I create ambitious, creative dining that blends Spanish, Italian, French, and Southern American flavors into one unforgettable experience.

Jamar Fraisar

I cook to bring people together around bold, heartfelt food.

I’m Chef Jay, and I’ve been a professional chef for 10 years. My love for food started as a kid, watching my mother cook for our family and seeing how one meal could pull everyone closer.

Today, I bring that same energy to every table, combining Spanish, Italian, French, and Southern American influences. I focus on flavor, creativity, and the feeling you take with you after the last bite.

Tell me about your event

My secret ingredient is love—you can truly taste the dedication, creativity, and passion. Food isn’t just what you’re eating; it’s the experience and how I make you feel.

What you can expect when you dine with me

I cook with life, love, and passion

Cooking is life, love, and passion for me. It’s my sunrise and my sunset—my way to express my true self on a plate, like an artist on a canvas.

I built my craft through real kitchens

I learned my foundation in high school, and after graduating I worked under several high-end chefs with different culinary styles and backgrounds. That training pushed me to hone my craft and develop my own voice.

I focus on the feeling behind every bite

My kitchen philosophy is simple: I lead with love. I want you to taste dedication and creativity, but more than that, I want the meal to feel like an experience—not just food on a plate.

Chef Jamar’s Menus

I offer curated menus that feel personal, flavorful, and complete—built for celebrations, date nights, brunches, and intimate dinners with friends. I’m happy to help you choose the right menu for your moment.

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Stories and testimonials

Chef Jamar did a fantastic job! He was punctual and very attentive. He was well prepared and the service was quick but not rushed. The dishes were presented nicely and tasted even better! Clean up was fantastic as well. I would definitely recommend Chef Jamar and Take a Chef.

Micah Hurt

Chef Jamar is amazing. He is a consummate professional and personable at the same time. He engaged us as he prepared each dish and the presentation was mind blowing, absolutely beautiful. He came right in, took command of the kitchen (how intuitive), and began preparing his masterpieces. The food was second to none, creative, and of the best quality. His menu was so inventive and designed specifically for my family. Chef Jamar made us feel so special and you could taste his passion for cooking in every bite. And to top everything off, he left my kitchen in excellent condition, clean and sparkling. We highly recommend Chef Jamar (and coordinated to have our next occasion with him before he left our home!).

Veronica Singfield

Chef J rocks, and we are excited to work with him again in the future. Loved his stories around his background and the items he prepared for us. Excellent job!

Dave Beck

Chef was great, attentive, and wonderful to talk too. Our family had an amazing time. We would use him again and send him referrals. Wish he was near us in the DC area as opposed in Atlanta, but Georgia better treat him well, because they got a good thing and if they are not careful, another state may snatch him up!

Clarice

The experience was very relaxing and we enjoyed engaging with the Chef. The food was very well made and delicate to taste. It was an anniversary celebration and it made such nice touch the evening.

Tara Kurtz

Chef J is amazing. He totally made our dinner magical and incorporated everything I asked for in the courses. He is very knowledgeable and answered all my questions. Normally, I do not like fish but his mahi mahi was incredible. I will definitely hire him soon for another delicious experience.

Suzanne Fox

Chef Jamar was incredible! He curated a 3-course menu for my husband’s birthday and each course was delicious! He made the experience memorable and at the end, my husband felt special. Mission accomplished!

Sanchia Patrick

Amazing experience!

Mike Knott

Chef Jay and his wife did a great job. They are very professional, warm and kind. The dishes came out at the perfect time, were savory and each dish complemented the next. Some of the food was a tad too salty. The dessert was fantastic and really took me back to the days when my Great Grandmother made banana pudding. Jay's had a twist which I found to be innovative. Thank you, Chef Jay and Sou Chef!

Randy Austin

Chef Jamar was amazing! He was very responsive. He came on time, was extremely organized, the food was so good, great quality and left the kitchen even cleaner than before. Highly recommended.

Natalia Salazar