Short bio

Chef Todd Bader is an innovative culinary artist based in Temecula, specializing as a Private Chef and Personal Chef.

Bio

With over 15 years of experience in the Food and Beverage industry, Chef Todd has built a unique journey that does not follow a traditional path. His career spans large-scale cooking, banquets, catering, and tour kitchens, where he learned to deliver high-volume service without compromising quality.

As a Deaf chef, Todd brings a visual-first, detail-driven approach to kitchen execution and teamwork. He believes food brings people together, whether creating private dining experiences around the world, catering camp staff meals and weekend team retreats, supporting high-volume operations as a Culinary Cast Member Cook at Walt Disney World, or leading the mobile kitchen for the Blue Devils on a national summer tour.

Todd’s culinary education at the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) and the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) has further refined his skills and strengthened his commitment to continuous learning and adaptation. He thrives on the joy a well-prepared dish can bring, turning everyday meals and gatherings into memorable experiences.

The organization, creativity, and precision of cooking energize him, allowing him to balance discipline with artistry. Todd finds inspiration in the simplicity and comfort of food, believing that the moments of joy and nourishment are what truly matter. His lifelong passion for cooking, ignited in 1989, has evolved into a purpose-driven career and a reminder that it is never too late to pursue your calling.

Through his culinary work, Chef Todd aims to leave a lasting impression on those he serves, creating connection through the universal language of food.