Giovanna SarabiaPrivate Chef in New York, NY
The Chef
The Story
I spent four years in pastry at Michelin-starred kitchens, Atera in New York and Fauna in Mexico, mastering classic French/Italian technique alongside modern Mexican flavors. A culinary diploma from ICE rounded out my savory skills, and I've since cooked for Eric Ripert, Daniel Boulud, and José Andrés, amongst others. I've also spent time living in France and Mexico which has shaped how I think about seasonality and flavor. For the past two years I've worked in food media as a recipe/menu developer, food stylist, and culinary producer for outlets like The Food Network, America's Test Kitchen, and Netflix sharpening how I plate, style, and troubleshoot dishes under pressure. I also spent a few months as a private chef for a family of four, cooking Latin and Southeast Asian meals daily. Expect thoughtful, seasonal menus with a pastry chef's precision, dishes that are as considered on the plate as they are on the palate.
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20 guests maximum · Books up to 6 months in advance
Work History
2025 - Present
Assistant Culinary Producer · Netflix/America's Test Kitchen · New YorkLeads hands-on culinary execution on set, managing sourcing, mise en place, and prep while cooking for renowned talent and chefs.
2025 - Present
Recipe Developer & Food Stylist · The Food Network · New YorkCross-tests and refines recipes into accessible formats and styles finished dishes for photo and video from concept to plate.
2025 - Present
Culinary Producer / Food Stylist · First We Feast/Hot Ones · New YorkPrepare, cook, and plate dishes for digital productions with emphasis on technique and presentation under tight deadlines.
2024
Private Chef · Private Chef · New YorkServed as private chef for a family of four for a few months, cooking primarily Latin and Southeast Asian cuisine.
2023 - 2024
Pastry Tournant · Atera · New YorkRotated across pastry stations in a two-Michelin-star fine-dining kitchen.
2018 - 2020
Pastry Tournant · Fauna · EnsenadaRotated across pastry stations in a Michelin Guide fine-dining kitchen in Mexico.
2022-2023
Cake Artist Assistant · Yip Studio · New YorkAssisted lead baker and artists, Amy Yip, with cake production, assembly, and design.
2025
Lead Menu & Recipe Developer/Food Stylist · Cafe La Jolie · New York• Developed and tested menu items with ownership, shaping dishes around the café’s identity and customer demand.
2023
Wine Consultant · Heart's Wine · New YorkProvided expert advice on wine selections, pairings, and industry trends to help individuals and collectors enhance their wine program/collection.
Education
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Accolades
- Aaron Sanchez Impact Fund Scholarship Recipient (Full Ride, ICE; 3.9 GPA)
- WSET Level 2 Certificate
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2–40 guests · Books up to 6 months ahead
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