MATT COOK CATERING
DORSET  l  HAMPSHIRE  l  UK

chef preparing food

I’m a dynamic and passionate Head Chef…

Having trained under the legendary Marco Pierre White, with over 20 years of experience in the fast-paced world of culinary and hospitality. My career has been an incredible journey—one that’s taken me from the heat of Michelin-starred kitchens to the excitement of crafting unforgettable wedding feasts, private dining experiences, and managing bustling restaurants.

Throughout my journey, I’ve earned a reputation for delivering exceptional food and driving business success. Whether it’s designing mouthwatering menus packed with seasonal flair, inspiring and leading talented teams, or orchestrating large-scale events with seamless precision, I pour my heart and soul into every dish, every detail, and every experience.

My Journey…

I’ve been fortunate to work in some of the most celebrated kitchens and venues, including Michelin-starred and Rosette-awarded establishments. Along the way, I took on the exciting challenge of running my own catering company, Fish Face Events, where I catered over 100 events a year and proudly won Dorset’s Best Wedding Caterer in 2014.

From private chef stints in luxury ski chalets to curating stunning wedding breakfasts for over 200 guests, I’ve always been passionate about creating unforgettable moments through food. My expertise spans from crafting innovative menus and improving operational efficiency to building and inspiring exceptional teams.

My Expertise

  • Creative Menu Development: Crafting show-stopping menus that blend innovation with flavors everyone loves—all while achieving impressive gross profits (up to 74%).
  • Team Leadership & Training: Building and mentoring enthusiastic front-of-house and kitchen teams to deliver flawless customer experiences.
  • Event Mastery: Bringing any occasion to life, from intimate gatherings to dazzling large-scale events, with an unwavering eye for detail.
  • Business Smarts: Streamlining operations, cutting costs, and driving profits without ever compromising on quality or creativity.
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“Always very professional in complex circumstances.”

“We are lucky enough to use Matt as a relief chef when cover is needed. Matt is flexible & goes out of his way to help when we need it, providing continuity for the business and our customers. He is unfazed by being in a different kitchen & cooking someone else’s menu. Matt always arrives, calm, collected & cheerful & fits straight into the team as if he is always there. Matt has turned some stressful situations into easy services with lots of happy customers! When Matt is providing cover for more than one shift, we have added some of his own dishes to the menu which our lucky customers have loved! We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Matt, an excellent chef & always very professional in complex circumstances.”

“We couldn’t have asked more.”

“We used MCCatering for our Christmas party with friends. We couldn’t have asked more from Matt. The food was fantastic and we had so many complements from our friends. We were able to enjoy being with our friends whilst being served amazing food. They are all keen for another one soon. “