Meet our chef

This story doesn’t start at culinary school. Years ago, as a new dad and loving husband, Sharone decided it was time to take a big leap of faith. He left his desk job to pursue his childhood dream: making food for a living. His leap ended up landing him on MasterChef, where he competed to be America’s most promising amateur chef. (And yes, Gordon Ramsay yelled at him.)

Sharone launched Chef Hak's in 2010. He's still in the test kitchen daily, and this family-owned and operated brand can be found nationwide in Costco and Whole Foods.

Your Everyday personal Chef

Let us handle the planning, prepping, and “what’s for dinner” stress. Mix and match to create a feel-good meal in moments.

Healthy without compromise

Good food fuels your body and spirit. That’s why we believe eating healthier should also taste better — no matter what your nutritional goals are.

Made with only the good stuff

Any chef will tell you that a meal is only as good as its ingredients. We source directly from farms and skip the processed stuff found in most prepared foods.

Employee-owned

This is a family-run business owned mostly by our employees. We all work hard to support our teammates and, by extension, their loved ones.

At your service

Cooking is an act of love. Everyday we wake up excited to feed your family with the same devotion that we have for our own.

focused on quality

Just like you, we’re careful shoppers. From the organic farms we source from to our industry-leading manufacturing partners, quality is everything.

Sharone Hakman

Chef & Founder

FUN FACT 1 I'm a huge dog person. I’m the guy who can’t walk past a dog without saying hello.
FUN FACT 2I have a thing for discomfort — it means I’m stretching, not settling
FAVORITE CHEF HAK'S DISHSpaghetti Squash with Marinara

Lara Xavier

Product Development Manager

FUN FACT 1I'm a classically trained oboist
FUN FACT 2Favorite country visited is Vietnam
FAVORITE CHEF HAK'S DISHGreek Lemon Chicken Soup!

William Leslie

GM/ EVP

FUN FACT 1Was on the 1996 Olympic Yachting Race Management Team
FUN FACT 2Messy eater- "please tell me you don't eat like that in front of customers..."
FAVORITE CHEF HAK'S DISHOrganic Chicken Meatballs

Monica Hakman

Creative Director / Marketing

FUN FACT 1My fashion background inspires me to bringing style & visual storytelling to Chef Hak’s
FUN FACT 2I’m obsessed with Boba, I ‘treat myself’ several times a week.
FAVORITE CHEF HAK'S DISHSpaghetti Squash with Marinara

Christian Franco

Director of Operations

FUN FACT 1I am red and green colorblind
FUN FACT 2Played club soccer in Germany for 6 months
FAVORITE CHEF HAK'S DISHSuperfood Veggie Soup

Eric Venegas

Operations Coordinator

FUN FACT 1I learned a lot about cooking from my grandma. I have many of her recipes that I cook for special occasions
FUN FACT 2Self-proclaimed Creme Brulee connoisseur
FAVORITE CHEF HAK'S DISHOrganic Tomato Basil Soup

Martha Muñoz

Operations Coordinator and Project Manager

FUN FACT 1Curiosity = core personality trait.
FUN FACT 2Taking every shot—because you miss 100% of the ones you don’t take.
FAVORITE CHEF HAK'S DISHOur salad dressings elevate just about any meal.

CHEF HAK'S FOR FOOD SERVICE

Nutritious, delicious, high-ROI food service solutions that customers love—for C-stores, K-12, and everyone in between.

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FAQ’s

Can I buy Chef Hak’s online?

Yes! We offer a selection of freezer-friendly bundles on our website, featuring some of our best sellers. We rotate the menu on these bundles often to keep things fresh and seasonal—so check back often!

How does shipping work for online orders?

Your Chef Hak’s order will ship to your doorstep, in special packaging with cold packs designed for maximum temperature control and protection. We recommend putting your items in your fridge or freezer (depending on the product) as soon as you’re able to!

Where can I shop Chef Hak’s in-store?

Our products are sold in select regions at Costco and Whole Foods. You can find more details on our individual product pages

Should my Chef Hak's items be stored in the refrigerator or freezer?

It depends on the product. You'll find information listed on the back of the packaging. You can also find additional tips and information here.