Dan Warren

Originally from Toccoa, Georgia, Chef Dan Warren has cultivated a diverse culinary background across the southern United States over the last twelve years. Now residing in Chicago, Dan has a deep appreciation for Southern cuisine, a passion that blossomed from his early days in Tennessee and further developed through his experiences in various esteemed BBQ joints and fine dining settings. His culinary path began in a local diner, where he first learned the fundamentals of cooking. Throughout his career, Dan has embraced opportunities to expand his skills in wood fire cooking, butchery, and sausage making. The shift to baking during the pandemic allowed him to explore a new culinary area, where he developed a solid foundation in sourdough at Flat and Point. His time at Mindy’s Bakery was an opportunity to blend his bread baking skills with his savory expertise, further refining his ability to create balanced and flavorful dishes. Outside the kitchen, Dan is an avid Dungeons & Dragons enthusiast and enjoys immersing himself in audiobooks and the tranquility of nature hikes. At Elite Personal Chefs, he values the transparent relationship between his efforts and rewards, which contrasts with his past experiences in the culinary field. The private chef lifestyle appeals to Dan particularly for the direct interaction with clients and the flexibility it offers, allowing him to personally connect with those he serves while navigating his own career path. Chef Dan Warren continues to embrace each opportunity to learn and share his culinary passion, delivering unique and heartfelt dishes to all who dine at his table.