Chef Dwayne Gulley

Private Chef in Alpine

I am a professional chef with over 25 years experience. I am currently an Executive Chef and Owner of a local catering business. I am available as a private chef as well. Most cuisines are available for home clients and catering. Cooking classes are also available. I specialize in Southern US, French, Japanese and Italian cuisine but am classically trained and can prepare most cuisines at a very high level. Reach out and let’s build you a personal menu!!

For me, cooking is...

Passion, life, health.

I learned to cook at...

Hotels and restaurants all over the United States and abroad (France, Germany, Japan).

A cooking secret...

My passion, creativity and drive

My menus

Western Comfort Food

STARTER

All inclusive

Baby Cobb Salad - Regional Ingredients

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Smoked Idaho Steelhead, Lemon Creme, Boiled Quail Egg, Capers, Crostini

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Brasied Bison Short Ribs, Montana Stone Ground Grits, Heirloom Carrots, Wyoming Whiskey Demi Glace

DESSERT

All inclusive

Huckleberry Crème Brule'

Upscale Italian

STARTER

All inclusive

Mahi Crudo. Lemons, Olives, Fresh Herbs

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Pasta Fagioli with Escarole

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Ratatouille - Vegetarian

DESSERT

All inclusive

Bistro Style Tiramisu

Sunday Gameday Menu

STARTER

All inclusive

Smoked Wings, Choice of Sauces, Celery, Blue Cheese and Ranch

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Ahi "Nacho" - Seared Ahi, Crisp Wonton Chip, Wakami Salad, Wasabi Mayo

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Grilled BBQ Chicken

DESSERT

All inclusive

Strawberry Shortcake

Italian/Mediterranean - Exclusive

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Handmade Lobster Ravioli, Vodka Sauce, Crispy Basil (Plated)

Steelhead Crudo. Lemons, Olives, Fresh Herbs (plated)

Elk Carpaccio – Colorado Elk, Olive Oil, Capers, Arugula

Wild Game Meatballs, Chianti pomodoro, Basil oil

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Seared Scallop, Micro Greens, Greek Vinaigrette, Feta

Grilled and Marinated Calamari Salad, White Balsamic Vinaigrette, Feta

French Bistro Salad w/Roasted Beets & Watermelon Radish

Utah Heirloom Beat Salad w/local Idaho Goat Cheese and Sherry Vinaigrette (vegetarian)

MAIN COURSE

Choose 2 dishes

Beef Filet w/Truffle Demi, Parsley Puree, Garlic Mashed Potato, Petit Pan Squash

Grand Teton Oscar – Bison Filet and Idaho Smoked Trout, Béarnaise

Herb Crusted Grilled Halibut, Citrus Gel, Candied Lemon

Beef Braciole, Parmesan Celeriac Fritter, Pancetta Brussels, Marinara

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Flourless Chocolate Cake

Orange, Cinnamon Honey Panna Cotta

Huckleberry Crisp

Biscotti-style Tiramisu

Southern BBQ

STARTER

All inclusive

Fried Green Tomatoes w/Pimiento Cheese Crème, Chile Oil

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

Southern Broccoli and Brussel Slaw

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

BBQ Plate - St Louis Ribs, Brisket, Macaroni and Cheese, Southern Green Beans

DESSERT

All inclusive

Banana Pudding

Local - Upscale

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Wild Game Meatballs w/local honey and Wyoming whiskey bbq demi

Pork Belly w/Huckleberry Jam (PB&J)

Alaskan Halibut Crudo. Lemons, Olives, Fresh Herbs

Smoked Rocky Mountain Trout - Smoked Trout, Regional Cheese, Artisan Mustard, Lavosh - Individual Boards

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Gem Lettuce, Local Feta, Candied Pecans and Sherry Vinaigrette

Caesar Wedge w/Parmesan Crisp and Prosciutto Bacon

Beet & Arugula Salad w/Idaho Goat Cheese and Sherry Vinaigrette

French Bistro Salad - Watercress, Watermelon Radish, Utah Beets

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Grand Teton Oscar -WY Hereford Beef Chateau Briand, Smoked Steel Head, Asparagus, Potato Au Gratin, Asparagus, Bearnaise

WY Hereford Beef Filet w/Blue Cheese and Port Wine Demi, Parsley Puree, Dauphinoise Potato, Roasted Broccolini

American Whitetail Deer, herbed farrow, summer vegetable, huckleberry and juniper demi

Braised Bison Short Ribs, Montana Stone Ground Grits, Heirloom Carrots, Wyoming Whiskey Demi Glace

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Huckleberry Crisp w/Hand whipped cream

NY Cheesecake - We can discuss style and sauces

Flourless Chocolate Torte

WY Whiskey & Chocolate Bread Pudding

Local upscale

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Wild Game Meatballs w/local honey and Wyoming whiskey bbq demi

Elk Carpaccio - American Elk, Olive Oil, Capers, Arugula

Alaskan Halibut Crudo. Lemons, Olives, Fresh Herbs

Pork Belly w/Huckleberry Jam (PB&J)

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Caesar Wedge w/Parmesan Crisp and Prosciutto Bacon

Baby Cobb Salad - Regional Ingredients

Beet & Arugula Salad w/Goat Cheese and Sherry Vinaigrette

French Bistro Salad - Watercress, Watermelon Radish, Utah Beets

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Grand Teton Oscar - Bison (South Dakota) Filet and Idaho Smoked Trout, Yukon Gold Mashed Potato, Grilled Asparagus, Sauce Béarnaise

Beef Filet w/Truffle Demi, Parsley Puree, Garlic Mashed Potato, Petit Pan Squash

Mountain Pheasant - Poached and Fire Grilled Pheasant Breast, Wild Rice Pilaf, Wild Mushroom & Roasted Fennel, Flathead Cherry Jus

Braised Bison Short Ribs, Montana Stone Ground Grits, Heirloom Carrots, Wyoming Whiskey Demi Glace

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Huckleberry & White Chocolate Creme Brulee

Huckleberry Crisp w/freshly whipped dream

Strawberry Shortcake

Flourless Chocolate Torte

Some of my favorite things

STARTER

Choose 1 dish

Wild Game Meatballs w/local honey and Wyoming whiskey bbq demi

Wild Mushroom and Feta Tart Tatin

Southern Style Crab Cakes w/Cajun Remoulade

Handmade Elk Ravioli, Roasted Garlic Demi Sauce, Crispy Basil

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Beet & Arugula Salad w/Idaho Goat Cheese and Sherry Vinaigrette

Baby Cobb Salad - Build it with Regional Ingredients

French Bistro Salad - Watercress, Watermelon Radish, Utah Beets

Caesar Wedge w/Parmesan Crisp and Prosciutto Bacon

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Grand Teton Oscar - Bison Chateau Briand, Smoked Steel Head, Potato Au Gratin, Asparagus, Bearnaise

North American Elk T-Bone, Wild Mushroom Risotto, Heirloom Baby Carrot, Flathead Lake Cherry and Espresso Chutney

Beef Filet w/Truffle Demi, Parsley Puree, Garlic Mashed Potato, Petit Pan Squash

Utah Heritage Breed Pork Tenderloin, Yukon Mash, Broccolini, Dijon and Thyme Demi

DESSERT

Choose 1 dish

Huckleberry Crisp

Crème Brule' (Choose Flavor)

Flourless Chocolate Torte

WY Whiskey & Chocolate Bread Pudding

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Chef Dwayne's reviews

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93 services

Great evening and exception dinning experience

Chef Dwayne was excellent! Super friendly and the dishes he made were very good! He was the perfect choice for my bachelorette party. He also left the space super clean afterwards which we appreciated. Would hire again!

We are so glad we chose Chef for our Jackson Hole trip! From start to finish, everything was absolutely incredible. The menu was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and every single dish was delicious. Our favorites included the wild game meatballs with local honey and Wyoming whiskey BBQ demi, the fresh beet and arugula salad with Idaho goat cheese, and the amazing BBQ plate with St. Louis ribs, smoked chicken, creamy mac and cheese, and southern green beans. We finished with the Wyoming whiskey chocolate bread pudding, which was the perfect ending to the meal. Everyone couldn’t stop talking about how amazing the food was—not just that night, but even the next day while we enjoyed the leftovers for lunch! It was truly one of the highlights of our trip. Beyond being an incredibly talented chef, he was so kind, personable, and a pleasure to have in our home. He made the entire experience feel special and effortless. We would absolutely book him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for an unforgettable dining experience. Thank you for helping make our trip so memorable!

This was an amazing experience! Dwayne did such a good job! I highly recommend him and we had so much fun! The food was incredible

Chef Duane made our family New Year's Eve very memorable. The food was amazing and my family really enjoyed watching him prepare it. We appreciated that he engaged with us as a group and I was so impressed with the communication from booking through eating. Thank you!

Chef Dwayne did an amazing job! Would highly recommend

We had the best time and the most amazing food thanks to Dwayne. If we are ever in town again we would most definitely hire him again.

Chef Dwayne couldn’t have been more attentive and wonderful! His meal was absolutely incredible. We couldn’t recommend him more!

We hired Chef Dwayne in Jackson, Wyoming for our girls’ weekend, and he was absolutely phenomenal! Every dish he prepared was fresh, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor. You could tell how much care and passion he put into his cooking — it truly made our weekend unforgettable. The entire experience was seamless, fun, and delicious from start to finish. We would 100% use Chef Dwayne again and highly recommend him to anyone visiting Jackson!

Chef Dwayne was excellent to work with for our casual group celebration! Responsive, flexible and delicious food. We all lived every dish and lots of leftovers! would highly recommend for your next dinner party!

Chef Dwayne did an amazing job for us! So pleased with our evening!

Given the live string quartet in our cozy home, Chef Dwayne couldn't elaborate on the dishes, and we were delighted with his discretion. The food and service were amazing. We couldn't have asked for a better evening.

Chef Dwayne was so great to work with! He made the last night of our trip so memorable! He took care of everything and left the kitchen looking cleaner than when he arrived. Highly recommend!

It was an amazing experience. I had planned this event for a dinner for my husbands birthday and Chef Dwayne was absolutely amazing. The food was amazing and he explained where the food came from since it was all local. Hands down 5 stars!

Chef Dwayne was incredible. The food was amazing and he was lovely. Cannot recommend him enough!

Exceptional meal. Wonderful chef with a delightful personality. He understood our needs, both dietary and experientially. I would absolutely work with him again and highly recommend him. 10/10.

Chef Dwayne Gulley was incredible highly recommend.

Chef Dwayne , was amazing . From start to finish - his dinner he cooked for our family was delicious . He made our pre dinner - extra special. Would highly recommend !!

Chef Dwayne cooked an incredible meal for my bachelorette party, and I couldn't be happier with the experience! I requested a menu focused on local fare, and he absolutely delivered! Every dish was exquisite—fresh, thoughtful, and beautifully presented. The highlight of the evening was definitely the huckleberry brulee, a must-try! I highly recommend Chef Dwayne to anyone looking for a memorable and delicious event!!

Chef Dwayne was fantastic. He was accomodating and responsive leading up to the night that he cooked for us. Chef Dwayne was attentive and it showed in his food which was delicious. High recommend!