Chef Jeff Henderson
Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Chef & NYT Best-Selling Author of "Cooked: My Journey from the Streets to the Stove"
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Chef Jeff Henderson Biography
Jeff Henderson, known professionally as Chef Jeff, is an American chef, New York Times bestselling author, philanthropist, television personality, and leader in personal and professional development. Henderson is recognized for his expertise in culinary arts, motivational speaking, and strategies for personal transformation.
A California native, Henderson began his culinary career while serving a federal prison sentence, where he discovered a passion for cooking. After his release, he advanced from dishwasher to cook under Chef Robert Gadsby and later worked at Coronado Island Marriott, Hotel Bel-Air, and L’Ermitage Beverly Hills. Henderson became the first African American Chef de Cuisine at Caesars Palace, where he was named Las Vegas Chef of the Year, and later served as executive chef at Café Bellagio.
Harper Collins published Henderson’s memoir, "Cooked," which led to an interview with Oprah Winfrey. Sony Pictures secured the rights to his story, prompting Henderson to transition from his role at Café Bellagio to focus on television, consulting, and public speaking. He launched "The Chef Jeff Project," a docu-reality series on Food Network, mentoring young adults in culinary skills and personal growth.
Henderson authored the cookbook "Chef Jeff Cooks" with Simon & Schuster, followed by "America I AM Pass It Down Cookbook" and the self-help book "If You Can See It, You Can Be It." His television credits include "Beat The Chefs" on Game Show Network, "Family Style with Chef Jeff," and "Flip My Food."
Henderson’s story has been featured on Oprah's Life Class, Good Morning America, Today Show, ABC World News Tonight, CNN, The Steve Harvey Show, and in publications such as The New York Times, Newsweek, USA Today, People Magazine, and the Washington Post.
As a speaker on leadership, culinary innovation, and personal mastery, Henderson delivers insights for individuals, businesses, and organizations. He works with at-risk youth through his nonprofit, The Chef Jeff Project, and resides in Las Vegas with his wife Stacy and their five children.
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Inspirational speaker Chef Jeff knows what it feels like to be hungry, and he knows what it's like to struggle. In this presentation he shares two decades of life lessons that he gained on his redemptive journey from drug dealer to TV celebrity chef to nationally acclaimed speaker and how second chance hiring was the ticket he needed to help ignite his professional career and put him on the pathway to success.
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How much does it cost to book Chef Jeff Henderson for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Chef Jeff Henderson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Chef Jeff Henderson are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chef Jeff Henderson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Chef Jeff Henderson speak about?
Chef Jeff Henderson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Storytelling, Diversity & Inclusion, Celebrity Chef, Non-Fiction Authors, Author, Motivational, College, Overcoming Adversity, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, Hospitality, Broadcasting, Business, Personal Growth, Inspirational, Bestselling Authors and Christian.
Where does Chef Jeff Henderson travel from?
Chef Jeff Henderson generally travels from Las Vegas, NV, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Chef Jeff Henderson?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chef Jeff Henderson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chef Jeff Henderson for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Chef Jeff Henderson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Chef Jeff Henderson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Storytelling, Diversity & Inclusion and Celebrity Chef. The estimated speaking fee range to book Chef Jeff Henderson for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Chef Jeff Henderson generally travels from Las Vegas, NV, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tony Hoffman, Damon West and Rudy Ruettiger. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Chef Jeff Henderson for an upcoming event.
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Chef Jeff Henderson Speaking Topics
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If You Can See It, You Can Be It
Inspirational speaker Chef Jeff knows what it feels like to be hungry, and he knows what it's like to struggle. In this presentation he shares two decades of life lessons that he gained on his redemptive journey from drug dealer to TV celebrity chef to nationally acclaimed speaker and how second chance hiring was the ticket he needed to help ignite his professional career and put him on the pathway to success.
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Chef Jeff Henderson Reviews
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"They exceeded all of my – and our committee’s – expectations. They both were 2 of the best speakers we have had…..and we have had some exceptional speakers!!! Truly truly exceptional as well as just being fantastic humans. They were both soooo kind to our attendees. We sold almost every one of their books – both of them – and they took time with every single one of them to be in pictures, talk briefly, personalize their books, etc. that DEFINITELY does not happen as many speakers are in a rush to get out the door. Well done, and bravo"
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Chef Jeff Henderson News
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Celebrity Chef Pays It Forward at Hutchinson Correctional Facility ...
May 27, 2014 ... Celebrity chef and bestselling author Jeff Henderson dropped by the kitchen at Hutchinson Correctional Facility (HCF) Tuesday and spoke to ...
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Chef Jeff Henderson to present at Civic Theater | Malibu Surfside ...
Aug 18, 2014 ... The Malibu Speaker Series will feature chef Jeff Henderson at the Malibu Civic Theater at City Hall on Wednesday, Sept. 3.Henderson is an ...
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Malibu Speaker Series Continues with Chef Jeff Henderson - Malibu ...
3 days ago ... Henderson plans to share his personal story with those who attend the event, as well as discuss his new show, “The Chef Jeff Project,” which ...
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10 More Questions with Chef Jeff Henderson | Penn State Erie, The ...
Jeff Henderson, award-winning chef, best-selling author, and ex-offender, talked with Behrend Magazine before his January appearance in Penn State ...
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How do I book Chef Jeff Henderson to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Chef Jeff Henderson for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Chef Jeff Henderson, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Chef Jeff Henderson or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Chef Jeff Henderson for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Chef Jeff Henderson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Chef Jeff Henderson are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chef Jeff Henderson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Chef Jeff Henderson speak about?
Chef Jeff Henderson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Storytelling, Diversity & Inclusion, Celebrity Chef, Non-Fiction Authors, Author, Motivational, College, Overcoming Adversity, Addiction & Recovery, Mental Health, Hospitality, Broadcasting, Business, Personal Growth, Inspirational, Bestselling Authors and Christian. -
Where does Chef Jeff Henderson travel from?
Chef Jeff Henderson generally travels from Las Vegas, NV, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Chef Jeff Henderson?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chef Jeff Henderson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chef Jeff Henderson for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Chef Jeff Henderson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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