Chef-led Experience with Chef James.

A simple meal can provide significant comfort for families after an exhausting day at the hospital. We invite you to visit us and prepare a hot, delicious dinner for our families with our amazingly talented chef, Chef James.
Experience the excitement of cooking with a professional chef, with the bonus of helping families in need. Whether you’re looking for a team-building activity for colleagues or a fun way to give back with friends and family, our chef-led experience with Chef James is a great way for groups to be part of our mission and serve families. As a Meals from the Heart volunteer, you provide so much more than food. You provide families with a sense of comfort and community.
To participate, groups give a $300 donation to support our meal program. Please note that your donation must be made within three business days of receiving your confirmation email to hold your date.Â
Chef James will:
- Conceptualize the menu
- Shop for the ingredients
- Provide a chef-led experience for your group
Your group will:
- Prep and cook a meal with Chef James
- Serve the meal to families staying at RMHCK
- Clean and pack-up leftovers
Dates Available | Meal | Number of Cooks | Arrival Time | Serving Time | Clean-up Time |
Sunday – Thursday | Dinner | Up to 8 | 4 PM | 6 – 7 PM | 7 – 7:30 PM |
Meal: Dinner
Dates Available: Sunday – Thursday
Number of Cooks: Up to 8
Arrival Time: 4 PM
Serving Time: 6 – 7 PM
Clean-up Time: 7 – 7:30 PM

Meet Chef James
Chef James graduated with a B.A. in culinary management from the International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. He’s been cooking for 14 years and was the Executive Chef at Whiskey Dry by Ed Lee and Sous Chef at Milkwood. Most recently, Chef James served as the Culinary Liaison to The LEE Initiative.
“I am excited to serve and help others serve our guest families. I look forward to assisting you with this in any way I can, and if I can show you a chef trick or two, then that’s all just a bonus.”
We’d Love to Hear About Your Experience!
- Share your photos and experience with us! You can upload your photos here:Â rmhck.org/volunteer-photos/
- Tag us on your social media – @rmhckentuckiana #LoveServedDaily #MealsFromTheHeart #ChefJamesLou