Verified Chef Charter — FoodieBuddy

✅ Verified Chef

This badge means the chef meets our quality standards

📋 Verification Criteria

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Kitchen Photos

At least 3 photos of the cooking space, storage areas, and preparation environment.
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Fresh Ingredients

Photos of fresh ingredients with visible expiration dates and quality checks.
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Proper Storage

Evidence of correct food storage: refrigeration temperatures, sealed containers, organized pantry.
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Clean Workspace

Clean counters, sanitized equipment, proper hygiene practices visible.
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Completed Profile

Full profile with username, bio, specialty, and contact information.
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Positive Reviews

Consistent positive feedback from customers over at least 5 orders.
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MEHKO Certification (California)

Upload your MEHKO agreement (agrément) — the advanced home cooking certification required in California. This ensures you meet the highest standards of the MEHKO model based in Los Angeles.

Upload kitchen photos, ingredient photos, and complete your profile.

Upload your California MEHKO agreement (agrément) in your dashboard.

Our team reviews your submission within 24-48 hours.

Once approved, the verified badge appears on your profile and meals.

Complete your profile and submit your kitchen photos to start the verification process.

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