Chef Livi

Hey everyone, Chef Livi here! 
I am a native Pennsylvanian who learned my way around the kitchen through watching my parents. As a child, I developed a passion for cooking. I found myself intrigued by my parents “turning nothing into something” (I like to always say). During my teenage years, I attended a trade school in the culinary arts, where I expanded my skills in cooking while earning my certification.

The Painted Olive,
your traveling personal Chef!

After graduation, I immediately began receiving job offers and had the opportunity to work for major chefs like Chef Walter Staib (A Taste of History), Chef Brian Duffy, and many others.

When I became a single mother, I began thinking of ways to expand my career to help better support my little family while still maintaining my motherly duties. After many years of confidence and skill building, I can now say, in January 2019 I became the proud owner of my established company, The Painted Olive. Your traveling personal chef!
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Our Team

Passionate people behind the food, the flavor, and the experience.
Get to know the faces leading our kitchen and bringing our vision to life.

Livi Gooden

Livi Gooden

Owner & Executive Chef
With a deep love for fresh ingredients and bold flavors, Livi leads our kitchen with creativity, heart, and a commitment to excellence.
Chare' Pishock

Chare' Pishock

Marketing Specialist & Promotions Manager
Chare' brings our story to life—connecting with our community and creating meaningful experiences that keep people coming back.

Striving to bring
families together

At The Painted Olive, we strive to bring families together in the comfort of their homes or their comfort space. No need for fancy restaurant settings. The Painted Olive will come to you!

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