About

About Chef’s Edge – More Than Just a Meal

At Chef’s Edge, we believe that great food isn’t just about taste—it’s about making life easier, more enjoyable, and more memorable. Whether we’re serving healthy, hassle-free meals for daycare centers or crafting unforgettable catering experiences for weddings and events, our mission is simple: to deliver fresh, flavorful, and expertly prepared meals that solve real problems for our clients.

Our Story – A Passion for Cooking & Service

Chef’s Edge was founded by Eric Woodard, a passionate chef and proud veteran who turned his love for food into a business dedicated to helping others through great meals. After years of cooking for friends, family, and private events, he saw a need for reliable, high-quality meal services that truly cater to their audience’s needs—whether it’s a busy daycare, a newly engaged couple, or a corporate team planning an event.

From the very beginning, Chef’s Edge has been about more than just food. It’s about bringing people together, creating stress-free mealtime solutions, and ensuring that every bite is as fresh and flavorful as possible.

private des moines chef waukee daycare meals

How We Solve Problems for Our Clients

We understand that whether you’re managing a daycare, planning a wedding, or hosting an event, food is one of the biggest concerns. Here’s how Chef’s Edge takes the stress out of mealtime:
cropped shot of children eating healthy vegetables at wooden table

For Daycare Centers: Healthy, Hassle-Free Meal Services


✅ Problem: Many daycare centers struggle with time-consuming meal prep, meeting CACFP nutritional requirements, and ensuring that kids actually enjoy what they eat.

✅ Our Solution: We provide nutritious, CACFP-compliant meals that are delivered fresh daily, saving you time while ensuring that the children in your care get the healthy, well-balanced meals they need.

🎯 No cooking, no stress—just fresh, kid-friendly meals served on time, every time.

Catering banquet table at the wedding reception.

For Weddings & Events: Catering That’s Customized, Not Cookie-Cutter


✅ Problem: Many catering companies offer one-size-fits-all menus, lack flexibility, or don’t prioritize quality ingredients—leaving clients stuck with generic food that doesn’t match their vision.

✅ Our Solution: At Chef’s Edge, we custom-design every menu based on your tastes, theme, and preferences. Whether you’re looking for an elegant plated dinner, a fun taco bar, or a late-night pizza spread, we craft a menu that is as unique as your event.

🎯 No boring buffets—just personalized, chef-crafted meals made fresh with top-tier ingredients.

Let’s Make Mealtime Easy & Extraordinary

Whether you need a dependable daycare meal service or an unforgettable catering experience, Chef’s Edge is here to help. Let’s create something delicious together!

What Sets Chef’s Edge Apart?

Fresh, High-Quality Ingredients – We don’t cut corners. Every meal is made from scratch with real, fresh ingredients.
Personalized Service – Whether it’s a daycare meal plan or a wedding menu, everything we do is tailored to our clients.
Reliability & Expertise – We guarantee on-time delivery, food that’s served hot, and portions that ensure no guest ever leaves hungry.
Veteran-Owned & Community-Focused – We take pride in hard work, dedication, and serving our community with integrity.

Lunch Catering