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OCEATZ by Chef Johnathan is built around the idea that a great meal should feel memorable, not routine. The company creates private dining experiences that fit the occasion, the space, and the people gathered around the table.
From Anaheim and the Disneyland area to communities across Orange County, each booking is planned to feel easy for the host and special for the guests. That can mean a relaxed brunch in a vacation rental, a birthday dinner at home, or a themed menu built for a celebration.
Chef Johnathan’s hospitality background helps shape the way each service is delivered. The food matters, but so does the timing, the pacing, and the overall flow of the experience.
That means clients get more than a meal. They get a chef-led dining experience that is designed to suit the event, reflect the occasion, and leave a lasting impression.
About OCEATZ
Chef Johnathan McCloskey is a Southern California–based private chef and hospitality professional with a passion for creating elevated dining experiences that feel both refined and deeply personal. With years of experience spanning premium dining, large-scale food & beverage operations, and luxury guest service, Johnathan brings a unique blend of culinary creativity and high-level hospitality to every table.
His approach to food is rooted in storytelling — combining seasonal ingredients, nostalgic inspirations, and thoughtfully curated menus designed to create memorable experiences for every guest.
Throughout his career, Johnathan has worked within the Disney hospitality realm, including Blue Bayou and Premium Services, where attention to detail, personalized service, and exceptional guest experiences are held to the highest standard. Prior to transitioning into private dining and event experiences, he also served as an Executive Chef and Assistant Food & Beverage Manager within professional sports hospitality, overseeing high-volume culinary operations serving thousands of guests nightly.
Today, Johnathan combines those experiences to offer intimate private dinners, themed culinary events, and customized menus that bring people together through unforgettable food, hospitality, and atmosphere — serving homes, vacation rentals, and celebrations throughout Orange County and Southern California.
Plan Your Experience
Share your event date, location, guest count, and dining style. We will help shape a custom private chef experience that fits your celebration, stay, or gathering.