Chef Jethro, the founder of Copedo Culinary Experience, commenced his culinary career at the age of 16. Over the past 19 years, he has developed and refined his skills, expertly crafting innovative and delectable dishes on the Sunshine Coast.
By choosing to work in some of the most prestigious restaurants on the Sunshine Coast, he has successfully honed his culinary skills — achieving recognition as a highly esteemed chef.
Chef Jethro has recently expanded his culinary expertise to include European-style cuisines, building on a foundation deeply rooted in Asian fine dining.
Jethro spent over 12 years immersed in Asian fine dining — including five defining years at one of the Sunshine Coast's most respected culinary institutions. It was here that his mastery of bold, vibrant flavours truly took shape.
During this time he developed a deep mastery of Thai cuisine, took on the creation of daily specials, and produced dishes that featured in national food magazine shoots.
A culinary journey to Thailand with the team gave Jethro a first-hand understanding of the street food culture and bold flavour traditions that now define his style — vibrant, layered and unmistakably his own.
Chef Jethro possesses a profound dedication to the preparation of high-quality dishes accessible to diverse palates. He employs rigorous quality standards to ensure everything served is exceptional — and continuously seeks opportunities for professional development to enhance his craft.
A culinary career that began at 16 and has spanned the finest restaurants on the Sunshine Coast.
Over a decade immersed in Asian cuisine — including five years at one of the Sunshine Coast's most respected culinary institutions.
Over 250 bespoke in-home dining experiences hosted across Brisbane, Noosa and the Sunshine Coast.
Browse the experiences or reach out directly — Chef Jethro responds personally to every enquiry within 24 hours.
View Experiences Get in TouchChef Jethro Copedo is a professional private chef based on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, serving clients across Brisbane, Noosa, the Gold Coast and beyond. With 19 years of culinary experience — including over a decade specialising in Asian fine dining — Chef Jethro brings genuine restaurant-grade credentials to every in-home dining experience he creates.
As the founder of Copedo Culinary Experience, Jethro has hosted over 250 bespoke private dining events across Queensland, earning a 5.0 Google rating from guests who describe his service as transformative, professional and unlike anything they have experienced before.
Chef Jethro spent five defining years at Spirit House — one of the Sunshine Coast's most celebrated Asian fine dining restaurants — where he mastered Thai cuisine, created daily specials and contributed to national food magazine features. This foundation defines every menu he creates today.
Based in Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast, Chef Jethro is available for private dining events across the entire Sunshine Coast region — including Noosa, Maroochydore, Mooloolaba, Buderim and surrounds. Travel within 30km of Caloundra is complimentary.
Chef Jethro regularly travels to Brisbane, the Gold Coast and regional Queensland for private dining events. Whether you're entertaining clients, celebrating a milestone or simply want an extraordinary evening at home, Jethro brings the full fine dining experience to your table.
Chef Jethro began his culinary career at age 16 and has spent the past 19 years working in some of the Sunshine Coast's most respected restaurants. His training spans classical technique, modern Asian cuisine, Thai street food traditions and contemporary European fine dining — giving him a uniquely broad and versatile culinary voice.
A culinary journey to Thailand with his team provided first-hand immersion in the street food culture and bold flavour traditions that now define his signature style — vibrant, layered and unmistakably his own. Chef Jethro continues to pursue professional development, regularly exploring new techniques and ingredients to keep every menu fresh and seasonally relevant.
Hiring a private chef for your next special occasion means restaurant-quality food served in the comfort of your own home — with no travel, no waiting and no compromise on quality. Chef Jethro handles everything from shopping and preparation through to service and full kitchen cleanup, leaving you free to simply enjoy the evening with your guests.
