Privacy Policy

1Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Chef Rafael Molina ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects information you provide through our website (chefrafaelmolina.com) or through forms, calls, and text messages associated with our services. By using this website or submitting your information to us, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

• Contact Information: name, phone number, email address, and mailing or event address
• Event Details: occasion type, guest count, event date or timeframe, event location, dietary needs, menu preferences, and any additional notes you provide
• Communications: messages, inquiries, and any information you share with us by phone, text, email, or through our website forms
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and general usage data collected automatically through cookies or similar technologies when you visit our website

3How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to inquiries and schedule consultations
• Prepare quotes and event proposals
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver contracted services
• Send appointment reminders, event updates, and post-event follow-ups
• Send promotional messages or offers, where you have separately opted in
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations

4SMS/Text Messaging Program

If you provide your phone number and opt in through our website forms or verbally, you may receive SMS text messages from us, including:

• Transactional messages: inquiry responses, consultation scheduling, quote follow-ups, event planning updates, and post-event review requests
• Promotional messages: seasonal menu ideas, special offers, and culinary tips — sent only with your separate, explicit opt-in

Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP, or reply HELP for assistance. Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of any purchase or service.

No mobile information — including phone numbers and SMS opt-in status — will be shared, sold, or rented to third parties or affiliates for their own marketing or promotional purposes. This information is used solely to provide the services described in this Privacy Policy.

5How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

• Service providers who help us operate our business, such as scheduling, customer relationship management (CRM), and communications platforms
• Professionals or vendors directly involved in fulfilling a contracted event (for example, coordinating with a venue or a wine/beverage partner), only as needed and with your knowledge
• Legal or regulatory authorities, where required by law, subpoena, or legal process
• A successor entity, in the event of a business sale, merger, or transfer of assets

6Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to understand how visitors use the site and to improve functionality. You can control cookies through your browser settings; disabling cookies may affect certain website features.

7Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect the information we collect. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

8Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including responding to your inquiries, delivering contracted services, and complying with legal, accounting, or reporting obligations.

9Your Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you may have the right under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended, to:

• Know what personal information we have collected about you
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Correct inaccurate personal information
• Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information in Section 13 below. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.

10Children's Privacy

This website and our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.

11Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or platforms, such as Instagram. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

12Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at: