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Chuck Kahalnik

"The Eclectic Expert On Mitzvahs, Event Planning, And Foodservice Strategy"

About Us

Founded in 2010 and based in Highland Park, IL, Chuck Kahalnik specializes in guiding young adults through seamless bar/bat mitzvah preparation and tutoring, while providing expert event and celebration planning across the surrounding areas. Additionally, Chuck offers strategic, results-driven consulting to restaurants, focusing on cost control, efficiency, and scalable menu development to thrive in the evolving foodservice industry. Trusted for personalized and professional service, Chuck Kahalnik is your partner in meaningful milestones and business growth.

Areas Served

What We Offer

Our Services include:

• Mitzvah and Hebrew Tutoring- Over 40 years and 200 students worth of experience; from Conservative to reform, Synagogues/Temples to Camps; we navigate each B’nai Mitzvah’s experience to their Service site. In person and ZOOM lessons are available; timing is flexible and day of services and officiating is an option
• Food Purchasing- Over 20 years of catering and purchasing experience; the last 6 at a 600 person camp. We develop menus, options and purchases to maximize customer satisfaction blended with economic realities.
• Event Planning- Over 40 years of catering, party planning and day of duties including hiring and engaging catering, décor, security, programming, entertainment and venue acquisition.

Contact Us

Chuck Kahalnik
Highland Park, IL 60035
Phone: (847) 980-6025
Email: chuckykay@gmail.com

Payment Types Accepted

Personal Checks, Venmo, Zelle, Cash App

Our Hours

Monday: By Appointment Only
Tuesday: By Appointment Only
Wednesday: By Appointment Only
Thursday: By Appointment Only
Friday: By Appointment Only
Saturday: By Appointment Only
Sunday: By Appointment Only