Five-Star Cooking Right at Your Home
Enjoy a bespoke dining experience with our private chefs. Simply select your menu and unwind while we handle the cooking and cleanup. A seamless culinary adventure awaits you, wherever you are.
Book a Chef
Don’t let hosting stress steal the spotlight! Hire a private chef and enjoy a personalized menu that will impress your guests without lifting a finger. From grocery shopping to preparing, serving, and cleaning up after a delicious meal, we handle it all.
Focus on the moments that matter while a chef takes care of the rest. Receive three chef proposals for free in less than 20 minutes and make your event unforgettable.
How it works
Send your request
We’ll send you three chef proposals. Let us know what you’d like for dinner, and if you’re not sure, you can change it later!
Host without stress
Spend time relaxing, not cooking. Our chef handles the kitchen while you enjoy your gathering.
Tailor the menu to your taste
Chat with our chef to craft a 5-star menu, blending local traditions with fresh flavors
Take the best choice
Dining out with kids can be challenging. Enjoy dinner at your home instead.
Enjoy a unique experience
Avoid noisy, crowded restaurants and high prices. Eat at a 5-star restaurant for a lower price.
Find your chef
Hurry up and book the best chef in your area before someone else does!
13 Private Chefs in Take a Chef
Get to know more about our top rated Private Chefs in Take a Chef
More than 400 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.21 Chef
The guests in Take a Chef have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.21.
4.18 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Take a Chef received an average score of 4.18.
4.59 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.59 average score.
4.28 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Take a Chef has been scored with a 4.28 on average.
Personalize your menu
A romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Traditional dishes or exotic flavours. A fine dining experience or a family-style meal. Every private chef experience is unique! Submit your request and personalize yours.
Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Take a Chef.
A private chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy a personalized dining experience at home. This includes:
- Customization of a menu based on your preferences;
- Purchase of ingredients;
- Mise en place (preparation of ingredients) before arrival;
- Preparation of the menu at your home;
- Complete table service;
- Set up and cleaning of the kitchen and used spaces.
Please note that tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely at your discretion.
The price of renting a chef in Take a Chef can vary depending on the specifics, but smaller groups tend to have a slightly different price per person compared to larger gatherings.
Booking prices range from 138 AUD to 197 AUD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 138 AUD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 134 AUD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 159 AUD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 197 AUD per person.
Seasonal ingredients, your location, and how soon you book also affect the final price. If you're interested in getting free quotes with no obligation, fill out our form and let the best chefs near you send unique proposals for your event.
Booking is easy! Just tell us the date of your event, number of guests, dietary preferences and any allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Within a few hours, you'll receive customized menus from qualified chefs. Each chef's profile will include their experience, reviews, and photos of their dishes.
Feel free to chat directly with the chefs through our platform. Ask them to modify menus, discuss pricing, or get answers to any questions you might have. Once you've found the perfect chef and menu, finalize your reservation online. We'll then provide the chef's contact information to confirm any final details.
There are currently 13 chefs available in Take a Chef. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Take a Chef who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
While there's no strict limit on guest count, private chef experiences are designed to create a more intimate atmosphere, perfect for gatherings of friends and family. Since most homes have limited space to accommodate large groups, parties typically don't exceed 15 people.
Yes, the chef always prepares the menu at your home for a more personalized experience. However, some prep work might be done beforehand for complex dishes.
Absolutely! Many guests are passionate about food and relish the chance to learn from the chef. You can pick up new kitchen skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at each dish on the menu. Feel free to jump in and cook alongside the chef for a truly interactive experience!
Yes, they're 100% fresh. Unlike restaurants with pre-made dishes, private chefs prioritize using the freshest ingredients possible. This is because the chef creates a customized menu specifically for you, then goes out and sources the finest ingredients to bring your chosen dishes to life.
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
Tipping for private chefs is entirely at your discretion. Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable experience, and the chef always appreciates a nice tip. However, the decision and amount are completely up to you.
Key information about our chefs in Take a Chef
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How many chef services are booked in Take a Chef each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Take a Chef, for example, demand often increases during special dates like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, so it's best to book in advance.
If you're wondering about the best time to hire a chef, any month is perfect for enjoying a private chef. Just keep in mind that prices may vary, especially for last-minute bookings. So, don't wait—book your chef early to secure your unique dining experience in Take a Chef.
Cost of a private chef in Take a Chef
The cost of hiring a private chef in Take a Chef can vary based on several factors, including the number of people in your group or seasonality. Larger groups tend to have a different average rate per person compared to smaller groups that hire a chef:
Booking prices range from 138 AUD to 197 AUD per person.
For 13 people or more: 138 AUD
For 7 to 12 people: 134 AUD
For 3 to 6 people: 159 AUD
For 2 people: 197 AUD.
Additionally, prices can fluctuate depending on the time of year, location, and how soon you book your personal chef. If you want to get free quotes, just fill out our form and receive tailored proposals for your event. No committment at all.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Take a Chef?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Take a Chef: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Chef's special, but you can have anything you want (our surprise menu will cover that!).
Beyond these six types of cuisine, our private chefs personalize diverse menus for their clients every day, adjusting every detail to find the perfect menu for every occasion and every group. Our private chefs can accommodate any allergy or dietary restriction and suggest other cuisines or fusion dishes. Submit your request and hire a chef in Take a Chef!
Talk to our chefs in Take a Chef
Each of our chefs is one-of-a-kind, with professional culinary training and years of experience in diverse restaurants. Craving Italian pasta, Spanish paella, or traditional sushi in Take a Chef? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Take a Chef, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.
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