Hire a private French chef
Hire one of our 421 private French chefs to create an authentic French menu at your place. Impress your guests with a personalised fine dining experience.
How it works
Submit your request
Tell us what you're after: your dream French menu, event date, and budget. No strings attached.
Meet our chefs
Connect with experienced French chefs, share your preferences, and select your top choice.
Design your menu
Collaborate with your chef to create an authentic French menu for your celebration.
Book your chef
After selecting your menu and chef, complete your booking online by making the payment.
Enjoy the experience!
Sit back, relish the company, and let your private French chef handle the kitchen.
French chef at home
Craving a proper onion soup or a delicious boeuf bourguignon? A private French chef can turn your dining space into a charming Parisian bistro for the evening.
Share your culinary vision with our chefs to receive menu ideas tailored to your tastes and budget.
Vive la France
French cuisine boasts a variety of exquisite dishes, from classic coq au vin to rich chocolate mousse. Your private French chef will whip up all your favourites. Bon appétit!
Need to tweak your menu later on? No worries. You can still make changes after booking.
Guest reviews
More than 2520 happy guests have enjoyed our French chef at home services.
French personal chefs: Celebrate wherever you choose
Meet our French chefs at home
Our French home chefs bring years of experience to your kitchen, making your celebration special and elegant. Simply share your taste and dietary preferences, plan your menu with your chef, and get ready to enjoy quality time with your guests without struggling to find a reservation for your party.
Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about our chefs for hire.
Hiring a private French chef includes menu planning, sourcing ingredients, in-home cooking, full service at the table, and post-meal cleanup. Confirm with the chef whether the grill is part of the service. Crockery, glasses, and tips are not included.
Most experiences last around 4.5 hours, including preparation, cooking, and cleanup. If you need a more accurate estimate, ask your chef directly after setting the menu and guest count for your event.
Absolutely. Our private French chefs use fresh, high-quality ingredients tailored to your specific preferences. The essence of our service is grounded in freshness and customisation.
Drinks aren't included but can be requested as an "extra" to complement your meal. Feel free to share your preferences with the chefs during your chat.
The cost of hiring a private French chef varies depending on guest count. The average for groups of 7 or more is about $110 per person; for 3 to 6 guests, it's around $132; for 2 guests, it’s approximately $154 per person.
Tipping isn’t expected, but it’s a nice way to show appreciation if you’ve had a great experience. Some guests choose to leave around 15% of the total bill or a fixed amount, depending on the group size and level of service. However, tipping is completely up to you.
Simply click the 'Find a Chef' button to submit your request! Within minutes, you'll receive menu proposals from top-rated French chefs available on your event date. Review their profiles and reach out to those who align with your preferences. If none are suitable, we’ll happily provide additional options.
Absolutely! Many guests love cooking with their French chef at home. If you want, your chef can guide you through recipes and share techniques to boost your culinary skills. It's a fun and relaxed way to pick up new abilities in the kitchen.
Yes! Customisation is key to our dining experience. Our chefs will suggest sample menus and are happy to adjust them based on your needs, preferences, or budget. If you're unsure about French cuisine or how to plan your menu, feel free to discuss your ideas with them before booking.
There’s no set limit on the number of guests for a private chef experience. However, most bookings typically stay under 15 people, as private chef services are best suited for small gatherings at home.
Key information about French home chef services
Learn more details about our services
Our French personal chefs' average age is 49.
52% of our French private chefs are women.
It takes only 3 hours from your request to get the first French menu proposal.
We started our French home chef service in 2016.
20% of our French chef services include kid-friendly options.
One guest has booked the same French chef 5 times.
There's been a 35% increase in personal French chef bookings last year.
Our French chefs at home can speak up to 4 languages.
Over 45% of our guests hire a French chef more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a French chef for 5 days.
We've uploaded over 850 pictures of our personal French chef services.
It usually takes 3 days from requesting to booking a French chef at home.