Private Chef in Burnaby
Rent one of our 310 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Burnaby
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Burnaby in November 2016, more than 310 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Burnaby and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in British Columbia.
Starting in 2016, 35,081 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Burnaby. To book your chef in Burnaby, just share your event details in our form. Receive proposals from top chefs and chat with them until you find your match.
Up until today, our chefs have shared 11,037 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 23,291 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.77 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 35,081 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Burnaby usually book menus around 198.8 CAD per person, including 3.2 courses, sharing an average of 4.88 messages with their chefs. If you've never had a chef at home but want to add an extra spice to your next celebration, just rent a chef in Burnaby.












How it works
Personalize your request
Share with us the details of your dream meal, including type of cuisine, preferences, and intolerances.
Receive menu proposals
Our chefs will design menus based solely on your wants and needs.
Get chatty with your chefs
Don't be shy about exchanging some messages with your chefs until your perfect menu is ready!
Book your experience
Once you are happy with your choice, submit your payment to secure your experience.
Enjoy!
All there is left to do is count down the days till your culinary experience begins!
310 Private Chefs in Burnaby
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More than 35,000 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.63 Chef
The guests in Burnaby have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.63.
4.81 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Burnaby received an average score of 4.81.
4.76 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.76 average score.
4.79 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Burnaby has been scored with a 4.79 on average.
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11,037 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Burnaby
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Wild mushroom veloute
French onion soup
Chicken liver mousse| caramelized onion| baguette
Goat cheese croquette|mix green| candied walnut| roasted beet| honey vin
Winter citrus salad | toasted hazelnut | citrus dressing
Pistachio herb crusted lamb chop | lamb jus | potato gratin | ratatouille
Duck a'la orange| parsnip puree | charred broccolini
Striploin| mushroom| glazed carrot| peppercorn sauce
Earl grey creme brulee
Chocolate mousse
Fresh bread served with seasonal compound butter
Fresh bread served with whipped butter
Focaccia - fresh baked focaccia, oil & balsamic
Fresh focaccia served with a pistachio chimichurri
Beet salad - beets, arugula, oranges, candied nuts, balsamic
Beet carpaccio - shaved beets, beet puree, parmesan, olive oil, nuts
Curried carrot & carrot soup with a cashew cream - vegan
Caprese salad - tomatoes, basil, balsamic, olive oil, fresh mozzarella
Arugula salad - arugula, asparagus, lemon, parmesan, olive oil
Tuscan white bean soup
Tomatoes - blistered tomatoes, whipped feta, za'atar, olive oil
Beef bolognese - fresh pasta, bolognese ragu, parmesan
Hanger - marinated hanger steak, salsa verde, jus served with root vegetable puree & roasted vegetables
Herbed chicken - seared chicken breast, herbed yogurt sauce, roasted potatoes & glazed carrots
Miso salmon - miso glazed salmon, charred bok choy, root vegetable puree
Pistachio salmon - pistachio crusted salmon, cauliflower puree & roasted brussels
Chicken parmesan gnocchi bake - grilled chicken breast, pomodoro sauce, potato gnocchi & parmesan
Vegan chocolate mousse - coconut chocolate mousse, vegan whipping cream & fresh berries
Vegan panna cotta - coconut panna cotta, yuzu / citrus & berry compote
Coconut chia pudding - coconut milk, toasted coconut flakes, fresh fruit, maple syrup
Tiramisu trifle - espresso caramel, coffee soaked lady fingers, vanilla cream
Mason jar pie - seasonal flavours served with vanilla cream
Coffee panna cotta - espresso, chocolate soil
Berry crumble - berry compote, crumbled topping, vanilla bean ice cream
Lobster bisque cappuccino with buffalo cream fresh
Fresh corn polenta ,grilled prawns & calamary,wild mushrooms ,white truffel oil
Grilled spanish wild octupos ,smoked paprika aioli,fresh tomatoes ,pickeled onion ,herbs,olive oil
Roasted eggplant,ground lamb,tahini,fresh herbs,lemon,olive pil
Aburi beef carpaccio, yuzu koshu, chilli aioli quilts eggs
Bleu fin tuna ceviche, salads verde, avocado, lime, tequila vinaigrette
Bleu fin tuna nicoise tataki,soft egg,greeck olives salsa ,chickpeas,tahini,olive oil
My amazing cezar salad with smoked chicken,romain, baby kale , herbs garlic cruotons,parmagiano reggiano
Grillled fresh japanese open water scallops, cauliflower cream velvet,
Grilled wild prawns,home made hummus,wild mushrooms,zaatar,crispy pita
Home made buffalo burrata,roasted pears, umeboshi miso caramel, yuzu juice,saeseme seeds. herbs,pistachios
Wood oven roasted beets, home made ricotta cheese , seeds cracker ,plums comput ,sicilian pistachios
45 days aged beef angus steaks, italian fig sauce,creamy truffle oil mashed potatoes
45 days aged beef steaks, fingerling potatoes confit.pickled asparagus,shimeji mushrooms karoshi sauce
Chicken shawarma, traditional spices, home made lafa pita , amba , tahinis, home made hummus, herbs lemon salad
Grilled lamb chops, soy honey glaze, home made traditional dumplings,
Japanese curry lamb chops,fuki and eggplantin soy,japaneas sticky rice
Charcoal grilled king salmon\sockeye,miso zaatar crust, soba risotto.chared baby leek
Grilled wild sea fish,with saffron beurre blanc,lentil tabouleh
Oven roasted wild salmon,coconut lime risotto,bok choy
Seafood spanish paella, home made chorizo, saffron, peas asparagus
Gindara saikyo yaki, grilled fresh buttery black cod, grilled asparaguse,ginger daicon salad
Mediterranean king salmon , moroccan chickpea’s stew, lemon , harrissa , home made couscous
Lamb mansaf , lebanese rice, wood oven vegetables, pomegranate sauce
Anmitsu parfait,light creamy cheese cake with yuzu mringaue,warm miso caramel
Almond basbosa, cream fresh, orang kofit
Black saesame chocolat cremeuxe fondu with fresh trupical fruit
Chocolate truffles grilled pineapple berries colli
Classic cheese cake, konami graham, orange ginger compote, orange sorbet
Classic torta ricotta, orange compote, fresh berries
Matcha tiramisu,green tea sponge,creamy mousse,berry coulis
Miso caramel panna cotta, caramel sauce glazed pineapple
Yuzu panna cotta, black saesame, sakura syrup
Signature chef style tiramiso ,chocolate espreso fondu
Seafood chawanmushi (lobster| shrimp)
Shiso & yuzu infused scallop crudo| seaweed dust
Chilled lobster & uni| truffle soy vinenaigrette
Pan seared scallop| tobiko sake beurre blanc
Miso glazed black cod| shiso| pickled daikon
Baked lobster|miso cream| yuzu beurre blanc
Wagyu| truffle soy jus|asparagus
Miso caramel panna cotta| salted almond
Black sesame| red bean parfait
Caviar & fried chicken creme fraiche, fried chicken creamed corn blini
Caviar and oysters with red wine vinegar mignonette
Caviar and smoked salmon , creme fraiche and dill - salty and creamy with lemon on homemade blinis
Caviar with grated frozen foie on oysters with red wine mignonette
Caviar on madeleines with homemade creme fraiche, preserved lemon
Foie gras mousse with cognac on brioche with fig, balsamic onion reduction and walnuts
Scallops with capers, preserved lemon, garlic, fennel and green apple puree and avocado mousse and duck prosciutto
Clams & chorizo with prosecco, tomato ,preserved lemon, garlic, chilli and shallots
Ceviche with seasonal fresh fish and fresh tortillas chips - fresh citrus and pineapple juice, cilantro, jalepeno, serrano and red thai chili
Nori seaweed fresh prawn and scallop, pineapple yuzu, citrus pepper, served with wasabi powder
Albacore tuna tataki with grapefruit, orange, lime and yuzu, micro-flowers
( counts as 2 options /for parties of 6 or more) antipasto grazing table ( i can send pictures, very beautiful and lush/ showstopper) with spreads, olives, cheese , caviar, smoked salmon and fresh fruit - tomato compote, almond romesco, fresh herb chimi
Albacore with maple miso with pineapple yuzu on rice pillow, topped with caviar
Crudo with albacore or salmon passion fruit ,citrus, sesame, green apple and maple miso
Lobster & prawn bisque made over 3 hours with lobster and delicious homemade stock
Crab “pop tarts” with phyllo, gruyere, preserved lemon and shallots and tarragon and champagne sauce
Wild mushroom “pop tart” with asiago and champagne sauce and porcini & truffle, finished with truffle infused honey
Handmade gyoza with lemongrass chicken with peanut and chilli sauce
Beets & burrata citrus-poached beets with white balsamic, grapefruit, wild honey, orange, seasonal farmers market greens and pine nuts
Buffalo burrata with fresh basil , strawberries, basil, oven dried tomatoes and seasonal greens and truffle oil - creamy and bright
Farmers market butternut & arugula with pumpkin seeds, goat cheese, roasted heirloom beets and fresh farmers market finds – rosewater dressing/or herb dill
Watermelon salad with macedonian feta , pumpkin seeds and citrus dressing with fennel, dill, basil and watercress - citrus forward and refreshing
Fresh berries & stone fruit with rosewater and goat cheese, pistachio and season greens
Calamari / fried squid with olive, shaved fennel, citrus, preserved lime
Beef empanadas with chimichurri with puff pastry - these are sweet, spicy, soft and yummy
Macedonian feta, apricot, rosemary phyllo with truffle honey and sesame and figs
Spaghetti al nero di seppia mussels, clams and prawns, in fish stock, citrus, butter, served with fresh handmade squid ink pasta
Dungeness crab cannelloni with arrabiata fume topped with caviar-spicy
Handmade rock crab ravioli with leeks ,cream and artichokes and asiago with lemon
Argentinian line caught prawns or chicken with preserved lemon and garlic with truffled alfredo and fresh pulled fettuccine
6-hour bolognese with fennel sausage, large mirepoix, tomato, white wine and beef stock, served with fresh homemade pasta, grana padano
Fresh pasta carbonara with prosciutto, confit garlic , cream, fresh basil and parmesan
Black summer truffle and porcini mushroom ravioli , with ricotta and boursin with sage butter
Fennel sausage ravioli with lemon and citrus peppers, brown butter and parm and chili flakes
Handmade ravioli with butternut squash, pimentos herbs and cheese with brown butter , sage and asiago and pine nuts and line caught prawns
Leeks and cream with white wine , garlic, artichokes , preserved lemon and asiago served with hand pulled pasta and parmesan
(vegan )braised mushroom , porcini homemade gnocchi with rich mushroom cognac sauce and pecorino
Pan seared branzino whole fish-head on- stuffed with cedar, rosemary, thyme, tarragon, lemon, orange, lime and grapefruit, seared with prosecco and topped with caviar, served with seasonal vegetables (family style)
Steak filet and prawns with, lemon potatoes seasonal vegetables
Dry aged filet mignon and lobster tail with garlic butter served with seasonal or morel mushrooms with fresh herbs and roasted potatoes and porcini dust
( huge tray)seafood hotpot, preserved lemon, prosecco, and a mixture of shellfish and season fresh fish bouillabaisse style
Olive oil and dry rubbed fresh seasonal fish filet with leek sauce and roasted potatoes and seasonal foraged mushrooms
Basque beef short rib with olives and roasted orange and preserved peppers served with seasonal wild foraged mushrooms and lemon potatoes
8-hour braised beef short ribs malbec, fennel, rosemary, thyme, fresh oregano, served with lemon greek potatoes and seasonal sides
Dry aged filet mignon with red wine demi served with seasonal veg with fresh herbs and roasted potatoes and porcini dust
Dry rubbed roasted brined pork belly with seasonal roasted root vegetables and lemon sauce
Pork tenderloin dry rubbed stuffed with apricots and hazelnut butter, served with sweet potato puree and asparagus
Sumac persian chicken with dried black lime and black butter - torched and cooked roasted and pan seared style with saffron butter - persian style with seasonal veg
Chicken and prawn with coconut, ginger, tomato curry and fresh spices
Cauliflower and tofu with coconut, ginger and cilantro , lime leaf (vegan)
Chili noodles with snow peas, seafood (fish, shellfish) lemon, green onion, peanuts and sesame cilantro
Dark belgian chocolate mousse with freeze-dry raspberries and gold
Tiramisu mascarpone, espresso, vanilla, ,grand marnier ,cocoa and cream
Tiramisu with matcha and pistachio
Creme brûlée/ dusted with freeze dried raspberries and gold
Fresh fruit cloud meringue , lemon curd. with fresh seasonal fruit (rosewater option)
Adult smores ,high end british and artisan chocolate, delicious vanilla marshmallows and honey gram cookies
Jumbo family stylr handmade dubai chocolate bar with pistachio cream
House bread with cultured butter & smoked salt
House bread with whipped honey butter
Warm olives & spiced nuts - marinated citrus rosemary olives, toasted nuts with maple, chili & rosemary
Fresh focaccia served with whipped goat cheese & balsamic reduction
Celeriac & apple soup - roasted celeriac, bc apples, local honey, herbs
Beet carpaccio - shaved beets, beet puree, parmesan, olive oil, nuts
Beet salad - beets, arugula, oranges, candied nuts, balsamic, goat cheese
Roasted cauliflower - charred cauliflower, romesco sauce, chimichurri, herb oil
Squash - roasted delicata squash, labneh, dukkah, pomegranate
Winter oysters (2ea) - champagne mignonette, pickled shallot & cucumber
Winter prawn crudo - prawns, blood orange/grapefruit, fennel, radish, citrus olive oil, fresh herbs, pistachios
Braised beef short rib - 8 hour braised short rib, root vegetable puree, roasted vegetables & pan jus
Butternut squash risotto - butternut squash, parmesan, vegetable stock
Chicken & mushroom risotto - wild mushrooms, thyme, parmesan, roasted chicken
Winter hanger steak - seared hanger steak, red wine jus, root vegetable puree, sautéed winter greens
Bc wild salmon - salmon, roasted baby potatoes, maple glazed carrots & lemon-dill butter
Coq au vin - red wine braised chicken, carrots, celery, leek & garlic mashed potatoes
Maple glazed chicken thighs - oven roasted chicken thighs, maple - mustard glaze, root vegetables & mashed potatoes
Acorn squash - stuffed acorn squash, braised lentils, quinoa, roasted vegetables & cranberries
Apple crisp - bc apples, cinnamon, nutmeg, oat topping & vegan whipped cream
Black forest trifle - brownie, dark cherry compote, chocolate mousse, whipping cream, shaved chocolate
Brûlée banana - brûlée bananas, whipped mascarpone, honey & nuts
Chai chocolate mousse - shaved dark chocolate, chai spice
Sticky toffee pudding - date cake, warm toffee sauce & whipped cream
Winter panna cotta - cardamom, blood oranges, vanilla bean
Chocolate pot de creme - chocolate custard, hazelnuts, sea salt
Lobster miso soup wild mushrooms
Fresh king salmon sashimi, crispy rice cakes, ponzu soy
King salmon sashimi , crispy rice, dashi mayo, chili, fresh micro leaves
Aburi beef carpaccio, yuzu koshu, chilli aioli quilts eggs
Home made gyoza ,seafood and vegetarian or wagyu beef with blach garlic ponzu
Summer king salmon sashimi salad,greens,radish,ikura,wasabi fresh yuzu dressing
Prawns salad,harusame noodles,wild mushrooms,scallions,shiso leaf,pickeld ginger,soy dressing
Octopuse sunomono.tender sliced,cucumber,wakame seaweed, sweet rice vinegar dressing
Spicy tuna crispy rice salad,bleu fin tuna tartare, jalapenu herbs avokado, eggyolk dressing
Miso honey wood oven japaneas eggplant,glazed with sweet miso,and sesame
45 days dry aged beef steaks, roasted potatoes in traditional tokyo bbq
45 days aged beef steaks, fingerling potatoes confit.pickled asparagus,shimeji mushrooms karoshi sauce
King salmon .oven roasted with yuzu kosho,grilled asperagus saesame dressing,udon suy butter glaze
Miso glazed wild black cod whole fillet, saute wild mashrooms and bok choy
Gindara saikyo yaki, grilled fresh buttery black cod, grilled asparaguse,ginger daicon salad
Kaisen nabe.prawns , clams,white fish ,veggies in seafood broth ,ponzu grated daikon,steamed rice
Yakiniku grass fed lamb chops marinated in soy ,mirin,garlic ,saesame oil. shreded cabbage, spaicy udon
Shabu stayle lamb chops,goma sauce, blanched vegetables,soba noodles
Japanese curry lamb chops,fuki and eggplantin soy,japaneas sticky rice
Anmitsu parfait,light creamy cheese cake with yuzu mringaue,warm miso caramel
Black saesame chocolat cremeuxe fondu with fresh trupical fruit
Classic cheese cake, konami graham, orange ginger compote, orange sorbet
Matcha tiramisu,green tea sponge,creamy mousse,berry coulis
Yuzu panna cotta, black saesame, sakura syrup
Miso caramel panna cotta, caramel sauce glazed pineapple
Gyoza | miso dipping sauce
Crab & avocado tartare
Mezze platter (vegetarian)
Watermelon & cucumber salad | tajín | cotija | fresh mint (vegetarian)
Korean style la galbi
Moroccan spiced chicken thighs | preserved lemon | saffron couscous | spiced carrot purée
Vietnamese style grilled fish platter | mango | lettuce | pineapple | vermicelli
Butternut squash ravioli | brown butter sage (vegetarian)
Matcha strawberry swiss roll | chantilly cream
Miso caramel panna cotta | salted almond
Mango lassi cheesecake
Tres leches | cinnamon chantilly | fresh berries
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 Burnaby.
What does a private chef service include in Burnaby?
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.
How much does a private chef cost in Burnaby?
The price of renting a chef in Burnaby 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 128 CAD to 176 CAD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 128 CAD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 112 CAD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 134 CAD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 176 CAD 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.
How can I hire a private chef in Burnaby?
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.
How can I find a private chef near me?
There are currently 310 chefs available in Burnaby. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Burnaby who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service?
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.
Does the chef cook at my house?
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.
Can I cook along with the chef?
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!
Are the ingredients fresh?
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.
Are drinks included in the personal chef service?
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
How much should I tip my private chef in Burnaby?
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.
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How many chef services are booked in Burnaby each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Burnaby, 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 Burnaby.
Cost of a private chef in Burnaby
The cost of hiring a private chef in Burnaby 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 128 CAD to 176 CAD per person.
For 13 people or more: 128 CAD
For 7 to 12 people: 112 CAD
For 3 to 6 people: 134 CAD
For 2 people: 176 CAD.
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.
Private chefs registrations
After many years of offering our services, we are lucky to have a fantastic team of chefs that keeps growing in Burnaby!
2 personal chefs register with us every month. Our verification team reviews these new chef profiles daily to categorize them, allowing you to discover incredible new chefs every month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Burnaby?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Burnaby: 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 Burnaby!






Talk to our chefs in Burnaby
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