Private Chef in Owen Sound
Rent one of our 19 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Owen Sound
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Owen Sound in March 2019, more than 19 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Owen Sound and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Ontario.
Starting in 2019, 83,443 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Owen Sound. To book your chef in Owen Sound, 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 29,295 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 288,777 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.73 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 83,443 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Owen Sound usually book menus around 192 CAD per person, including 3.15 courses, sharing an average of 3.56 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 Owen Sound.












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!
19 Private Chefs in Owen Sound
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More than 83,400 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.63 Chef
The guests in Owen Sound have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.63.
4.75 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Owen Sound received an average score of 4.75.
4.72 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.72 average score.
4.77 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Owen Sound has been scored with a 4.77 on average.
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29,295 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Owen Sound
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Fresh focaccia bread tomato basil relish
Grilled halloumi, roasted beets dried tomato, arugula salad, lemon honey vinaigrette
Roast figs whipped goat cheese microgreens honey lemon vinaigrette
Heirloom tomato burrata basil mousse
Arancini with slow roasted tomato compote
Fresh fettuccine mushrooms garlic aioli
Handmade wild mushroom ravioli black truffle veloute parmesan cracker
Fresh tuna tar tar avocado mango wonton chip
Grilled prawns sweet corn risotto
Beef tenderloin potato pave sous vide butter infused lobster tail, shaved asparagus red wine reduction
Grilled seabass cauliflower mousse tomato caper butter prawn cocktail
Saddle of lamb sweet potato asparagus dijon rosemary reduction
Stuffed chicken breast, asparagus, manchego, cauliflower purée heirloom carrots
Kubota pork chop potato fondant apple rosemary white wine reduction caramelized vegetable
Chocolate lava cake raspberry puree fresh vanilla tableside made gelato
Sticky toffee pudding warm caramel chantilly cream
Orange infused crème brûlée
White chocolate and raspberry mousse bomb
Fresh raspberry, new york style cheesecake
Fresh profiteroles milk chocolate vanilla custard tableside ice cream
Charcuterie board ( 5 types cheese, 5 types meat , fruit ) *share plate
Smoke infused hamachi carpaccio ( *imported japanese hamachi, extra virgin oil & herbs ) *served from under a smoking cloche
Bruschetta ( fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic on bread ) *share plate
Mushroom puff pastry bites ( mushrooms, shallot, garlic, thyme, parsley, cheese, grain mustard ) *share plate
( soup ) potato leek cream or vichyssoise
( salad ) organic greens, cucumber, radish, balsamic vinaigrette
Duck à l'orange / roast duck breast ( local duck, vegetable medley ) *ontario duck
Filet mignon with vegetable medley
Chilean sea bass / pan seared ( market vegetables, edamame geen sauce )
Organic rack lamb / pan roast ( market vegetables, red wine blueberry sauce ) *ontario lamb
Truffle mushroom ravioli ( spinach, garlic, shallot, wine, cream, truffle oil )
Lobster ravioli ( lobster meat, homemade pasta, shallot, garlic, feta cheese, white wine, cream ) *pei lobster
Wagyu steak & jumbo shrimp ( market vegetable, red wine sauce )
Organic rack lamb / pan roast ( market vegetables, red wine blueberry sauce ) *ontario 🐑
Warm canele in caramel sauce, pear compote, icecream
Créme brulée / fruit, caramel sauce
Matcha tiramisu
Roasted beetroot whipped goat cheese balsamic mousse
Fresh tuna tar tar avocado mango wonton chip
Heirloom tomato burrata basil mousse
Roasted fig and whipped goat cheese, microgreens honey truffle vinaigrette
Grilled prawns sweet corn risotto
Beef tenderloin potato pave shaved asparagus red wine reduction
Saddle of lamb sweet potato asparagus dijon rosemary reduction
Grilled seabass cauliflower mousse tomato caper butter
Spinach and brie stuffed chicken cauliflower mousse roasted vegetable dijon thyme pan jus
Chocolate lava cake raspberry puree fresh vanilla tableside made gelato
Orange infused crème brûlée
White and dark chocolate raspberry mousse bomb
Sticky toffee pudding warm caramel chantilly cream
Prosciutto e melone – cured ham wrapped around rapped melon with arugula & olive oil
San marzano arancini - tomatoes arancini risotto balls, breaded with panko, & served with basil pesto
Fried cheese - breaded & fried mozzarela sticks with spicy bomba tomato sauce
Polenta fritta – fried parmesan polenta served with parsley & lemon aioli
Polenta & mushrooms - sautéed porcini & mushrooms with fried parmesan polenta served with lemon aioli
Melanzane alla parmigiana (italy) – grilled & fried eggplant with tomato sauce, pesto, & parmesan reggiano
Caponata crostini – sweet and sour eggplant ragu with tomatoes, capers, onion, & herbson toasted sourdough bread
Frittelle di zucchine – zucchini fritters in tampura with fresh mint & lemon aioli
Cambazola & pears - crostini with roasted pears, carmalized onions, cambazila cheese (can be done with parmesan)
Mushrooms pesto - sautted mix of mushrooms with oilive oil, tuscan herbs, genovese pesto, ricotta salata
Braised beef (italy) - braised shoulder with jus, balsamic & soya sauce served with greens & parmesan salad
Wild boar ragu - spaghetti with stew of root vegetables, wild boar, red chianti wine, parmesan cheese, & herbs (can be changed to beef)
Adriatic fish - white fish grilled and served with kalamata olive, cherry tomatoes, garlic & herbs sauce with roasted provencal potatoes
Lasagna italiana - layers of fresh egg pasta, rich tuscan ragu made with chianti wine, pesto genovese, tuscan herbs
Fettuccine alfredo - fresh in house made pasta, mix of wild mushrooms, porcini, butter, herbs, & cheesnuts
Veggie gnocchi – potatoes & cheese gnocchi with roasted vegetables & herbs served with pumpkin puree
Ricotta cannelloni - fresh pasta sheets stuffed with ricotta, spinach, herbs, pine nuts baked with smoked tomato sauce & parmesan cheese
Tuscan steak - 10oz of aaa canadian striploin pan seared with tuscan herbs & black pepper, red wine sauce,
Truffle & mushroom ravioli - fresh made stuffed pasta served with white wine, butter, & wild mushrooms
Beef tuscan style - aaa canadian short ribs braised with vegetable mirepoix, herbs provençal, red chianti wine, & butter served with lemon roasted potatoes
Panna cotta - made with rich cream & milk, madagascar vanilla, suggar, & gelatin. served with wild coulis of seasonal berries & fresh berries
Amaretto & chocolate - taste chocolate fudge, white chocolate amaretto & berries (gluten free)
Tiramisu - coffee mouse, savoiardi biscuits, imported mascarpone, coffee liquor, & cocoa powder
Cannoli siciliani – crisp pastry tubes filled with ricotta cream & sugar with berries & chocolate chips
Castagnaccio – chestnut flour cake with rosemary and raisins with whipped cream & chocolate
Charcuterie board ( 5 types cheese, 5 types meat , fruit ) *share plate
Bruschetta ( fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic on bread ) *share plate
Mushroom puff pastry bites ( mushrooms, shallot, garlic, thyme, parsley, cheese, grain mustard ) *share plate
Caprese( mozzarella cheese, arugula, tomato, basil ) *share plate
( soup ) potato leek cream or vichyssoise
( salad ) organic greens, cucumber, radish, balsamic vinaigrette
Pan seared salmon with market vegetable black rice cream sauce
Branzino pan seared ( market vegetables, black rice, herbs lemon sauce )
Chicken supreme ( stuffed mushroom, spinach, goat cheese, market vegetables )
Lobster ravioli ( lobster meat, homemade pasta, shallot, garlic, feta cheese, white wine, cream )
Truffle mushroom ravioli ( spinach, garlic, shallot, wine, cream, truffle oil )
Surf & turf ( aaa angus beef, jumbo tiger shrimps, market vegetable medley ) *ontario beef
Filet mignon with market vegetable red wine sauce * ontario beef
Wagyu steak ( wagyu beef, market vegetable, japanese sauce )
( vegetalian ) japanese fusion pasta ( buckwheat noodle, mushrooms, garlic, wine, nori, basil )
( vegetalian ) stuffed peppers (quinoa, lentils, mushrooms, tomatoes, nutritional yeast, garlic, parsley, orgegano, onions)
Créme brulée / fruit, caramel sauce
Cheesecake & fruit
Sweet potato ice cream with matcha sauce
Warm canele in caramel sauce, pear compote, icecream
Charcuterie board ( 5 types cheese, 5 types meat , fruit ) *share plate
Bruschetta ( fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic on bread ) *share plate
Mushroom puff pastry bites ( mushrooms, shallot, garlic, thyme, parsley, cheese, grain mustard ) *share plate
Smoke infused hamachi carpaccio ( *imported japanese hamachi, extra virgin oil & herbs ) *served from under a smoking cloche
( soup ) potato leek cream or vichyssoise *soy milk option
( salad ) organic greens, cucumber, radish, cherry tomato, balsamic vinaigrette
Duck à l'orange / roast duck breast ( local duck, vegetable medley ) *ontario duck
Chilean sea bass / pan seared ( market vegetables, edamame geen sauce )
Chicken supreme ( stuffed mushroom, spinach, goat cheese, market vegetables )
Lobster risotto ( risotto, tomato, basil, shallot, wine, garlic, truffle oil, topped with asparagus ) *pei lobster
Organic rack lamb / pan roast ( market vegetables, red wine blueberry sauce )*ontario lamb
Filet mignon with market vegetable red wine sauce * ontario beef
Surf & turf ( aaa angus beef, jumbo tiger shrimps, market vegetable medley ) *ontario beef
Wagyu steak ( wagyu beef, market vegetable, japanese sauce )
( vegetalian ) japanese fusion pasta ( buckwheat noodle, mushrooms, garlic, wine, nori, basil )
( vegetalian ) stuffed peppers (quinoa, lentils, mushrooms, tomatoes, nutritional yeast, garlic, parsley, orgegano, onions)
Créme brulée / fruit, caramel sauce
Matcha tiramisu
Warm canele in caramel sauce, pear compote, icecream
Banana coconut gelato & fruit ( coconut milk, banana, vanilla, sugar. )
Grilled prawns sweet corn risotto
Handmade wild mushroom ravioli black truffle veloute parmesan cracker
Fresh tuna tar tar avocado mango wonton chip
Grilled halloumi roasted beet avocado mousse lemon honey vinaigrette
Beetroot whipped goat cheese honey truffle vinaigrette
Heirloom tomato basil mousse creamy balsamic served wit sea salt and rosemary crusted fresh focaccia
Beef tenderloin potato pave frenched beans port reduction
Saddle of lamb sweet potato asparagus dijon rosemary reduction
Stuffed chicken breast, asparagus, manchego, cauliflower purée heirloom carrots
Mediterranean sea bass caper lemon essence, cauliflower mousse roasted vegetables
Chocolate lava cake raspberry puree table side vanilla gelato
Sticky toffee pudding warm caramel chantilly cream
Orange infused crème brûlée
White and dark chocolate mousse bomb
Fresh raspberry, new york style cheesecake
Bruschetta ( fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic on bread ) *share plate
Hammus dip & vegetables ( chickpeas, coriander, lemon, garlic, olive oil. ) *share plate
Mushroom puff pastry bites ( mushrooms, shallot, garlic, thyme, parsley, cheese, grain mustard )
Charcuterie board ( 5 types cheese, 5 types meat , fruit ) *share plate
( soup ) potato leek cream or vichyssoise
( salad ) organic greens, cucumber, radish, cherry tomato, balsamic vinaigrette
Truffle mushroom ravioli ( spinach, garlic, shallot, wine, cream, truffle oil )
Baked salmon ( market vegetable, black rice, lemon, herbs )
Duck à l'orange / roast duck breast ( local duck, vegetable medley ) *ontario duck
Organic rack lamb / pan roast ( market vegetables, red wine blueberry sauce ) *ontario lamb
Filet mignon with market vegetable red wine sauce * ontario beef
Angus steak ( aaa angus beef, market vegetable medley ) * ontario beef
Lobster risotto ( risotto, tomato, basil, shallot, garlic, truffle oil, topped with asparagus ) *pei lobster
Sticky toffee pudding
Créme brulée / fruit, caramel sauce
Warm canele in caramel sauce, pear compote, icecream
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 Owen Sound.
What does a private chef service include in Owen Sound?
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 Owen Sound?
The price of renting a chef in Owen Sound 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 114 CAD to 156 CAD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 114 CAD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 90 CAD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 133 CAD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 156 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 Owen Sound?
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 19 chefs available in Owen Sound. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Owen Sound 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 Owen Sound?
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 Owen Sound each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Owen Sound, 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 Owen Sound.
Cost of a private chef in Owen Sound
The cost of hiring a private chef in Owen Sound 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 114 CAD to 156 CAD per person.
For 13 people or more: 114 CAD
For 7 to 12 people: 90 CAD
For 3 to 6 people: 133 CAD
For 2 people: 156 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.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Owen Sound?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Owen Sound: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Surprise, 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 Owen Sound!






Talk to our chefs in Owen Sound
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 Owen Sound? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Owen Sound, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.










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