Private chef for a night
Enjoy a refined dining experience in the comfort of your home. Hire one of our 427 private chefs for a night to create a bespoke menu that enhances your celebration.
How it works
Submit your request
Tell us your dream menu for the night, event date, and budget. No commitment required!
Meet our chefs
Connect with experienced chefs, share your preferences, and select the one that matches your style.
Create your menu
Personalize everything from the number of courses to the ingredients in every dish.
Book your chef
With your chef and menu selected, simply complete your booking by paying.
Enjoy the experience!
Cherish great company while delicious food is prepared in your kitchen.
Make any evening special with a private chef
Whether it’s an anniversary, a celebration with friends, or just because, turn your home into a gourmet restaurant with a private chef for a night.
Sit back, relax, and savour an exquisite meal without stepping outside.
Your home, your menu
Book one of our chefs for the night and let them take care of everything: from shopping and cooking to cleanup.
Need to make changes later? No problem. You can still fine-tune the details after booking.
Guest reviews
Over 980 happy clients have enjoyed a chef for a night at home.
Personal chefs for date night or any special occasion
Meet our private chefs for a night
Our at-home chefs bring years of experience to your kitchen for a night, making your evening truly special. Simply share your taste and preferences, craft your menu with your chef, and get ready to enjoy quality time with your guests. At the same time, your favorite dishes are prepared for you.
Frequently asked questions
Below are the most common questions about hiring a private chef.
Hiring a private chef for one night includes menu planning, grocery shopping, cooking in your kitchen, full table service, and cleanup. Our chefs will also bring special equipment if necessary. Plates, glassware, 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 chefs utilize fresh, top-quality ingredients tailored to your specific preferences. The essence of our service is rooted in freshness and customization.
Drinks are not included in the service but can be requested as an "extra" to enhance your meal. Feel free to discuss your preferences with the chefs while chatting.
The cost of hiring a private chef for a night varies based on guest count. The average for groups of 7 or more is $154 per person; for groups of 3 to 6 guests, it's approximately $176 per person; and for 2 guests, it’s around $198 per person.
Tipping isn't mandatory, but it is appreciated if you enjoyed your experience. On average, guests tip around 15% of the total service cost after the meal. However, the final amount is entirely up to you.
Simply click the 'Find a Chef' button to submit your request! Within minutes, you will receive menu proposals from top-rated chefs available on your event date. Review their profiles and communicate directly to find the ideal match. If none are suitable, we’ll happily provide new options.
Definitely! Many of our guests enjoy cooking with their chef at home. If you wish to join, your chef can walk you through recipes and share techniques to elevate your home cooking. It is a fun and relaxed way to learn new skills in the kitchen.
Yes! Customization is part of the experience. Our chefs will suggest sample menus and are happy to adjust them based on your needs, preferences, or budget. If you're not familiar with menu planning, feel free to discuss your ideas with them before booking.
There’s no limit on how many guests can join a private chef experience. However, most bookings generally don't exceed 15 people, as private chef services are best suited for small home gatherings.
Key information about private chefs for a night
Learn more details about our dinner-at-home services.
Our private chefs for a night have an average age of 47, which is a lot of experience.
56% of our personal chefs for a night are women.
Getting the first menu proposal takes only 3 hours from your request.
We started our chef for a night service in 2016.
16% of our private chef services include kid-friendly options.
One client has booked the same personal chef for a night 8 times.
There's been a 28% increase in the number of chefs for night bookings in the last year.
Our personal chefs can speak up to 5 languages.
45% of our guests hire a private chef for a night more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a chef for 3 days.
We've uploaded over 380 pictures of our personal chef experiences.
It usually takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal chef for a night.