Private Chef in La Ciotat
Rent one of our 285 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in La Ciotat
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in La Ciotat in March 2017, more than 285 Private Chefs have joined our platform in La Ciotat and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region.
Starting in 2017, 1,938 guests have already enjoyed a chef in La Ciotat. To book your chef in La Ciotat, 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 742 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 2,061 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.56 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 1,938 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in La Ciotat usually book menus around 123 EUR per person, including 4.59 courses, sharing an average of 4.01 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 La Ciotat.












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!
Find your chef
Customize your request and start talking with your chefs.
285 Private Chefs in La Ciotat
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More than 1,900 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.4 Chef
The guests in La Ciotat have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.4.
4.6 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in La Ciotat received an average score of 4.6.
4.4 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.4 average score.
4.8 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in La Ciotat has been scored with a 4.8 on average.
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742 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in La Ciotat
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Ceviche végétal / huile verte / croustillant vitelotte
Tartelette végétale / citron confit / céleri / pomme verte
Raviole végétale / céleri dans son entier / poires fraiches / leche de tigre
Velouté de panais / café / tartare de topinambours et poires aux noisettes
Oeuf parfait / crème de céleri / ecume de chanterelles jaunes et pop-corn de kasha
Mosaïque de poireaux façon vinaigrette / algues nori / citron yuzu
Risotto d'épeautre au beaufort vieilli / légumes croquants / crème d'ail
Jardin des cassines / crème de légumes / tapioca croustillant / pickles
Panisse croustillante / hummus a l'ail noir / pickles d'ail rose / beurre de carottes sables et pomelos
Agrumes a la fève de tonka / biscuit de savoie / carpaccio de pommes vertes
Poires pochées à la vanille de tahiti / croustillant chocolat noir / crème légère
Mandarine / sapin / crème montée vanille
Tarama d'oursin de carry, cromesquis aneth (sea urchin tarama from carry le rouet, dill cromesquis)
Tartelette figatelle, brousse, myrte (figatella tartlet, corsican brousse, wild myrtle)
Carpaccio de thon, jus de fenouil, wasabi (tuna carpaccio, fennel jus, wasabi)
Coquille saint-jacques, carotte, émulsion végétale (scallop, carrot textures, herb emulsion)
Oeuf parfait, crème de cresson, truffe noire (slow-cooked egg, watercress cream, black truffle)
Poulpe, poireaux, lard de colonnata (octopus, leeks, lardo di colonnata)
Tourte forestière, chutney de saison (forest pie with foie gras, seasonal chutney)
Boeuf wellington, crème de chou-fleur à la sauge, jus réduit (beef wellington, sage-scented cauliflower cream, reduced jus)
Butternut rôti en croûte de céréales, émulsion de parmesan, condiment noisette-sauge (roasted butternut, cereal crust, parmesan emulsion, hazelnut–sage condiment)
Ravioles de scampi, bisque aux herbes fraîches, huile d’aneth (scampi ravioli, fresh herb bisque, dill oil)
Entremet chocolat noisette fleur de sel (hazelnut–chocolate entremet, fleur de sel)
Pavlova mandarine estragon (mandarin & tarragon pavlova)
Riz au lait au foin infusé, caramel, croustillant de riz (hay-infused rice pudding, caramel, crispy rice)
Tatin de pomme, crème montée, caramel beurre salé (apple tatin, whipped cream, salted butter caramel)
"la planche" degustazione charcuterie & c. selezionata dallo chef - "la planche" charcuterie & c. tasting selected by the chef - dégustation charcuterie "la planche" & c. sélectionnée par le chef
Caprese con la bufala campana dop – caprese with bufala campana dop - caprese avec bufala campana dop
Tartare di manzo con stracciatella e pistacchio - beef tartare with stracciatella and pistachio - tartare de boeuf à la stracciatella et pistache
Pasta gragnano igp al pesto di limone - gragnano igp pasta with lemon pesto - pâtes gragnano igp au pesto de citron
Pasta ripiena del giorno - stuffed pasta of the day - pâtes farcies du jour
Risotto al «pesto» di zucchine, ricotta dura di pecora e pomodorini - risotto with courgette pesto, hard sheep's ricotta and cherry tomatoes - risotto au pesto de courgettes, ricotta dure de brebis et tomates cerises
Entrecôte al sale di camargue con la sua riduzione - entrecôte with camargue salt with its reduction - entrecôte au sel de camargue avec sa réduction
Magret de canard al miele e aceto balsamico - magret de canard with honey and balsamic vinegar - magret de canard au miel et vinaigre balsamique
Lingotto di manzo in crosta di pistacchi - pistachio crusted beef ingot - lingot de boeuf en croûte de pistache
Mousse al cioccolato fondente con coulis di frutta - dark chocolate mousse with fruit coulis - mousse au chocolat noir et coulis de fruits
Tiramisù della casa - homemade tiramisu - tiramisu maison
Tarte tatin - apple tarte tatin - tarte tatin
2 regional breads basket & provençal butter a selection of traditional french sourdough from local paca artisans, served with butter infused with fresh aromatics from the hills of provence
Panisse squares, a duo of classic provençal & cuttlefish ink, homemade aioli
Provençal sharing selection pissaladière, heirloom tomato salad, crispy panisse, lemon yogurt
Marseille-style aïoli – market vegetables, fish & seafood a true provençal classic. catch of the day and a selection of seafood, gently poached and served with fresh market vegetables
Roasted sea bream ( dorade royale) fillet camargue red rice, seasonal grilled vegetables, sauce vierge
“onde rouge” ceviche de thon rouge méditerranéen à l’aguachile rouge, relevé de piment doux, coriandre et agrumes un plat vibrant, frais et ensoleillé, où la mer rencontre la chaleur des épices du sud
Flame-grilled cuttlefish, ink pil-pil, camargue black rice, and shards of fresh tomato. a play of contrasts between the tenderness of the cuttlefish, the depth of the ink, and the brightness of fresh tomatoes
Provençal roasted leg of lamb scented with summer savory, served with roasted jerusalem artichokes (march–october) or roasted baby potatoes, grilled seasonal vegetables and a crisp red cabbage salad. a rustic dish inspired by the flavours of provence
Roasted duck with herbs, honey & thyme jus and rösti
Camargue bull tataki with anchovies served on a bed of hummus with grilled seasonal vegetables and shallots. a savoury balance of mediterranean flavours, where land meets sea
Pear & almond tart fresh seasonal pears baked in a crisp pastry shell with delicate almond cream. a classic french dessert, elegant and comforting, balancing sweet fruit flavours with rich almond notes
“nuit d’orient” mousse au chocolat noir, parfumée au dukkah (mélange d’épices, noisettes et sésame) et à la fleur de sel une finale riche et épicée, qui prolonge la chaleur et la complexité du voyage méditerranéen
“pavlova” crisp meringue with a soft centre, topped with lightly whipped cream and seasonal fruits from the provençal market. a delicate and refreshing dessert, balancing sweetness, freshness and lightness
Provençal sharing bites : socca, olive oil & black pepper light anchoïade, seasonal crudités zucchini flowers tempura, honey & lemon
Chiffonade of prosciutto & cavaillon melon june is the peak of the famous cavaillon melon season. i will serve it with a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth prosciutto chiffonade for a classic, refreshing start. ( from may to the end of september)
Seared local mediterranean meagre fish and baby artichokes light preserved lemon jus
Marseille-style aïoli – market vegetables, fish & seafood a true provençal classic. catch of the day and a selection of seafood, gently poached and served with fresh market vegetables
Roasted chicken, herbs & jus seasonal vegetables & baby potatoes
Garrigue honey-glazed chicken supreme served with an onion and candied fig compote, lemon-infused grape slivers, and crunchy popcorn crumbles. finished with a rich fig-infused chicken jus
“nuit d’orient” mousse au chocolat noir, parfumée au dukkah (mélange d’épices, noisettes et sésame) et à la fleur de sel une finale riche et épicée, qui prolonge la chaleur et la complexité du voyage méditerranéen
“pavlova” crisp meringue with a soft centre, topped with lightly whipped cream and seasonal fruits from the provençal market. a delicate and refreshing dessert, balancing sweetness, freshness and lightness
“provençal market fruit salad” a refreshing selection of seasonal fruits from local provençal markets, simply prepared to highlight their natural sweetness and vibrant flavours
Carpaccio of wagyu beef / tarragon sauce / marinated egg yolk and parmiggiano
Potato cappuccino / seasonal’s mushrooms with herbs / beef juice
White trout ceviche / coconut and yuzu foam / dashi broth and fresh citrus
Fried sushi with chiptole mayonnaise
Celery velouté with coffee preserved lemon • toasted piedmont hazelnuts
Beef tartare / yuzu mayonnaise / smoked beef ravioli / mushroom juice
Lake annecy trout mosaic herb-infused split cream • yuzu lemon parsnip purée • cocoa nibs
Perfect egg / celeriac cream with coffee / lardo di collonata chips and chanterelle’s foam /
Glazed duck with pomelo’s butter / beet creamy purée with raspberry vinegar / mashed potatoes / duck’s juice
Pine smoked omble chevalier / vegetables tartelette / champagne beurre blanc and fried capers
“jardin des cassines” pumpkin cream • crispy tapioca vegetable reduction
Citrus with tonka bean / savoy biscuit / carpaccio of green apples
Caramelized pecan pie / cinnamon / vanilla custard
Pears poached with tahitian vanilla / crunchy dark chocolate / cigar-smoked coffee foam
Mandarine / sapin / crème montée vanille comme un tiramisu
A l’attention du chef . chef's suggestion x3
Vol-au-vent printanier aux gambas /spring vol-au-vent with prawns
Ravioles de langoustines, bouillon thaï, herbes folles / scampi ravioli, thai broth, wild herbs
Oeuf "parfait, cremeux petit pois, oignon nouveau, lard de nos campagnes / perfect" egg / creamy pea / new onion / crispy bacon
Ravioles de brousse, thym et basilic sauce onctueuse / bush ravioli with thyme and basil in a creamy sauce
Jaune d'œuf confit à l'huile d'olive de provence, betterave à l'aneth / candied egg yolk with provence olive oil ,beetroot with dill
Tartare de poisson de méditerranée, condiments avocat, herbes aromatique, vinaigrette à huile de noix, mediterranean fish tartar, avocado condiments, aromatic herbs, walnut oil vinaigrette
Papillotes de gambas de méditerranée / salade de saison / mayonnaise citronnée papillotes of mediterranean prawns, seasonal salad, lemon mayonnaise
Fleurs de courgette farcies au fromage de chèvre, condiments ensoleillés / zucchini flower stuffed with goat cheese, sunny condiments
Asperges, marmelade de citrons de menton, pesto verde, olives, citron caviar / menton lemon marmalade, pesto verde, olive, lemon caviar
Filet de daurade de méditerranée en croute d'herbes / écrasé de pommes de terre à l'huile d'olive / fondant de légumes confitsfillet of mediterranean sea bream in herb crust / mashed potatoes in olive oil / candied vegetable fondant
Selle d'agneau rôtie, risotto d’épeautre du mont ventoux, caviar d'aubergine et tomates confites, jus réduit au romarin / roast saddle of lamb / mont ventoux spelt risotto / eggplant caviar and candied tomatoes / juice reduced with rosemary
Magret de canard rôti / déclinaison de brocolis en 3 façons / herbes folles / réduction de vinaigre balsamique de modena /roasted duck breast, 3 ways broccoli, wild herbs, modena balsamic vinegar reduction
Calamars farcis, risotto au riz de camargue et chorizo ibérique, jus corsé, légumes printaniers / stuffed calamari, risotto with camargue rice and iberian chorizo, full-bodied juice, spring vegetables
Aïoli de cabillaud, pommes de terre rôties au safran, légumes croquants, œufs de cailles, cromesqui de bulots au beurre persillé / cod aioli, roasted potatoes with saffron, crunchy vegetables, quail eggs, whelk cromesqui with parsleyed butter
Poulpes grillés, pommes de terre rattes et piquillos, jus au chorizo épicé, aïoli safrané / grilled octopus, ratte potatoes and piquillos, spicy chorizo juice, saffron aioli
Conchiglioni farcis au gigot d'agneau et herbes fraîches, purée de petit pois frais, jus corsé d'agneau au romarin / conchiglioni stuffed with leg of lamb and fresh herbs, fresh pea purée, full-bodied lamb juice with rosemary
Fondant au chocolat cœur coulant / glace maison flowing heart chocolate fondant / homemade ice cream
Tarte choc/praliné noix de pécan / glace maison shock pecan pie / pecan praline / homemade ice cream
Fraisier, glace à la bergamotte / strawberry cake , bergamot ice cream
Tout chocolat noir, feuillantine, caramel au beurre salé / all dark chocolate cake , feuillantine, salted butter caramel
Compris mignardises avec le café / included french mignardises with the coffee
Cake au citron et huile d'olive aop, glace citron bio, chips / cake au citron et huile d'olive aop / glace citron bio / chips
Entremet pommes, fenouil, caramel beurre a la fleur de sel de guérande / apple, fennel, caramel and guérande flower of salt butter entremets
Pêches rôtiesaux épices et sa glace maison. / roasted peach with spices and homemade ice cream
Pêches pochées, smoothie à la verveine, craquelins, glace amande / poached peach, verbena smoothie, crackers, almond ice cream
Capuccino de pomme de terre / champignons de saison aux herbes / jus corsé
Velouté de céleri au café / citron confit / noisette du piémont torréfiées
Boeuf en carpaccio / mayonnaise à l'estragon / graines de moutarde
Huitre marennes d'oléron / sauce vierge poires-olives vertes
Ceviche de truite blanche / poires fraiches / combawa
Oeuf parfait / crème de céleri au café / lard paysan de la maison baud / ecume de chanterelles jaunes et pop-corn de kasha
Mosaïque de truite du lac d'annecy / crème tranchée infusée aux herbes locales / citron yuzu / purée de panais et grué de cacao
Tartare de boeuf iodé / raviole de boeuf fumé / bouillon aux cèpes / baie de sichuan
Canette rôtie au beurre de pomelos / crémeux de betterave au vinaigre de framboise / purée façon robuchon / jus de canne corsé au beurre de café
Omble chevalier / sapin / tartelette comme un jardin aromatique / homardine
Agneau basse température croustillant / cèpes / gnocchis d’épinards / jus corsé / poivre de kampot
Jardin des cassines / crémeux de potiron / tapioca croustillant / jus corsé végétal
Coings compotés / ganache chartreuse verte / bergamote / croustillant chocolat
Agrumes a la fève de tonka / biscuit de savoie / carpaccio de pommes vertes
Mandarine / sapin / crème montée vanille
Poires à la vanille de tahiti / vin jaune / croustillant chocolat noir / crème légère
Chocolat / café / noisette / champignons
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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 La Ciotat.
What does a private chef service include in La Ciotat?
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 La Ciotat?
The price of renting a chef in La Ciotat 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 82 EUR to 121 EUR. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 82 EUR per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 78 EUR per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 123 EUR per person, and for 2 people, the price is 121 EUR 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 La Ciotat?
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 285 chefs available in La Ciotat. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in La Ciotat 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 La Ciotat?
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 La Ciotat each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In La Ciotat, 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 La Ciotat.
Cost of a private chef in La Ciotat
The cost of hiring a private chef in La Ciotat 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 82 EUR to 121 EUR per person.
For 13 people or more: 82 EUR
For 7 to 12 people: 78 EUR
For 3 to 6 people: 123 EUR
For 2 people: 121 EUR.
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 La Ciotat!
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 La Ciotat?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in La Ciotat: 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 La Ciotat!






Talk to our chefs in La Ciotat
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