Private Chef in Altamonte Springs
Rent one of our 297 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Altamonte Springs
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Altamonte Springs in March 2017, more than 297 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Altamonte Springs and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Seminole County.
Starting in 2017, 47,904 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Altamonte Springs. To book your chef in Altamonte Springs, 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 19,286 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 31,250 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.76 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 47,904 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Altamonte Springs usually book menus around 174 USD per person, including 3.12 courses, sharing an average of 5.35 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 Altamonte Springs.












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!
297 Private Chefs in Altamonte Springs
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More than 47,900 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.54 Chef
The guests in Altamonte Springs have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.54.
4.79 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Altamonte Springs received an average score of 4.79.
4.74 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.74 average score.
4.85 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Altamonte Springs has been scored with a 4.85 on average.
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19,286 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Altamonte Springs
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Mozzarela sticks with marinara sauce
Antipasti // cold meats, regional italian cheeses, fruits, olives, nuts, bread and crackers
Arancini// sicilian fry crispy risotto rice balls, stuffed with fontina cheese, served with spicy marinara sauce dipping sauce
Chicken or eggplant parmesan fritters // golden brown crispy treats with spicy marinara sauce, and mozzarella
Bruschetta/ assorted spreads, tomato mozzarella, caramelized onions/roasted egg plant
Ceasar salad// petite romaine lettuce, croutons, shaved parmesan cheese, anchovy-garlic creamy dressing
Caprese salad/ tomato, mozzarella di bufala. basil, balsamic glaze
Minestrone// italian sausage/ summer vegetables, parmesan cheese, vegetable broth
Stracciatella// italian chicken- egg drop soup. shredded chicken, spinach, basil, peas, grated parmigiano-reggiano and eggs
Chicken or sirloin parmegiana/ flattened chicken milanese with marinara sauce and gratin mix cheeses
Chicken cacciatore/ pan roasted chicken breast with tomato, peppers, olives and caper cause
Catch of the day /pan seared (grouper or mahi) with roasted red peppers, nuts and olive pesto
Ravioli/ stuffed pasta with cheese and spinach with your choice of vodka or pesto sauce
Alfredo/ chicken, pork, or sirloin thinly sliced, pan fried and tossed in creamy 5 cheeses sauce
Gremolata/ grilled chicken, pork, or sirloin, topped with italian style chimichurri
Sides (choose 2)// garlic-parmesan mashed potato/ polenta (italian grits) /parmesan risotto/ broccoli/ asparagus, / green beans
Tiramisu// powerful layering of coffee-soaked savoiardi biscuits , rich cream made with mascarpone cheese, eggs and sugar, sometimes spiced up with a drop of liqueur
Panna-cota/ with wild berries compote
Chocolate panna-cota/ with roasted pistachio
Brutti ma buoni/ ugly but good, rustic style biscuit with vanilla sauce
Royal red shrimp and fresh mango salad: local royal red shrimp fresh mango chives sun dried tomatoes tangerine pieces diced red onion rice vinegar evoo sea salt
Shrimp artichoke and spinach dip served with crostini toast
Blackened shrimp sauted in tequila butter cilantro key lime sauce
Mini florida style crab cakes served with a horse radish sour cream sauce topped with old bay seasoning
Tuna poke stuffed avocados topped with a ponzu glaze
Sliced sushi grade tuna topped with a plum sauce
Tempura battered fried shrimp with a bacon jam
Beet salad bleu cheese crumbles pecans olive oil balsamic glaze over arugula and apple pieces
Broccoli rabe: rappini garlic oil red pepper flakes chicken stock
Strawberry fruit salad: mixed greens fresh strawberries blueberries melon pieces grape slices walnuts topped with a balsamic glaze
Grilled romain salad: grilled romain lettuce halves, extra virgin olive oil, capers, balsamic glaze, sea salt, lemon, rice vinegar
Grilled peaches topped with prosciutto ham and figs
Grilled zucchini cauliflower summer squash topped with evoo sea salt white balsamic glaze
Grilled wild salmon topped with lemon butter sauce
Grilled flat iron steak topped with chimichurri sauce
Brined bone in pork chop baked to perfection topped with a warm apple jam
Blackened shrimp over a plum sauce risotto
Chicken cacciatore: chicken thighs onions bell peppers italian sausage chicken stock san marzano tomatoes italian parsley over penne pasta topped with shave parmesan cheese
Blackened chicken alfredo tossed in fettucine
Banana pudding white chocolate chip cups
Rice pudding
Mixed berry cobbler
Key lime pie mousse cups
Chocolate brownies topped with chocolate gelato
Homemade chocolate cannoli's
Crab stuffed shrimp
Hot crab dip w. toast points
Smokey shrimp & whitefish plantain sliders w. cilantro crema
Mussels in garlic white wine sauce
Chorizo & shrimp skewers w. cilantro pesto
Fish ceviche
Grilled shrimp cocktail
Classic tossed salad (house vinaigrette)
Chef joy’s signature salad (spring salad, toasted walnuts, berries, green ginger dressing)
Fruit & mint salad
Classic caesar
Potato salad
Pasta salad
Creamy cajun argentine shrimp over salmon w. steamed veg and smashed garlic herb potatoes
Seafood boil (crab, shrimp, potatoes, corn, scallops, sausage, egg. choose your heat level!)
Mixed seafood scampi
Grilled whitefish, lobster mac n cheese, grilled asparagus
Crispy skin branzino w. tomatoes and capers & buttered herb pasta
5 spice roasted fish w. ginger cilantro fried rice and assorted veggies
Cajun salmon, shrimp & grits w. biscuits
Fish fry (assorted fish, shrimp, calamari, scallops, clams hushpuppies)
Fish in browned butter sauce w. creamy mashed potatoes & green beans almondine
Note: menu is customizable. please advise if you would like to modify any option
Adaptable to dietary restrictions
Brioche bread pudding with vanilla cream icing
Chocolate covered strawberry smoothie parfait w. brownie
Tres leches
Fruit & candied nuts over sweet cashew cream
Apple crisp
Blueberry miso crumble
Mezze platter
Cheddar bacon croquettes with chive mornay
Italian sausage arancini with roasted red pepper sauce
Spinach basil pesto caprese salad
Jumbo shrimp cocktail
Charcuterie display
Fried calamari
Fried zucchini and mozzarella with marinara
Arugula beet salad with dijon vinaigrette
Pecan goat cheese spinach salad with balsamic reduction
Chef's favorite salad
Classic chicken noodle
Fresh caesar salad with parmesan pine nuts
New england clam chowder
She crab soup
Lobster bisque
Tomato bisque
Minestrone soup
Spicy pepper and sausage pasta
Handmade chicken, veal, or eggplant parmesan
Handmade butternut squash ravioli with sage beurre blanc
Handmade shellfish pasta in butter wine sauce
Handmade pesto fettuccine alfredo with choice of protein
Seared chilean sea bass
Morrocan spiced salmon
Branzino papillote with garlic, herbs, leek, lemon, and butter
Ritz crumble baked lobster tails with lemon butter
Seared scallops with butternut squash purée
Steak au poivre with pepper cream sauce
Pan-seared filet mignon basted in rosemary, garlic, and butter
Beef rouladen with red wine beef gravy
Chicken marsala with mushroom marsala sauce
Chicken piccata with lemon caper beurre blanc
Saltimbocca chicken with chicken velouté
Bacon mushroom chicken roulade with sauvignon cream sauce
Cider-poached pear with greek yogurt gelato, honey-roasted pistachios, and honey drizzle
Decadent fudge brownie with whipped peanut butter and honey-roasted peanuts
Chocolate mousse entremet cake
Vanilla crème brûlée tart with orange caviar
Florida key lime pie with whipped cream
New york cheesecake with mixed berry compote
Brioche french toast
Garlic butter shrimp & smoked gouda grits
Bacon & sausage (pork or turkey)
Scrambled eggs
Fresh fruit
Cheese platter// assortment french and basque cheeses served with fruit compote, cornichons, fruits, crakers and bread
Patatas bravas (angry potatoes), pan fry gold yukon potatoes, served with angry sauce and chive aioli
Spanish croquets// wild mushrooms, thick béchamel dough and ham fritters, served with chive aioli
Mac and cheese fritters// cheese, crispy delisious
Empanadas// flour dough filled with cheese, spinach, black beans, served with jalapeno-cilantro sauce
Arancini// sicilian fry crispy rice balls, stuffed with fontina cheese, served with spicy marinara sauce dipping sauce
Beets and potato salad// cilantro and orange dressing, crispy corn bits (venezuela)
Country salad// arugula, grilled and asparagus, goat cheese, walnuts, beets, lemon dijon mustard vinaigrette
Caprese salad/ tomato, mozzarella di bufala. basil, balsamic glaze
Mediterranean salad// tomato, onions, black olives, peppers, pepperoncini, feta cheese, fry pita croutons
Sides (choose 2)//garlic mashed potato/ grilled polenta, arroz caldozo (spaniard risotto), israeli pearled couscous/broccolini, asparagus, / green beans/ brussel sprouts
Eggplant rolantini// tofu spinach tomato or mushroom filling, with cashew bechamel, plant base parmesan gratined
Portoloin mignon// grilled portobello mushrooms caps, topped with plant base demiglase sauce
- tofu teriyaki/ peppers, onions, bok choi, carrots, snow peas, sesame seeds
Paella// rice-saffron based dish from spain with asparagus, shitake mushrooms, eggplant, carrots, zucchini, , edamame beans, , green beans, fire roasted red pepper
Chiles rellenos // roasted stuffed poblano peppers with oaxaca cheese, pinto beans, spinach. topped with charred tomato salsa and crema (mexican)
Raspberry jam bombolini/ italian doughnut, with fruit jams, and chocolate ganache, then rolls them in sugar and spices like anise and cardamom
Flan// classic sweet and cremy latin custard. (latin)
Thai rice pudding// coconut milk, roasted coconut flakes, fresh mango
Gambas al ajillo// sizzling shrimp with garlic/sherry sauce. served with toast
Melitzanosalata// greek style fired roasted eggplant, garlic and pepper dip with grilled pita bread
Pinchos morunos// choose 1 ( beef, pork, chorizo, or chicken) skewer with mojo isleno verde
Empanada gallega// puff pastry dough filled with your choice of (spinach/cheese, beef or chicken) served with smoked paprika aioli
Chorizo en gabardina// spaniard chorizo wrapped with puff pastry and baked to golden brown delicious
Croquetas// creamy bechamel dough, breaded and deep fried. choice of serrano ham, shrimp, chorizo, shitake mushrooms. served with jalapeno aioli
Meatballs/ pork-beef, roasted pepper and manchego sauce
Butternut bisque// with pimenton croutons and honey cream fresh
Mediterranean salad// mix greens, cheery tomatoes, red onions, cucumber, kalamata olives, pepperoni, feta cheese, tzatziki dressing
Spring salad// greens, cherry tomatoes. pickle red onions, cucumber, peaches, manchego cheese. sherry vinaigrette
Kisir// turkish salad/ fine bulger wheat, chickpeas, golden raisins, almonds, medley peppers, red onions, garlic, pickles, parsley, mustard oil red wine vinaigrette
Gazpacho// andalusian chilled tomato, cucumber soup. perfect for summer season. summer season
Paella// shrimp, chicken, chorizo cook with rice in seafood-saffron broth/ roasted red peppers and sweet peas
Greek stuffed chicken// spinach, artichokes, kalamata, feta cheese with creamy lemon/dill sauce
Chicken zatar/ grilled, mediterranean flavors, lemon butter sauce
Musaka/ greek style eggplant-pasta lasagna
Sirloin/ grilled to perfection, garlic piquillo sauce
Flan// spanish custard creamy and deliciously addictive
Crema catalana// creamy custard with hints of orange peel and cinnamon, with caramelized cristal sugar on top
Lava cake// rich molten chocolate center lava
Baklava cheese cake// walnuts , and pasticcio crispy phyllo shell, with creamy citrus essent, and cheese creamy filling
Loukoumades// greek style fry donuts, almond-fig filling with rose/honey syrup
Baghrir/ moroccan yeast pancake dressed with fruit compote and butter honey syrup
Caprese salad // heirloom tomato, mozzarella, fresh basil, arugula, balsamic vinaigrette
Greek salad // feta, cherry tomatoes, kalamata, mini cucumbers, pickled onions and house balsamic vinaigrette
Lobster bisque // florida's east coast spiny lobster, mirepoix, fume, cognac vsop
Italian wedding soup // veggie stock, baby spinach, italian herbs, acini di pepe, beef meatball
Spring mix /// lettuce mesclun, cherry tomatoes, beet chips, julianne carrots, strawberry vinaigrette dressing
Raviolis // ricotta, spinach, pesto, pomodoro, grana padano, fresh basil, evoo
A la nerano // vegan zucchini pasta, evoo, basil reduction, parmesano e pecorino
Pulpo a feria // galician style octopus, evoo, spanish paprika, patatas, ajada
Capesante // pan seared sea scallops, black garlic, lemon butter reduction, dill, citrus caviar
Patatas bravas // roasted potatoes, salsa brava, sundried tomato, alioli
Bruschetta // herb whip ricotta, confit cherry tomato's, basil reduction, glazed fig balsamic
Picatta // pan seared chicken breast, pinot grigio, lemon zest sauce, artichokes, over pasta
Steak marsala // center cut beef tenderloin, marsala wine sauce, portobello, roasted potatoes, steamed veggies
All vegan risotto // wild mushroom's, grilled portobello, baby arugula, roasted cherry tomato's, squash reduction, black truffles
Scampi // garlic butter shrimp, pasta al nero di seppia, black garlic, confit cherry tomato, fresh basil reduction
Grouper // locally source, pan seared, fumet, lemon-butter reduction, parmesan risotto
Paella // classic spanish bomba rice, squid, octopus, mussels, clams, shrimp, piquillo peppers
Cannoli // ricotta & mascarpone, chocolate chips & pistachio, fresh vanilla, cinnamon oil
Tiramisu // savoiardi dipped in coffee, mascarpone, brandy, cocoa
Panna cotta // sweet corn, coconut milk, strawberry, passion fruit pearls, mango reduction
Cheesecake // lemon zest, fresh mint, wild berries, blackberry reduction
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 Altamonte Springs.
What does a private chef service include in Altamonte Springs?
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 Altamonte Springs?
The price of renting a chef in Altamonte Springs 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 110 USD to 159 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 110 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 113 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 131 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 159 USD 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 Altamonte Springs?
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 297 chefs available in Altamonte Springs. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Altamonte Springs 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 Altamonte Springs?
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 Altamonte Springs each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Altamonte Springs, 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 Altamonte Springs.
Cost of a private chef in Altamonte Springs
The cost of hiring a private chef in Altamonte Springs 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 110 USD to 159 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 110 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 113 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 131 USD
For 2 people: 159 USD.
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 Altamonte Springs!
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 Altamonte Springs?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Altamonte Springs: 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 Altamonte Springs!

Enjoy the deligth of having a Private Chef at home
Take a Chef allows you to transform your home into one of the best restaurants in town. And what's better, the entire experience is built around you. Choose the type of cuisine, choose the dates and enjoy the experience!

What is a Private Chef service experience?
The magic starts with your request. Our chefs have you and your guests as the protagonist of the night while working on a tailored menu for you. You will be deciding what and when you want to eat, you simply have to share with us your food tastes. From grocery shopping to cleaning after the service, our chefs will take care of it. All of that so you can simply sit back and enjoy it.

Try something different!
Do not hesitate and give it a try! Click on the START button and start planning your special occasion hand in hand with our chefs.






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









