Private Chef in Butte County
Rent one of our 12 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Butte County
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Butte County in July 2018, more than 12 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Butte County and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Butte County.
Starting in 2018, 107,794 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Butte County. To book your chef in Butte County, 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 29,952 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 65,629 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.71 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 107,794 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Butte County usually book menus around 179 USD per person, including 3.91 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 Butte County.












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.
12 Private Chefs in Butte County
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More than 107,700 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.48 Chef
The guests in Butte County have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.48.
4.78 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Butte County received an average score of 4.78.
4.69 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.69 average score.
4.77 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Butte County has been scored with a 4.77 on average.
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29,952 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Butte County
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Grilled crostini rubbed with garlic with fresh tomato, burrata cheese and basil
Or stuffed portobello mushroom
Cheese and charcuterie with fresh fruit and assorted crackers (some gf)
Baked brie en croute with honey, apricots and slivered almonds
Italian tartine appetizers (bread slices topped with caramelized onion, fig and proscuitto, blue cheese/ricotta with candied orange, eggplant caponata with anchovies, etc)
Onion and blue cheese tart with fig/honey drizzle
Field greens topped with roasted rainbow beets with shaved fennel, green onions, toasted pine nuts and oregano infused vinaigrette
Or english pea and fresh mint soup (cold)
Field greens and arugula tossed with vinaigrette and topped with orange segments, shaved fennel, pickled red onion and shaved parmesan
Grilled ribeye sliced and served with chimichurri, roasted rosemary potatoes and vegetables
Salmon with sumac and orange, pilaf and asparagus
Seared duck breasts sliced and served with thyme-infused tart cherry glaze, wild rice polenta and vegetable
Seared sea bass with lemon brown butter sauce, mushroom risotto and vegetable
Center cut pork chops with grilled peaches and caramelized onion, corn timbales and vegetable
Wine-poached pear with whipped cream and berries
Or ginger pear tart on puff pastry with vanilla gelato
Berry crisp with vanilla gelato
Italian tartine appetizers (bread slices topped with caramelized onion, fig and proscuitto, blue cheese/ricotta with candied orange, eggplant caponata with capers and anchovies, etc)
Arranchini with marinara dip
Ahi or hamachi crudo in spoons
Antipasto bites with fresh tortellini
Tomato bruschetta on fresh baked crostini
Cesasar salad
Beef ribeye served tuscan style with roasted rosemary potatoes and mixed grilled vegetables
Pizza margarita
Pizza with white sauce, prosciutto and fresh arrugula
Vanilla panna cotta with fresh fruit in season
Tiramisu
Granita with amaretti cookies
Authentic italian rice pudding with berries
California style pizzetta with fresh mozzarella , artichoke, tomato and basil, marinara sauce
Baked chicken sausage stuffed mushrooms, charred tomato sauce
Minestrone soup with seasonal vegetables
Tuscan style panzanella salad with baby gem lettuces, prosciutto, tomato, red onion, basil vinaigrette
Italian style chopped salad, romaine, arugula, tomato, sweet peppers, chick peas, olives, pepperacini
Chicken cacciatore with creamy polenta and swiss chard
Risi bisi: "rice and peas" grilled colossal shrimp rissotto with peas parmigiano reggiano
Grilled flank steak "tagliata" with napa valley herb chimichurri sauce - potato vegetable hash
Classic bolognese sauce with pappardelle pasta and wilted spinach, garlic bread
Tiramisu with dark chocolate sauce and fresh berries
Salad corte madera with avocado, tomato, cured olives, napa cabbage, grilled cebollita and house dressing
Authentic sofrito black beans with jasmine rice
Corn tortillas hecho a mano (by hand from scratch)
Grilled herbed sweet peppers and cebollitas
Real deal thin sliced beef tri tip roast coastal style with salsa cruda
Citrus marinated free range chicken grilled a la plancha
Striped sea bass la paz - with garlic, oregano, myer lemon, jalapeños and olive oil
Loganiza gutamalteca - guatamalan pork sausage with farm cheese and herbs
Bananas foster bread pudding with creme fraiche
Ahi tuna tare tare with a hint of sriracha and wasabi served over crispy sesame rice crackers
Shrimp ceviche with fresh made tortilla chips
Carmelized onion and garlic creamy mashed potatoes
Smashed oven roasted fingerling potatoes with basil oil
Charred romaine heart ceasar salad
Jumbo garlic butter shrimp
4oz lobster tail
Reverse seared butter basted new york strip topped with a vibrant chimichurri
Classic creme brulee
Pizookie with scratch vanilla bean ice cream
Smoked salmon on crostini with chive and onion infused cream cheese
Goat cheese and crispy prosciutto salad with maple rosemary vinaigrette
Carmelized onion and garlic creamy mashed potatoes
Beef wellington with demi glaze sauce
Sticky toffee pudding
Heirloom tomato salad with aged vinegars & extra virgin olive oil with fresh cheese and mixed basil pistou
Farm lettuces with marinated onions and smashed cucumbers, sheep's milk feta & herb dressing
Kale & romaine ceasar salad with toasted brioche, white anchovies, parmesan & cured egg yolk
Asparagus arancini, carnaroli rice, fontina cheese wild leek flowers, fried crispy served with minted pistou & preserved lemon
Fried agnolotti filled with ricotta & spinach tossed with peppercorn brown butter & pecorino romano, with a tomato conserva sauce
Artisan pizzas, various toppings and sauces, i make the dough from scratch then & toss & cook on site a pizza oven is a huge plus but i can cook out of a home oven as well
Risotto with oak roasted wild mushrooms, shallot & garlic confit, carnaroli rice, with parmesan foam & chive oil
Spaghetti alla carbonara, english peas, sous vide egg, pecorino romano & estero gold reserve with black peppercorn butter & lardons
"cacio e pepe" fresh handmade pasta, pecorino romano, lampong black peppercorn toasted in cultured butter
Potato gnocchi, miners lettuce, asparagus, green garlic, garden herbs & toasted black peppercorn butter
"os a moelle" roasted grass fed bone marrow with roasted figs, shallot & pomegranate, local bread & sauce bordelaise
Bluefin tuna crudo, extra virgin olive oil, preserved lemon & an umami nage
Bistecca alla fiorentina, dry aged porterhouse, creamy polenta, roasted vegetables and toasted coriander chimichurri
Artisan pizzas, various classic and seasonal toppings and sauces, any decent home oven will work but an outdoor pizza oven would be a bonus
Oso bucco, braised veal or lamb shank, with roasted mushroom jus and preserved lemon gremolata with creamy polenta
Veal saltimbocca, veal and prosciutto layered with sage and sauteed in lemon caper brown butter served with potato skordalia & tomato confit
Chicken piccata, pounded chicken sauteed with lemons & capers served with mashed potatoes & tomato confit
Fillet of branzino, with tomato confit, nicoise olvies, braised fennel & preserved lemon/white wine broth with olive oil potato puree
Chicken marsala, sauteed with local mushrooms & cipollini onions dry marsala wine served with lacinato kale & young potato ragout
Oak roasted mushroom lasagna, with a fungi bechamel, gruyere & parmesan layered with mushroom duxelle served with walnut/kale pistou & greens
Creme fraiche panna cotta with citrus and cultured butter sables
Caramelized meyer lemon tart with aged balsamic and lavender mousse
Grand mariner dark chocolate truffles with warm toasted italian meringue & crispy spiced brown butter lace dentelle
Scratch tiramisu, ladyfingers, espresso, aged rum & italian amaro, marscapone mousse, with warm toasted italian meringue with shaved chocolate
Dark chocolate cake layered with chocolate mousse with rum & tonka bean buttercream & sea salt caramel
Meyer lemon cheesecake, biscoff & muscovado sugar crust, with meyer lemon curd & toasted italian meringue
"os a moelle" roasted grass fed bone marrow encrusted with herb & garlic confit pistou with pecorino romano & roasted walnut, local bread & sauce bordelaise
Oysters raw & “rockefeller” brunoise of fennel & alliums with creamed spinach & prosciutto breadcrumbs
Steak tartare, local beef, capers, red onion, aged vinegars, ishiri & olive oil, sous vide & cured egg yolk, horseradish creme & pickled vegetables served with crostini
Seasonal flatbread handmade dough, tomato reduction, guanciale, parmesan & fresh arugula (example)
Oak roasted mushroom salad, sesame, walnut & shallot confit with salt blanched lacinato kale & sage blossom shrub
Farm lettuces with marinated onions & market spring vegetables with sheep's milk feta & preserved lemon and garden herb vinaigrette
Charcuterie & cheese board display bacon wrapped country pate, foie blond liver mousse & salumi with local cheese selections served with mustard, local fruit, pickled vegetables & other accouterments with crostini & gougeres (counts as both selections)
Mushroom stuffed mushrooms, crimini caps, roasted with a chanterelle, allium & goat cheese filling served with local greens
Asparagus arancini, carnaroli rice, fontina cheese wild leek flowers, fried crispy served with minted pistou & preserved lemon
Romaine & kale caesar salad with coddled egg caesar dressing, anchovy, cured egg yolk, torn country batard crutons & shaved parmesan
Heirloom tomato & stone fruit salad with aged vinegars & extra virgin olive oil with fresh cheese and mixed basil pistou & preserved lemon (late june-oct)
Bluefin tuna tartare, cucumber, avocado, fennel, with herb & avocado mousse, shoyu & extra virgin olive oil with dehydrated citrus chips
Fried agnolotti pasta, filled with ricotta & spinach tossed with peppercorn brown butter & pecorino romano, with a tomato conserva sauce
Sous vide & charred pork belly, caramelized citrus, sesame soy glaze with aged banyuls vinegar & pickled mustard seed
Farmer's market spring risotto, english peas, asparagus & sweet corn with carnaroli rice, parmesan & garden herb pistou
Oak roasted mushroom risotto with allium confit, carnaroli rice, roasted hazlenut & kale pistou (vegan)
Moules marinière, mediterranean mussels steamed with white wine, garlic, shallots, fines herbs & white wine served with aioli & grilled bread
Blistered asparagus filled agnolotti del plin pasta pistou of garden herbs, walnut, garlic confit & wilted farm greens with black peppercorn, extra virgin olive oil & shaved pecorino romano
Red kuri squash angolotti de plin pasta, with estero gold reserve cheese, sage & peppercorn brown butter, pistou & wilted farm greens
Cacio e pepe, fresh handmade calendula & cocoa pastas with pecorino romano, cultured butter & toasted black peppercorn (pasta made on site)
Oak roasted mushroom salad, black vinegar, walnut & shallot confit with salt blanched lacinato kale & wild allium blossom shrub
Seared day boat scallop with charred stonefruit vinaigrette, fresh corn polenta & vanilla sea salt
Boeuf wellington, sous vide beef tenderloin, foie blonde, oak roasted mushroom duxelles, jambon de bayonne & crispy puff pastry ($25 per person suppplement)
Quinoa & blistered asparagus salad with roasted walnuts, citrus vinaigrette, garden herbs & extra virgin olive oil (vegan)
Liberty farms sous-vide “peking” duck daikon & carrot salad with salted fennel with roasted wild mushroom, shallot & cabbage with an ishiri shoyu & hoisin gastrique served with mandarin crepes
Buttermilk fried chicken, brined & cooked sous-vide before frying to crispy perfection, served with belgian candy cap liege waffles, cultured butter with maldon sea salt & maple syrup
Snake river farms wagyu steak, citrus & garlic potato skordalia, with blistered asparagus & roulette peppers with a preserved lemon & herb chermoula with smoked sea salt
Seared salmon with warm spring vegetable & roasted mushroom salad with balsamic brown butter
Dry aged cote de boeuf, with blistered asparagus & roulette peppers, potato skordalia, umami salsa verte & smoked sea salt
Whole black cod experience, charred miso, steamed & smoked with root vegetable soubise, aromatic umami nage, sorrel, basils & nasturtium
Pacific halibut, encrusted with hazelnut compound butter, asparagus & mushroom ragout with herb & citrus salad
West coast bluefin tuna, spice encrusted & seared with fennel soubise, sweet italian frying peppers & a stonefruit fennel pollen shrub
Humboldt grassfed pichana steak, grilled sweet corn & heirloom peppers with an anchovy & preserved lemon chimichurri
Pacific bourride, french seafood stew with local cod, mussels, clams & prawns in a saffron broth that is emulsified with garlic aioli served with toasted baguette
Scratch tiramisu, ladyfingers, espresso, aged rum & italian amaro, marscapone mousse & italian amaro with warm toasted italian meringue with shaved chocolate
Chocolate & pistachio praline tart, cultured butter shortbread, ganache, warm toasted italian meringue & salted pistachio caramel
"croquembouche", beignets de carnival tossed in sugars & spices, with dark chocolate ganache, torched italian meringue all encased in spun caramel tableside
Meyer lemon cheesecake, biscoff & muscovado sugar crust, with meyer lemon curd & toasted italian meringue
Saddened chocolate cake with candy cap ice cream, salted caramel, chantilly creme & cinnamon
"croquembouche", beignets de carnival tossed in sugars & spices with caramelized dry creek peaches, torched italian meringue all encased in spun caramel tableside
Caramelized dry creek peach, tart tatin, spiced caramel, vanilla bean sea salt, cultured butter pate brisee & creme fraiche mousse (made on-site)
Dry creek peach galettes, with cinnamon walnut frangipane, chantilly creme & a blitz puff pastry crust with handmade ice cream
Strawberry shortcake, coconut & cardamon spiced mamahri doughnuts, fresh local strawberries macerated with bourbon served with coconut mousse (vegan)
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 Butte County.
What does a private chef service include in Butte County?
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 Butte County?
The price of renting a chef in Butte County 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 163 USD to 327 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 163 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 178 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 112 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 327 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 Butte County?
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 12 chefs available in Butte County. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Butte County 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 Butte County?
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 Butte County each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Butte County, 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 Butte County.
Cost of a private chef in Butte County
The cost of hiring a private chef in Butte County 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 163 USD to 327 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 163 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 178 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 112 USD
For 2 people: 327 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.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Butte County?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Butte County: 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 Butte County!






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









