Private chef in Columbus
Book one of our over 100 personal chefs in Columbus. Personalize your menu and live a restaurant-level dining experience for less than you think.
How much does a private chef cost in Columbus?
For 6 people in Columbus, a private chef costs less than dinner out.
AVERAGE PRICE · 6 GUESTS
996 USD
166 USD per guesteverything included
What's included
- Chef comes to you
- All ingredients sourced and bought
- Full meal cooked in your kitchen
- Spotless kitchen afterwards
HERE'S THE REAL BREAKDOWN
- 2 guests219USD / guest = 438 USD total
- 4 guests166USD / guest = 664 USD total
- 6 guests166USD / guest = 996 USD total
- 8 guests167USD / guest = 1,336 USD total
- 10 guests167USD / guest = 1,670 USD total
- 13+ guests154USD / guest = 2,002 USD total
How it works
Submit your request
Describe your desired menu: type of cuisine, meal preferences, and any dietary restrictions.
Craft your menu
Receive proposals and chat with personal chefs until you find the perfect one for you.
Craft your menu
Create your perfect meal: type of cuisine, number of courses, and any dietary restrictions.
Book your experience
Once you're satisfied with your chef and menu, close the deal with your payment.
Enjoy the experience!
Send the invites and put your decorations up. Your private chef experience is around the corner.
Hire a chef
Submit your request and start chatting with our private chefs
69 personal chefs in Columbus
Learn more about our Columbus, Ohio, personal chefs
More than 21,500 guests have enjoyed a Take a Chef experience
4.62 Chef
Guests like you have given our private chefs in Columbus a 4.62 score.
4.83 Food quality
Private chefs in Columbus have earned a 4.83 for their menus.
4.78 Presentation
Our chefs understand that looks are just as important as flavor. Dish presentation in Columbus scored 4.78.
4.77 Cleaningness
With an emphasis on tidiness, post-event cleanup by our private chefs earned a 4.77.
Hire a private chef in Columbus
Over 21,518 guests have welcomed our private chefs in Columbus, Ohio, into their homes since December. Customize every detail of your experience and find out what they have loved about our personal chef services.
Enjoy classical farm-to-table Midwestern meals, or be bold and try new flavors to expand your palate. Maybe Ethiopian? or Caribbean? You decide! With our in-home chefs in Columbus, Ohio, giving your guests an unforgettable celebration has never been easier.
Get menu quotes designed by our personal chefs, visit their profiles, and chat directly with them until you find the right one for your dinner party or celebration. Find what our over 69 private chefs in Columbus can do with a wallet-friendly budget.
Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most frequently asked questions about our private chefs in Columbus.
When you book a private chef service in Columbus, our chefs will take care of everything from menu planning and grocery shopping to cooking and serving the table at your home. Post-experience clean-up is also included. chefs might prepare a mise en place before they arrive to ensure a seamless cooking experience. Tableware and glassware are not part of your booking. Tipping is for each guest to decide.
Columbus, Ohio, personal chef services cost can vary depending on group size. For groups of 13 or more guests, the average price is 154 USD per person. The average rate for 7 to 12 people is 167 USD per guest; for groups of 3 to 6 people, 166 USD per person. And for couples, the average price is 219 USD per person. Prices may vary due to season, location, or last-minute bookings.
To book your private chef in Columbus, start by picking the date and number of guests for your experience. Then, share your food preferences, allergies, and a few kitchen details. You will get three customized quotes in minutes from our top chefs available on the day of your event. Check their profiles, along with photos of their dishes. Chat with them about any changes or questions. Pick your preferred chef and menu, and finish your booking with your payment to get your chef's contact information.
Sooner is better, but the process itself is fast: you send one request and the chefs available on your date reply with menu proposals, usually within hours rather than days.
Two weeks is comfortable for most dates in Columbus. For a Saturday, a holiday week or anything in December, more notice means more chefs free to answer and more proposals to compare. Last-minute is still worth trying — if a chef is free that evening they will answer — but you will have fewer options and prices can move. Send the request as soon as you have a date, even if the menu and the headcount are not final; those are settled with the chef in the chat afterwards.
There are 69 chefs available in Columbus right now. Fill out the form and the ones free on your date will send you menu proposals to compare.
No, there is no set maximum number of guests for a private chef experience in Columbus. However, our services are typically for intimate gatherings with friends or family at homes with limited space for cooking and sitting. So, even though there's not a strict limit, groups generally don't exceed 15 people.
Yes. On the day of your experience, the private chef you pick will go grocery shopping for fresh ingredients and prepare the menu you crafted right in your kitchen. If any part of the meal requires complex work or specific tools, your private chef in Seattle may prepare a few things before arriving at your place.
We highly recommend it! This can be an interactive experience if you want it to be. Make the most out of your chef service by asking questions to your chef, and even picking up new tricks for your own cooking!
Fresh ingredients are one of the top priorities of professional cooking. Each of our private chefs in Columbus is committed to providing you and your guests with the same food quality and service standards you would get at any restaurant, but with the advantage of personalized treatment and for a fraction of the price. After customizing your menu, the chef will purchase what they need to make it come true.
No, drinks are not part of your private chef experience, but you can add beverages to match your meal as an "extra" when planning your menu with your chef.
Each guest can choose how much to tip their private chef. On average, based on tips given by 21,518 guests in Columbus, tips usually are 14.72% of the total cost of the private chef experience.
Your home, your menu
An in-home chef in Columbus, Ohio, will take your preferences and craft a menu that suits your needs. Get proposals and customize them until they're perfect for you.
Key information about private chefs in Columbus
Learn more about the private chef experience in Columbus
Our Columbus personal chefs have an average age of 40, that's a lot of experience!
65% of our Columbus private chefs are women.
Just 4 hours to receive your first menu proposals.
Our first personal chef experience in Columbus was booked on 2017-12-20.
22.3% of our private chef services offer kids' menus.
One guest has booked the same private chef in Denver 20 times.
Private chef service requests have increased by 28% in the last 12 months.
Our personal chefs can speak up to 4 languages.
More than 57.7% of our guests hire a private chef in Columbus more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a chef for 3 days in Columbus.
467 pictures from Columbus's personal chef experiences have been uploaded to the site.
It takes 2 days from submitting your request to booking a personal chef.
How many private chef services are booked in Columbus each month?
Personal chef reservations vary depending on the location and season. Destinations like Columbus have a demand for private chefs that may differ monthly. The chart above shows more.
Hiring a private chef in Columbus is a great idea for holiday parties, birthday celebrations, or spending quality time with friends and family. However, remember that prices can go up with demand. We suggest booking early, so secure your chef now!
How much does a private chef cost in Columbus?
The number of guests at your table modifies the cost of your private chef experience in Columbus. On average:
- 13 or more people bookings go for 154 USD
- 7 to 12 people bookings go for 167 USD
- 3 to 6 people bookings go for 166 USD
- 2 people bookings go for 219 USD
In addition to group size, seasonality can influence the cost of your personal chef service in Columbus. Check the chart above for details on prices month to month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Columbus?
The top six types of cuisine in Columbus are:
1. Mediterranean
2. Italian
3. French
4. Japanese
5. Mexican
6. Latin American
The single most requested in all of Columbus are Chef's special cuisine menus. You can trust our chefs to design a menu just for you!
Our personal chefs customize their menu proposals to accommodate dietary needs and food allergies and offer innovative options. Submit your request to experience the unique culinary creations our chefs can craft for you.
Increased comfort, reduced cost
With just a fraction of what a restaurant bill would cost, you can bring one of our private chefs into your home to cook up a menu to satisfy all your cravings. You can join them in the cooking and feel like you're part of an interactive show, or give them space and let them surprise you with the final product while you host the party of the year in your home. The beauty of hiring a personal chef in Columbus is that you can decide what goes on the menu and how you enjoy it!
With just a few clicks, you can submit your request and start getting menu proposals from our three top-ranked chefs available on the day of your event. There is no commitment until you choose who will be your chef and have a menu you're happy with.
A private chef for every occassion
With 100 personal chefs in Columbus, we are certain that you can find one with the skills to make your dream meal a reality.
Is your event a formal reunion? Get yourself a chef with a similar background. Are you inviting a large group? Ask your personal chef what they can do with your budget. Holiday parties, family gatherings, and even Fourth of July celebrations are perfect opportunities to treat yourself and your guests to the private chef experience.
Turn your home into a restaurant
Take a Chef is more than just a private chef agency. We're passionate about giving you the freedom to connect with loved ones while your favorite dishes are prepared in your kitchen. Our chefs even take care of cleaning up before your service is done. Relax and enjoy an interactive cooking experience in the comfort of your home.
Meet our personal chefs in Columbus, Ohio
Each private chef in Columbus brings their personal touch to your celebration. Share the details of your event with our chefs and get their ideas for a menu that fits your taste and budget.
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