Private Chef in Denver
Hire one of our 330 personal Chefs to customize and prepare a menu just for you in the comfort of your home.





















Hire a personal chef in Denver
Treat you and your guests to a unique dining experience with one of our private Chefs. Bring world-class cooking to your table and lift any breakfast, lunch, or dinner party to the next level.
Since 2017, over 583 people have enjoyed a personal Chef in Denver, CO, with Take a Chef. Customize your menu to fit your taste and budget, join in on the cooking, or spend quality time with your guests.
Get menu proposals from our private Chefs, review their profiles, and chat directly with them until you find the right one for you. Welcome one of our 330 personal Chefs in Denver, Colorado.












How it works
Send your request
Tell us everything about your event, desired menu, date, and budget. No commitment!
Craft your menu
Our chefs will create customized menus just for your celebration. Pick and customize the perfect one.
Chat with Chefs
Talk to our private Chefs until you find your perfect match.
Book your Chef
Satisfied with your menu? Then, complete your request with your payment.
Enjoy!
Open your home to your private Chef and live the experience surrounded by your loved ones.
Find your Chef
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500 guests have enjoyed a Take a Chef experience
4.57 Chef
Guests have graded their private Chef experience in Denver with a 4.57.
5 Food quality
Menus crafted by our personal Chefs in Denver, Colorado, have scored 5.
5 Presentation
Platting and serving by our personal Chefs have earned a solid 5.
5 Cleanup
Your Chef experience is not done with your food. Post-service clean-up has scored a 5.
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282 menus personalized by our personal chefs in Denver
Book a Chef in Denver and find a new way to celebrate.








Chorizo stuffed dates - caramelized bacon, romesco sauce
Cantaloupe and prosciutto bites - marinated mozzarella, basil, balsamic vinaigrette
Handmade rosemary focaccia - sun dried tomatoes, garlic butter
Savory bruschetta - baguette toast, marinated heirloom tomatoes, balsamic reduction, parsley, basil
Tomato tartlet - crispy puff pastry, marinated tomatoes, shallots, parmesan
Italian beef meatballs - tomato beef sauce, giardinera, mozzarella
Herbed burrata salad - arugula, spinach, prosciutto, marinated tomatoes, dried cranberries, basil, balsamic glaze
Heirloom tomato medley panzanella - baguette, romaine, red onion, toasted almonds, tarragon vinaigrette
Classic caesar salad - baby romaine, garlic croutons, parmesan crisp, tangy caesar dressing
Roasted beet salad - spinach, charred oranges, dill, candied walnuts, herbed goat cheese
Italian seared red snapper - kalamata olive tapenade, cherry tomatoes, capers, gorgonzola polenta
Chicken a la arrabbiata - braised chicken leg, smoked gouda polenta, fresno chiles, fire roasted tomato, crispy onion
Fines herbes and garlic chicken breast - marinated farm raised chicken breast, havarti risotto, walnuts, seared brussels sprouts, lemon
Seared duck breast - boursin risotto, candied pistachios, roasted parsnips, black currant jus
Colorado bison lasagna - fire roasted tomato sauce, ricotta, fresh basil
Colorado grass fed striploin - red pepper potato gnocchi, kale pesto, wild mushroom ragout, beef jus
Fig stuffed duroc pork loin - butternut squash spaetzel, pickled apple, spinach, roasted walnut
Colorado lamb ravioli - ricotta, basil and mint pesto, glazed parsnips, pistachio crumble, parmesan
Chocolate lava cake - raspberry jam, chocolate cookie crumb, creme chantilly, caramelized white chocolate
Dark chocolate mousse tart - chocolate cookie crust, strawberry jam, candied orange rind, chocolate ice cream
Tiramisu eclairs - pate a choux, espresso mascarpone pastry cream, chocolate mirror glaze, white chocolate crumble
Vanilla pavlova - baked meringue, creme anglaise, pickled blueberries, spun sugar
Pumpkin spice latte cheesecake - espresso ganache, caramel apples, chai cookie crumble, espresso whipped cream
Blueberry pie panna cotta - spiced blueberry compote, crispy puff pastry, lemon confit
Fresh eggplant parmesan fritters, aged parmesan, fire roasted tomato puree, micro arugula
Pesto artichoke olive stuffed mushrooms, asparagus, roasted garlic, capers, garbanzo beans, couscous, parsley
Chicken parmesan, fire-roasted marinara, shaved parmesan, fried basil pesto, organic pasta
Mini blood orange panna cotta with oven dried mango and crumbled bacon chocolate bark
Beef tenderloin crostini, caramelized onion, horseradish sauce
Pistachio crusted sea scallop w/ honey bourbon butter
Pesto arancini - fried risotto stuffed with fresh pesto and mozzarella
Baked brie w/ grilled bread- cranberry pomegranate compote, orange zest, rosemary, marcona almonds
Bison bleu sliders w/ caramelized onion, blackberry jalapeno bacon
Bacon wrapped shrimp & honey jalapeño glaze
Grilled lobster lollipops w/ lemon & red chili butter & brioche rolls
Citrus salad- orange, blood orange, grapefruit salad- pomegranate, almonds, shallot and cardamom vinaigrette
Arugula salad w/ crisp pancetta, sautéed grapes, parmigiano reggiano and champagne vinaigrette
French onion soup and topped with fresh sourdough and broiled gruyere cheese
Wedge salad - crumbled bacon, chopped tomato, chives, and smokehouse blue cheese dressing
Herb crusted rack of lamb w/ white balsamic pomegranate reduction - roasted garlic mashed potatoes - maple dijon roasted carrots
Prime center cut beef fillet w/ compound butter/ duck fat rosemary roasted potatoes/ asparagus
Braised beef short rib w madeira sauce - garlic mashed potatoes - maple dijon carrots
Pappardelle pasta & gremolata spiced king crab & broccolini
Almond crusted halibut- seared fennel & arugula salad & fingerling potatoes
Dessert mini assortment (vanilla bean creme brûlée , raspberry toasted meringue trifle, chocolate mousse)
Heirloom beet & palisade peach salad
Colorado river steelhead trout
Bison ribeye steak with horseradish crostini
Roasted fingerling potatoes with rosemary & garlic
Charred broccolini or asparagus
Homemade sorbet w/ fresh local berries
Charcuterie (3 meats + 3 cheeses + fruit + nuts) – a high-quality selection of premium meats and cheeses 🧀🍖
Beef tartare – a refined, delicately seasoned raw beef dish with traditional accompaniments 🥩
Caprese bruschetta – a fresh and elevated italian-inspired starter 🍅🥖
Seared scallop beurre blanc – a delicate scallop dish in a french-style butter sauce 🦪🍷
Roast butternut squash soup – a rich, roasted soup with warming seasonal spices 🍂
Seasonal salad (basil vinaigrette, seasonal fruit, greens, dressing made in person) – a chef’s tableside-prepared salad 🥗
Seared rack of lamb (2) with mushroom risotto, brussels & butter braised carrots – a gourmet lamb dish with a creamy risotto 🍖
Prime fillet with risotto, brussels & butter braised carrots – a tender, luxurious steak served with buttery risotto 🥩
Stealhead trout with risotto, brussels & butter braised carrots – a delicate, perfectly seared trout dish 🐟
Captain morgan apples with spiced rice pudding – warm and comforting with deep spice flavors 🍏🍚
Chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream – a molten chocolate delight with creamy vanilla ice cream 🍫🍨
Crème brûlée – a classic and elegant french dessert 🍮
Lamb lollipops, chimichurri, roasted garlic, pimento, feta
Sweet potato and chorizo bites, yams, chorizo, lime crema, herbs, pickled onion, jalapeno balsamic
Seasonal caprese salad, riced cauliflower, heirloom tomatoes, basil and balsamic chimichurri, arugula, fried parsnips
Chimichurri glazed filet, spiced sweet potato, smoked meyer lemon honey glaze, truffle cream, asparagus rissoto
Mini blood orange panna cotta cones with oven dried mango and crumbled bacon chocolate bark
Gougere bites - pate a choux dough, smoked gruyère cheese sauce, paprika
Caramelized onion tart - pickled apple, gorgonzola, herb salad
Heirloom tomato tartlet - crispy puff pastry, marinated tomatoes, shallots, parmesan
Colorado beef tartare - local raw sirloin steak, capers, shallots, herb salad, egg yolk, dijon aioli
Smoked salmon toast - seeded wheat, creme fraiche, salmon roe, preserved lemons, dill
Wild mushroom toast - confit wild mushrooms, onions, arugula, whole grain toast, balsamic vinaigrette
Chorizo stuffed dates - caramelized bacon, romesco sauce
Aburi salmon oshizushi - pressed sushi, torched salmon, jalapeno hoisin, crispy shallots
Barbecued octopus - persimmon bbq, pickled pearl onions, charred oranges, whole grain mustard aioli
Chicken liver mousse - toasted brioche, cherry jam, brown buttered hazelnuts, cognac
Charcuterie board -chefs selection of local cured meats and cheeses, cornichons, cherry jam, sea salt crackers
Gorgonzola salad - butter lettuce, pickled apple, red grapes, candied walnuts, sherry vinaigrette
Lyonnaise salad - escarole, frisée, bacon, poached egg, bacon vinaigrette
Roasted beet salad - spinach, charred oranges, dill, candied walnuts, herbed goat cheese
Herbed burrata salad - arugula, spinach, prosciutto, marinated tomatoes, dried cranberries, basil, balsamic glaze
Classic caesar salad - baby romaine, garlic croutons, parmesan crisp, tangy caesar dressing
Seared atlantic salmon - braised fennel, garlic, crispy shallots, tarragon beurre blanc
Seared scallops - roasted butternut squash and bok choy, tarragon, parsley, dill, lemon beurre blanc
Chicken confit cassoulet - confit chicken legs, great northern beans, mirepoix, rosemary, thyme, crispy bacon
Farm raised chicken roulade - collard greens, crispy bacon, charred brussels sprouts, and whole grain mustard sauce
Colorado filet mignon - parmesan potato pavé, roasted eggplant, herb butter, parmesan cream
Colorado grass fed striploin - red pepper potato gnocchi, kale pesto, wild mushroom ragout, beef jus
Colorado ribeye - sauteed wild mushrooms, potato fondant, cabernet jus, caramelized onions
Seared duck breast - boursin risotto, candied pistachios, roasted parsnips, black currant jus
Spiced duck confit - chicken liver patè, corn and scallion ragout, sweet potato puree, pancetta
Colorado lamb ravioli - ricotta, basil and mint pesto, glazed carrots, pistachio crumble, parmesan
Thai green curry - argentinian shrimp, coconut milk, sweet potatoes, eggplant, cilantro, ginger, lemongrass, jasmine rice
Merlot braised colorado shortrib ragú - tagliatelle, fire roasted tomatoes, eggplant, mirepoix, parmesan crisp
Fig stuffed duroc pork loin - butternut squash spaetzel, pickled apple, spinach, roasted walnut
Classic chocolate lava cake - raspberry jam, chocolate cookie crumb, creme chantilly, caramelized white chocolate
Dark chocolate mousse tart - chocolate cookie crust, strawberry jam, candied orange rind, chocolate ice cream
Tropical parfait - almond cake, banana bavarois, caramelized pineapple, lime segments, cinnamon tuile
Pumpkin spice latte cheesecake - espresso ganache, caramel apples, chai cookie crumble, espresso whipped cream
Coffee and hazelnut eclairs - coffee pastry cream, coffee icing, candied hazelnuts
Blueberry pie panna cotta - spiced blueberry compote, crispy puff pastry, lemon confit
Caramelized banana tiramisu - espresso soaked ladyfingers, dark chocolate ganache, banana mousse, toasted vanilla meringue, caramelized banana slices
Butternut squash & black bean mini tacos with homemade colorado corn tortillas
Prosciutto-wrapped asparagus and chives
Grilled palisade peaches and plums with mozzarella and balsamic drizzle
Hot pink beet hummus with rainbow crudités
Pulled-chicken stuffed jalapeños
Creamy coconut mushroom soup
Arugula, palisade peach & basil salad with sheep feta and poppy seed-citrus vinaigrette
Basket woven dill asparagus with crisp romaine gem wedge, seared lemons, seared lemon vinaigrette and savory pumpkin seed brittle
Bison medallion, colorado 3-bean chili, braised greens
Herb-marinaded steak slices, mashed purple sweet potato, garlic charred baby broccoli, chimichurri
Trout en papillote (rainbow trout cooked in parchment with shallot butter), caramelized fennel and herbs, potato stack au gratin
Lamb chop with red wine-strawberry pan sauce, vegetable pearl couscous, roasted cauliflower
Mini peach galette with amaretto cream
Mini colorado cantaloupe bread bundt cake with praline caramel
Colorado pear & apple puff pastry turnover with cacao drizzle
Your home, your menu
Denver has a lot to offer when it comes to fine dining, from Beckon to The Wolf's Tailor. But with Take a Chef, you can have the same quality and expertise in the comfort of your home.








Frequently asked questions about our personal chef service in Denver
Below, you can find the most frequently asked questions about our private chefs in Denver.
What does a private chef service include in Denver?
The private chef experience in Denver covers menu planning, grocery shopping, cooking in your kitchen, serving the meals, and cleaning up. Remember that tableware and glassware are not included; tipping is for each guest to decide.
How much does a personal chef cost in Denver?
Denver chef services costs vary depending on group size. For groups of 13 or more guests, the average price is 159 USD per person. The average rate for 7 to 10 people is 159 USD per person; for groups of 3 to 6 people, 228 USD per person. And for couples, the price average is 199 USD per person. Prices may vary due to season, location, or last-minute bookings.
How can I hire a private chef in Denver?
To book your private chef in Denver, start by selecting the date and number of guests for your experience. Then, share your food preferences, food allergies, and kitchen details. You will receive three personalized proposals. You can check the profiles of the chefs, along with photos of their dishes. Chat with the chefs about any adjustments or questions. Pick your preferred chef and menu, and finish your booking with your payment to get your chef's contact information.
How can I find a private chef in Denver?
We have more than 300 of the best personal chefs in Denver at your disposal; just submit your request to receive menu proposals from the top 3 chefs available on your event date. Visit their profiles, chat with them to customize your menu, and choose your chef. If you're not satisfied, we'll keep sending you more chefs until you find the right one.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef experience in Denver?
There's not a maximum number. However, private chef services are usually intimate, small gatherings with friends or family, often hosted in the guests' homes. While there isn't a set limit, groups generally don't exceed 15 people.
Does the private chef cook at my house?
Yes. On the day of your experience, the private chef of your choice will buy fresh ingredients and cook the menu you crafted in your kitchen. Depending on the complexity of the menu or the compatibility of your kitchen battery, your personal chef can prepare a mise en place before arriving at your home for a seamless cooking experience.
Can I cook along with the personal chef?
We highly recommend it! This can be a totally interactive experience if you want it to be. Enjoy your chef service to the fullest by asking questions to your chef and even learning a few new tricks from them!
Are the ingredients for a private chef service fresh?
Yes, private chefs are committed to the highest food quality and always use fresh ingredients. Your chef will use their expertise and personal suppliers to get the best ingredients to make your menu come to life.
Are drinks included in a private chef service?
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.
How much should I tip a private chef in Denver?
Each guest can decide on how much to tip their private chef. On average, based on tips given by 583 Denver guests like you, tips go for 14,72% of the total cost of the private chef experience.
Key information about private chefs in Denver
Find out more about what private chefs in Denver can do for you.
Our private chefs in Denver, CO, have an average age of 42, bringing a lot of cooking experience.
43% of our chefs in Denver are women.
It takes only 4 hours from your request to get the first menu.
Our first personal chef experience in Denver, CO, was booked on 2017-03-16.
25.6% of our personal chef services in Denver include kids.
One guest has booked the same private chef in Denver 18 times.
42% increase in the number of private chef bookings in Denver in the last year.
Our personal chefs can speak up to 3 languages.
More than 52.6% of our guests hire a private chef in Denver more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a chef for 5 days in Denver.
We’ve uploaded over 2,549 pictures of our Denver personal chef experiences.
On average, it takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal chef.
How many private chef services are booked in Denver each month?
Demand for private chef services in Denver, CO, can vary with the seasons. See the table above for more information on the monthly number of reservations for personal chefs.
Any month is a great time to enjoy a private chef service in the comfort of your home. However, last-minute reservations may come at a higher price. Step ahead and plan a private chef dinner party in Denver for your next special occasion.
How much does a private chef cost in Denver?
The cost of hiring a private chef varies by guest count. Prices range from 159 USD to 199 USD per person. For groups of 13 or more: 159 USD. For 7 to 12 guests: 159 USD. For 3 to 6 guests: 228 USD. For two guests: 199 USD. Ready to book? Enjoy a unique dining experience at an in-home chef dinner party in Denver.
In addition to group size, seasonality can influence the cost of your personal chef service in Denver. Check the chart above for details on prices month to month.
How many private chefs sign up in Denver each month?
We've been in the Denver private chef scene for years, giving the best local chefs a chance to shine. Our team of professional chefs continues to grow every month.
We add 2 new personal chefs each month. Our team reviews their profiles and classifies them on a daily basis to ensure you can always find fresh and exciting options.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Denver?
The top six types of cuisine in Denver are:
Mediterranean
Italian
French
Japanese
Mexican
Latin American
The single most requested in all of Denver are Chef's special cuisine menus. You can trust our Chefs to design a menu just for you!
Our personal chefs customize menus to fit dietary needs and offer innovative options. Submit your request to experience the unique culinary creations our chefs can craft for you.

Private chefs turn your home into a restaurant
Experience a blend of Southwestern and Mexican cuisine, or innovative global dishes prepared by the best private chefs Denver has to offer. Whether it's a birthday party, a romantic dinner, or a gathering with friends, Take a chef offers an alternative for any celebration!
A personal Chef can mold your menu to your needs. From intimate holiday parties to more formal occasions like company parties, we have you covered. If you're looking for vegan or healthy options for your menu, let your Chef know.
On the day of your event, your Denver personal Chef will buy fresh ingredients, prepare your meals, and serve all courses right on your table. Before they go, they will leave your kitchen spotless!

Denver's best private chefs in your kitchen
Each of our Denver private chefs has attended leading culinary schools and has years of experience in top restaurants, hotels, and resorts. With 330 personal chefs available in Denver, we're confident we can connect you with the right chef for you.
You have the final say on your menu, so trust your chef and tell them all about your dream meal.
Welcome a private chef into your Denver home and relax while your favorite dishes are prepared in your kitchen. Surprise your guests with an unforgettable dining experience on your next birthday party, bachelorette, or anniversary.

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.






Chat with our personal chefs in Denver
Discover a new way to share a meal and celebrate important dates with a private chef service in Denver. Let one of our personal chefs customize a menu just for you and your guests without leaving your home.









