Private Chef in Imperial
Rent one of our 17 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Imperial
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Imperial in April 2016, more than 17 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Imperial and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in California.
Starting in 2016, 101,472 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Imperial. To book your chef in Imperial, 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 27,583 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 58,485 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.7 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 101,472 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Imperial usually book menus around 175 USD per person, including 4.09 courses, sharing an average of 4.96 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 Imperial.












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!
17 Private Chefs in Imperial
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More than 101,400 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.47 Chef
The guests in Imperial have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.47.
4.78 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Imperial 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 Imperial has been scored with a 4.77 on average.
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27,583 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Imperial
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Black bean chipotle lobster tostada
Ahi poke wontons
Baja ceviche shooters
Guacamole tatemado with pork rinds and tortilla chips and plantain chips
Fried risotto ball with marinara
Hickory smoked crudo
Cheese and charcuterie board
Chicken and waffles with candied bacon bits
100 anniversary tijuana cesar salad
Asian papaya salad
California caprese
Spring mix salad
Aztec tortilla soup
California gazpacho
Chicken tom kha soup
Pork chashu ramen
Caprese salad
Braised short rib and grits with red wine reduction
Filet mignon with grilled asparagus and garlic parmesan mashed potatoes and red wine reduction
Macadamia, orange and basil crusted halibut and garlic parmesan mashed potatoes with orange beurre blanc sauce
Teriyaki mahi mahi with king trumpet mushrooms, green onions and grilled squash
Swordfish picatta with grilled asparagus and lemon beurre blanc sauce
Blackened salmon with greek lemon rice and homemade tzatziki
Garlic shrimp skewers with honey rosemary vegetables
Harissa marinated pan seared chicken with goat cheese labneh and herbs with a cucumber side salad
Trout almondine with garlic parmesan mashed potatoes and lemon beurre blanc
Fish on lentils with honey cream and herb medley
California carbonara
Special of the week ( message me for details! )
Apple cobbler
Assorted homemade cookies
Bread pudding
Carrot walnut cake
Churro waffles ice cream sandwhich
Coconut kahlua flan
Panacotta with brownie crumble
Creme brulee
Tiramisu
Beef carpaccio ( sliced in house)
Blueberry, raspberry and mango sorbet champagne palette cleanse
Ajo blanco
Chilean sea bass , herb mash , parsnip purée, mushroom jus
Chocolates mirro glaze cake
Warm goats cheese on brioche topped with fresh figs
Scottish smoked salmon, chilled cucumber and sour cream on french toast
Baked oyster with baby spinach and cream cheese glaze
Tomato bruschetta with parmesan shards
Pulled pork on crisp tortillas with red slaw and green salsa
-pear and prosciutto crostini with cream cheese and honey
-spicy italian meatballs with mozzarella and fresh basil
-mini arancini with spicy tomato and red pepper sauce
Chilled leek and potato soup with thai chili crab
Duck led confit on straw potato, lentils and rocket salad
Salad nicoise with seared yellow fin tuna
Fresh wild mushroom fettuccini with white wine and basil sauce,
Asparagus and artichoke risotto, parmesan and fresh herbs
Blackened grilled tuna with a warm sicilian style salad, served with hot crusty olive bread
Ceviche of salmon and fresh scallops with chili, lime, coriander and citrus fruit
Baby spinach and ricotta ravioli, tomato and white wine basil sauce
Capresse salad with pesto,grilled peaches and grilled bread
Sydney caesar salad (crispy smoked bacon and egg crumble)
-wild mushroom and black truffle risotto, parmesan and fresh herbs
-bbq spanish octopus with moroccan cous cous salad, chorizo, crispy potatoes fresh lemon
-crispy shrimp with sweet and sour peppers dip and vietnamese salad
-chefs johns fish and chip taco with spring pea slaw and tartar dressing
-pan seared sea scallops, celeriac puree and bacon sesame seed crust and sweet pea jus
Duck two way. slow roasted pekin duck breast, citrus glaze and duck leg confit and baby greens and herb salad
Cioppino seafood stew and herb infused linguine with toasted ciabatta
Char grilled new york strip steaks, grilled italian vegetables and confit tomato
Grilled lobster, garlic butter, fondant potatoes and caesar salad. (add $10)
Fillet of wagyu beef, sauce au poivre, gratin potatoes and french beans
Linguine piccole with grilled swordfish, wild baby fennel and a light anchovy sauce
Herb crusted halibut filet on fondant potatoes, tuscan tomato dressing and basil oil
Pan seared halibut fillet with paris mash cardamom baby pea sauce and glazed carrots
Roast rack of new zealand lamb herb crusted, grilled italian vegetables and paris mash
Seared fillet of salmon, paris mash, grilled asparagus and a moroccan tomato dressing
Prime filet of beef wellington glazed red wine shallot sauce, creamed potatoes and fresh greens
-crispy pork belly with asian green salad and wild garlic potatoes
-char grilled rib eye, wild mushrooms, green pepper cream and truffle fries
-crispy duck breast, red coconut curry, glazed pineapple with egg noodles and asian greens
-pan roasted pork tenderloin, grain mustard, smashed pee wee pots and honey glazed brussel sprouts
-seared wagyu beef filet with bubble and squeak, yorkshire pudding and horseradish
Lemon and lime tart with berry compote and heavy cream
Apple tarte au tan with fresh vanilla bean ice cream
Tirami- su
Italian almond tart, red wine poached cherries and mascarpone cream
Fresh vanilla bean crème brulee
Hot raspberry soufflé with raspberry sauce
Warm sticky toffee pudding, butterscotch sauce and vanilla bean ice cream
Yaki udon
Lightly seared sea sesame crusted ahi tuna with miso glaze and cucumber
Kakitori chicken
Japanese meatballs
Oolong tea chilean seabass, edamame, baby bok choy and miso soy glaze
Japanese rice balls ( dango)
French onion soup
Tomato arancinis (vegetarian)
Wedge salad
Sesame salad
Ahi tuna wontons
Tabbouleh salad (vegetarian)
Spiced minestrone soup
Scallop crudo
Beef wellington
Mushroom bolognese (it's vegan as well)
Lamb shank, au jus, parsnip puree
Hard seared scallops with saffron risotto
Toffee crunch torte
Passion fruit creme brulee
Cocoa cannoli
Warm stone fruit tart
French onion soup
Salmon tartare
Herbed fresh cheese (soft white cheese flavored with herbs, served with crispy toasts)
Cod en papillote - fresh cod baked in parchment paper with julienned vegetables and herbs
Roasted potatoes
Chocolate mousse served with warm raspberry sauce
Oyster rockefeller
Cheese and charcuterie board
Gougeres
Salmon tartare
Foie gras
Lobster bisque
Creamy mushroom soup
French onion soup
Mussels with white in white wine
Niçoise salad
Seared scallops with herbed veloute sauce
Pan seared chicken with herb citrus marinade, seasonal mushrooms and goat cheese
Pan fried white fish in browned butter with lemon beurre blanc sauce and blanched vegetables
Filet mignon with grilled asparagus and garlic parmesan mashed potatoes and red wine bordelaise
Beef bourguignon
New orleans style bbq shrimp with white rice
Seared salmon with lemon dill beurre blanc and sauteed spinach
Special of the week ( message me for details! )
Creme brulee
Mini chocolate cheesecake
Parfait
Seasonal tarts
Ile flottante
Opera cake
Burrata, beetroot and blackberry, whipped honey goat cheese salad
Leek and celery smoked soup
Airline chicken , herb mash , parsnip purée, seasonal veg, lemongrass beurre blanc
Deconstructed tiramisu
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 Imperial.
What does a private chef service include in Imperial?
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 Imperial?
The price of renting a chef in Imperial 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 Imperial?
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 17 chefs available in Imperial. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Imperial 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 Imperial?
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 Imperial each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Imperial, 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 Imperial.
Cost of a private chef in Imperial
The cost of hiring a private chef in Imperial 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 Imperial?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Imperial: 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 Imperial!






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









