Private chef in New Jersey
Enjoy the best of local cuisine with a private chef in New Jersey. Chat with one of our 331 chefs to plan your menu and stay within your budget.





















Hire a personal chef in New Jersey
Savor the flavors of New Jersey, from fresh seafood from the Jersey Shore to farm-to-table dishes from local farms. Our personal chefs bring the expertise and service of the best Garden State restaurants right to your home.
Over 28,033 guests have enjoyed the private chef experience in New Jersey since 2016. With Take A Chef, booking a personal chef is easy and stress-free! Whether it’s a birthday, dinner party, or just spending time with friends, we promise a unique dining experience.
Find a personal chef in New Jersey who matches your preferences and budget. Let them create a unique experience for you and your guests so you can focus on enjoying time with your loved ones. Whether you're in Princeton, Jersey City, or Cape May, we have the perfect chef for you.












How it works
Share your request
Share details about your ideal meal, event date, and budget. No commitment.
Chat with chefs
Connect with private chefs until you find your perfect fit. Share your preferences and food allergies, and get multiple proposals.
Create your menu
Personalize everything from the number of courses to the ingredients in every dish.
Book your experience
Once you've chosen your chef, complete your booking, make your payment, and get ready for a wonderful experience!
Enjoy the experience
Welcome your chef, and enjoy! Cherish great company and create lasting memories with the ones you love.
Ready to book?
Connect with private chefs and start planning the perfect meal.
331 Private chefs in New Jersey
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Over 28,000 guests have enjoyed the private chef experience in New Jersey
4.6 Chef
Guests in New Jersey have given their private chef experience a 4.6.
4.85 Food quality
Our private chef's menus in New Jersey have received a strong 4.85.
4.81 Presentation
Not only delicious, but our chefs' dishes also look amazing, earning a score of 4.81 in New Jersey.
4.87 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in New Jersey has been scored with a 4.87 on average.
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More than 8,180 menus crafted by our private chefs in New Jersey
Rent a chef for your home in New Jersey. Ask for sample menus to get inspiration. You decide everything.








Ahi tuna crudo: silky sliced ahi tuna with shaved jalapeño, citrus segments, avocado purée, crisp shallots, and a bright lime–soy vinaigrette
Roasted beet & burrata salad: sweet roasted beets paired with creamy burrata, baby arugula, pistachio dukkah, blood orange, basil oil, and balsamic reduction
Sweet corn & mascarpone agnolotti: handmade agnolotti filled with sweet corn and mascarpone, finished with brown butter, grilled corn, chives, chili oil, and parmigiano-reggiano
Wild mushroom farro risotto: creamy farro risotto enriched with porcini broth, roasted garlic, thyme, whipped feta, and black pepper oil
Seared duck breast: maple and five-spice glazed duck breast served with charred baby carrots and cherry demi-glace
Herb-roasted branzino fillet: oven-roasted branzino with tomato-olive relish, basil chimichurri, and warm fingerling potato salad
Berkshire pork chop: juicy berkshire pork chop with fennel, orange, olives, and calabrian chili
Chocolate lava cake: warm molten chocolate cake served with vanilla ice cream
Crème brûlée: classic vanilla custard with a caramelized sugar crust
Coconut flan: silky coconut flan finished with rum caramel sauce
"acciughe" spinach anchovy, black truffle, cultured butter, salsa verde, crostini
"ricciola" hamachi, meyer lemon, pistachio, nori
"sgombro" mackeral, tomato, anchovy, pine nut
"bruschetta" garlic bread, kaluga caviar, burrata
" baked brie" puff pastry ,arugula, lemon, pine nuts
"insalata" little gem, white anchovy, pecorino, barolo vinaigrette, mollica
"tonno acqua pazza" tuna tartare, tomato, cucumber, olive, calabrian chili, basil
"polipo" grilled octopus, smoked potato, radish, chile, tonnato
"granchio" king crab, tonnato, chive
"ippoglosso" pan seared halibut, farrotto, rutabaga, parsnip, shitake, almond
"spada" grilled swordfish, fennel, clam, chorizo vinaigrette
"sogliola" pan-seared wild dover sole, lemon served with a choice of potatoes, wild mushroom, arugula, or roasted cauliflower
"bistecca" grilled local dry aged sirloin, little gem, bone marrow panzanella
"anatra" pan-roasted duck breast, turnip, mustard green, pear, pistachio
"risotto al funghi" wild mushroom, taleggio, parmigiano
"risotto all'aragosta" lobster, hazelnut brown butter, tarragon
"pappardelle al cinghiale" pappardelle wild boar ragu
"all spice cake", champagne sabayon, moscato poached pears, vanilla crème brûlée, chocolate bark
"caramel quince tart" almonds, brie, vermouth
"floating island" baked merengue cookie, crème anglaise, macerated blackberry, pomegranate seeds, mint oil
"tiermisu" espresso, mascarpone cheese,
Tuna crudo , cucumber, red onion, citrus dressing , jalapeno
Burrata, cherry tomato, olives, za'atar, bread
Arugula , radicchio, fennel , lemon dressing
Artichokes salad, olives , sunchokes, goat cheese crema, pickled sunchokes
Heirloom beets salad , goat cheese pannacotta,, pistachio
House bread rolls
Home made cavatelli, house bacon, chili, red onion, an amatriciana sauce
Gnocchi , braised osso buco ragout, root veggies, sour cream, sunchokes pickles
Rigatoni, enduja' , shrimp, scallops, sun-dried tomato - basil pesto
Seafood risotto, herbs, fish fumet, lemon
Octopus , string beans , fennel, black olives , parsley, red onion salad
Grass fed ribeye, artichokes, feta, roasted peppers chutney, olive salsa verde
Chicken duo , mushrooms, spinach, truffle mushroom sauce
Faroe island salmon, roasted cauliflower, caponata, pine nuts
Branzino , fennel and sun-dried tomato medley, tapenad sauce, vegetable chips
Black seabass, scallop, squid, potato, , smoked paprika fish fumet
Filet mignon , potato terrine, celeriac, truffle mushroom sauce
Flavors of tiramisu, mascarpone mousse, coffee sauce, cocoa crumbs
Chocolate hazelnut mousse, orange puree, cookie crumbs
Pecan pannacotta,baked apple terrine, brown butter crumbs
Anchovy caesar salad with organic red romaine and endive, hearts of palm, roasted garlic, romano parmesan and focaccia croutons
Antipasti plate with grilled eggplant, red bell peppers, grilled prawns, radicchio, heirloom tomato, burrata, prosciutto, olives, figs,
Fresh spaghetti al fresco with crushed heirloom tomatoes, kalamata olives, garlic, grilled eggplant, ny state basil and pecorino romano
Affettati misti chef's selection meats and cheese, roasted peppers, artichoke alla romana and kalamata olives
Arancini pomodoro - crispy carnaroli rice balls, crushed san marzano tomato, basil, mozzarella di bufalo
Fettuccine carbonara - sauteed shallots, guanciale, organic egg yolk and grated 24 month aged pecorino romano
Arcadian field greens salad with mache, arugula and bibb lettuce, heirloom tomatoes, cucumbers and 360 balsamic vinaigrette
Baby kale and arugula salad with roasted beets, goat cheese and curried sunflower seeds
Assorted goccettis - smoked salmon with robiola cream and parsley, tuna tartar with capers and anchovy, spicy eggplant caponata on bruschetta
Fettuccine al salmone fresh fettuccine sauteed with salmon wild mushrooms, garlic and herbs in a light tomato cream sauce
Chicken breast scaloppini with capers, parsley, vermouth and lemon butter, roasted fingerling potatoes and roasted broccolini
Bershire county pork - brown sugar cured porterhouse loin chop, pan roasted and served over whipped yukon gold potatoes with sauteed fiddlehead fern and carrots
Fettuccini bolognese - traditional ground veal and pork ragů, dop san marzano tomato sauce, 24-month aged parmigiano-reggiano
Fettuccini con funghi - northern style dried porcini mushrooms braised in cream, cognac and vegetable stock, fresh pasta, aged 24 month pecorino romano cheese, fresh chives
Crisp lemon and oregano organic free range roast chicken with grilled baby onions, french bean salad, and roasted forest mushroom faro
Jumbo prawns provençal - baked shrimp in casserole with white wine, black garlic, chopped tomato and black olives over homemade linguini
Florentine style grilled lamb chops with roast fennel and broccoli - saffron rice
Pan seared sirloin steak, sliced and served with roasted brussels sprouts, mushrooms and carrots, baked potato and shallot brown butter sauce
8 oz filet mignon with bordelaise sauce, roasted forest mushrooms and shallots, grilled butter beets and zucchini with charred poblano potato puree
Atlantic wild caught salmon - white wine, caper, dill lemon butter - farro risotto with baby heirloom ginger carrots
Peach and blueberry crumble with premium vanilla bean ice cream and dulce du leche
5 layer chocolate cake served warm with vanilla ice cream and berries
Assorted house made cookies and apricot rugalach platter with fresh picked raspberries, strawberries, blackberries and mint
Italian cookies with citrus gelato and fresh berries
Deluxe creamy vanilla cheese cake with homemade strawberry jam and toasted pecan
Thai prawn crudo: thai bird chili, winter melon, lime, crispy shallot, cilantro oil
Mushroom larb rice paper rolls: minced mushroom, coriander and fennel seed, cilantro, sweet chili sauce
Thai beef carpaccio: pickled onion, coriander and fennel seed, puffed rice, rice vinegar (a play on the tradition thai beef salad)
Papaya salad: shaved papaya and carrot, long bean, dried shrimp, sweet chili fish sauce vinaigrette, peanut
Bass crudo: lime sorbet, thai chili, citrus foam, cucumber, cilantro oil (a signature crudo of mine)
Mixed lettuce and herb salad: mixed greens of mizuna, butter lettuce, thai basil, mint, and pea shoots, roasted kumquats, marinated tofu skin, peanuts, mint
Charred broccoli, shishito peppers, xo sauce, hazelnut butter and pieces
Charred beans, haricot verts, yellow wax beans, long beans, fermented black bean paste, chili oil, crispy shallots
Hamachi collar: roasted yellowtail collar marinated in red curry, bean sprout “salad”, coconut foam
“bamee poo moo dang”: (thai street noodle with pork and crab) egg noodle, thai sweet red pork, shredded crab meat, bok choy, thai basil
Banh xeo: traditional vietnamese pancake made from rice flour and seasoned with turmeric, stuffed with pork, shrimp, bean sprouts, and fresh herbs
“spicy sesame noodle”: stir fried wavy egg noodle, spicy sesame sauce with mirin and hoisin, seasonal mushroom, marinated tofu, spinach, black and white sesame seed, mint and cilantro
Grilled king prawn: thai bird chili, water spinach, crispy rice cake, sweet chili fish sauce vinaigrette, lime
Lemongrass chicken: bbq lemongrass and ginger 1/2 chicken, green mango “slaw”, sticky rice, thai bird chili vinaigrette
Thai duck soup: roasted duck breast, duck confit, bok choy, curled rice noodle, sweet duck stock, bean sprouts
“choo chee curry”: (“deconstructed” curry) sous vide swordfish, long beans, red curry foam, curry spiced coconut rice, kaffir lime
Pork: barbecued pork shoulder marinated in coconut milk and spicy shrimp paste, u choy, “fried” jasmine rice with dried shrimp, plum gastrique
Beef “bun cha”: grilled hanger steak marinated in calamansi vinaigrette, peanut and turmeric vermicelli, swiss chard, chili and fermented fish dipping sauce, herb salad
Lime custard cake with pecan and clove crust, mango, meringue, cilantro
"mango and sticky rice": caramelized sticky rice with palm sugar, coconut foam, mango 3 ways (gel, raw, sorbet), mint, black sesame
Coconut vanilla cake with palm sugar, mango sorbet, blackberry compote, cilantro and mint
Coconut panna cotta, kiwi, thai basil
Pandan “cake”: layer cake with vanilla sponge cake and vanilla pandan mousse, pandan gel, pistachio, pandan foam, grapefruit and rose sorbet
Amuse: delicata squash crisp with goat cheese mousse and maple drizzle
Roasted beet carpaccio with pistachio dust, whipped chèvre, micro arugula
Parsnip-pear velouté with crispy shallots and thyme oil
Wild mushroom risotto with shaved black truffle and fried sage
Side: warm apple and fennel salad, local blue cheese, walnut vinaigrette
Poached pear with cinnamon cream and cranberry dust
Smoked shrimp canapé with dill crème fraîche & cucumber candied bacon dust
Mini chicken & avocado tacos herbs confetti
Salted cod fritters with tartar sauce salmon roe
Vegetarian crostini (mushrooms, black beans cashews dust )
Chicken lollipop with guava glazed
Mini chicken satay
Mini medaillons of beef over potatoes paves
Lobster bisque shots
Vegetarian bowl ( okra ,djon-djon,white rice 0
Smoked duck breast salad with fig jam & balsamic glaze
Chicken liver pate with cognac topped with arugula
Mini seafood fench patties
Sliced beef tenderloin chimichurri sauce smacked potatoes arugula and wine vinaigrette
Arroz con pollo
Tiramisu
Orange rum cake with fresh berries
Artichokes salad, olives , sunchokes, goat cheese crema, pickled sunchokes
Arugula, radicchio, fennel, lemon dressing
Beef tartare, spices, butter, brioche, quail egg
Tuna crudo , cucumber, red onion, citrus dressing , jalapeno
Lamb koftas, sour cream, roasted peppers and tomato sauce
Butternut squash soup, brown butter, mushrooms
Shrimp, chorizo, spicy tomato, onion and peppers stew
Risotto mushrooms, squash, truffle butter, parmesan
Ribeye steak , potato mille-feuille , celeriac, truffle mushroom sauce
Pork tenderloin, charred eggplant puree, heirloom baby carrots, bordelaise sauce
Chicken sous vide, sunchokes puree mushrooms, spinach, brown butter hollandaise
Branzino, fennel, sundried tomato basil madly, kalamata tapenade sauce, veggie chips
Faroe island salmon, roasted cauliflower, romesco sauce, almonds
Bouillabaisse - fish of the day , scallop, squid, potato, , smoked paprika fish fumet
Farro, roasted cauliflower, mint-pistachio pesto, lemon ricotta
"jaffa" chocolate hazelnut mousse, orange puree, cookie crumbs
Pecan pannacotta, apple terrine, pecan crumble
Vanilla diplomat, house jam, elderflower, almonds
Lava cake, vanilla ice cream, house jam
Personalize your menu
Your personal chef in NJ will assist you in crafting the perfect menu for your special occasion. Our chefs can adapt it to your budget, dietary requirements, and any specific preferences you have for your private dinner.








Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chefs in New Jersey.
What's included in a private chef service in New Jersey?
Your private chef experience in New Jersey covers everything from planning the menu and shopping for groceries to cooking in your kitchen, serving meals, and cleaning up. Please note that tableware and glassware are not included, and tipping is at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in New Jersey?
The chef cost varies based on group size. For groups of 13 or more, the average rate is 135 USD per person. For 7 to 10 people, it's 139 USD per person; for 3 to 6 people, 156 USD per person. Couples pay 171 USD per person on average. Prices may vary due to season, location, or last-minute bookings.
How to book a personal chef in New Jersey?
To book a private chef in New Jersey, set your date and guest count and provide your food preferences, dietary restrictions, and kitchen details. You will get three custom menus and chef profiles, along with photos of their dishes. Chat with the chefs for any modifications or questions. Pick your chef and menu, complete your booking online, and receive their contact details.
How can I find a personal chef in New Jersey?
With 331 chefs on hand, just fill out a form to get menu proposals from the top 3 chefs available for your date. After reviewing their profiles, pick your favorite. If they don't meet your standards, we'll continue sending more chef options until you're pleased with your selection.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service in New Jersey?
No, there's no limit on guests. However, personal chef services are generally for smaller gatherings with friends or family, often at the guests' homes. Though there's no set rule, groups typically stay under 15 people.
Does the private chef cook at my house?
Yes, the private chef will cook at your home. For complicated menus or specific equipment, some prep might be done beforehand to ensure everything goes seamlessly and you enjoy your meal.
Can I cook along with the private chef?
Absolutely! You can join in and cook with the chef. It’s a great way to learn new techniques, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced cook. Your chef will welcome you into the culinary experience.
Are the ingredients for a private chef service fresh?
Yes, all ingredients used by private chefs are fresh and of high quality. The chef will carefully select the best produce, meats, and seafood for your dishes.
Are drinks included in a private chef service?
Drinks are not part of the service, but the chef can assist in planning your beverages. You can add this cost as an "extra" when discussing the menu with the chef.
How much should I tip a private chef in New Jersey?
Tipping is completely optional and depends on your preference. If you feel your private chef has gone above and beyond, you might consider tipping. Based on 28,033 guests in New Jersey, tips are 14.72% of the total bill, on average.
Key information about private chefs in New Jersey
Find out more about our personal chefs in New Jersey and what they do.
Our private chefs in New Jersey have an average age of 39, bringing a lot of cooking experience.
55% of our chefs in New Jersey are women.
It takes only 6 hours from your request to get the first menu.
We started our private chef service in New Jersey in 2016-12-07.
10.6% of our personal chef services in New Jersey include kids.
One client has booked the same private chef in New Jersey 17 times.
45% increase in the number of private chef bookings in New Jersey in the last year.
Our personal chefs can speak up to 3 languages.
More than 59% of our guests hire a private chef in New Jersey more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a chef for 6 days in New Jersey.
We’ve uploaded over 3,922 pictures of our New Jersey personal chef experiences.
It usually takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal chef.
How much does a personal chef cost in New Jersey?
The cost of hiring a personal chef in New Jersey depends on the number of guests. Prices range from 135 USD to 171 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 135 USD. For 7 to 12 people: 139 USD. For 3 to 6 people: 156 USD. For 2 people: 171 USD.
Interested? Discover a unique culinary experience that people highly recommend with a chef from New Jersey.
Remember, prices can change with the seasons and different locations. The chart below shows typical monthly prices for our private chefs in New Jersey.
How many private chef services are booked in New Jersey each month?
Private chef reservations vary monthly depending on the season. For insights into monthly trends in personal chefs in New Jersey, check out the table below.
Hiring a private chef in New Jersey is a great idea any time of year, but prices can go up with demand. To ensure you get your chef for hire in New Jersey, we suggest booking early. Rent a chef for your home in New Jersey, now!
How many personal chefs sign up in New Jersey each month?
For many years, we've fostered relationships with New Jersey's private chefs, earning their trust and seeing consistent monthly growth as satisfied guests continue to recommend us.
To bring the best experience to your home in New Jersey, we add 2 new personal chefs each month. Our team reviews and classifies their profiles daily so you can always find new and exciting chefs.
What is the most frequent type of food booked in New Jersey?
Our six main types of cuisine in New Jersey are Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and Latin American.
However, the most requested cuisine in New Jersey is Chef's special. Our chefs design exciting menus based on your preferences.
Our private chefs tailor menus to meet dietary needs and offer fusion dishes. Submit your request to discover the diverse culinary options created by our chefs.

Bring a private chef to your home in New Jersey
Experience a delightful blend of Italian, seafood, and innovative global dishes prepared by talented chefs right in your New Jersey home. Whether you need a private chef for a dinner party in NJ or just a gathering with friends, count on us to deliver a memorable culinary experience!
Take a Chef offers unique dining experiences for any occasion in New Jersey, from holiday parties and company parties to birthdays and family get-togethers. Need a private chef in South Jersey or someone specializing in healthy options? We’ve got you covered!
On the day of your event, your chosen chef will source the freshest ingredients, cook, and serve a delicious meal in your New Jersey home. They'll even leave your kitchen spotless!

New Jersey's best private chefs in your kitchen
Each of our private chefs in New Jersey has been trained in leading culinary schools and boasts years of experience in the state's top restaurants, hotels, and resorts. Discover our extensive network of 331 personal chefs available in New Jersey; we're confident we can connect you with the perfect chef.
New Jersey, known for its diverse cultural heritage and vibrant food scene, offers everything from classic Italian dishes to fresh seafood. If you're looking for a private chef in NJ for a dinner party or a private chef in South Jersey, we can help you find the best match.
Bring a private chef to your New Jersey home and elevate your celebrations. Whether you need a chef for a bachelorette party or a personal chef in Jersey City, NJ, count on Take a Chef!

Your house, the city's best restaurant
New Jersey celebrates a rich blend of local and international cuisines year-round. But why wait for a taste of New Jersey? Create a unique and intimate dining experience with Take a Chef. More than just a private chef service, we're passionate about food and giving you the freedom to connect with loved ones in the comfort of your home.






Hear from our personal chefs in New Jersey
Discover the unique offerings each of our private chefs brings to your table in New Jersey. Enjoy an exceptional dining experience at home with a New Jersey chef! Let a personal chef in Jersey City elevate your event and tailor your ideal meal with their culinary expertise, personalizing every detail.
Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet night in New Jersey, trust Take a Chef to provide you with the best personal chef options available. Hiring a personal chef in Jersey City, NJ, or any other location is a piece of cake with Take a Chef.










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