Private Chef in Ormond Beach
Rent one of our 46 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.
A personal chef for any occasion in Ormond Beach
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Ormond Beach in March 2017, more than 46 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Ormond Beach and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Volusia County.
Starting in 2017, 37,582 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Ormond Beach. To book your chef in Ormond Beach, 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 16,529 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 140,543 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.75 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 37,582 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Ormond Beach usually book menus around 172 USD per person, including 3.57 courses, sharing an average of 3.04 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 Ormond Beach.
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!
46 Private Chefs in Ormond Beach
Get to know more about our top rated Private Chefs in Ormond Beach
More than 37,500 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.54 Chef
The guests in Ormond Beach have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.54.
4.78 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Ormond Beach received an average score of 4.78.
4.76 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.76 average score.
4.81 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Ormond Beach has been scored with a 4.81 on average.
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16,529 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Ormond Beach
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!
Spring mix // mesclun salad, arugula, goat cheese croquettes, caramelized pecans, beet chips, tangy vinaigrette dressing
Bisque // oven roasted butternut squash, garlic, veggie stock and country herbs
Ajiaco // colombian chicken broth. potatoes, arracacha, guascas, yellow corn
Esquite callejero // mexican grilled corn, epazote, mayo, cotija cheese and tajin
Provoleta // argentinian fried cheese, chorizo, artisan bread, microgreens
Empanada argentina // ground beef and chorizo, caramelized onions, raisin, olives, piquillo
Bife de lomo argentino // sous vide, center cut, prime tenderloin, malbec reduction, au gratin potatoes, black garlic spinach dip
Pollo al hongo // pan seared, farm raised chicken breast, portobello & malbec sauce, au gratin potatoes, black garlic spinach dip
Moqueca // brazilian style stew fish, coconut sauce, dende, sweet peppers, platain chips, white rice
Chivo guisado // stew goat, rhum, dominican seasoning, tostones, moro de guandules
Ropa vieja // cuban style shredded beef, grilled onions and peppers, congri, maduros y yuca frita
Souffle // warm chocolate, hazelnut ice cream, pistachio tuile
Ahi tuna tostadas
Burrata caprese
Coconut shrimp
Bacon jam & whipped gruyere beignets
Cheese and charcuterie
Blue crab aranchini
Green bean casserole
Bacon maple brussel sprouts
Candies yams
Scalloped potatoes
Salad
Mac n cheese
Roast turkey
Ham
Beef wellington
Prime rib
Roast duck
Lamb
Tomahawk steak - add 14
Pumpkin pie
Apple pie
Cheesecake
Bourbon brownie sundae
Gingerbread bread pudding
Stuffing
Sweet potato praline
Green bean casserole
Mashed potatoes
Cornbread
Cranberry sauce
Roast turkey
Ham
Roast duck
Lamb
Prime rib
Tomahawk steak - add 14
Pecan pie
Pumpkin pie
Cheesecake
Carrot cake
Complimentary amuse bouche
Seafood handcrafted shumai: pork / shrimp / scallop / woodear / xo zhong chili oil / micro green
Crab tartlet: lump crabmeat / celery / red onion / peas / crispy shell / cajun rémoulade / microgreen
Fried crab & shrimp claw: deep fried shrimp & crabmeat paste wrapped around crab claw / seafood sauce / nasturtium / pickled watermelon radish
Fried shrimp coated in young green rice crispies: jumbo shrimp / flat green rice flakes / cajun aioli (one of chef mimi’s most popular dishes, once they have tasted it, even if they have never had it before)
Mango salad: green & ripe mango / thai basil / mint / cucumber / radish / fried shallot / thai chili amchoor vinaigrette
Shaved asparagus & pear salad: with candied walnuts / white balsamic fruit dressing / pear tuile
Warm goat cheese "pyrénée" salad: baked goat cheese wrapped in phyllo dough /roasted rosemary potato / mixed greens / candied pecans / balsamic vinaigrette
Warm baby spinach salad: baby spinach in italian dressing / roasted red onion / seasonal fruit / shaved parmigiano (or vegan cheese) / carta da musica sheet bread
Broiled lobster (a) with saffron lemon gremolata / potato pavé / microgreen or (b) with compound herbs butter / grilled portobello
Lobster malfadine: lobster chunks / ribbon pasta / creamy lobster garlic velouté / seaweed caviar
Surf & surf: jumbo lump crab cake / seared jumbo bay scallop / saffron rémoulade / courgette strips / sour cream corn bread
Shrimp & grits: mayport shrimp / country style butter grits / cheddar or gruyere / sweet peppers / bacon / shaved tête de moine
Linguini in wine saffron clam lemon juice: light saffron clam sauce / roasted cherry tomatoes / garlic / chili / parsley
Spaghetti alla pignatiello (naples style seafood spaghetti): clams / octopus / squid / mussels / roasted cherry tomato sauce
Miso marinated cod or sea bass: nobu styled / roasted cherry tomato / zuchini & squash ribbon
Flourless chocolate tart: moist sinful chocolate cake on cookie butter & graham cracker / creme diplomat / macerated berries / tuile
Warm cruller with vanilla bean ice cream / spiced apple syrup / captain crunch crumbs /
Dutch pancake soufflé: light & fluffy oancake that rises up like a soufflé / macerated berries / powder sugar / vanilla bean ice cream / captain crunch crumble
Creme brûlée: seasonal fruit coulis / table-side torch
Yakitori (choice of chicken, pork, beef or shrimp): shishito pepper / caramelized onion / yakitori sauce
Mushroom flat bread: shaved shiitake mushroom / shaved potato / parmesan & basil pesto (no nuts) / truffle gruyère /microgreens
Roasted cherry tomatoes on vine: goat cheese / honey / gold balsamic gel / yuzu hot sauce / pita
Goat cheese & honey phyllo triangles: baked goat cheese phyllo / hot honey / fried sage
Mango salad: green & ripe mango / thai basil / mint / cucumber / radish / fried shallot / thai chili amchoor vinaigrette
Warm baby spinach salad: roasted red onion / onion ring / baby spinach in italian dressing / shaved parmigiano / pane carasau
Pipirrana salad: iceberg / tomato / peppers / onion / cucumber / prosciutto chips / boiled egg / fruit balsamic vinaigrette
Persian roasted lamb chop: spice rub lamb chop / zhug sauce / couscous
Parpadelle al ragu: parpadelle with slow braised lamb / mushroom / pecorino romano / shaved tête de moine
Braised short rib: creamy polenta / au jus / cherry tomatoes confit / fried shoestring shallot
Shrimp & grits: jumbo shrimp / country style white grits / tête de moine / sweet peppers / bacon / garlic butter
Flourless chocolate tart: moist sinful chocolate cake on cookie butter & graham cracker / creme diplomat / macerated berries / tuile
Warm cruller with vanilla bean ice cream / spiced apple syrup / captain crunch crumbs /
Hong kong eggette waffle: matcha or vanilla ice cream / mango / chocolate sauce
Dutch pancake soufflé: light & fluffy oancake that rises up like a soufflé / macerated berries / powder sugar / vanilla bean ice cream / captain crunch crumble
Vegetable croquette: deep fried mashed potato / stuffed with mushroom / truffle gruyère / avocado soubise / tuile
Vegan soft spring or summer rolls: beetroot or turmeric rice paper / fried tofu / seasonal vegs & asian herbs & vermicelli / peanut plum aigre-doux / rosé balsamic gel / green sriracha / tuile / microgreen
Vegan roasted cherry tomatoes on vine: vegan cheese / honey / nuts / balsamic reduction / hot pepper paste / pita bread
Vegan bruschetta: tomato crostini / artisan bread / fresh basil / balsamic / vegan cheese
Baked & tomato tart: balsamic & honey onion slice / cherry tomato / whipped chèvre / flaky crust / candied nuts / fresh herb
Baked tart duo: pommes anna tart (minimum party of 6): rosemary & olive oil / balsamic & honey onion tart: whipped chèvre / flaky crust / candied nuts / fresh herbs
Mac & cheese au gratin: truffle gruyère / parmigiano reggiano breadcrumbs
Empanada (fried or baked) (minimum party of 6): stuffed with mushroom & onion / chimichuri
One complimentary amuse bouche
Cabbage steak: brined in dashi / seared in miso butter (or miso olive oil) / ikura / furikake / tahini & honey dressing / herb bread crumbs
Ensalada verde: seasonal greens / cucumber / tomato / red onion / pomegranate / onion ring / champagne vinaigrette (vegan without onion ring)
Vietnamese ‘gỏi’ salad: boiled shrimp / medley of julienne cabbage, cucumber, thai basil, mint, radish / carrots / sea grapes / fried shallot / red onion / roasted peanuts / green grapes / crispy taro shoestrings / ponzu nước chấm
Vegan naked cherry tomato & fruits salad: skinless, met-in-your-mouth refreshing cherry tomatoes / seasonal asian fruits / kalamansi dressing from smoked mushroom garum by 3-michelin restaurant
Vegan shaved asparagus & pear salad: with candied walnuts / white balsamic fruit dressing / pear tuile
Ceasar salad: parmigiano reggiano / parmesan crisp / sourdough crouton
Vegan mushroom ‘cloud’ bao (minimum party of 6): cultivated mushrooms / steamed fluffy housemade bao / scallion / au poivre / edible gold leaf / microgreen / pickled daikon
Flat bread: shaved shiitake mushroom / shaved potato / pesto / roasted garlic / goat cheese (or vegan cheese for vegan) / microgreens
Grilled vegan mushroom steak: portobello / au poivre with smoked mushroom garum from 3-michelin noma project / pomme ana
Three peppers cacio e pepe: fusilli bucati / creamy white wine sauce with pink peppercorn, ground tellicherry & white pepper / pecorino romano
Vegan gau choi gao vegan pan-fried dumpling: clear dumpling stuffed with shiitake / water chestnut / seasonal vegs / lace tuile / zhong sauce / vegan xo from 3-michelin noma project
Handcrafted vegan dumpling: steamed or pan-fried / spinach wrapper / mushrooms / seasonal vegs / bean thread noodle / black vinegar caviar / taro chips / zhong sauce / vegan xo from 3-michelin noma project
Burgundy poached pear: warm wine sauce / candied nut crumbles / sea salt / tuile
Vegan creme brûlée: ripe avocado half / torched vegan vanilla patissière / tuile
Abacaxi (brazilian grilled pineapple): caramelized cinnamon butter glaze / chocolate sauce / macerated berries / sea salt
Douhoa tofu panna cotta: with ginger syrup / tapioca pearl
Rosette cookie: vegan vanilla, chocolate or matcha patissière / exotic fruit / gold flecks
Flourless chocolate tart: moist sinful chocolate cake on cookie butter & pecan crumbs / creme diplomat / macerated berries / tuile - [ ] warm cruller with vanilla bean ice cream / spiced apple syrup / captain crunch crumbs / nuts
One complimentary surprise amuse bouche
Roasted cherry tomatoes on vine: goat cheese / honey / nuts / gold balsamic gel / yuzu hot sauce / pita
Vegan hummus with romanesco & petit green veggies: herb roasted romanesco / petit carrot / petit green bean / petit radish / spinach & lemon hummus / sumac / paprika / pita
Grilled eggplant: sumac / walnut / pomegranate / crunchy umami chili flakes / parsley / tahini yogurt sauce
Gourmet charcuterie board (choose a few combo or all of these, or add any missing items): spinach & lemon hummus w/ pita / labneh / tzatziki / cucumber / fruits / cracker / honey / marcona nuts / pickled veg
Goat cheese & honey phyllo triangles: baked goat cheese phyllo / hot honey / pistachio
One complimentary amuse bouche
Stuffed belgian endive: goat or blue cheese / nuts / mint / honey / green apple / rose balsamic gel / rice crispy crumbs / micro
Burrata caprese: tomato / basil / pesto / crostini
Naked cherry tomato & fruits salad: skinless, met-in-your-mouth refreshing cherry tomatoes / asian fruits / kalamansi dressing with smoked mushroom garum by 3-michelin restaurant
Tabouli salad: cilantro / tomato / onion / cucumber / couscous / herbs / lime juice / quinoa puff
Cabbage steak: brined in dashi / seared in miso butter (or miso olive oil) / ikura / furikake / tahini & honey dressing / herb bread crumbs
Persian roasted lamb chop: spice rub lamb chop / zhug sauce / couscous
Middle eastern meatballs: harissa yogurt sauce / served with paratha, pita or couscous
Middle eastern lamb shank (minimum party of 6): saffron basmati rice cooked in lamb juice / pine nuts / gremolatta / caramelized roasted heirloom carrots
Truffle spatchcock chicken or cornish hen: herbs / mash purée in black or white truffle sauce / heirloom tomato
Baked salmon: oven baked salmon / weaved heirloom carrots ribbon / ikura / meunière
Burgundy poached pear: warm wine sauce / candied nut crumbles / sea salt / tuile
Vegan creme brûlée: ripe avocado half / torched vegan vanilla patissière / tuile
Abacaxi (brazilian grilled pineapple): caramelized cinnamon butter glaze / chocolate sauce / macerated berries / sea salt
Flourless chocolate tart: moist sinful chocolate cake on cookie butter & pecan crumbs / creme diplomat / macerated berries / tuile - [ ] warm cruller with vanilla bean ice cream / spiced apple syrup / captain crunch crumbs / nuts
Prosciutto croquette: parmigiano-reggiano / potato & prosciutto / peas potato purée / tuile
Bruschetta: tomato crostini / artisan bread / burrata / fresh basil / balsamic glaze / with or without mozzarella
One complimentary surprise amuse bouche
Charcuterie board (choose a few combo or all of these, or add any missing items): italian hard & soft cheese, nuts, crostini or crackers, fruits, prosciutto, salami, cornichon and jam
Warm baby spinach salad: roasted red onion / italian dressing / goat cheese / shaved parmigiano / pane carasau
Shaved asparagus & pear salad (v): with candied walnuts / white balsamic fruit dressing / pear tuile
Ceasar salad: without or without anchovy / parmigiano reggiano / parmesan crisp / sourdough crouton
Ribbon salad: shaved various seasonal vegs (radish, celery, beet, cucumber) microgreens / champagne balsamic dressing / rosé balsamic gel / pecorino / pane carasau
Braised short ribs: creamy polenta / au jus / cherry tomatoes confit / fried shoestring shallot
Radiatori al ragù di bisonte: radiatori pasta with slow cooked bison / tomatoes / onion confit / portobello / parmigiano-reggiano / shaved tête de moine
Surf & surf: jumbo lump crab cake / seared jumbo bay scallop / saffron rémoulade / courgette strips / polenta
Linguini in wine saffron clam lemon juice: light cream sauce / roasted cherry tomatoes / garlic sautéed in brown butter / crispy sage / microgreen
Lobster malfadine: lobster chunks / ribbon pasta / creamy lobster garlic velouté / seaweed caviar
Parpadelle al ragu: parpadelle with slow braised lamb / pecorino romano / shaved tête de moine
Dutch baby pancake: macerated banana flambé (or macerated berries) / powder sugar / vanilla bean ice cream / captain crunch crumbles
Profiterole: stuffed with coffee or vanilla patissière / drizzled with chocolate crèmeux
Flourless chocolate tart: moist sinful chocolate cake on cookie butter & pecan crumbs / creme diplomat / macerated berries / tuile - [ ] warm cruller with vanilla bean ice cream / spiced apple syrup / captain crunch crumbs / nuts
Creme brûlée (minimum party of 6): black or red currant / berries / table-side torch
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 Ormond Beach.
What does a private chef service include in Ormond Beach?
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 Ormond Beach?
The price of renting a chef in Ormond Beach 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 110 USD to 159 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 110 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 113 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 131 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 159 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 Ormond Beach?
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 46 chefs available in Ormond Beach. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Ormond Beach 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 Ormond Beach?
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 Ormond Beach each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Ormond Beach, 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 Ormond Beach.
Cost of a private chef in Ormond Beach
The cost of hiring a private chef in Ormond Beach 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 110 USD to 159 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 110 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 113 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 131 USD
For 2 people: 159 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 Ormond Beach?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Ormond Beach: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Surprise, 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 Ormond Beach!
A special surprise, a wonderful experience!
Let our private Chefs turn your house into a fine dining restaurant. You will be able to personalize every detail – your food preferences or ideas, and more details about the date and number of diners, our Personal Chefs in Ormond Beach will carefully design a tailor-made menu proposal, adapting it to your needs. On the day of the service, the Chef will be in charge of sourcing the ingredients, prepare them at your kitchen, table service, and very important, they will clean up the kitchen before leaving so that you can relax and enjoy.
Experience culinary perfection in Ormond Beach
All of our chefs have at least ten years’ worth of experience in the industry and have graduated from the best cooking schools. So our goal is to find the perfect chef for you and to make this the best dining experience. We know we can find the right match for you! Once you receive menu proposals, you’ll be able to view the professional profiles of each chef who has contacted you and choose the one that suits you. Get to know our chefs and they will be more than happy to personalize the menu with just one thing in mind, make the guests happy and satisfied!
Try something different! Try a Private Chef service in Ormond Beach.
The best and most original experiences are those that surprise you from the very beginning and do not stop until the end. These are the experiences that make the best memories. This is Take a Chef’s philosophy. We offer a completely personalized service, show cooking, gastronomic advice and the chance to understand how the dishes on your menu are made. Any type of cuisine you're craving, American, Asian or Mediterranean dishes can be showstoppers on your dining table with the expertise of one of our Private Chefs.
Talk to our chefs in Ormond Beach
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 Ormond Beach? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Ormond Beach, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.
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