Private Chef in Palm Valley
Rent one of our 94 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Palm Valley
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Palm Valley in October 2017, more than 94 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Palm Valley and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Saint Johns County.
Starting in 2017, 40,981 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Palm Valley. To book your chef in Palm Valley, 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 9,227 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 18,936 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.77 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 40,981 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Palm Valley usually book menus around 167 USD per person, including 3.01 courses, sharing an average of 5.46 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 Palm Valley.












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!
Find your chef
Customize your request and start talking with your chefs.
94 Private Chefs in Palm Valley
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More than 40,900 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.58 Chef
The guests in Palm Valley have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.58.
4.81 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Palm Valley received an average score of 4.81.
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 Palm Valley has been scored with a 4.81 on average.
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9,227 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Palm Valley
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Mozzarela sticks with marinara sauce
Antipasti // cold meats, regional italian cheeses, fruits, olives, nuts, bread and crackers
Arancini// sicilian fry crispy risotto rice balls, stuffed with fontina cheese, served with spicy marinara sauce dipping sauce
Chicken or eggplant parmesan fritters // golden brown crispy treats with spicy marinara sauce, and mozzarella
Bruschetta/ assorted spreads, tomato mozzarella, caramelized onions/roasted egg plant
Ceasar salad// petite romaine lettuce, croutons, shaved parmesan cheese, anchovy-garlic creamy dressing
Caprese salad/ tomato, mozzarella di bufala. basil, balsamic glaze
Minestrone// italian sausage/ summer vegetables, parmesan cheese, vegetable broth
Stracciatella// italian chicken- egg drop soup. shredded chicken, spinach, basil, peas, grated parmigiano-reggiano and eggs
Chicken or sirloin parmegiana/ flattened chicken milanese with marinara sauce and gratin mix cheeses
Chicken cacciatore/ pan roasted chicken breast with tomato, peppers, olives and caper cause
Catch of the day /pan seared (grouper or mahi) with roasted red peppers, nuts and olive pesto
Ravioli/ stuffed pasta with cheese and spinach with your choice of vodka or pesto sauce
Alfredo/ chicken, pork, or sirloin thinly sliced, pan fried and tossed in creamy 5 cheeses sauce
Gremolata/ grilled chicken, pork, or sirloin, topped with italian style chimichurri
Sides (choose 2)// garlic-parmesan mashed potato/ polenta (italian grits) /parmesan risotto/ broccoli/ asparagus, / green beans
Tiramisu// powerful layering of coffee-soaked savoiardi biscuits , rich cream made with mascarpone cheese, eggs and sugar, sometimes spiced up with a drop of liqueur
Panna-cota/ with wild berries compote
Chocolate panna-cota/ with roasted pistachio
Brutti ma buoni/ ugly but good, rustic style biscuit with vanilla sauce
Mezze platter
Cheddar bacon croquettes with chive mornay
Italian sausage arancini with roasted red pepper sauce
Spinach basil pesto caprese salad
Jumbo shrimp cocktail
Charcuterie display
Fried calamari
Fried zucchini and mozzarella with marinara
Arugula beet salad with dijon vinaigrette
Pecan goat cheese spinach salad with balsamic reduction
Chef's favorite salad
Classic chicken noodle
Fresh caesar salad with parmesan pine nuts
New england clam chowder
She crab soup
Lobster bisque
Tomato bisque
Minestrone soup
Spicy pepper and sausage pasta
Handmade chicken, veal, or eggplant parmesan
Handmade butternut squash ravioli with sage beurre blanc
Handmade shellfish pasta in butter wine sauce
Handmade pesto fettuccine alfredo with choice of protein
Seared chilean sea bass
Morrocan spiced salmon
Branzino papillote with garlic, herbs, leek, lemon, and butter
Ritz crumble baked lobster tails with lemon butter
Seared scallops with butternut squash purée
Steak au poivre with pepper cream sauce
Pan-seared filet mignon basted in rosemary, garlic, and butter
Beef rouladen with red wine beef gravy
Chicken marsala with mushroom marsala sauce
Chicken piccata with lemon caper beurre blanc
Saltimbocca chicken with chicken velouté
Bacon mushroom chicken roulade with sauvignon cream sauce
Cider-poached pear with greek yogurt gelato, honey-roasted pistachios, and honey drizzle
Decadent fudge brownie with whipped peanut butter and honey-roasted peanuts
Chocolate mousse entremet cake
Vanilla crème brûlée tart with orange caviar
Florida key lime pie with whipped cream
New york cheesecake with mixed berry compote
Cheese gougeres trumpet ash
Fried green tomatoes topped with leafy greens, cherry vinaigrette, tomato jam, balsamic reduction and zesty remoulade
Airline chicken cointreau reduction, sous vide annatto marble potatoes, seasonal vegetables
Chocolate mousse cake ganache, chocolate covered strawberry
Street spinach n artichoke dip (vegetarian)
Crab cakes w/lemon-pepper aoli
Chef's salad (vegetarian)
Stuffed avocado w/shrimp
Fried chicken
Grilled new york strips
Blackened salmon platter
Cauliflower steaks w/roasted red pepper and avocado sauce (vegetarian)
Banana pudding waffles w/ice cream
Fried bananas w/chinese five-spice nuts
Strawberry margarita pound cake
Warm spiced breadpudding
Queso// melted cheese, mexican chorizo, pico de gallo, served with chips (mexico)
Empanadas// flour dough filled with your choice of (cheese, chicken) served with chive jalapeno aioli (latin)
Ceviche// citrus cured white fish, red onions, peppers, crispy plantains
Coxinha (brazllian croquets)// deep fry creamy bechamel (mushrooms or chicken) dough/ served with chives jalapeno aioli. (brasil)
Jalapeno poppers/ deep fry cheese and chorizo mixture, with lime and cilantro sauce (mexico)
Fresh guac// hass, tomato, onions, garlic, cilantro, lime juice and jalapeno. served with chips (mexico)
Quesadillas/ your choices (chicken or just cheese) is fits everyone
Street corn salad// spinach and kale, chilled roasted corn, cotija cheese and chipotle dressing
Tortilla soup// chicken or vegetables broth (mexico)
Potato chicken salad// shredded chicken golden yukon potato salad, carrots/ peas, green apples, mustard chive aioli. venezuelan
Roased butternut squash cream (crema de auyama)// olive oil fry bread and cream fresh. (venezuelan)
Pizca andina//traditional soup from los andes, venezuela. chicken broth, chicken, corn, potatoes, milk, green onion, vegetables
Barbacoa// low and slow braised beef in guajillo pepper and mexican spices sauce. (mexico)
Chuletas al pastor// roasted pork chops, pineapple and guajillo chiles sauce (mexico)
Paella// shrimp, chicken, chorizo cook with rice in seafood-saffron broth/ roasted red peppers and sweet peas
Chiles rellenos // stuffed poblano peppers with oaxaca cheese, battered with modelo beer, and deep fried. topped with charred tomato salsa and crema (mexican/vegetarian)
Chaufa// peruvian style fried rice, choose 4 ingredients (chicken, pork, beef, shrimp, squid, mussels, scallops, wild mushrooms, hardy vegetables)/ eggs, carrots, vegetables (peru) (vegetarian choice)
Venezuelan lasagna/ sheets of fresh pasta/ ground beef, pork or turkey/ tomato sauce/ mozzarella cheese/ asiago cheese/ romano cheese/ bechamel sauce (venezuela) (ask veg choice)
Picahna// fire roasted brazilian steak, served with guacamole sauce (brasil) best steak ever!!
Carnitas verdes// roasted pork butt with tomatillo salsa
Sides (choose 2)// yellow rice/ wild rice/ quinoa/ black beans/ roasted zucchini/ asparagus/ broccoli/ baby potatoes in butter and herbs/ fry yucca sticks/ root mash/ honey glazed carrot/ arepitas con nata (corn meail cake with venezuelan sour cream)
Churros// served with mexican chocolate sauce
Bienmesabe (4 milks cake)// yellow sponge cake soaked in a milk and coconut mixture, topped with merengue boulee (venezuela)
Flan// classic sweet and cremy latin custard. (latin)
Platanitos dona flor// granma recipe of roasted sweet plantain braised with coca-cola and sweet spices sauce. (chef recipe)
Bread pudding// dulce de leche brioche bread pudding drizzle with rum cream anglaise (latin)
Pina colada tembleque// tropical coconut and pineapple creamy custard with rum syrup. and vanilla whipped cream (caribbean)
Dim sum trifecta sampler (minimum party of 8): 1) fried crispy shrimp blossoms 2) hand-crafted seafood shumai: pork / seafood / woodear 3) pan-fried vegetable dumpling
Prosciutto croquette: parmigiano-reggiano / potato / prosciutto / zuchini gremolata / microgreens
Mille-feuille champignon tart: shaved mushroom / shaved potato / pesto / chèvre/ flaky crust
Truffle spanakopita triangles: baked spinach & truffle gruyère wrapped in phyllo / truffle oil / pistachio / honey / lemon zest
Warm baby spinach & fig salad: roasted red onion / fresh fig / warm balsamic fig dressing / shaved parmigiano (or vegan cheese) / carta da musica sheet bread
Fritters salad: fried squash & zuchini in light batter / medley of leafy & micro greens / rainbow carrots / naked cherry tomato / cucumber ribbon / ginger balsamic
Shaved asparagus & pear salad: with candied walnuts / white balsamic fruit dressing
Warm goat cheese "pyrénée" salad: baked goat cheese in phyllo dough / roasted rosemary potato / mixed greens / candied pecans / balsamic vinaigrette
Roasted duck (minimum party of 6): cantonese roast duck / mandarin pancake / cucumber baton / plum aigre-doux
Chef mimi’s signature dumpling: veggies, mushrooms & bone marrow filling / seared scallops / table-poured warm leek & tomato consommé / green chili gel / microgreens
Broiled lobster (a) with saffron lemon gremolata / potato pavé / microgreen or (b) with compound herbs butter / grilled portobello or (b) lobster malfadine: lobster chunks / ribbon pasta / creamy parmigiana garlic velouté / seaweed caviar
Osso bucco (minimum 6): braised lamb shank / mirepoix / heirloom carrots / bordelaise / saffron rice or creamy polenta / sage
Miso cod or sea bass: nobu styled / roasted cherry tomato / zucchini & squash ribbon
Surf & surf: jumbo lump crab cake / seared jumbo bay scallop / saffron rémoulade / courgette strips / polenta
Braised short ribs: in red wine / creamy polenta / au jus / cherry tomatoes confit / fried shoestring shallot
Creme brûlée (minimum party of 6): black or red currant / berries / table-side torch
Dutch pancake soufflé: light & fluffy pancake that rises up like a soufflé / macerated berries / powder sugar / vanilla bean ice cream / captain crunch crumble
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
Warm cruller with vanilla bean ice cream / spiced apple syrup / captain crunch crumbs / nuts
Escargot in a garlic wine sauce
Lobster caesar salad
Mediterranean garlic lamb chops
Mashed potato purée
Garlic asparagus
A choice between strawberry shortcake, chocolate, mousse, parfait, or fresh fruit tart or crème brûlée
Large prawns: prawns pan seared with capers white wine, fresh garlic shallots evoo cherry tomatoes fresh basil
Mini bruschetta toast: sliced cherry tomatoes, ricotta cheese, fresh basil, olive oil, fresh roasted garlic, balsamic glaze
Eggplant rollatini: pomodoro sauce, topped with fresh mozzarella cheese, fresh italian parsley
Blackened shrimp pan seared in a tequila butter cilantro key lime sauce
Eggplant cutlet milanese topped with arugula lemon olive oil capers
Tuna poke stuffed avocados topped with a ponzu glaze
Butternut squash soup topped with a dollop of spinach artichoke crema
Royal red shrimp and fresh mango salad: local royal red shrimp fresh mango chives sun dried tomatoes tangerine pieces diced red onion rice vinegar evoo sea salt
Grilled romain salad: grilled romain lettuce halves, extra virgin olive oil, shaved romano cheese, capers, balsamic glaze, sea salt
Arugula salad: sliced tomatoes cucumbers carrots red onion black olives topped with a creamy italian dressing
Grilled peaches topped with prosciutto ham and figs topped with orange blossom honey
Grilled zucchini cauliflower summer squash topped with evoo sea salt white balsamic glaze
Baked wahoo: baked wahoo cooked to perfection topped with san marzano tomatoes capers garlic fresh basil kalamata olives roasted red peppers
Baked to perfection chilean sea bass with a pancetta shallot cream sauce
Sliced filet mignon: served with parmesan risotto topped with fresh rappini garlic and oil
South american corvina baked to perfection in a lemon butter caper balsamic reduction
Lobster and crab meat vodka sauce over penne pasta with fresh basil
Italian lasagna topped with a homemade ragu sauce and a princess sauce over the top
Banana pudding white chocolate chip cups
Homemade cannoli's
Homemade mango, blueberry, cannoli cream mousse cups
Homemade greek yogurt parfait: greek yogurt, granola, berries, honey, fresh mint leaves
Key lime pie mousse cups
Strawberry mousse cups
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 Palm Valley.
What does a private chef service include in Palm Valley?
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 Palm Valley?
The price of renting a chef in Palm Valley 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 98 USD to 141 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 98 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 99 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 104 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 141 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 Palm Valley?
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 94 chefs available in Palm Valley. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Palm Valley 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 Palm Valley?
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 Palm Valley each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Palm Valley, 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 Palm Valley.
Cost of a private chef in Palm Valley
The cost of hiring a private chef in Palm Valley 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 98 USD to 141 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 98 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 99 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 104 USD
For 2 people: 141 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 Palm Valley?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Palm Valley: 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 Palm Valley!






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









