Private Chef in Panama City Beach
Rent one of our 29 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Panama City Beach
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Panama City Beach in May 2019, more than 29 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Panama City Beach and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Bay County.
Starting in 2019, 280 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Panama City Beach. To book your chef in Panama City 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 40 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 197 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.55 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 280 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Panama City Beach usually book menus around 214 USD per person, including 4.88 courses, sharing an average of 4.75 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 Panama City 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!
Find your chef
Customize your request and start talking with your chefs.
29 Private Chefs in Panama City Beach
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More than 200 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.68 Chef
The guests in Panama City Beach have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.68.
4.06 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Panama City Beach received an average score of 4.06.
4.48 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.48 average score.
4.71 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Panama City Beach has been scored with a 4.71 on average.
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40 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Panama City Beach
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Mini crab cakes with smoked jalapeno aioli
Beef tartar with garlic aioli, capers, shallot, lemon and horseradish
Bacon wrapped gulf shrimp with sweet chili sauce
Chargrilled oysters with viet cajun butter
Classic wedge salad with black pepper buttermilk dressing, cherry tomatoes, pickled onion, bacon lardons, blue cheese
Classic caesar salad
Lil gem salad with house italian dressing
Local greens salad with citrus vinaigrette, goat cheese, and toasted almonds
16 oz ribeye with pomme puree, charred broccolini, and chimichurri
Roasted gulf fish fillet and garlic herb butter with pomme puree, charred broccolini
Buffalo fried or grilled chicken with charred creole brussel sprouts
20 oz new york strip with pomme puree, charred broccolini, and chimichurri
8 oz tenderloin with pomme puree, charred balsamic brussels, and chimichurri
Spicy seafood pasta with crawfish and conecuh sausage | hand made noodles | corn | tomato| herbs
Classic cheese cake
Bread pudding with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream
Spinach artichoke dip
Candy coated chicken wings
Charcuterie board selection of imported deli meats and cheese, spreads and dips
Bruschetta and toast
Crab and kimchi eggrolls
Korean short-rib and pickled onions street tacos
Skirt steak sliders with chimi chuuri
Lobster and shrimp fried rice
Seared ahi tuna bites with pickled apples and salmon roe
Mosaic of swordfish steak wrapped in prosciutto and served with white wine caper sauce
Beignets with whiskey caramel glaze
Assorted creme brulee
Assorted cheesecakes
Fried bread pudding with fresh whip cream
Fresh fruit parfait
Roasted breakfast potatoes
Eggs benedict
French toast casserole
Crab cakes, pickled fennel mango slaw, jalapeño aioli
Grouper bites, cajun aioli
Black bean and mushroom tostada, crema, pickled onion, jalapeno, cilantro
Charcuterie display
Bistro salad, cucumber, pickled red onion, radish, heirloom tomatoes, brie, herbed vinaigrette
Heirloom tomato, arugula, burrata, pistachio, lemon herb vinaigrette
Watermelon panzanella salad, kalamata olive, feta, calabrian vinaigrette, basil, mint
Seared red snapper, purple potato puree, roasted summer squash, black garlic citrus aioli
Quinoa crusted grouper, corn succotash, red pepper gazpacho
Chianti braised short rib, potato hash, heart cot vert
Almond cherry cake, vanilla gelato, cherry sauce
Strawberry shortcake, short bread, whipped cream
Mini choco flan and churros with dipping sauces
Fresh baked bread and seasoned olive oil
Caesar salad
Mediterranean tomato salad
Spinach and artichoke dip
Brown butter prawns
Panko crusted polenta with an olive tapande
Portorhouse for 2 topped with garlic butteer
Bone in ribeye topped with boursin cheese
Filet mignon tobbed with garlic butter
T- bone topped with boursin cheese
Pan seared seabass drizzeled with chimi churri
Lamb chops served with pan demi glace
Beef wellington for 4
Fig an goat cheese tart
Chocolate espresso cheese cake with drunken berries
Mango crème brule
Hawaiian style poke, rice + avocado + furikake aioli
Braised and grilled octopus salad + arugula + potatoes + jalapeño + smoked paprika vinaigrette
Seared red snapper + bacon dashi + bok choy
Chocolate mousse, fresh berries and whip cream
Asparagi in sfoglia /prosciutto-wrapped asparagus puffs with four italian cheeses and sun-dried tomatoes
Focaccia// italian flat bread, topped with sundrie tomato pesto, prosciutto, goat cheese, black olives/ caramelized onions, olive oil
Arancini//sicilian fry crispy rice balls, stuffed with fontina cheese/ prosciutto, and spicy marinara sauce dipping sauce
Chicken or eggplant parmesan fritters // golden brown crispy treats with spicy marinara sauce, and mozzarella
Shrimp scampi// sautee shrimps with butter garlic, white wine sauce and fresh herbs. with bread
Antipasti // cold meats, regional italian cheeses, fruits, olives, nuts, bread and crackers
Caesar salad// petite romaine lettuce, prosciutto, croutons, shaved parmesan cheese, anchovy-garlic creamy dressing
Stracciatella// italian chicken- egg drop soup. shredded chicken, spinach, basil, peas, grated parmigiano-reggiano and eggs
Salata// greens, tomato cherry, red onions, cucumber, vinaigrette
Minestrone// italian sausage/ summer vegetables, parmesan cheese, vegetable broth
Country salata// arugula, grilled and asparagus, ricotta cheese, almonds, zucchini, radishes, lemon dijon mustard vinaigrette
Caprese salad/ tomato, mozzarella di bufala. basil, balsamic glaze
Pesce del giorno (catch of the day)// pan seared fish wrapped with prosciutto, topped with pizzaiola sauce
Frutti di mare// delightful seafood and tomato stew, topped with fennel leaves and and fresh basil
Pesce del giorno// catch of the day) with salsa verde,fresh herbs, capers, and grilled fennel butter and white wine sauce
Filetto alla chianti and balsamic demiglaze
Filetto al gorgonzola// beef tenderloin, topped with a melted gorgonzola sauce, and crispy onions
Fileto alla pizzaiola// with melted fontina cheese and red pepper and salami sauce
Ossobuco, 5 hours low and slow cooked beef or pork shank in chianti red wine, stock, vegetables, and aromatics
Mediterranean stuffed chicken// spinach, artichokes, ricotta, fontina, parmesan cheeses. with creamy lemon/caper sauce
Sides (choose 2)// garlic mashed potato/ grilled or soft polenta (italian grits) /parmesan risotto/broccolini/ asparagus, / green beans
Panna-cota with wild berries compote
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
Amaretto ricotta cheesecake
Lemoncello cream pie/ crispy phyllo butter crust base, lemon zest
Crab cakes w/lemon-pepper aoli
Oysters rockefeller w/fire roasted tomato and garlic
Chef salad featuring avocados
Braised short ribs, goat cheese and polenta, roasted asparagus
Baked cod w/roasted red peppers, green beans, tuscan rice
Chicken fricassee, chateaubriand potatoes, roasted asparagus
Crab stuffed rainbow trout, braised mixed greens, and herb rice
Strawberry margarita pound cake
Steamed pear (filled with honey, spices, and pine nuts)
Chocolate cake
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 Panama City Beach.
What does a private chef service include in Panama City 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 Panama City Beach?
The price of renting a chef in Panama City 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 180 USD to 211 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 180 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 157 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 226 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 211 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 Panama City 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 29 chefs available in Panama City Beach. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Panama City 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 Panama City 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 Panama City Beach each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Panama City 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 Panama City Beach.
Cost of a private chef in Panama City Beach
The cost of hiring a private chef in Panama City 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 180 USD to 211 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 180 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 157 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 226 USD
For 2 people: 211 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 Panama City Beach?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Panama City Beach: 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 Panama City Beach!






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









