Private chef in Sedona
Hire a private chef in Sedona and treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind dining experience surrounded by the beauty of red rock country. Work with our 44 chefs to create a custom menu.





















Hire a personal chef in Sedona
Savor the flavors of Sedona, from locally-sourced, organic ingredients to regional specialties with a modern twist. Our chefs deliver an unforgettable dining experience in the comfort of your own home.
Since our first chef in 2018, more than 21,261 have enjoyed private dining experiences in Sedona. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or having an intimate dinner, Take a Chef simplifies the process.
Find a Sedona chef who matches your taste and budget. Let them craft a meal while you relax and enjoy the breathtaking views and your guests.












How it works
Submit your request
Describe your ideal meal, event date, and budget. No obligation.
Chat with chefs
Let them know about your likes and dietary needs to get proposals.
Customize your menu
Choose everything from the menu to the ingredients.
Book your chef
Confirm your reservation, make your payment, and get ready for a unique experience!
Live the experience
Greet your chef and enjoy delicious dishes crafted in your own kitchen.
44 Private chefs in Sedona
Your ideal private chef in Sedona, Arizona, is waiting for you.












Over 21,200 guests have enjoyed the private chef experience in Sedona
4.44 Chef
Guests in Sedona have given their private chef experience a 4.44.
4.76 Food quality
Our private chef's menus in Sedona have received a strong 4.76.
4.69 Presentation
Apart from being delicious, our chefs' dishes also look incredible, earning a score of 4.69 in Sedona.
4.84 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Sedona has been scored with a 4.84 on average.
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More than 4,265 menus crafted by our chefs in Sedona
Rent a personal chef for your home in Sedona. Ask for sample menus to get inspired. You decide what you want!








Ahi tuna sashimi
Dragon roll
Green goddess roll (vegetarian)
White-truffle edamame dumplings (vegetarian)
Gulf shrimp cocktail, chimichurri & horseradish
Scallop aguachile verde with grilled shrimp
Heart-of-palm ceviche (vegetarian)
Arroz a la tumbada – mixed-seafood rice
Green goddess paella with mussels & shrimp
Grilled octopus, scallops & mussels
Heart-of-palm & oyster-mushroom paella (vegetarian)
Japanese surf-&-turf beef & salmon
Vegan bibimbap (vegetarian)
Glass-noodle stir-fry (vegetarian)
Dumpling dim sum
Matcha & strawberry mochi (vegetarian)
Mango ice-cream with matcha modak (vegetarian)
Green-tea cheesecake (vegetarian)
Mochi trio – matcha, mango & strawberry (vegetarian)
Black raspberry & white-chocolate semi-freddo
Coconut flan with rum syrup
Mandarin & mint sorbet (vegetarian)
Flourless chocolate cake with berries (vegetarian)
Tomato basil bruschetta
Spicy tuna tartare served with sliced english cucumber rounds
Shrimp ceviche, marinated with lemon and lime juice, ripe tomatoes, mango, red onion and parsley
Jumbo shrimp with zesty cocktail sauce
Crab cakes with wasabi aioli and pickled ginger
Shrimp spring rolls with julienned vegetables and sweet chili dipping sauce
Green baby mix blend, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers drizzled with homemade citrus vinaigrette
Wedge salad – fresh iceberg lettuce with diced tomatoes, crumbled blue cheese, bacon crumbs, drizzled with light blue cheese dressing
Gourmet salad mix with julienned cucumber, dried cranberries, toasted pine nuts, feta, homemade balsamic vinaigrette
Caesar salad with chopped romaine lettuce, homemade garlic-ciabatta croutons, parmesan ribbons, caesar dressing
Cioppino - spicy fish and shellfish stew, served with toasted baguette
The surf and turf – prime central cut filet mignon, garlic butter shrimps with creamy mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus
Linguine alla pescatore - seafood pasta with shrimps, scallops, black mussels and clams in buttery white wine and tomato sauce
Perfect seafood boil in a bag - crab, prawns, kiolbasa, red baby potatoes, corn
Mixed paella with chicken, chorizo, shrimps, bell pepper and sofrito
Skillet chocolate chip cookie with vanilla bean ice cream finished with caramel sauce
Banana foster with vanilla bean ice cream
Classic cheesecake with caramel sauce
Crème brulé with macarons and fresh berries
Tuna crudo
Grilled shrimp with cilantro habanero sauce
Bacon wrapped scallops
Crab cakes
Hongos y gambas al ajillo (spanish shrimp with mushrooms)
Mexican style fish and chips
Butter poached lobster pasta
Ribeye with rosemary and seasonal sautéed vegetables
Teriyaki salmon with white rice
Tiramisu
Creme brulee
Seasonal fruit cheesecake
Catch of the day crudo with citrus and basil
Seafood mix ceviche tropical with guacamole// fish, shrimp, scallops, mango, habanero, lime, guacamole
Tuna roll curricane stuffed with crab salad// ahi tuna thin slices, shredded crab, spicy alioli, avocado
Shrimp bisque with sourdough bread// creamy shrimp sup, bread, butter
Crab cake with cream fraiche// traditional southern crabcake with fresh table cream
Shrimp empanada// corn dough turnover stuffed with shrimp
Fancy fish and chips// truffle aioli, handmade fries,
Surf and turf with beef filet and giant shrimps// grilled beef, buttered shrimps, garlic, guajillo pepper
Seafood lasagna// seafood mix, vegetables, mozzarela cheese, tomato sauce
Apple tart
Chocolate cake
Szechuan style fried green beans || dredged green beans | hoisin-oyster sauce
Chicken teriyaki skewers || sesame seed | pineapple | bamboo skewer
Seared ahi tuna bite || orange crispy rice | edamame | wasabi aioli
Pan seared potstickers || chicken or pork filling | scallion-ginger soy
Ginger chicken cups || grilled chicken | thai peanut sauce | green onions | crispy rice noodles
Five spice pork belly sliders || oyster sauce | bao buns | hoisin sauce | scallions
Sushi roll trio || spicy tuna roll | shrimp tempura roll | futomaki roll | pickled ginger | wasabi | soy sauce
Cucumber & seaweed|| sesame seeds | daikon radish | rice vinegar dressing
Spicy asian || mandarin oranges | slivered almonds | chow mein noodles | peanut vinaigrette
Tofu salad || grape tomato | cucumber | daikon sprouts | nori | furikake | sesame dressing
Grilled ribeye || ginger-soy demi | sautéed shiitake mushrooms | wasabi mash | long green beans
Grilled chicken teriyaki || blanched cabbage | steamed jasmine rice
Sesame crusted ahi || seared tuna | ginger-soy glaze | wasbi aioli | sticky rice cake | baby bok choy
Miso marinated sea bass | seared bass | mirin-ginger glaze | forbidden rice | garlic asparagus
Pineapple fried rice || cashews | onions | shrimp | curry powder
Hibachi display || beef bulgogi | chicken satay | ginger shrimp | steamed rice | sauces | kimchi fried rice
Grilled salmon || sake | mirin | green onions | ginger glaze | forbidden rice | roasted asparagus
Khao soi || flat egg noodles | curry broth | braised short ribs | mushroom medley | baby bok choy
Filet mignon || sautéed shiitake mushrooms | wasabi infused mashed potatoes | green beans
Pear in honey || ginger | honey | cinnamon | green tea ice cream
Ginger cream in pastry || phyllo dough | sesame seeds | brown sugar | preserved ginger
Mango sticky rice || coconut milk | ripe mango | brown sugar
Fried bananas || sesame seeds | coconut ice cream
Siciliana lobster bisque - lobster bisque infused with sicilian flavors, enhanced by truffle oil and served with crispy grilled sourdough
Scallops al miele with parsnip velouté & aged parmesan seared scallops delicately glazed with honey, served atop a silky parsnip purée, and finished with a dusting of aged parmesan
Taco de camarones con frijoles gigantes - a tender shrimp taco filled with creamy gigante beans, briny olives, and a sprinkle of rich manchego cheese
Vieiras al ajolli - perfectly seared sea scallops, drizzled with rich beurre noisette and accompanied by a smoky, vibrant romesco sauce
Sāmon, kabocha oroshi & miso-sesame jōsu - perfectly seared faroe island salmon, accompanied by a velvety kabocha purée (oroshi) and finished with a glossy miso-sesame glaze (jōsu)
Vongole al vino bianco - sweet clams in a delicate white wine and garlic sauce, paired with tender orzo and vibrant heirloom greens
Citrus-glazed broiled white fish with haricots verts & pearl barley - delicately broiled white fish, paired with tender haricots verts and hearty pearl barley, drizzled with a zesty citrus vinaigrette
Camarones al ajo y limón con capellini - succulent lemon-garlic shrimp served over delicate capellini, drizzled with a rich pepper and wine reduction, and topped with a fresh sprinkle of micro radish
Tiramisu panna cotta - a decadent twist on tiramisu, featuring velvety panna cotta, smooth vanilla mascarpone, and a rich salted dark chocolate ganache
Crème brûlée de dulce de leche - silky dulce de leche crème brûlée with a perfectly caramelized top, adorned with a crisp churro crumble and vibrant raspberry coulis
Gâteau au chocolat - decadent chocolate cake, paired with a vibrant cherry coulis, a delicate pistachio crumble, and a cloud of vanilla chantilly cream
Chips & salsa | guacamole | elote dip
Caesar salad with grilled corn | roasted poblanos | toasted pepita seeds
Tacos: choose 2 proteins: fajita shrimp, pork carnitas, chimichuri steak, pollo asado or fajita veg
Sour cream, guacamole, salsa, cheese, cilantro, pickled red onion, shredded cabbage
Mexican rice & charro beans
Corn & flour tortillas
Cinnamon donuts & chocolate sauce
Homemade pico de gallo with tortilla chips
Delicious guacamole with tortilla chips
Green chili queso
Elote corn salad with cotija cheese, chimayo aioli, cilantro, paprika
Built your own taco bar served with your favorite toppings shredded cheese , shredded lettuce, sour cream, diced tomatoes and red onions, jalapenos, sliced limes, fresh cilantro
Latin-spiced marinated frilled skirt steak
Grilled chipotle chicken breast
Grilled garlic-lime shrimps
Mexican rice
Corn & flour tortillas
Crisp taco shells
Tres leches cake
Mexican churros with chocolate sauce
Mousse de dulce de leche repostero (dulce de leche mousse) with fresh berries
Customize your own menu
Your personal chef will help you design the ideal menu for your event. They’ll tailor dishes to fit your budget, food allergies, and any special requests for your private dinner.








Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chefs in Sedona.
What's included in a private chef service in Sedona?
A private chef experience in Sedona includes everything from planning the menu, shopping for ingredients, preparing the meal in your kitchen, serving the dishes, and cleaning up. Tableware and glassware aren't provided, and tipping is optional.
How much does a private chef cost in Sedona, AZ?
Pricing depends on group size. For groups of 13 or more, the average cost is 140 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12, it's 135 USD, and for smaller groups of 3 to 6 people, the cost is 150 USD per person. Couples can expect to pay 157 USD. Pricing may vary depending on the season and timing of your event.
How to book a personal chef in Sedona, AZ?
Choose your date and the number of guests, and share your preferences and dietary restrictions. You’ll receive customized menu proposals and chefs' profiles, including photos of their dishes. Once you find the right chef, communicate directly to finalize the menu and book online.
How can I find a personal chef in Sedona?
Fill out a quick form to get menu proposals from our 44 chefs. Review their profiles and make your choice. If needed, we’ll keep sending more options until you find the right chef.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service in Sedona?
There’s no strict limit, but private chef services in Sedona usually cater to smaller groups, typically no more than 15 guests, to ensure an intimate dining experience.
Does the private chef cook at my house?
Yes, your private chef will cook in your kitchen. Some preparation may be done in advance, depending on the menu, to ensure everything runs smoothly on the day of your event.
Can I cook alongside the Sedona chef?
Certainly! Your private chef will be more than happy to have you join in and share some culinary tips along the way, making it a fun, interactive experience.
Are the ingredients for a private chef service in Sedona fresh?
Yes, your private chef selects fresh, locally-sourced ingredients for your meal. Only the best quality produce, meats, and seafood are used to craft your dining experience.
Are drinks included in a private chef service?
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss beverage pairings and options with your chef ahead of time.
What is the customary tip for a private chef in Sedona?
Tipping is optional, but most clients in Sedona tip around 15% of the total bill.
Key information about Sedona's personal chefs
Find out more about our personal chefs in Sedona and what they do.
Our personal chefs in Sedona, AZ, have an average age of 41.
49% of our chefs in Sedona are women.
It takes only 6 hours from your request to get the first menu.
We started our private chef service in Sedona in 2018-05-27.
18.8% of our personal chef services in Sedona include kids.
One client has booked the same private chef in Sedona 13 times.
50% increase in the number of private chef bookings in Sedona in the last year.
Our personal chefs can speak up to 3 languages.
More than 54.9% of our guests hire a personal chef in Sedona more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a chef for 4 days in Sedona.
We’ve uploaded over 606 pictures of our Sedona personal chef experiences.
It usually takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal chef in Sedona.
How many private chef services are booked in Sedona each month?
The bookings for a private chef in Sedona vary based on the time of year. To view monthly fluctuations of personal chefs in Sedona, AZ, check this table.
Renting a private chef in Sedona is a good idea any time of year, but prices can increase with demand. To ensure you get your chef for hire in Sedona, we suggest booking early.
How much does it cost to hire a private chef cost in Sedona, AZ?
The cost of a private chef in Sedona depends on the number of guests. It varies from 140 USD to 157 USD per person. For 13 or more people: 140 USD. For 7 to 12 people: 135 USD. For 3 to 6 people: 150 USD. For 2 people: 157 USD. Interested in booking? Enjoy a unique culinary experience with a personal chef from the metro Sedona area.
Remember, prices change according to seasonality and location. The chart below shows typical monthly prices for our private chefs in Sedona.
What is the most frequent type of food booked in Sedona?
Our six main types of cuisine in Sedona are Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and Latin American. However, the most requested cuisine in Sedona is Chef's special.
Our Sedona chefs can make anything you want! Our private chefs design menus tailored to your dietary needs, including fusion cuisine options. Submit your request to discover the treats crafted by our chefs.

Bring a private chef to your home in Sedona
Immerse yourself in the flavors of Sedona with dishes like mesquite-grilled steaks, local vegetables, and prickly pear-infused desserts. Whether you’re hosting a celebration or a relaxed evening with friends, a private chef in Sedona will turn any gathering into an unforgettable experience.
Take a Chef brings exceptional dining experiences to your home in Sedona. From special events to intimate dinners, we make sure every detail is perfect.
On the day of your event, your chef will gather the freshest local ingredients, prepare a mouthwatering meal, and leave your kitchen as clean as they found it.

Sedona’s top private chefs at your service
Our private chefs in Sedona are experts in their craft, many of whom have worked in renowned restaurants. With 44 skilled chefs to choose from, you’ll find the ideal chef to suit your needs.
Sedona is known for its natural beauty and unique culinary scene. Our chefs bring those local flavors right into your home, creating a dining experience that captures the essence of Sedona.

Your home, Sedona’s best restaurant
Sedona’s culinary landscape is as breathtaking as its scenery, with chefs drawing inspiration from local ingredients and global techniques. With Take a Chef, you can enjoy a personalized dining experience in the comfort of your home.






Hear from our Sedona private chefs
Experience the creativity and skill our private chefs bring to your Sedona home. Each meal is crafted to match your tastes, making your dining experience truly unique.
Hosting a dinner party in Sedona? Impress your guests with a gourmet meal tailored to your event. Trust Take a Chef to offer the finest private chef services, with local flavors and world-class quality.









