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 46 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 22,395 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.
Ready to book?
Talk to chefs and start planning your perfect meal.
46 Private chefs in Sedona
Your ideal private chef in Sedona, Arizona, is waiting for you.












Over 22,300 guests have enjoyed the private chef experience in Sedona
4.4 Chef
Guests in Sedona have given their private chef experience a 4.4.
4.74 Food quality
Our private chef's menus in Sedona have received a strong 4.74.
4.68 Presentation
Apart from being delicious, our chefs' dishes also look incredible, earning a score of 4.68 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 4,520 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!








Escargot à la napoleon
Tuna tartare
Heirloom tomato bruschetta on sourdough crouton, balsamic drizzle (vegetarian)
Roasted cactus, chile & corn tamales (vegetarian)
Diver scallop ceviche
Handmade hummus, dolmas, kalamata olives, grilled naan bread (vegetarian)
Grilled stuffed avocado with smoked crab or vegetarian
Goat cheese soufflé (vegetarian)
Wagyu tenderloin filet, garlic green beans, wasabi potato whip
Beef wellington, roasted veggies, garlic whipped potatoes
Pan-seared black cod, forbidden rice, braised rapini
Eggplant parmesan (vegetarian)
Crème brûlée
Profiteroles with vanilla ice cream, fudge sauce, strawberries
Dark chocolate espresso mousse with whipped cream
Poached pear melba, macerated blueberries, madagascar vanilla ice cream
Mozzarella en carrozza with marinara
Escargot à la napoleon
Grilled watermelon salad with humboldt fog cheese (vegetarian)
Tuna tartare
Lobster ravioli, saffron alfredo, parmesan crisp
Sicilian heirloom meatballs, marinara, hand-grated parmesan
Grilled stuffed avocado with shrimp or vegetarian
Falafel with hummus, avocado and tzatziki (vegetarian)
Osso buco with gremolata and risotto milanese
Pan-seared sablefish with wasabi mashed potatoes and beurre blanc
Roast chicken breast stuffed with prosciutto, spinach and gruyere, braised kale
Grilled eggplant stuffed with wild rice, tomato tapenade and feta cream sauce (vegetarian)
Affogato
Profiteroles with vanilla ice cream, fudge sauce and strawberries
Baklava with lemon curd, sweet rice and pine nuts
Roasted fig and apricot with fresh ricotta and balsamic reduction
Honey butter croissants
Garlic & herb butter croissants
Baked spinach dip with baked crostinis
Korean bbq chicken egg rolls
Bacon wrapped shrimp
Caesar cobb salad with cucumber, tomato, egg, red onion, parmesan, crouton
4 cheese creole penne pasta & fresh garlic bread with blackened chicken, sautéed shrimp, or seared steak (vegetarian option: vegan italian sausage, fried "chicken", seared "steak"
Fried salmon served with sweet potato soufflé & broccolini
Creamy tuscan chicken with spiced golden rice & sautéed spinach
Smoked turkey with wild rice pilaf and sautéed cabbage
Fried fish & smoked gouda grits
Fried chicken & waffles
Hot honey fried chicken tacos (topped with smoky cole slaw & cilantro) served with mexican street corn
Peach cobbler churro egg rolls
Fresh strawberry banana pudding
Caramel pecan french toast sundae
Spiced peach cobbler cake
Lump crab ceviche with tostadas
Empanadas (argentinian turnovers)
Tuna crudo tostadas topped with fried leek
Mexican stuffed pepper taco
Chicken enchiladas suizas
Filipino pork adobo
Khao soi (thai noodle soup)
Spicy shrimp à l'orange with coconut rice
Ny strip with compound butter and fresh tomato salad
Tiramisu
Tres leches cake
Classic crème brûlée
Tomato basil bruschetta
Chipotle chicken tostadas with avocado, sour cream and cilantro
Classic hummus with fresh vegetables and toasted baguette
Mexican shrimps cocktail with diced tomatoes, cucumbers, pimento-stuffed green olives, red onion, cilantro
Charcuterie board with cured meats, aged cheese, mozzarella balls, artisan crackers, marinated pickles, cherry tomatoes, olives
Crab cakes with wasabi aioli and pickled ginger
Creamy spinach and artichoke dip with toasted baguette
Classic wedge salad – fresh iceberg lettuce with diced tomatoes, crumbled blue cheese, bacon crumbs, drizzled with light blue cheese dressing
Mixed field green salad with grape tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and drizzled with homemade citrus vinaigrette
Caesar salad with chopped romaine lettuce, garlic herb croutons and topped with parmesan cheese
Filet mignon topped with a red wine demi glace with a side of mac & cheese and grilled asparagus
Roasted salmon over wild rice pilaf served with sauté vegetables and finished with a maple mustard reduction
Chicken francese – crunchy & juicy chicken breast roulade, stuffed with parsley-garlic butter with a side of creamy mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus
The ultimate surf and turf – prime central cut filet mignon and jumbo garlic butter shrimps with creamy mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus
New york strip steak with garlic butter, steakhouse potatoes romanoff and roasted tri-color carrots
Grilled rib-eye steak with fondant potatoes and balsamic-glazed brussels sprouts
Stuffed filet mignon oscar with crabmeat filling & bearnaise sauce, roasted fingerling potatoes and sauteed asparagus
Classic tiramisu
Crème brûlée topped with fresh berries
Banana foster with vanilla bean ice cream
Skillet chocolate chip cookie with vanilla bean ice cream finished with caramel sauce
Classic cheesecake with caramel sauce
Spinach & artichoke dip || roasted artichokes | four cheese mix | toasted baguette
Burrata & prosciutto || tomato-chipotle jam | arugula | ciabatta toast
Maple brined pork belly || white bean puree | shiitake mushrooms | shishito peppers | asiago
Ahi tuna poke || cucumber | red onion | edamame | green onion | nori | wonton
Pistachio ricotta bruschetta || ciabatta | honey | arugula
Tomato vierge bruschetta || tomato | basil | garlic | mozzarella pearls | balsamic reduction
Chopped iceberg || smoked bacon | gorgonzola | artichoke | roasted red peppers | balsamic
House salad || mixed greens | tomatoes | pecans | grilled baguette | asparagus | bleu cheese
Classic caesar salad || romaine | tomatoes | parmesan | croutons | creamy caesar dressing
Wedge salad || bacon | tomatoes | blue cheese crumbles | pickled onions | buttermilk dressing
Smoked double bone pork chop || tart cherry-red wine compote | yukon potato puree | sautéed broccolini
Pork porterhouse || apple-ginger chutney | sweet potato puree | balsamic glazed broccolini
Stuffed chicken breast || herb marinade | prosciutto | buffalo mozzarella | red pepper coulis | pesto roasted baby potatoes | butternut squash
Half roasted chicken || chimichurri | roasted fingerling potatoes | sautéed green beans
Grilled flank steak || red wine demi | roasted garlic mashed potatoes | julienne vegetables
Seared cod || lemon herb butter | spinach orzo | asparagus
Crusted new york steak| gorgonzola cheese crust | garlic mashed potatoes | ratatouille
Chocolate mousse cake || dark rum | chocolate ganache
Cherry upside down bread pudding || chocolate chips | cinnamon
Skillet chocolate chip cookie || vanilla ice cream | salted caramel sauce
Espresso shot crème brûlée || whipped cream | berries
Chocolate temptation cake || chocolate cream | hazelnut cream
Roasted butternut squash soup – spiced crème fraîche, pumpkin seed brittle (v, gf)
Heirloom beet carpaccio – whipped goat cheese, pistachio crumble, micro herbs (v)
Seared ahi tuna – sesame crust, avocado purée, ponzu glaze
Wild mushroom tartlet – truffle cream, parmesan crisp, arugula (v)
Baby gem caesar – parmesan tuile, white anchovy, sourdough crumble
Burrata caprese – heirloom tomato, aged balsamic, basil oil (v, gf)
Charred octopus salad – fingerling potato, smoked paprika aioli, pickled shallot
Shaved root vegetable salad – citrus vinaigrette, pomegranate, toasted hazelnuts (v, gf)
Filet mignon – red wine demi, pommes purée, roasted baby vegetables
Pan-seared halibut – saffron beurre blanc, asparagus, wild rice pilaf
Herb-crusted rack of lamb – rosemary jus, potato gratin, haricots verts
Wild mushroom risotto – porcini, black truffle, aged parmesan (v, gf)
Dark chocolate torte – hazelnut praline, crème fraîche chantilly
Vanilla bean and / or chocolate pot de creme
Classic crème brûlée – madagascar vanilla, seasonal berries (gf)
Lemon tart – shortcrust pastry, italian meringue, candied citrus peel
Capellini e capesante - anchor seared sea scallops atop a nest of capellini tossed in brown butter, finished with a velvety lyonnaise beurre blanc
Risotto al pomodoro bruciato - creamy risotto infused with blistered tomatoes, earthy oyster mushrooms, and pecorino romano
Caprese del bastione - a refined take on the classic caprese salad, featuring goat cheese, sun-ripened heirloom tomatoes, and a fragrant basil vinaigrette
Siciliana lobster bisque - lobster bisque infused with sicilian flavors, enhanced by truffle oil and served with crispy grilled sourdough
Filet di manzo con purè di yukon - prime new york strip atop velvety yukon and goat cheese purée, drizzled with rich bordelaise sauce, and smoky charred kale
Chicken cacciatore, root vegetable purée, red pepper gravy, romano
Vongole al vino bianco - sweet clams in a delicate white wine and garlic sauce, paired with tender orzo and vibrant heirloom greens
Tiramisu panna cotta - a decadent twist on tiramisu, featuring velvety panna cotta, smooth vanilla mascarpone, and a rich salted dark chocolate ganache
Cannoli siciliani - crisp sicilian cannoli filled with blood orange-infused mascarpone, served with rich chocolate sauce and crushed pistachios
Torta caprese con nocciole candite - a decadent chocolate cake, paired with a rich dark chocolate ganache, amaretto cherry coulis and finished with crispy candied hazelnuts
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 46 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 45.
44% of our chefs in Sedona are women.
It takes only 4 hours from your request to get the first menu.
We started our private chef service in Sedona in 2018-05-27.
25.1% of our personal chef services in Sedona include kids.
One client has booked the same private chef in Sedona 15 times.
42% 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 54.8% of our guests hire a personal chef in Sedona more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a chef for 3 days in Sedona.
We’ve uploaded over 619 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 46 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.









