Private Chef in Show Low
Rent one of our 14 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Show Low
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Show Low in December 2021, more than 14 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Show Low and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Arizona.
Starting in 2021, 21,261 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Show Low. To book your chef in Show Low, 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 4,265 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 10,014 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.71 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 21,261 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Show Low usually book menus around 168 USD per person, including 3.34 courses, sharing an average of 4.91 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 Show Low.












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!
14 Private Chefs in Show Low
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More than 21,200 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.44 Chef
The guests in Show Low have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.44.
4.76 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Show Low received an average score of 4.76.
4.69 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.69 average score.
4.84 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Show Low has been scored with a 4.84 on average.
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4,265 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Show Low
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








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
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
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
Mini elote cups – roasted street corn with cotija, crema, chile, lime
Quesabirria tacos – slow-braised short rib, melted oaxaca cheese, consommé dip
Shrimp tostaditas – citrus-cured shrimp, avocado, salsa roja, micro cilantro
Carne asada – marinated skirt steak, fire-grilled, salsa verde
Al pastor – pork shoulder with pineapple, achiote, onion, cilantro
Nopal & mushroom (vegan) – cactus paddles, sautéed mushrooms, salsa macha
Charred jalapeños, radish, pickled red onion, queso fresco, salsas
Handmade corn tortillas (fresh-pressed)
Frijoles de olla (slow-simmered heirloom beans with epazote)
Arroz verde (cilantro-lime rice)
Chiles toreados (blistered peppers with lime & sea salt)
Mini churros with spiced mexican chocolate sauce, tres leches cake bites with fresh berries
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
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
Scallop aguachile verde with grilled shrimp
Broccoli-rabe & prosciutto dumplings, truffle broth
Heart-of-palm aguachile verde (vegetarian)
Endive with brûléed gruyère & portobello “bacon” (vegetarian)
Rhode island-style calamari
Quattro formaggi arancini with san marzano pomodoro (vegetarian)
Grilled caesar salad with crispy chickpeas (vegetarian)
Chili-verde shakshuka, grilled toast (gf) (vegetarian)
Grilled new york strip, potato pavé & gremolata butter
Green goddess paella with yellowtail, scallops, shrimp, mussels & octopus
Country-fried cauliflower, purple-potato pavé & chard (vegetarian)
Mini beef wellington, potato pavé & prosciutto-wrapped vegetables
Blood-orange tart with limoncello meringue
Chocolate soufflé with warm sauce
Pistachio baklava cheesecake with blood-orange marmalade
Flourless chocolate ganache torte with roasted-strawberry sauce (vegetarian)
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 Show Low.
What does a private chef service include in Show Low?
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 Show Low?
The price of renting a chef in Show Low 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 140 USD to 157 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 140 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 135 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 150 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 157 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 Show Low?
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 14 chefs available in Show Low. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Show Low 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 Show Low?
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 Show Low each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Show Low, 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 Show Low.
Cost of a private chef in Show Low
The cost of hiring a private chef in Show Low 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 140 USD to 157 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 140 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 135 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 150 USD
For 2 people: 157 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 Show Low?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Show Low: 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 Show Low!






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









