Private Chef in South Daytona
Rent one of our 77 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in South Daytona
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in South Daytona in March 2017, more than 77 Private Chefs have joined our platform in South Daytona and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Volusia County.
Starting in 2017, 52,688 guests have already enjoyed a chef in South Daytona. To book your chef in South Daytona, 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 23,193 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 173,603 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.75 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 52,688 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in South Daytona usually book menus around 174 USD per person, including 4.12 courses, sharing an average of 3.97 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 South Daytona.












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!
77 Private Chefs in South Daytona
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More than 52,600 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.53 Chef
The guests in South Daytona have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.53.
4.79 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in South Daytona received an average score of 4.79.
4.74 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.74 average score.
4.85 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in South Daytona has been scored with a 4.85 on average.
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23,193 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in South Daytona
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Shrimp parmesan: large shrimp baked with a pomodoro tomato sauce, topped with mozzarella cheese, fresh parsley
Eggplant rollatini
Seafood salad: shrimp, calamari (rings only), mussels, scallops, roasted red peppers, celery, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, sea salt, red wine vinegar
Mini bruschetta toast: sliced cherry tomatoes, ricotta cheese, fresh basil, olive oil, fresh roasted garlic, balsamic glaze
Blackened shrimp sauted in tequila butter cilantro key lime sauce
Mediterranean chopped shrimp salad: chopped shrimp red onions capers scallions tomatoes lemon juice lemon zest evoo sliced green olives sea salt ground pepper
Panzanella salad: tomatoes, onions, arugula, croutons, asiago cheese, capers, sea salt, balsamic glaze, evoo
Grilled romain salad: grilled romain lettuce halves, extra virgin olive oil, shaved romano cheese, capers, balsamic glaze, sea salt
Mediterranean salad with red wine vinegar garlic and oil
Rapini garlic and oil
Beet salad bleu cheese crumbles pecans olive oil balsamic glaze over arugula and apple pieces
Braised beef short ribs: beef short ribs assorted vegetables, topped with a beef demi glaze
Chicken francese
Chicken putanesca
Filet mignon and seared scallops topped with an herbed butter
Beef oxtails: braised oxtails, assorted vegetables, red wine, fresh herbs, roasted potatoes
Filet mignon crab cakes
Blackened snapper: fresh snapper, blackened seasoning, mandarin orange, alfredo sauce
Grilled lamb lollipops topped with rosemary/balsamic glaze over a bruschetta risotto
Homemade cannoli cream mousse cups
Homemade cannoli's
Homemade chocolate cheesecake cups
Peanut butter chocolate mousse cups
Banana pudding white chocolate chip cups
Strawberry mousse cups
Tiramisu
Key lime pie mousse cups
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
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
Shrimp artichoke and spinach dip served with crostini toast
Blackened shrimp sauted in tequila butter cilantro key lime sauce
Mini florida style crab cakes served with a horse radish sour cream sauce topped with old bay seasoning
Tuna poke stuffed avocados topped with a ponzu glaze
Sliced sushi grade tuna topped with a plum sauce
Tempura battered fried shrimp with a bacon jam
Beet salad bleu cheese crumbles pecans olive oil balsamic glaze over arugula and apple pieces
Broccoli rabe: rappini garlic oil red pepper flakes chicken stock
Strawberry fruit salad: mixed greens fresh strawberries blueberries melon pieces grape slices walnuts topped with a balsamic glaze
Grilled romain salad: grilled romain lettuce halves, extra virgin olive oil, capers, balsamic glaze, sea salt, lemon, rice vinegar
Grilled peaches topped with prosciutto ham and figs
Grilled zucchini cauliflower summer squash topped with evoo sea salt white balsamic glaze
Grilled wild salmon topped with lemon butter sauce
Grilled flat iron steak topped with chimichurri sauce
Brined bone in pork chop baked to perfection topped with a warm apple jam
Blackened shrimp over a plum sauce risotto
Chicken cacciatore: chicken thighs onions bell peppers italian sausage chicken stock san marzano tomatoes italian parsley over penne pasta topped with shave parmesan cheese
Blackened chicken alfredo tossed in fettucine
Banana pudding white chocolate chip cups
Rice pudding
Mixed berry cobbler
Key lime pie mousse cups
Chocolate brownies topped with chocolate gelato
Homemade chocolate cannoli's
Gambas al ajillo// sizzling shrimp with garlic/sherry sauce. served with toast
Melitzanosalata// greek style fired roasted eggplant, garlic and pepper dip with grilled pita bread
Pinchos morunos// choose 1 ( beef, pork, chorizo, or chicken) skewer with mojo isleno verde
Empanada gallega// puff pastry dough filled with your choice of (spinach/cheese, beef or chicken) served with smoked paprika aioli
Chorizo en gabardina// spaniard chorizo wrapped with puff pastry and baked to golden brown delicious
Croquetas// creamy bechamel dough, breaded and deep fried. choice of serrano ham, shrimp, chorizo, shitake mushrooms. served with jalapeno aioli
Meatballs/ pork-beef, roasted pepper and manchego sauce
Butternut bisque// with pimenton croutons and honey cream fresh
Mediterranean salad// mix greens, cheery tomatoes, red onions, cucumber, kalamata olives, pepperoni, feta cheese, tzatziki dressing
Spring salad// greens, cherry tomatoes. pickle red onions, cucumber, peaches, manchego cheese. sherry vinaigrette
Kisir// turkish salad/ fine bulger wheat, chickpeas, golden raisins, almonds, medley peppers, red onions, garlic, pickles, parsley, mustard oil red wine vinaigrette
Gazpacho// andalusian chilled tomato, cucumber soup. perfect for summer season. summer season
Paella// shrimp, chicken, chorizo cook with rice in seafood-saffron broth/ roasted red peppers and sweet peas
Greek stuffed chicken// spinach, artichokes, kalamata, feta cheese with creamy lemon/dill sauce
Chicken zatar/ grilled, mediterranean flavors, lemon butter sauce
Musaka/ greek style eggplant-pasta lasagna
Sirloin/ grilled to perfection, garlic piquillo sauce
Flan// spanish custard creamy and deliciously addictive
Crema catalana// creamy custard with hints of orange peel and cinnamon, with caramelized cristal sugar on top
Lava cake// rich molten chocolate center lava
Baklava cheese cake// walnuts , and pasticcio crispy phyllo shell, with creamy citrus essent, and cheese creamy filling
Loukoumades// greek style fry donuts, almond-fig filling with rose/honey syrup
Baghrir/ moroccan yeast pancake dressed with fruit compote and butter honey syrup
Grilled seasonal veggies topped with balsamic reduction
Hawaiian style grilled chicken thighs topped with grilled pineapple
Grilled peaches topped with prosciutto ham and figs
Grilled oysters topped with a pancetta butter lime sauce
Grilled shrimp skewers topped with a hot honey key lime sauce
Mixed vegetable orzo pasta salad
Watermelon salad with clementine oranges figs golden raisins melon blueberries topped with honey and cinnamon
Grilled romain salad: grilled romain lettuce halves, extra virgin olive oil, capers, balsamic glaze, sea salt, lemon, rice vinegar
Cold seafood salad: calamari shrimp mussels celery corn roasted red peppers jalapenos evoo rice vinegar
Beet salad bleu cheese crumbles pecans olive oil balsamic glaze over arugula and apple pieces
Homemade fish dip on crostini toast with fresh chives
Ceviche
Grilled filet mignon/grilled shrimp topped with a bourbon butter sauce
Grilled lamb lollipops topped with rosemary/balsamic glaze over a bruschetta risotto
Grilled mahi mahi over a parmesan risotto with blackened peaches
Grilled stuffed maine lobster served with a corn relish
Grilled new york strip with seared scallops
Grilled chicken breast/grilled shrimp over caesar salad
Peanut butter chocolate mousse cups
Banana pudding white chocolate chip cups
Italian style rice pudding: arborio rice ricotta cheese golden raisins orange blossom honey blueberries greek yogurt mango pieces pineapple chunks
Carrot cake mousse cups
Homemade cannoli's
Key lime pie mousse cups
Escargot: white wine, garlic, butter
Baked clams oreganata
Mussels bianca white sauce
Mussels pomodoro red sauce
Lobster ravioli with a basil cream sauce
Blackened crab cakes topped with a honey dijon mustard sauce
Homemade shrimp dip on mini toast
Blackened shrimp sauteed in tequila butter cilantro sauce
Ceviche
Crab cakes
Shrimp mango salad
Bacon and crab stuffed mushrooms salsa verde sauce
Grilled stuffed maine lobster served with a corn relish
Chilean sea bass: baked to perfection topped with a blistered tomato, roasted garlic, fresh basil, roasted red peppers, evoo, drizzled white balsamic glaze
Grouper florentine: fresh grouper, evoo, white wine, garlic, spinach, basil, butter, heavy cream, pancetta, capers
Fresh cod via modena: pan seared cod, sundried tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, roasted red peppers, fresh oregano, roasted garlic, lemon, balsamic glaze
Baked sockeye salmon garlic herb butter
Crab and lobster putanesca sauce over penne pasta
Homemade chocolate cannoli's
Chocolate gelato
Homemade mango, blueberry, cannoli cream mousse cups
Lemon custard
Banana pudding white chocolate chip cups
Key lime pie mousse cups
Carrot cake mousse cups
Carrot cake
Mini baked eggplant towers: panko breadcrumbs eggplant eggs parmesan cheese ricotta cheese evoo pomodoro sauce fresh basil
Olive tapenade bruschetta topped with shrimp: crostini toast olive tapenade boursin cheese evoo sliced royal red shrimp
Crab salad cups: fresh lump crab meat sliced cherry tomatoes mango pieces shallots avocado pieces topped with a balsamic reduction
Homemade grilled chicken salad stuffed campari tomatoes topped with evoo sea salt
Chef sal's famous homemade meatball putanesca style: beef pork lamb meatball topped with a homemade putanesca sauce
Lobster salad cups: poached live maine lobster celery red onion sun dried tomatoes roasted red peppers mixed in a mayo honey mustard sauce topped with chives
Mixed melon salad: assorted melon pieces golden raisins feta cheese walnuts tangerine pieces topped with orange blossom honey
Grilled peach salad: grilled peaches ricotta cheese prosciutto ham
Red quinoa salad: red quinoa cucumbers cherry tomatoes celery mandarin oranges evoo sun dried tomatoes topped with a bacon ranch dresssing
Wedge salad: topped with fresh baby tomatoes, walnuts, bacon pieces, bleu cheese dressing
Grilled romain salad: grilled romain lettuce halves, extra virgin olive oil, capers, balsamic glaze, sea salt, lemon, rice vinegar
Purple cabbage salad: purple cabbage mango pieces avocado slices lemon ginger dressing topped with pink grapefruit pieces and cashews
Baked wild alaskan salmon over a cacio e pepe risotto topped baby spinach lemon butter caper sauce
Fall off the bone baby back ribs with a homemade bbq sauce served with a corn salad and asparagus tips
Grilled flank steak topped with a cilantro lemon lime butter sauce served with southern style black beans and jasmine rice
Reversed seared filet mignon over parmesan risotto with broccoli rabe
Braised beef short ribs topped with a mushroom marsala sauce served with rosemary potatoes and mixed bell peppers
Fresh baked halibut over corn grits topped with a basil garlic pancetta sauce served with a vegetable primavera
White chocolate cream mousse topped with fresh berries
Caramel graham cracker pudding topped with whipped cream
Homemade mango, blueberry, cannoli cream mousse cups
Italian ricotta cheesecake mousse cups topped with honey
Homemade tres leches cake mousse cups topped with whipped cream and cherries
Chocolate lava cake mousse cups with fresh shaved chocolate pieces
Strawberry banana parfait mousse cups
Cachapas// sweet yellow corn mini pancakes with hand cheese (venezuelan spin of mozzarela cheese)/ fresh cream/ chives. (venezuela/colombia)
Empanadas// flour dough filled with your choice of (cheese- spinach, chicken, or shrimp) served with chive jalapeno aioli (latin)
Chorizo en gabardina// latin sausage wrapped with puff pastry and baked to golden brown delicious, served with garlic-jalapeno sauce
Picanha sliders/ fired grilled picanha, thinly sliced, served in a bun with saute onions and peppers, greens
Camarones a al diabla// pan seared shrimps tossed in garlic guajillo-chipotle sauce, served with chips
Ceviche// citrus cured white fish, red onions, peppers, crispy plantains
Beets and potato salad// cilantro and orange dressing, crispy corn bits (venezuela)
Watercress ceasar salad/ bacon bits, croutons, green onions, light caesar dressing
Pizca andina/traditional soup from los andes, venezuela. chicken broth, chicken, corn, potatoes, milk, green onion, vegetables
Street corn salad/ spinach and kale, chilled roasted corn, cotija cheese and chipotle dressing
Latin caprese salad/ grape tomatoes, strawberry, cucumber, queso fresco, mint, basil
Asado negro/ slow roasted beef with dark, rich raw brown sugar and molasses sauce. (venezuelan)
Chiles rellenos // stuffed charred poblano peppers with oaxaca cheese, sirloin steak, topped with tomatillo-cilantro salsa and sour cream
Picahna// fire roasted brazilian steak, served with guacamole sauce (brasil) best steak ever!!
Chaufa, peruvian style fried rice, choose 4 ingredients (chicken, pork, beef, shrimp, squid, mussels, scallops, wild mushrooms, hardy vegetables)/ eggs, carrots, vegetables
Seafood paella// scallops, prawns, chicken, mussel, chorizo cook with rice in seafood-saffron broth/ roasted red peppers and sweet peas
Chicken breast, pan roasted with spanish sofrito sauce. bold flavors
Sides (choose 2)// rice/ wild rice/ quinoa/ beans/ 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)
Bienmesabe (4 milks cake)// yellow sponge cake soaked in a milk and coconut mixture, topped with merengue boulee (venezuela)
Churros// dip fried yucca and potato dough, served with mexican chocolate sauce or melao (raw brown sugar sauce)
Bread pudding// dulce de leche brioche bread pudding drizzle with rum cream anglaise (latin)
Flan// classic sweet and cremy latin custard. (latin)
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 South Daytona.
What does a private chef service include in South Daytona?
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 South Daytona?
The price of renting a chef in South Daytona 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 110 USD to 159 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 110 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 113 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 131 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 159 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 South Daytona?
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 77 chefs available in South Daytona. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in South Daytona 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 South Daytona?
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 South Daytona each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In South Daytona, 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 South Daytona.
Cost of a private chef in South Daytona
The cost of hiring a private chef in South Daytona 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 110 USD to 159 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 110 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 113 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 131 USD
For 2 people: 159 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 South Daytona?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in South Daytona: 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 South Daytona!






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









