Private Chef in Yucaipa
Rent one of our 153 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















How much does a private chef cost in Yucaipa?
For 6 people in Yucaipa, a private chef costs less than dinner out.
AVERAGE PRICE · 6 GUESTS
1,050 USD
175 USD per guest · everything included
What's included
- Chef comes to you
- All ingredients sourced and bought
- Full meal cooked in your kitchen
- Spotless kitchen afterwards
HERE'S THE REAL BREAKDOWN
- 2 guests215USD / guest = 430 USD total
- 4 guests175USD / guest = 700 USD total
- 6 guests175USD / guest = 1,050 USD total
- 8 guests166USD / guest = 1,328 USD total
- 10 guests166USD / guest = 1,660 USD total
- 13+ guests181USD / guest = 2,353 USD total
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.
153 Private Chefs in Yucaipa
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More than 120,600 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.48 Chef
The guests in Yucaipa have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.48.
4.77 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Yucaipa received an average score of 4.77.
4.7 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.7 average score.
4.78 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Yucaipa has been scored with a 4.78 on average.
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34,265 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Yucaipa
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Charcuterie, cheeses & cracker
Seasonal ravioli & sage brown butter sauce
Four cheese pizza
Mediteranean orzo salad: artichoke, pepper, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olive & herbs
Arugula salad, pears, artichoke, crouton & white balsamic vinaigrette
Chicken caesar salad
Tomato basil soup, crouton & herbs
Shrimp scampi: linguini pasta, baby heirloom tomatoes, parmesan cream
Short ribs pasta, parmesan cheese, gremolata
Black angus new york steak with cauliflower, green beans, parmesan cheese potato gratin, mushrooms ragout
Pan roasted new zealand snapper, roasted baby potatoes, green beans, glazed carrots & orange brown butter
Cheese cake : berries coulis & strawberries
Tiramisu & shaved chocolate
Lemon tiramisu
Chocolate chocolate mousse cake: berries, berries coulis
Assorted cheese & charcuterie platter
• ginger carrot soup with coconut milk and orange zest
Roast dry aged salmon over chimichurri
Lamb tagine : slow-braised lamb with apricots, cauliflower, chickpeas & saffron couscous
Chocolate chocolate mousse cake: berries, berries coulis, walnut dust
Cheese cake : berries coulis & strawberries
Assorted cheese & antipasti platters
Mini beef slider
Duo of crostini: artichoke & tomatoes
Truffle flatbread
Calamari friti : lightly fried squid with lemon aioli & smoked paprika
Salmon ceviche with blue corn chips
Roast duck quesadilla
Japanese fusion salmon ceviche
Crab meat orrichiette
Seasonal ravioli with sage brown butter sauce
Chicken pot sticker with ponzu dipping sauce
Chicken lettuce cup 5 spice marinated chicken, scallion, shaved onion, peanuts
Classic aranchini
Mushroom risotto
Chicken caesar salad
Spicy sausage with parmesan polenta
Clam chowder
Pan roasted rib eye with spice pan glaze sauce
Roasted chicken tight with roasted salsa
Roast dry aged salmon over chimichurri
Whole roasted branzino served with olive tapenade
Parmesan chicken breast with caper butter sauce
Bbq ribs with smoked tangy bbq sauce
Garlic butter shrimp over garlic butter rice
Crab cake with mustard aioli ( additional $15/person)
Grilled lobster tail with cajun butter garlic sauce ( additional $25/person)
Cheese cake with berries compote
Tiramisu & shaved chocolate
Chocolate mousse cake walnut dust, macerated berries, strawberry reduction
Classic creme brûlée
Churros & ice cream
Coconut bread pudding & cookies crunch ice cream
Greek mezze platter: e.g, 2 types freshly made hummus, olives, fresh veggies, pita etc
Greek meatball with mint chutney
Greek lemon potatoes
Greek wedge salad
Red snapper, pickled red onion , greek lemon potatoes
Meat course
Chocolate baklava (handmade)
Greek butter cookies
Bruschetta
Cheese and charcuterie board
Fried mozzarella with marinara
Fried risotto ball (arancini) with home made marinara, parmesan crisp and basil chiffonade
100 anniversary tijuana cesar salad
Caprese salad
Rice
Antipasto salad
Minestrone
Fried squash blossoms with honey pesto yogurt
Carpaccio on a crostini with citrus, capers and parmegiano reggiano
Ribollita soup
Mushroom cream soup
Cioppino
Chicken parmesan with pasta and homemade marinara
Shrimp carbonara
Filet mignon with grilled asparagus and garlic parmesan mashed potatoes and red wine reduction
Braised short rib and polenta
Wagyu spaghetti and meatballs
Chicken gnocchi pesto
Handmade lasagna bolognese
Seabass(if available) al cartoccio with herbs, lemons, capers and cherry tomatoes
Macadamia, orange and basil crusted halibut and garlic parmesan mashed potatoes with orange beurre blanc sauce
Special of the week ( message me for details! )
Mini chocolate cheesecake
Apple cobbler
Tiramisu
Creme brulee
Coconut kahlua flan
Cheese and charcuterie board with a mix of domestic and imported cheese and meats, candied nuts, jam, pickled mustard seeds, tappenade, balsamic glaze, local honey and berries
Ahi poke wontons: homemade ahi poke wonton with sashimi grade tuna
Black bean chipotle lobster tostada: butter poached lobster tail, sauteed with garlic and cream on a black bean tostada, topped with imported cotija cheese, mexican sour cream, pork rinds, avocado and cilantro
Baja ceviche shooters: ensenada style with shrimp, cucumber, carrots, ginger, lime, red onion, avocado, cilantro and cherry tomato
Guacamole tatemado with pork rinds and tortilla chips and plantain chips
Fried risotto ball with marinara and crispy parmesan
Hickory smoked crudo (fish or scallop) with orange, lime, mirin, ginger, cucumber, serrano, habanero and cilantro marinade topped with avocado, cherry tomato, pickled red onion and cucumber
Chicken and waffles with candied bacon bits
Puree flight: assortment of fine purees including: pineapple kahlua, esquites (mexican street corn), caramelized onion, huitlacoche (corn truffle and black bean), chocolate chili,
100 anniversary tijuana cesar salad
Spring mix salad: mixed greens with balsamic, honey and mustard vinaigrette with cucumbers, carrots and cherry tomatoes
Caprese salad: traditional caprese salad with heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, basil, extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze
California caprese: panela cheese, heirloom tomatoes, cilantro, pickled red onions and spicy matcha salsa
Aztec tortilla soup with tortilla strips, imported panela mexican cheese, avocado and sour cream. traditional tortilla soup with guajillo and chipotle
Chicken tom kha soup: coconut based broth with mushrooms, chicken cilantro and tomatoes
California gazpacho: with roasted corn, avocado, mexican sour cream, cilantro
Crema de maiz- maize cream soup with whipped sour cream and huitlacoche
Arroz negro- jazmine rice blackened with ashes and huitlacoche served with imported cheese and mexican crema
Carnitas taco with citrus and tequila reduction
Tortitas de papa: potato cakes with a corn and citrus salsa and arugula
Steak (filet mignon) and garlic parmesan mashed potatoes with roasted honey rosemary veggies
Braised short rib and grits with red wine reduction
Macadamia, orange and basil crusted halibut and garlic parmesan mashed potatoes with orange beurre blanc sauce
Sesame seared tuna with mango, pineapple, habanero salsa, ponzu and white jazmine rice
Teriyaki mahi mahi with king trumpet mushrooms, green onions and grilled squash
Blackened salmon with greek lemon rice and grilled squash
Swordfish picatta with grilled asparagus and lemon beurre blanc sauce
Garlic shrimp skewers with honey rosemary vegetables
Fish on lentils with honey cream and herb medley
Trout almondine with garlic parmesan mashed potatoes and lemon beurre blanc
Harissa marinated pan seared chicken with arugula salad and honey rosemary potatoes
Special of the week ( message me for details! )
Apple cobbler
Assorted homemade cookies
Bread pudding
Coconut kahlua flan
Tiramisu
Creme brulee
Burrata, beetroot and blackberry, whipped honey goat cheese salad
Leek and celery smoked soup
Filet mignon
Mini chocolate dome mirror glaze cake
Shrimp & mango salad — succulent shrimp with sweet mango, tomatoes and fresh greens, finished with a bright citrus dressing
Beef empanadas — golden, flaky argentinian pastries filled with savory seasoned beef, hard boiled egg, and aromatic spices
Spinach & ricotta empanadas — crisp, golden pastries filled with a vegetarian ricotta and spinach filling
Gazpacho — refreshing spanish chilled tomato soup with cucumber, peppers, and extra virgin olive oil
Prawns & prosciutto — succulent prawns wrapped in savory prosciutto di parma
Spinach & béchamel lasagna — layers of pasta, tender spinach, creamy béchamel, and melted cheese
Chicken & vegetable paella — spanish-style saffron rice with tender chicken and seasonal vegetables
Spaghetti alle vongole — spaghetti with tender clams, garlic, parsley, and extra virgin olive oil
Seafood tacos — prawn tacos on corn tortilla with creamy guacamole, "pico de gallo" and creamy sauce
Lemon marinated chicken tacos — on corn tortilla, with creamy guacamole, "pico de gallo" and spicy sauce
Argentinian beef milanesas — crispy breaded beef cutlets, golden on the outside and tender inside
Argentinian chicken milanesas — crispy breaded chicken thighs, golden on the outside and tender inside
Haddock fillet — delicate, flaky haddock cooked sous vide
Salmon fillet with romesco — salmon fillet paired with a rich spanish roasted pepper romesco sauce
Chocolate & walnut brownie — warm chocolate and walnut brownie served with vanilla ice cream and a touch of dulce de leche
Classic spanish flan — silky caramel custard served with whipped cream
Caramel crêpe — delicate crêpe filled with dulce de leche and served with whipped cream
Chocolate crêpe — delicate crêpe filled with italian nutella and served with whipped cream
A personal chef for any occasion in Yucaipa
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Yucaipa in September 2016, more than 153 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Yucaipa and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in San Bernardino County.
Starting in 2016, 120,697 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Yucaipa. To book your chef in Yucaipa, 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 34,265 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 80,370 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, 120,697 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Yucaipa usually book menus around 185 USD per person, including 3.37 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 Yucaipa.












Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Yucaipa.
What does a private chef service include in Yucaipa?
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 Yucaipa?
The price of renting a chef in Yucaipa 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 181 USD to 215 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 181 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 166 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 175 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 215 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 Yucaipa?
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 153 chefs available in Yucaipa. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Yucaipa 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 Yucaipa?
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.
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.








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How many chef services are booked in Yucaipa each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Yucaipa, 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 Yucaipa.
Cost of a private chef in Yucaipa
The cost of hiring a private chef in Yucaipa 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 181 USD to 215 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 181 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 166 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 175 USD
For 2 people: 215 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.
Private chefs registrations
After many years of offering our services, we are lucky to have a fantastic team of chefs that keeps growing in Yucaipa!
1 personal chefs register with us every month. Our verification team reviews these new chef profiles daily to categorize them, allowing you to discover incredible new chefs every month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Yucaipa?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Yucaipa: 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 Yucaipa!

The best Private Chef at your disposal in Yucaipa
A first date, an anniversary, a birthday celebration or just a night out with friends. Every occasion is a perfect excuse to indulge yourself and your loved ones with the luxury of having a personal chef. Take your celebrations to another level and amaze with Take a Chef.

An innovative dining experience
Who would mind having a nice meal without breaking a sweat after a long day of work or traveling or just because you want to surprise your friends, family or other ones? All this can happen with Take a chef, you can have your own chef at your home, in your kitchen. First step, you can select the meal that you would like to eat and the time. Secondly, our personal great selection of personal chefs will study your request and send their proposals by taking into account your preferences, and lastly, on the D-Day the chef will take care of the ingredients, cooking, service and the cleaning so you can have the wonderful eating experience you were expecting.

The best gastronomy in Yucaipa
Place your request on our site stating your food preferences, dietary restrictions, date and any additional information you consider important for our chefs to know. They will then work on tailored proposals for you to choose from and after you've made your choice, you'll only need to sit back and enjoy. Your chosen chef will take care of the shopping, cooking, table serving and the cleaning!






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









