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Very enjoyable meal! Stanley did a great job making our day special.

I need a private chef

$900

I contacted Samantha through Airtasker as a private chef for a surprise birthday dinner for two. Samantha provided us with a beautiful dinner which was French inspired. The serving sizes were good and the quality of the food was wonderful. Samantha was very easy to work with and really helped to make the evening special. I'd highly recommend her for any catering job.

Require private chef for romantic surprise dinner

$400

Great job by Samantha- thanks for a great lunch! Highly recommend

Private chef Italian Mediterranean 29th Dec

$2,000

Excellent lunch for our staff. They really enjoyed it.

I need private chef

$300

Stanley was on time and provided a great experience as a private chef in the apartment for all of the guests. His food was amazing. The portion sizes were generous.

I need private chef

$280

Fantastic evening friends. A great NYE with a private chef. Friendly and reliable. Highly recommended

Private chef for NYE dinner for group 5-6

$200

What's the average cost of a private chef

$154 - $700

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$154

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$355

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$700

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Why book a private chef through Airtasker?

Whether you’re planning a party or simply want to level up your overall food preparation experience, Airtasker can connect you to a nearby private chef! It’s now easy to impress your guests with good food or treat yourself to luxurious dining in the comfort of your own home.

Hiring a personal chef used to be a far-off concept, often associated with millionaires and big estates. That’s no longer true with Airtasker! Booking a professionally trained chef to cook for you is easy and can be within your budget through our platform.

Simply put up a task and indicate when you need a private chef at home or in your party venue. Don’t forget to indicate what cuisine you prefer and your ideal budget. Taskers will then send their offers. You can look through their profiles, reviews, and ratings to help you choose the right one for you. Once you have accepted an offer, you’re all set to enjoy freshly prepared meals delivered straight from your kitchen!

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Top Private Chef related questions

When looking for a private chef, hire someone who meets your specific needs. It doesn’t matter if the chef has three Michelin stars for an Italian restaurant if you prefer Japanese cuisine. Once you put up a task and start to receive offers, take your time to go through Tasker profiles, reviews, and ratings. These will give you an idea of their experience cooking for previous clients and if they are suitable for your task.

Most private chefs on Airtasker can accommodate special requests. This can be anything from using organic ingredients and doing live cooking preparation to plating preferences. If you’re looking for catering services for 20 or more people by a private chef, make sure to book ahead of time and include your specific needs and requirements when putting up a task on our platform.

A cook is defined as someone skilled in food preparation and cooking. Meanwhile, a chef is a cook with professional training in cooking for commercial settings, such as restaurants, hotels, and cruise ships. They have taken the time to work with other master chefs to learn the craft. They can also have higher training in specific cuisines like French, Spanish, Indonesian and more. Some can also be certified in methods of cooking like vegan or halal.

Most chefs have taken up formal education to learn more about their craft. However, even if they have a diploma, they still have to go through hours and hours of training in an actual kitchen. It is also possible for someone to not have a degree in culinary arts but be a chef after years of experience working in commercial establishments or interning for a head chef.

Hiring a private chef on Airtasker is hassle-free, even up to payment. Airtasker Pay benefits both customers and Taskers on our platform. Once you have accepted an offer, your credit card or e-wallet will be charged the agreed-upon rate. However, this will only be released to your Tasker when you confirm that they have already completed the task.

Private chefs can cook in your kitchen with the ingredients that you may have. However, if you’re too busy to prepare, you can always include the grocery shopping and clean-up in the task. For those with smaller kitchens or simply prefer to have the food brought to their home or venue ready to eat, you can ask your Tasker to prepare the meals in their home and arrange pickup or delivery instead.

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What do private chef services include?

When opening up private chef jobs on Airtasker, you can fully customise the task depending on your need. You have control over the inclusions and budget so that personal chefs can prepare all food based on your preferences or requirements. This means that you can enjoy any cuisine without worrying if it meets your dietary needs. Here are some things to expect when booking a private chef near you through our platform:

In-house chef

Having a private chef at home can give any meal an upgrade. Hire a Tasker for special occasions like anniversaries or birthdays. Treat a loved one to a spread of all his breakfast favourites topped off with home-baked dessert. A professional chef can dedicate a day to create a menu and dining experience that rivals a fancy restaurant. The best part is you don’t even have to leave your home or bother with dress code restrictions. Have a candle-lit steak and wine night in your sleepwear if you want!

Meal prepping and planning

A private chef can also cook for you regularly, either preparing meals fresh daily or batch cooking a few dishes for the whole week. Feel free to let them know about your dietary requirements and preferences. They can even handle the grocery shopping for you and get quality ingredients for a full-course meal. Booking a personal chef service means your Tasker can also work with your fitness trainer or consult with a licensed nutritionist before creating a bespoke menu based on your current health status and goals.

Lastly, there’s no need to worry about cleaning up after cooking. These can all be handled by your Tasker whether they cook in your kitchen or prepare the meals in theirs and deliver it to you instead. All you need to do is sit back and savour your delicious food!

Dinner parties and catering

You can also hire a personal chef for group gatherings and events. Why bother slaving off in the kitchen to create an impressive feast? There’s also no need to arrange for pot luck any more for private dinner parties and Sunday lunches. Having a private chef for a dinner party will surely make event planning a breeze! You can enjoy your guests’ company without worries because a highly-rated Tasker has the kitchen under control. You can book catering for a small family reunion or a huge get-together with friends! Gone are the days when decadent dishes and fine dining is reserved for five-star restaurants. Transform any space into a food haven with a private chef on Airtasker!

Recent Private Chef tasks

Private chef to cook for 10 people in a corporate setting

$35

Somerton Park SA, Australia

15th Nov 2024

Private chef to cook for 10 people in a corporate setting with a kitchen and bbq area Food supplied Person must be professionally presented in chef attire! $35 per hour

Private Chef to Cater Breakfast

$200

Hahndorf SA, Australia

12th Nov 2024

Chef needed to cook breakfast/brunch for a bridal party on the wedding morning. Large cooked breakfast style.

Private Chef - Dinner For 7 Pax

$600

Bardwell Valley NSW 2207, Australia

12th Nov 2024

Hello! Looking for a Private Chef to cook for 7 of us. 8.30pm start. (we want to get the kids to bed first) We would need the chef to buy the ingredients and prepared some entrees, shared mains and shared sides. To save costs, we can just buy dessert. Thank you! Thank you!

Private chef small party

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Dromana VIC 3936, Australia

11th Nov 2024

Looking for a private chef for a hens party. 5 people in attendance, located in dromana

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Cams Wharf NSW, Australia

10th Nov 2024

Looking for a private chef to cater for my 30th birthday dinner for 19 people. Looking for 3 courses.

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Gledswood Hills NSW, Australia

8th Nov 2024

Private chef to prepare three-course meals for a dinner party of 8 people.

Private Chef for Birthday

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McKinnon VIC, Australia

5th Nov 2024

Looking for a private chef to cater a birthday dinner at my home in McKinnon for 8-10 people - hoping to spend around $70 per head

Private chef for BBQ event

$400

St Kilda VIC, Australia

3rd Nov 2024

Hi there! We are searching for a happy chef to cook up a simple BBQ for our friends and family during a celebration get together near the St Kilda beach. We are expecting around 50 guests. Food to be served between 5-7pm. Happy to chat further about details, who does the shopping of ingredients etc and receive quotes!

I need a private chef

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Mornington VIC, Australia

3rd Nov 2024

Hi looking for private chef who can cater for 8 adults and 5 kids under the age of 5. Cuisines can be Mediterranean, Asian, Italian.

Private chef

$150

Vaucluse NSW, Australia

2nd Nov 2024

Private chef to cook Japanese fusion for my wife’s bday

Private chef

$1,000

Surfers Paradise QLD, Australia

31st Oct 2024

Japanese specialised chef

Private chef - dinner for 4

$180

Bella Vista NSW, Australia

26th Oct 2024

Looking for a private chef for a dinner for 4 pax. 3 course menu ideally shared family style. Preferred cuisines but open to discussion: Japanese, Italian inspired.

Private Chef for 16 ppl in Berrima, Southern Highlands

$1,000

Berrima NSW 2577, Australia

26th Oct 2024

Private chef to come to Wembley Estate to cook for 16 people on Friday 1st Nov at 6pm. Excellent kitchen, on one of the best estates in Southern Highlands. Option 1: Plan & execute a 2-3 course meal serving per person Option 2: Plan & execute a variety of dishes designed to share for the table You will need to prepare the menu, pick up all the ingredients and bring your own knives & cooking utensils.

Private chef

$100

Beveridge VIC, Australia

20th Oct 2024

Looking for a private chef 1-2 times a week. Cooking dinner for 2 adults and 2 toddlers. Finish with desert

Private chef for afternoon lunch

$5

Sunbury VIC, Australia

19th Oct 2024

Looking to host a private lunch party for 25 people. Sit down grill lunch. Food and supplies will be provided.

Private chef

$500

Morisset NSW, Australia

15th Oct 2024

house party italian theme

Private chef for party of 6

$400

Kew VIC, Australia

15th Oct 2024

Looking to get an idea of cost to get a private chef for a special 30th birthday dinner.

Private chef for baby shower high tea - approx. 10 people

$600

Girraween NSW 2145, Australia

14th Oct 2024

We are seeking a skilled private chef to cater a gourmet high tea for a baby shower. The menu should reflect a sophisticated, hearty, and delicious dining experience, offering both savory and sweet selections. The event will have a relaxed, cheerful yet elegant atmosphere, and the food should complement this with gourmet, visually appealing dishes that are both delicious and gourmet. The baby shower theme is 'Sun'. The setting will be at our residence in an intimate setting. The kitchen is a good medium size and has an oven, stovetop, small air-fryer and microwave. Menu Requirements: Savory Items: - A selection of gourmet finger sandwiches (no red meats) - Warm savory pastries - Other elegant amuse bouche/canape style savoury items Sweet Treats: - Freshly made scones (served with clotted cream and artisanal jams). - A selection of elegant petite cakes, pastries, and tarts (At least one chocolate-based dessert and one fruit-based option) Tea Service: - We will provide a variety of fine teas and juices which we just need help serving (we have glasses, pots and tea cups). - 2 non-alcoholic signature drinks (drinks/syrups can be provided just need help with serving) Additional Details: Presentation: Dishes should be beautifully presented with attention to detail, incorporating garnishes and decorations appropriate for the baby shower theme. Dietary Restrictions: Please ensure that there are vegetarian and dairy-free options available. Service Style: Would love the food to be served on high tea serving platters (we have some, can be discussed) Service requirements: Chef to please bring all ingredients and relevant equipment (unless otherwise specified), and manage the preparation and presentation of the food. We would really appreciate a clean up of the kitchen and food tables were relevant to end the service. We are looking for a chef who can create a warm and memorable experience with food that both tastes and looks exceptional.

Had a lovely high tea baby shower catered by Chef Stanley. The finger sandwiches were our particular fave. Hearty and generous menu enjoyed by all. Cheers to Jim as well for his help. Thank you team!

Private Chef for bday dinner party, 8 guests

$550

Southport QLD, Australia

14th Oct 2024

Looking for an experienced Chef to do a three course dinner at our house to surprise, my partner and her friends on Wednesday night for her birthday. We have a great kitchen and Butlers pantry to cook from. Total 7-8 people

Looking for a private chef - Japanese fusion dinner

$330

Lidcombe NSW, Australia

13th Oct 2024

After a private chef for a birthday dinner for my partner, unfortunately my current chef had fallen sick and can no longer make it. I am after a Japanese fusion menu - seafood items preferred. Needs to be this Saturday 19th, 7.30pm please.