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Kelly was on time and super helpful. Would have her back again
Meal prep approx 3 hours a week
$175
Great job Leo, thank you! Leo assembled a trike for my son. He was very professional, friendly and did a fantastic job. Would highly recommend.
Children’s Trike put together
$50
Totally amazing service, the meals were awesome, super helpful labels for the macros and she communicated with me really well!
Macro friendly meal prep
$100
Thank you so much Cas, what a beautiful cake you’ve made!
Custom made cake
$100
What a star. Emma was sensational and took extra care with my needs. My cakes were incredible!! Thanks Emma!
50th number birthday cake
$250
Lovely lady, fulfilled task completely. Welcome back anytime. Did a great job.
Tarot Reader
$425
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Recent Cooking tasks in NSW
Cake decorater
$20
Sydney, New South Wales
8th Aug 2026
Just some frosting on a cake
Weekly batch meal prep
$400
Wareemba NSW 2046, Australia
8th Aug 2026
Weekly batch meal prep (breakfast, lunch, dinner for 4 days) & fresh baking – family of 3 (+1 on the way!) Looking for a talented cook to prepare wholesome, fresh meals for our family of 3. We need 4 days' worth of breakfasts, lunches, and dinners per week. Please note: this is a drop-off service only. You will need to cook in your own kitchen and deliver the food to us. What we need each week: • breakfast: nutritious options to kickstart the day. • lunch: convenient, healthy meals. • dinner: wholesome middle eastern or mediterranean style. • Baking: freshly baked bread loaf and bagels. • Fruit prep: fresh fruit washed and cut up for the week. • Dessert: 1 to 2 healthy sweet treats or desserts. Our preferences & dietary requirements: • No pork: we do not eat pork products. • Fresh & whole food only: we want everything prepared from raw, fresh ingredients. Please do not use highly processed foods, pre-made jars, or store-bought sauces. • Toddler-friendly & adaptable: we dont mind spice and chilli in our meals! However, please portion out the toddler’s serving before adding the heavier spices or heat to the main batch. • High hygiene standards: your kitchen and cooking process must be completely clean and hygienic. Logistics & payment: • Frequency: once a week (sunday drop-off). • Groceries: please note that your offer should cover your labour only. Groceries are a separate cost and will be fully reimbursed upon receipt. You must provide a photo or physical receipt for reimbursement. • Storage: food should be delivered in containers ready for the fridge/freezer with reheating instructions. Please reply with details of your cooking experience, how you maintain hygiene standards, and your availability. Please also provide photos of meals and baking you have made yourself. Looking forward to working with you!
Weekly Home domestic Help & Indian Meal Prep – Kellyville
$90
Kellyville NSW 2155, Australia
8th Aug 2026
We are a family of 2 adults and 2 older children looking for a reliable and trustworthy person for ongoing weekly home help in Kellyville. Tasks include: Meal prep for the week, mainly cutting/chopping vegetables and assisting with simple food preparation Familiarity with south Indian home cooking would be highly preferred Cleaning up and tidying the kitchen after meal prep General household tidying Vacuuming and mopping as needed Laundry Details: Location: Kellyville Day: Saturday Start time: Around 9:00–10:00 am Duration: Approximately 2–3 hours each week Ongoing weekly work for the right person All groceries, ingredients and cleaning supplies will be provided No personal care or medical assistance required We are looking for someone who is reliable, punctual, kind and trustworthy, ideally with previous experience in housekeeping, home help or Indian meal preparation. When making an offer, please let us know: Your relevant experience Whether you are available regularly on Saturdays Your hourly rate Whether you have experience with Indian cooking/meal preparation
Healthy home cooked means
$90
Seven Hills, New South Wales
6th Aug 2026
I’m looking for someone to come to my home in Lalor Park to cook for a small family of 2 adults and 1 child. I’m after 3-4 dinners we can work off a menu. I will provide all ingredients. We eat chicken, beef, veal, fish and vegetables. Can I please have a quote. Please let me know if you have any more questions
Need support in healthy meal prep for family in Sydney
$50
Seaforth NSW 2092, Australia
5th Aug 2026
We are a family of four needing help with health meals and meal prep
Experienced Home Cook for 2 times in week (Vegetarian | Multi-Cuisine)
$100
The Ponds NSW 2769, Australia
5th Aug 2026
I'm looking for an experienced and reliable home cook to prepare healthy meals in my home once a week on an ongoing basis. I'm looking for someone who enjoys cooking a variety of cuisines, including Mediterranean, Italian, Mexican, Thai, Japanese, Indian, Middle Eastern and modern Australian. Requirements: Experience preparing healthy, flavourful meals. Comfortable cooking vegetarian and lactose-free dishes. Able to prepare approximately 10–12 meals during each visit. Maintain a clean and organised kitchen. Happy to follow my preferences and suggest new recipes. Previous experience as a home cook, private chef or in hospitality is preferred. Ideally, you are: Reliable and punctual. Friendly and professional. Passionate about cooking. Able to provide references or reviews. Food Safety Certificate is a bonus.
High Protein Anti-Inflammatory Meal Prep (1 Main Meal Per Day)
$80
Sydney, New South Wales
3rd Aug 2026
I’m looking for someone experienced in meal preparation who can prepare one high-protein main meal per day from their home for me to collect every 4 days. I am following an anti-inflammatory diet and focusing on fat loss while maintaining muscle. My daily calorie goal is approximately 1300–1500 calories. I will already be having my own protein smoothie, oats for breakfast and other foods for lunch separately so I only require one prepared main meal per day. The meal should be: ✅ High in protein (around 40–50g protein per meal) ✅ Around 450–600 calories ✅ Nutrient-dense and made with whole foods ✅ Suitable for meal prep and reheating ✅ Support healthy weight loss and muscle preservation Preferred protein sources: 🐟 Salmon, sardines, tuna and other fish 🍗 Chicken (lean cuts preferred) 🦃 Turkey 🥚 Eggs 🌱 Lentils, beans, tofu Preferred ingredients: Plenty of vegetables and leafy greens Sweet potato, quinoa, brown rice (controlled portions) Healthy fats (olive oil, avocado, nuts/seeds) Anti-inflammatory ingredients such as turmeric, ginger, herbs, berries and colourful vegetables Please include: Your experience with high-protein meal preparation Example meals you can prepare Cost for 4 meals ($15 per meal) Whether ingredients are included ( I don’t mind to provide my own ingredients) Pickup location I’m looking for someone reliable who can provide ongoing meal prep support. Thank you 😊
Monthly In-Home Meal Prep / Batch Cooking
$320
Vaucluse NSW 2030, Australia
3rd Aug 2026
Looking for someone reliable and experienced with meal prep/batch cooking to come to my home in Vaucluse once per month and prepare approximately 48 meals. All ingredients, recipes, quantities, cooking equipment and kitchen facilities will be provided. There is no shopping or meal planning required — the role is simply to prepare and portion the meals according to the provided instructions. Each monthly session involves: 24 × chicken meals, each containing: * 250 g grilled chicken breast * 1 whole sweet potato (cubed and baked in oven) * ¼ white onion * ⅙ red capsicum * Handful of spinach * 10 g walnuts 24 × dinner meals, each containing: * 450 g protein — 6 salmon, 6 barramundi, 6 kangaroo and 6 turkey breast * ½ cup cooked French lentils * ½ cup cooked tri-colour quinoa * 1½ cups mixed peas, corn and carrots * 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil after cooking Everything will need to be cooked, portioned into individual meals and the kitchen cleaned afterwards. The cooking itself takes approximately 5–6 hours once familiar with the process, but I would allow around 7 hours for the first session, particularly while learning the workflow. I’m looking for someone who is reliable and interested in ongoing work approximately once per month Ideally looking for someone who can start this week. If the first session goes well, I’d like to have the same person return each month and make the process very consistent.
Weekly 2hrs mums help
$60
Epping, New South Wales
3rd Aug 2026
I wish to have someone 2hrs help every week. I just need help mid week. Getting my dishwasher empties, wiping down spill, nothing serious. Help me in the kitchen with dinner, prep lunch 20mins housekeeping Vaccum, picking things , load the dishwasher etc
Seeking Weekly Meal Prep Cook – Healthy food
$140
Winston Hills NSW 2153, Australia
2nd Aug 2026
We are looking for a reliable cook to help a two-person household with our weekly meal prep. We focus on healthy eating and need someone to prepare a batch of meals once a week to keep us on track. Role Details & Requirements: Volume: 20 portions total per week (10 meals x 2 people). Cuisine & Recipes: Primarily healthy Indian and Chinese dishes but open to other cuisines. Frequency: Once a week (specific day and time are flexible for the right person). Compensation: $100 flat rate per week for your labor. Location: In our home kitchen in Winston Hills. Close to multiple bus stops. Groceries: We will handle the ingredient shopping. If you are experienced in batch cooking and this sounds like a good fit, please reach out with a bit about your cooking background and your availability!
I need to hire a freezer asap for 55 cakes please
$50
Bardwell Valley NSW 2207, Australia
2nd Aug 2026
I need a freezer I can hire for this week for 55 cakes please help
Meal Prep & Cooking Helper Needed (Trial – Ongoing Potential)
$150
Earlwood NSW 2206, Australia
30th Jul 2026
Looking for someone reliable to come into our home and cook plus meal prep. On the day you come, you'll cook lunch and dinner for us fresh, and also prep enough components/ingredients to cover the next 2–3 days of quick meals. What's involved: Cooking a lunch and dinner on the day (mix of Thai, Mexican, Italian/pasta, and a bit of Indian) Prepping ingredients, sauces, marinades, and bases for us to quickly finish or assemble over the following 2–3 days Basic kitchen organisation and cleanup as you go Details: 3–4 hours per session $150 per session This is a trial session first — if it goes well, we're looking for someone on a regular basis (at least 2days/week) Must be efficient in the kitchen, comfortable cooking and prepping across multiple cuisines with minimal supervision Ideal for: someone with home cooking or prep-cook experience who enjoys international flavors and can move quickly without sacrificing quality. Please message with a bit about your cooking background/experience.
Meal prep food
$150
Sans Souci NSW 2219, Australia
1st Jul 2026
I have all the stuff but no time. Need someone to meal prep my weekly meals and have them ready to eat. I have containers and food ready to go. Just bring yourself. Cooking experience is needed as I prefer someone knows how to cook it right . Electric Stove. Need prep for 7 days. This will be on going
Very smart and helpful.. Knows how to cook well
Man required to be Santa for a dog event
$90
Newtown NSW 2042, Australia
29th Jun 2026
I require a Santa for a doggie event for pics with people & their pooches Midday -1.30pm 18 July Bank hotel I have Santa outfit to provide Must like dogs Must be friendly outgoing person
Did a great job bee professional
Meal prep for the week
$10
Queanbeyan NSW 2620, Australia
10th Jun 2026
We are looking to pay someone to cook our meals for us for the week. This will be 2 meals a day for 2 adults. Happy for you to cook at your own place or ours Open to all quotes, thank you
Anoma cooked delicious food for us! We will book her again for this week
Cleaning and some meal preparation
$25
Lilyfield NSW, Australia
23rd May 2026
I am looking for a reliable, efficient and hardworking helper to assist around the house with general cleaning and some light kitchen support as I have chronic pain. Tasks include: * Cleaning (dusting, vacuuming, mopping, keep bathroom clean, keep kitchen clean) * Dishes and basic kitchen clean-up * Laundry (washing / folding) * Light assistance with meal prep / cooking Property: 1 bedroom apartment Date & Time: I am flexible on days and times but I need someone very reliable that shows up when they say they will. What I’m looking for: * Someone active, organised, and proactive * Good attention to detail – must leave the place neat and tidy * Able to take initiative rather than needing constant direction Hourly rate $25 I want to give this work to somebody that really needs the money and work. Please NO companies or businesses only individuals who really need the work.
I would definitely hire her again, she went above and beyond. She was fantastic!!
Meal preparation and light household help in the Sydney/Lidcombe area.
$150
Lidcombe, New South Wales
6th May 2026
My partner has some food intolerance issues, so we are looking for someone who can prepare simple, healthy, fresh meals with care. We generally eat Chinese and Mediterranean-style food. The role involves cooking 2 meals and some light kitchen/house cleaning. You may stay approximately 3–5 hours per visit, depending on your availability and arrangement. We generally require meals for 5 days per week. You may come daily or every second day, depending on what works best. Please introduce yourself and let us know: 1.What type of cooking you are experienced with 2.Your availability 3.Your expected rate(daily/every second day) 4.Any previous cooking or home assistance experience
good service nice food!
Meal prep Chef
$150
North Bondi NSW, Australia
4th May 2026
Looking for a Weekly Meal Prep Chef. I’m looking for someone to handle my weekly meal prep every Sunday. How it will work: I’ll set up a group chat with my personal trainer He’ll provide recipes plus a full grocery list every Thursday for the following week. You’ll be responsible for ordering the groceries. Prepping for 5 days, 3 meals a day. I will provide glass Tupperware. Meals to be cooked at your residence and delivered Sunday afternoon. Please let me know if you’re interested and also your experience :)
Rodrigo was super friendly and knowledgeable in his trade. He communicated perfectly and delivered his service perfectly. Would recommend him to anyone for any meal prep needs!
Meal preparation
$80
Darling Point, New South Wales
27th Apr 2026
Looking for someone to cook meal preps once a week for weekly lunches/dinners. 3 or so different basic meals. I will buy ingredients. Feel free to send quotes through and what kind of food you cook. Thanks!
Food is great. Easy to deal with.
Household Assistant – Bathroom Clean + Meal Prep
$30
Bondi Beach, New South Wales
24th Apr 2026
🏠 Household Assistant – Bathroom Clean + Meal Prep | Bondi I'm looking for a reliable, switched-on household assistant! Think of it as being a trusted extra pair of hands: you'll help keep my studio running smoothly so I can focus on everything else. What's involved (once a week, ~2–4 hours): 🧽 Bathroom clean — a thorough weekly clean of my bathroom (studio apartment, so it's compact and manageable) 🥘 Meal prep — batch cooking/prepping a week's worth of healthy meals for one person. You're welcome to prep at yours and drop off, or work in my kitchen — though please note it is a small studio kitchen, so please factor that into your approach The role in a nutshell: Once a week or fortnight to start, with potential to expand You set the rhythm that works for both of us I'll provide groceries and containers (or we can discuss) Recipes and preferences can be shared in advance - I'm easy to work with Who I'm looking for: Reliable, self-directed, and trustworthy Comfortable in a small kitchen and confident with batch cooking basics Based in or near the Eastern Suburbs 📍 Location: Bondi, Sydney 📅 Frequency: Weekly (ongoing, starting with a trial session) 💰 Rate: Please quote your hourly rate - happy to discuss based on experience If this sounds like you, please share a bit about your background, what you typically charge, and your usual availability. Looking for someone I can build an ongoing, reliable arrangement with. 🙏
Amazing work! Will use Emily and her lovely daughter again for help. Thank you both :)
