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"Anoma did an excellent job with our ironing, will definitely use her services again "
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"Lovely to have at the house..prompt, great cleaning, great communication would reccomend."
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Recent Cooking reviews in NSW
Absolutely fantastic. Super. Great conversation, clearly experienced, competent, lovely. Will be using her services again for sure.
Meal Preparation
$250
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
Thank you so much Cas, what a beautiful cake you’ve made!
Custom made cake
$100
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
What's the average cost of a cook in NSW
$90 - $231
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$90
median
$150
high
$231
Average reviews for Cooking Services in NSW
based on 169 reviews
4.91
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Recent Cooking tasks in NSW
Cooking meal prep
$120
Tweed Heads South NSW 2486, Australia
25th Jul 2026
I need someone to come over for 4 hours and help me cook for the week and meal prep
Cooking and meal prep
$50
St Leonards NSW, Australia
25th Jul 2026
Cook and do meal prep for one person. Ingredients will be provided.
Cook Indian food (vegan) bulk for a week
$200
Croydon NSW, Australia
24th Jul 2026
Looking for a home cook to prepare fresh vegan Punjabi dishes in bulk once a week. Cooking for two adults and one child—need 4-5 main meals plus sides that can be portioned and stored. Must be fully vegetarian. We provide our own masalas and oil. Must have prior experience , use traditional Punjabi flavors like chana masala. Plan to cook butter panner, aloo gobi, dal, and vegetable curries. Work in our kitchen. Please share your rate per visit.
Meal prep weekly
$200
Maroubra NSW 2035, Australia
24th Jul 2026
Essentially, I would want somebody to come and cook and meal prep for me weekly weighing out my meals etc. Someone with food technology experience cooking experience preferred.
Home cooked food
$20
Westmead NSW 2145, Australia
22nd Jul 2026
Home cooked Indian meals
Cake decorator
$30
Albury NSW, Australia
21st Jul 2026
Experienced cake maker/decorator
Weekly Meal Prep Assistant University Nutrition or Dietetics Students
$20
Epping NSW, Australia
20th Jul 2026
I’m looking for a reliable Nutrition, Dietetics or Health Sciences student (ideally from Macquarie University) to help with weekly meal preparation at my home in Epping. This is an ongoing weekly role, perfect for a student wanting practical experience while earning regular income. What you’ll do: * Plan simple, balanced, high-protein meals. * Prepare approximately 10–14 meals for the week. * Portion meals into containers and label them. * Leave the kitchen clean after cooking. About me: I’m a busy professional working full-time and I’m looking for someone who can take the stress out of meal preparation. My goal is to eat nutritious, home-cooked meals consistently without spending my weekends cooking. Requirements: * Studying Nutrition, Dietetics, Health Sciences or a related field (preferred). * Confident cooking healthy meals. * Reliable and organised. * Food Safety knowledge or certification is a bonus. Details: * Frequency: Once per week (preferably Sunday, but flexible) * Time required: Approximately 3–4 hours * Groceries provided (or reimbursement if you shop) * Ongoing work for the right person When applying, please tell me: 1. What you’re currently studying. 2. Your experience with meal preparation. 3. An example of a week’s healthy meal plan you would recommend. 4. Your hourly rate and availability. I’m looking for someone who enjoys healthy cooking and would like a long-term arrangement.
Bake sugar-free cheesecake/cupcakes
$150
Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
18th Jul 2026
I need birthday cheesecake or cupcakes made, sugar free (with stevia, eritriol, or monk fruit, but no sugar). Almond flour instead of regular, as low carb as possible. Strictly no refined sugar (no canned fruit or artificial sweeteners)
Weekly meal prep cook - ongoing
$150
Milsons Point NSW 2061, Australia
17th Jul 2026
I'm looking for someone to prepare my lunches each week on an ongoing basis. I'm based in Milsons Point, Sydney, and I'm flexible whether you: - Cook in my kitchen, or - Cook from your own kitchen and deliver the meals. I'm looking for meals that are: - High protein - Fresh - Healthy - Contain vegetables - Taste like a home-cooked dinner (not typical frozen microwavable meal) Meals: I'd like 5–7 meals per week Each meal should roughly be: - 700–900 kcal - 60–90g protein - Low/moderate carbs - Healthy fats (olive oil, avocado, nuts etc. particular avocado where possible) - Plenty of vegetables, high in fiber - Low in saturated fat I don't need calories to be perfect, but I'd like meals to be reasonably consistent. Proteins I prefer: - Chicken - Barramundi - Salmon Meal styles I enjoy Examples include: - Mediterranean/Mexican/Greek/Baja Chicken Bowl - Lemon Herb or honey soy Chicken with roast vegetables - Barramundi/salmon with vegetables and rice/potatoes - Burrito bowls - curry if it meets the nutritional reqs I'm also happy for you to suggest meals. Ideally looking for ongoing weekly work - preferably can cook or delivery on a Weds/Thurs, but am open. I have all necessary appliances. Please let me know: - Your experience - Whether you cook at your place or mine - Your pricing - Whether groceries are included or billed separately, and if there is a preference for me to get them ahead of time - Photos of meals you've prepared (if available) Thanks
Meal prepping and cooking meals each week for me making my diet up.
$140
Warwick Farm NSW 2170, Australia
16th Jul 2026
Hi there, I Am recovering from a spinal cord injury and moving around is hard, and standing up for long periods of time and cooking is a difficult task for me. Also am on crutches currently. I want to find someone who can Create a meal plan and cook my food for me, probably every Sunday so it's ready for the week. Every week id give a list of meals and lunches, snacks ect mainly dinners id want made for me. Let me know your offers on Airtasker thanks.
Home cooked meals
$100
Mosman NSW 2088, Australia
15th Jul 2026
Home cooked meals / meal prep
Need 2 days meal prep done and delivered to Chifley NSW
$150
Chifley NSW 2036, Australia
14th Jul 2026
Photo 1: day 1 with fish/rice (yellow circle) photo 2: day 2 no fish and rice need only two days worth So what’s on the list in the photo x2 Need specific meal prep completed Prepped - weighed raw Wrapped and tagged (smallest disposable containers- easy for on the move) With plastic forks ready to go Everything on the list must be in the package and delivered to a residential address in Chifley Sydney on Thursday 23/07 by 12 noon
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 :)
