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Recent Cooking reviews in South East Melbourne
Pleasant and approachable communication, great food choices and well cooked. Excellent cleaning. Thanks!
Private chef for dinner for 2
$300
Rimplejit was very good and completed the task nicely
Cooking Vegetarian Indian food
$65
Highly recommend. Friendly, professional, timely, knowledgeable, efficient, easy to talk to and punctual. Thanks Lisa!
Meal Prep & Cook 20 meals for 3 & 5yr old
$180
Very professional and our client enjoys session with her
Need someone to do cooking lesson for our client
$150
Alex's cake was just as we ordered. We were so happy with how it turned out, both in looks and taste! Would definitely recommend her to all. Thanks again!
Specialty cake my husband's 40th birthday for 40 people
$200
Julia was able to work with me and offer many delicious sounding options for home cooked meal delivery. The meals were vegan and she was understanding of me wanting to eat mainly whole foods within that. I haven’t tried the food yet but it looks great, Julia listened to what I was interested in and when it was ready she delivered the food promptly. Highly recommend Julia as she is friendly engaging and easy to work with.
Home cooked vegan meals
$50
What's the average cost of a cook in South East Melbourne
$75 - $295
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$75
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$150
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$295
Average reviews for Cooking Services in South East Melbourne
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4.78
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Home cooking
Want fresh meals in your home? Your home chef can either offer regular home cooking services where they cook multiple nights per week, or provide a one-off meal if you just need occasional help. Your private chef will ask if you have any food preferences or intolerances, how many people they need to cook for, and what appliances and equipment they can use. They’ll usually plan the meals ahead of time, purchase the ingredients, and freshly cook the meals in your kitchen, and then clean up before they go.
Baking
Want to impress your best friend with an amazing cake for her birthday party? Or perhaps it’s your turn to bring some baking to work for morning tea? Hire a pastry chef or professional baker to create a cake, biscuits, muffins, or something else tasty. They’ll ask you how many people you’re baking for, any flavour preferences, and any special decorations you’d like. Your baker will bake at their place and deliver the finished product to your home or office once it’s ready.
Dinner party chef
If you’re planning a dinner party with friends, why not hire a dinner party chef to help take all the stress out of hosting? Your professional cook will contact you to confirm the number of guests, what courses/canapes you’d like, and whether the event is formal or informal. They’ll usually prepare most of the food where the event is being held (whether at your home or at a venue) and clean up the kitchen after they’re done.
Specialty cooking
Cooking paleo, vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free can be a challenge, whether it’s for yourself, a family member, or for an event you’re catering. Fortunately, many cooks are experienced with a range of different food requirements, including food intolerances, special diets, and allergies. When you hire a cook, they’ll choose recipes and ingredients that are suitable, confirming any dietary requirements before they get started. They’ll be careful to avoid cross-contamination if they’re preparing alternative meals for certain members of your family or party.
Meal preparation & planning
If you struggle to come up with meal ideas and always find yourself short of time throughout the week, why not hire a cook to prep your meals for the week? Your personal cook will confirm how many meals you’d like, the number of people, and if you have any preferences. They’ll choose meals that keep well and are easy to store, and taste great fresh or reheated. They’ll either prepare the food in your kitchen (cleaning up afterwards) or drop your freshly prepared meals off when they’re done, packaged and ready for the fridge or freezer.
Recent Cooking tasks in South East Melbourne
Weekly meal prep
$50
Oakleigh VIC 3166, Australia
24th Apr 2026
We are looking for someone for 3-5 hours to do weekly meal prep. Food, equipment & recipes provided, $50 p hr.
Meal prep for weekly freezer meals for couple
$150
Dalmore VIC, Australia
22nd Apr 2026
Hi, We're a couple based in Dalmore, VIC, looking for a reliable home cook to prepare a full week of meals for us — every lunch and dinner, 7 days a week, for 2 people. This is an ongoing weekly arrangement — great steady work for the right person. What we need each session : 7 lunches × 2 portions = 14 serves 7 dinners × 2 portions = 14 serves 28 portions total, batch-cooked, portioned, labelled and freezer/fridge ready A varied, balanced menu — soups, stews, curries, pasta bakes, frittatas, grain bowls, etc. Kitchen cleaned and tidied after cooking We're happy to discuss the weekly menu together in advance. No major dietary restrictions — we eat everything. Logistics: Cooking in our home in Dalmore We provide all ingredients (purchased in advance, or reimbursed on receipts — to discuss) We provide all containers and labels Estimated session time: 6–8 hours (one full day per week) Preferred day: Wednesday or friday — flexible for the right person What we're looking for: Confident with batch cooking and portion control Good food hygiene and kitchen organisation Reliable, punctual, happy working independently No professional qualification needed — an experienced home cook is perfect Own transport required (rural location) Budget: $150 per session (labour only, ingredients not included) Please introduce yourself, tell us a bit about your cooking experience and what kinds of meals you enjoy making, and let us know your availability and expected rate. We're looking for someone to work with long-term! 😊 📍 Location: Dalmore VIC 3981
Task Title: Home Cook Needed – Weekly Meal Prep (Mount Waverley)
$30
Mount Waverley VIC 3149, Australia
20th Apr 2026
Task Title: Home Cook Needed – Weekly Meal Prep (Mount Waverley) Description: Hi there, I’m looking for someone who can come to my home in Mount Waverley once a week for around 3–4 hours to help with cooking and meal preparation. Ideally, you would: * Prepare a few healthy, home-style meals for the week * Be comfortable cooking a variety of dishes (open to cuisines) * Help with basic kitchen clean-up after cooking All ingredients will be provided, but happy to discuss meal planning if needed. Details: * Location: Mount Waverley * Frequency: Once a week * Duration: 3–4 hours per visit * Flexible with day/time If you’re experienced in home cooking or meal prep and reliable, I’d love to hear from you! Thanks so much 🙂
Home cooking and cleaning
$100
Narre Warren, Victoria
19th Apr 2026
50/hr House cleaning. Chores and meal prep/cooking Type of clean: Regular Number of bedrooms: 3 Number of bathrooms: 2 Equipment and supplies: Tasker must provide
Indian meal prep for the week
$140
Narre Warren VIC 3805, Australia
15th Apr 2026
I am looking for a reliable, experienced cook to prepare weekly Indian meal prep at my home (approx. 4–5 hours). Requirements: Mix of veg + non-veg Sampls weekly prep : 2 sabjis, 2 dals 1 chicken dish + grilled chicken ~15 rotis + parathas (freezer-friendly) Salads, cut fruits, boiled eggs Breakfast prep: poha, upma, omelette Must be professional, punctual, and dependable (no last-minute cancellations please) Kitchen must be left clean and meals portioned for the week. Ongoing weekly work - if we're a good fit Preferred day is Monday Rate is per hour
Indian meal prep for the week
$35
Lyndhurst VIC 3975, Australia
14th Apr 2026
I am looking for a reliable, experienced cook to prepare weekly Indian meal prep at my home (approx. 4–5 hours). Requirements: Mix of veg + non-veg Sampls weekly prep : 2 sabjis, 2 dals 1 chicken dish + grilled chicken ~15 rotis + parathas (freezer-friendly) Salads, cut fruits, boiled eggs Breakfast prep: poha, upma, omelette Must be professional, punctual, and dependable (no last-minute cancellations please) Kitchen must be left clean and meals portioned for the week. Ongoing weekly work - if we're a good fit Preferred day is Monday Rate is per hour
Indian cook home cooking - hourly rate
$30
Mount Waverley VIC 3149, Australia
12th Apr 2026
Indian cook to come home and cook veg food , less spicy . The mentioned rate is per hour .
Home cooking services
$35
Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia
29th Mar 2026
Hi Requirments -Gujarati Food, Not too spicy food - Food for 5 years old -Must know how to make Bajari rotla, Bhakhari - Alternate day cooking - Timings and days of cooking can be discussed -per hour rate - price can be discussed.
Birthday cake / wedding cake making available
$100
Pakenham Upper VIC, Australia
26th Mar 2026
I am offering my services of cake decorating i do from my home. I have baked birthday and wedding cakes for years and do not over charge. I do the prices based on what kind of cake and decorations you require or if you are supplying the decorations or you would like me to take care of that. I'm a stay at home mum and just want a bit of extra cash .please message me for a quote and please attach a picture of what kind you were looking for. Kind regards Rebecca
Home cooking
$100
Clyde North VIC, Australia
12th Mar 2026
Help with home cooking Indian/asian food types Flexible days 2-3 hours per week
Meal Prep service required weekly
$100
Clyde North VIC, Australia
4th Mar 2026
Requiring meal prepping services. No dietary requirements but prefer higher protein, lower carb meals that are macro friendly. I usually prepare pastas, rice dishes and salads but do not have the time anymore and so will require 10x dishes per week (roughly)
Help in the house cleaning everything and ligh meal preparation
$10
Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia
24th Feb 2026
🧹 General Cleaning • Full vacuum of all rooms • Mop all floors • Dust all surfaces • Clean mirrors and glass • Clean inside windows, doors, and door handles • Empty all rubbish bins. 🛏 Bedrooms • Change bed sheets • Make the beds 🛁 Bathrooms (thorough clean) • Clean toilet • Clean shower • Clean bathtub • Clean sinks and surfaces • Polish mirrors 🍽 Kitchen • Wash dishes and cooking pots, dry and put away • Clean microwave (inside and outside) • Clean oven (inside and outside) • Clean stovetop • Clean kitchen splashback • Wipe appliances (fridge exterior, oven, dishwasher. 🧺 Laundry • Clean laundry room • Fold laundry and put away 🌿 Outdoor • Clean alfresco area • Mop alfresco floors •. Clean balcony and mop
Meal prep for 1
$150
Cranbourne West VIC 3977, Australia
19th Feb 2026
i’m in need of meal preparation for weightloss with specific calories and protein goals. i’m a very busy mum that often doesn’t have time to make them myself Lunch and Dinner only (PCOS/POTS friendly)
Labubu cake for this Sunday
$100
Mount Waverley VIC, Australia
19th Feb 2026
Needing a small labubu cake for about 15 people
Home cooking (indian)
$50
Ashwood VIC, Australia
18th Feb 2026
Looking for someone who can cook home cooked meals twice a week for me and my husband.
Home cooking weekly once to cook few dishes
$30
Narre Warren South VIC 3805, Australia
9th Feb 2026
Cooking few dishes weekly once
Cook my meal prep
$150
Berwick VIC 3806, Australia
8th Feb 2026
I’I already have all the ingredients — I’m just looking for someone to come and cook my meal prep and portion it into Tupperware containers. This is for 2 people, and all recipes and portion sizes have been provided by a nutritionist, so it’s important that the meals are prepared and divided according to the exact amounts given. What I’m needing help with: • Cook the meals using the ingredients I’ve supplied • Follow the nutritionist’s recipes and portion guidelines • Portion the meals into containers with the correct measurements • Leave the kitchen tidy afterwards This will be done in my home, and all equipment and containers will be provided. Please let me know if you have experience with meal prep or home cooking. Thanks so much!
Meal Prep Chef
$10
Cranbourne West VIC, Australia
7th Feb 2026
With my busy schedule it’s hard for me to do my Meal Prep throughout the week. The measurements/foods/quantity is already been given to me. Now just looking for someone to cook and make it eatable.
Weekly meal prep for family of 5
$200
Mount Waverley VIC, Australia
3rd Feb 2026
We’re looking for someone to plan, shop, and prep meals and snacks for our family of 5 once a week. We eat like meat, and eat cleanly. No gluten however. Would like easy healthy snacks. Some breakfast options. Easy lunches - sandwiches / wraps / salads. 3-4 prepped mains.
Weekly Meal Prep
$200
Oakleigh South VIC 3167, Australia
29th Jan 2026
We are looking for ongoing weekly meal prep support for two people. Scope 1. 28 meals per week total 2. Lunches and dinners only 3. Around 3 to 4 different meals rotated through the week Food style 1. Simple, balanced meals 2. High protein 3. Easy to reheat 4. No complex recipes Diet requirements 1. Meals follow an athlete dietitian plan 2. Portions need to be weighed for consistency 3. No allergies or special dietary restrictions Logistics 1. Weekly arrangement, not a one off job 2. Grocery shopping can be done by us and dropped. 3. Open to drop off/pickup or delivery, depending on setup We are organised, flexible, and looking for a long term fit that works well for both sides.
