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Need someone to do cooking lesson for our client

$150

Kei was very easy to communicate and provided a prompt and reliable delivery. Would recommend his services.

Deliver a birthday cake

$20

Great delivery, very personable and the food is exactly what i was looking for! 5 stars?

Meal prep nothing fancy just accurate

$180

Good communication and lovely cake, thank you!

Birthday cake for my daughter

$120

Amy was able to create the most beautiful & tasty cake in very short notice! sooo pleased I found her x

21st birthday cake

$150

Delicious homemade food. Provides menu and can also make food of your liking. Could do with a little bit more spice/seasoning at times but still delicious. On time with delivery. Food packaged very well.

Meal prep delivered to st albans

$130

What's the average cost of a cook in VIC

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Weekly meal prep cook — long-term, Prahran

$200

Prahran VIC, Australia

18th Apr 2026

We're a couple in Prahran looking for someone who already has this figured out. My partner is pregnant and we're both time-poor — we just want to come home to something genuinely good to eat, five nights a week, without having to think about it. We're looking for a weekly cook who comes to our place once a week, spends a few hours prepping 5 dinners and 5 lunches for two, portions everything properly, and leaves the kitchen clean. Each week you propose the meals, I sign off, you shop and cook. The parameters don't change much: High protein, lean — grass-fed beef, free-range chicken, wild-caught fish (snapper, barramundi, salmon — no high-mercury fish like tuna or swordfish) Lots of plant diversity and vegetables in every meal Whole foods only — organic where possible, no preservatives Cuisines we love: Asian (Thai, Japanese, Korean), Mediterranean, Modern Australian, hearty comfort food Pregnancy-safe food handling is important You'd shop for ingredients (budget provided separately, roughly ~$200/week reimbursed on receipt). Labour budget is $180 per session. We're not looking for a one-off. If it clicks, this is a long-term weekly arrangement. When you apply, tell me about your cooking background and send me 3 meals you'd suggest for our first week. That'll tell me everything I need to know.

Home cooked food delivery

$100

Derrimut VIC, Australia

16th Apr 2026

Home cooked meals delivery

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

Cook- Meal Prep for me & my partner. Vegetarian Food

$80

Southbank VIC, Australia

13th Apr 2026

Come once or twice a week and cook for me and my partner meal prep for our week. Vegetarian food, no eggs My partner has additional dietary restrictions (Jain diet)

Novelty cake

$200

Melbourne VIC, Australia

13th Apr 2026

Hi, I’m after a podcast themed cake to be made please. I have looked at a few options with a microphone and headphones on top of the cake

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 .

Healthy Meal Prep Help - weekly

$100

Port Melbourne VIC, Australia

10th Apr 2026

I’m looking for someone to help with healthy home style meal prep for our family (myself, my husband, and 8 month old daughter- baby doesn’t really much by way of solids yet!). I am hoping to organise a weekly session, where I can source the ingredients, and we can agree upon simple recipes, and you can cook and store away some meals, to be refrigerated and or frozen. What I’m looking for: - Weekly session - Prepare 2-4 serves for 3-5 meals per session (lunches/dinners) - Focus on high-protein, lower-calorie meals (e.g. chicken, fish, lean meats, vegetables) - Simple, nutritious, not heavy or overly processed - Boxing up of the meals into containers, ready to be stored in fridge + freezer - Light clean/tidy up of the kitchen after use (we also have a fortnightly cleaner, so this should only involve the clean up from your cooking session) Logistics: - Location: Port Melbourne - Frequency: once per week - Ideal time/day: Wednesday late morning/early afternoon - Can be done in my kitchen with clean up please - I will cover the cost of groceries separately - Open to meal plan ideas, or I can pick out recipes, happy to be flexible and discuss exact details Ideal person: Reliable, organised, clean in the kitchen, care around hand hygiene Looking for someone ongoing if we are a good fit. Please share your ideas and interest :)

Weekly Meal Prep – Simple Cooking, Strict Requirements

$75

Abbotsford VIC, Australia

8th Apr 2026

I need someone to do weekly meal prep, roughly 3-4 hours per session. The cooking itself is straightforward, but I have specific dietary and medical needs that must be followed exactly. What you'd be doing: - Cooking chicken breast (never thighs), roasting/steaming frozen vegetables, and preparing sweet potato or brown rice - Portioning into containers with olive oil - Ensuring the kitchen is thoroughly cleaned afterwards, no cross-contamination, no stray ingredients left out - Locking the fridge after you're done (I'll explain the setup) Requirements: - I have coeliac disease, so everything must be strictly gluten free. You either need a gluten-free kitchen or be willing to prep at my house - I have additional dietary restrictions I'll walk you through. They're detailed but not complicated if you follow instructions - You need to understand basic food safety and hygiene - Reliability and punctuality matter a lot. I need you to arrive at agreed times, not earlier or later. Access to the house is via a specific setup I'll explain, and the fridge must be locked when you leave (medical reason, non-negotiable) - You must be comfortable checking in with me before cooking each time, even if you've made the same thing before. I'll confirm exactly what to prepare and how What I'm looking for in a person: - Organised and detail-oriented - Comfortable following precise instructions rather than improvising - Good communicator who will ask questions rather than assume The actual cooking is simple. The important part is that you follow the plan exactly as discussed. Happy to walk you through everything before your first session.

Meal prep chef needed for weekly freezer meals for family

$150

Mount Martha VIC, Australia

6th Apr 2026

Hi! I’m looking for an experienced home cook or personal chef to come to my house in mt martha once a week (or fortnightly) to prep and cook a batch of meals for my family. What I need: ∙ Shop for ingredients beforehand (I’ll provide a budget/list, or you can suggest meals) ∙ Come to my home and cook a variety of meals ∙ Portion, label, and store everything in the freezer ∙ Leave the kitchen clean when done Family details: ∙ 2 adults, 2 kids I’m looking for someone who: ∙ Has experience with batch cooking / meal prep ∙ Is reliable and trustworthy in a family home ∙ Can suggest a weekly menu or work from one I provide Frequency: Weekly / Fortnightly (ongoing if it’s a great fit!) Budget: Open to quotes — please include your hourly rate and whether you charge separately for shopping time. Would love to see any reviews or examples of previous meal prep work if you have them. 😊

Meal Prep Chef

$250

Fitzroy North VIC, Australia

29th Mar 2026

I’m looking for an experienced chef or meal prep specialist to help plan and cook high-protein meals tailored to my daily macro targets. Meals can be prepared from your own kitchen, and I’m happy to either pick them up or arrange delivery — whatever works best.

Amazing service and incredible meals. Couldn’t have been happier with the experience — highly recommend!

Home cooked meals

$160

Hawthorn VIC, Australia

3rd Mar 2026

Looking for someone to come once a fortnight to cook in bulk for our family of 4. Imagine it would be 3-4 hours to cook, clean up etc

Would be happy to recommend Annelies. She was easy to communicate with and an excellent cook

Refill 8 candle vessels with soy wax and scent

$150

Toorak VIC 3142, Australia

25th Feb 2026

Hello, I’m looking for an experienced candle maker to assist with refilling 8 empty candle vessels before an event next Thursday. Details as follows: • 8 × empty Diptyque candle vessels• Refill using soy wax• We will supply our own fragrance oil (specifically formulated and safe for candle use)• Wick type, number, and placement must match Diptyque’s original configuration for optimal burn performance (reference images available online)• Professional finish consistent with luxury candle standards Please confirm: • Your experience refilling luxury vessels such as Diptyque• Whether you are able to use client-supplied fragrance oil• Estimated cost per vessel and total cost• Turnaround time•vessels will be delivered to you urgently via courier. Kind regards, Catherine

Perfect!! Will definitely call on again. Warm, friendly and so professional and proactive!

Private Chef Meal Prep

$200

Richmond VIC, Australia

17th Feb 2026

I am looking for someone to come to my home once per week to cook a full week’s worth of meals. I follow a micronutrient focused diet, so meals must be prepared according to specific ingredient and nutrition guidelines that I will provide. I will supply all groceries in advance. Tasks include: • Batch cooking meals for the week • Portioning and storing food properly • Basic kitchen clean up after cooking I am looking for someone who is organised, reliable, and comfortable following detailed dietary instructions.

Great communication and did a great job following instructions.

Home cooking

$50

Princes Hill VIC, Australia

4th Feb 2026

Regular cooking of Indian / western food in our house. Some served on day, some stored in fridge / freezer, ingredients provided,

Friendly, efficient and delicious cooking!

Cleaning cooking and meal prep

$25

Hawthorn East, Victoria

20th Jan 2026

Need help with cooking, house cleaning and do some meal prep Rate 25/hr Requirement- 2-3 times a week for 4hrs Please Quote me your hourly rate

Zoe did a great job with cooking and meal prep. The food was lovely and it made a big difference for our family. Thank you, Zoe!

Cleaning, cooking and meal prep

$25

Hawthorn East, Victoria

2nd Jan 2026

We are looking for someone who can come 2–3 times a week to help with cleaning, cooking, and meal prep. It’s a small 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit. Hours: 4–5 hours per day. Please quote your ongoing hourly rate for future work. My budget is $25/hour, so kindly do not quote a rate that would be difficult for me to afford.

Zoe did a great job. I would definitely recommend her to family and friends

Meal prep - weekly cook up

$30

Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

13th Dec 2025

Seeking someone to help with weekly meal prep. cooking up to 10 lunches & dinners for the week

Good communication, quick response, good experience

Meal prep

$30

Essendon VIC 3040, Australia

27th Nov 2025

Looking for someone to do my meal prep for next week

Really good working with Nina. Amazing food and organisation

Meal prep breakfasts and lunches

$100

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

2nd Nov 2025

Come over on Sat or Sun and meal prep for the upcoming week. To be done once a week.

Great job doing meal prep for kids breakfasts and lunches