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"We hired Claire & Sam from Morel Dining for a special dinner and they exceeded our expectations. Everything was smooth, ..."
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I hired Stanley for a romantic dinner as a birthday dinner for my parents. They were absolutely amazed with his impeccable food and 5 star service. He went above and beyond! Listed below are their final comments. ‘Wow! Thank you Stanley for an amazing experience!! We felt like a King & Queen being waited on with the most exquisitely presented and delicious world class cuisine. A feast for the eyes, palate and the soul. Stanley gave us an amazing experience that we will hold with us forever.’ If you are contemplating working with Stanley, you will not regret it. His presentation was flawless, the food was mouth watering and memorable. Last thing I’d like to mention is when you’re working with Stanley - he approaches any obstacle you might encounter with a ‘how can we fix this’ attitude. I highly recommend working with Stanley. - Dom
Private chef to cook romantic birthday dinner for 2 at home
$250
Outstanding communication, reliability, quality, and trust. Thank you Petrus.
Home cook/private chef
$10
Stanley was fantastic! He was punctual, polite and skilled. Every dish tasted great and he gave us more than was promised. Table and kitchen were left spotless. Would certainly recommend to anyone looking for a special meal and will be using again in future. Thanks Stan!
Private Chef - Newport
$750
Samantha was amazing! Polite & professional. She was on time, created an amazing atmosphere for our anniversary dinner, food was delicious, we felt we were dining at a fine dining restaurant. Food 10/10 Food presentation 10/10 Professionalism 10/10 I definitely recommend her, and will definitely re book her for next events. Thanks again Samantha !
PRIVATE CHEF
$150
Lisa did an amazing job cooking my family a breakfast for my Dads birthday. The food was delicious and was presented beautifully. I would recommend Lisa and her catering company to all my friends and we will definitely be having her back again!
Private chef for 2 hours
$150
What a night! That’s Stanley.
Private chef at home for a special day
$150
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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.
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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!
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Hello I am looking for a private chef to come 1-2 times a week to do: - Meal prep - healthy meals calorie controlled nutritious enough to last for week - we can provide funds for groceries but the chef must buy all groceries and what is needed to cook the food - Sometimes provide meals for dinner parties Rate - is negotiable depending on how many days we decide per week
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Catherine Hill Bay NSW, Australia
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Looking for a private chef to cook a 2-3 course meal for 10 people at Catherine Hill Bay at 6pm. Australian/french/italian/mediterranean cuisine. Open for suggestions to menu (doesn't have to be the exact photos)
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Coromandel Valley SA 5051, Australia
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Kyneton VIC, Australia
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Korean private chef to cook at my home once off
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Carnegie VIC 3163, Australia
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Pokolbin NSW, Australia
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I am after a chef to provide us with a private in house 3 course meal at our accomodation. There will be 6 adults and 4 kids. We would like someone to provide the food, cook, serve and clean.
Private chef
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Briar Hill VIC 3088, Australia
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Need a chef for a small gathering
We hired Claire & Sam from Morel Dining for a special dinner and they exceeded our expectations. Everything was smooth, professional and impressive - not to mention the quality of the food, which was second to none. The menu was tailored to our preferences, with every course beautifully presented and bursting with flavour. They even catered to several dietaries. Morel Dining are punctual, well-prepared, and they left the kitchen spotless!
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Thornlands QLD 4164, Australia
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I’m looking for a chef to help with weekly meal planning and prep. Could you tell me the options available? Thank you
I hired Georgia for a week of meal prep, and the experience exceeded my expectations. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and tailored to my dietary requirements. The variety & quality was great, and it made my week so much easier. She was professional, organised. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for delicious, stress-free meals delivered to home.