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Chelsea is Absolute Gem. Strong initiative, super friendly yet professional. Herself and colleague Molly were absolutel standout and went above and beyond in all aspects for the job and looked after us for our special weekend away. If you’re looking for the best winery/tour driver and general hospitality in Hobart, look no further. Thanks again from Alex and Crew. 🙏👌
X1 bbq chef + x1 waitress for private bbq @ home Derwent River
$440
Can not thank Stanley and his team enough for the best birthday dinner ! Stanley and team cooked a 3 course meal for myself and 7 others. The food was enriched in flavour and was on theme for what I requested. I would book Stanley again for any occasion I had. (:
Private chef for birthday
$450
Fantastic service. Thank you very much.
Freelance Chef required for party tonight Brighton
$350
An absolutely brilliant night - never done this before and was rather sceptical but Stanley was amazingly patient with me and helped me through it all. My husband and I, plus our guests for my 50th dinner thoroughly enjoyed it and we can’t rate Stanley highly enough. We will definitely RE-book him again. Thank you. Food and Service first class!
Looking for a chef to come to my home and cook a meal for 6 guests.
$700
Elyse is very reliable and easy to deal with. She cooks beautiful dishes both on the outside as well as the inside!
Private Chef/Home Cook
$5
Such a lovely person and really great to work with. Is very patient and makes sure she caters for everything that you might need.
Private chef required for weekly meal prep
$500
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Private Chef (3 course dinner - 8 people)
$800
Callala Beach NSW, Australia
3rd Dec 2025
Hi there! I’m organising a birthday weekend away for my 30th in Callala Beach and I'm looking for a private chef to come to our place and prepare a beautiful 3-course dinner for 8 guests. Details: Date: Saturday 31st January 2026 Location: Callala Beach Guests: 8 adults Menu Requirements: Entire menu must be gluten-free Open to any cuisine – we love fresh, seasonal, creative dishes Chef to handle shopping, cooking, and kitchen clean-up Kitchen available with standard equipment Happy to discuss menu ideas beforehand Looking for someone experienced, fun, reliable and easy-going who can make the night feel special! Please share your sample menus, pricing, and any relevant experience. Thanks!
Private Chef for an anniversary at home date night
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Hi, I need a private chef to help cook for me at home for my anniversary. It will just be and my partner at home and will need a 4 course meal prepared. 1 entree 2 small mains and 1 dessert for each of us. Food cuisine is flexible as we are not fussy but can be discussed. Ingredients will be paid for so this price will be just for service.
Private Chef - Mediterranean cuisine
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Private Chef Christmas Eve
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Castle Hill, New South Wales
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Hi! I’m looking to hire an experienced private chef to prepare a plated and served, multi-course dinner at home for around 10 people. Cuisine Preference: Asian-fusion (open to menu ideas and creative suggestions!) What I need included: • Full menu planning • Ingredient shopping • On-site meal prep and cooking • Plated service for each course • Complete clean-up afterwards I’m open to pricing suggestions based on your experience and proposed menu. Looking forward to hearing from talented chefs!
I need a Pastry Chef
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Caulfield North, Victoria
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Chef - Italian (Tuscan Theme) wanted
$250
Edge Hill QLD, Australia
28th Nov 2025
Hi there, I’m looking for an experienced chef (and potentially 1–2 support staff) to help create a beautiful Tuscan Italian–themed dinner for 8 guests. Event Details: • Private dinner at my home (address shared once assigned) • Flexible with date and time — happy to work around availability • Theme: Rustic Tuscan Italian (e.g., handmade pasta, slow braises, antipasti boards, seasonal produce, classic desserts) • Open to hourly payment OR a set-price package • I can supply all ingredients, or you can source everything as part of an agreed arrangement • Menu can be designed together or fully led by the chef Looking for someone experienced, reliable, and passionate about Italian cuisine to help create a warm, authentic Tuscan dining experience. Happy to discuss details and tailor the night to suit. Thanks!
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I am looking to hire a private chef for our end-of-year work celebration. We require a three-course meal for approximately 30 guests, along with service throughout the evening. We would also like to include a BBQ towards the end of the night.
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✨ URGENT — Private Chef Needed for Tomorrow at 5:30 pm (Melbourne) ✨
$600
Melbourne VIC, Australia
24th Nov 2025
Hi! I’m looking for a talented Private Chef to cook an unforgettable meal tomorrow in Melbourne. 📅 When: Tomorrow — dinner service (approx. 5:30pm start) 👥 For: 10 people 🍽️ What I’m After: A chef who can create a delicious, beautifully presented meal — cuisine flexible! Hoping for someone who can bring creativity, great flavours, and a smooth, professional service.
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$450
Terrey Hills NSW, Australia
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Poppi was incredible and we will definitely be inviting her back for our next party! Highly recommended!
A chef to help out at our amazing Cafe
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We need a commis chef to help out on the line at our amazing cafe Hobba in Prahran. We will need a chef comfortable working the larder and/or fryer section. You will be fully supported by our head chef and kitchen team. You will be the last missing piece of the puzzle. You will have a great attitude and be open to collaboration. We look forward to meeting you.
Chef & catering Christmas lunch
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