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Recent Chef reviews in Melbourne

Excellent communication and hand off, Really looking forward to the delicious food made :)

Private Chef

$150

Isabela wowed us. She was super friendly and very easy to communicate with. I coordinated with her from Los Angeles and she was able to not only create the perfect menu(with 3 options to choose from), but also make these all vegan. She is very talented and the food was amazing. Will definitely request her services in the future and recommend to all.

I need chef services

$225

Christine cooked a fantastic meal for the two of us. It was delicious and we have a weeks worth of left overs so will be reliving the dream for a few nights to come! Would definitely recommend Christines services.

Looking for a South American chef for 2 hours work

$100

Thanks for your help with an amazing evening

Chef for small cocktail party

$300

Fantastic help! Thank you

Chef for kitchen

$240

Dee was incredible!!! Served the food perfectly, cleaned everything and made our night so much more special. Thanks Dee. Would hire again 100 times over :)

Kitchen Hand / Cook / Chef to cook pre-prepared fo

$250

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$157

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$250

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$335

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What does a chef experience include?

A chef service is your key to having delicious, nutritious, and affordable meals in the comfort of your home without the daily grind of planning, preparing, and cooking. Taskers with chef jobs near you can assist you with your everyday meals and can customise them according to your needs! Here are a few of the perks you can have when you hire a chef online:

Meal preparation and planning

Do you love rice meals? Hate onions? Want more garlic? A chef-for-hire learns your needs and preferences for them to create delicious and healthy meals personalised to your tastes and dietary requirements. Whether you’re on a strict diet because you’re looking to improve your fitness or just want to have a taste of different dishes, getting someone to prep and plan your meals is perfect for when you’re struggling to come up with meal ideas! 

In-house chef

For those who love having delicious home-cooked meals but don’t have the time to whip them up themselves, getting a personal food chef is truly convenient! They can come to your home with everything needed and prepare multiple customised meals in your kitchen. You can even have a stay-at-home chef when you need a meal or snack any time of the day! They can cook meals ready to be consumed immediately or prepare a batch of meals for the week and store them in your freezer. They will leave your kitchen spick and span, filled with aromas of freshly prepared meals and dishes.

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Planning to host a dinner party? Book a chef job and let a professional chef take a load off your shoulders! They can handle the prepping and cooking and ensure a smooth dining experience for you and your guests. From intimate gatherings up to big family parties of 30 or more, hiring a private chef can undoubtedly help you achieve a successful and stress-free event.

Besides personal chefs, you can also get a caterer with just one post on our platform instead of spending hours looking up local catering companies. You can even go all the way and hire a baker to create a custom cake! Whether it’s a simple dedication cake or an all-out themed cake, professional bakers on Airtasker can handle your needs.

Recent Chef tasks in Melbourne

BBQ chef for an event

$150

Melbourne VIC, Australia

12th Mar 2024

We're having a BBQ for 30 pax for our marriage signing ceremony and need a chef for 2 hours from 6- 7.30 or so . We will buy all ingredients so need someone to assist with cooking all the items and plating thanks.

Great cook/chef to help with private dinner

$600

South Yarra VIC, Australia

4th Mar 2024

We are hosting a private dinner party for 14 and require a person with a good knowledge of food and cooking to assist us in the kitchen. We will be using local Victorian produce and preparing three courses. Task will include food prep, cooking and presentation.

Cook/Chef fill in for cafe

$80

Melbourne VIC, Australia

22nd Feb 2024

Our cook has quit without notice. We need a cook that can step into the cafe kitchen, prepping morning toasties, lunch items (salads, rolls, bowls) and menu items made to order.

Personal chef for private function

$1,000

Middle Park VIC, Australia

13th Feb 2024

To prepare Cook and serve canapé type event for about 50 people

Private Chef - Permanent Shift

$200

Toorak VIC, Australia

9th Feb 2024

Busy family of 6 are looking for an experienced private chef to assist with food preparation. Our family prides itself on eating a clean, organic, gluten and dairy free lifestyle, so someone well versed in this philosophy, and passionate about this way of life would be best suited. 1 shift a week on Mondays 2-6pm. Menu, recipes and all food are provided. Ideally 4 main meals, 1 breakfast, 1 dessert and 1 snack should be prepared during this timeframe. This requires someone who has great time management skills as well as an ability to move between one or more recipes at a time. Person will be required to maintain work area clean, wash all utensils used throughout the shift and leave work area as it was found. Requirement: WWCC, Food Safety Certificate and Culinary Diploma In responding please provide a short background on your experience.

Female italian chef

$1,000

Melbourne VIC, Australia

18th Dec 2023

I am looking for a traditional Italian female cook for an in house dining experience in someone's home for 4-5 guests Dates are felxible at present I am just looking for approx costs for an in house experience - Due date: Flexible

A private chef for home dinner party. Max guests 14

$1,120

Prahran VIC, Australia

9th Dec 2023

French menu 4 courses Duration 2.5-3 hours We will clean up and assist with the serving - Due date: Flexible

Indian chef

$250

Coburg VIC, Australia

28th Nov 2023

Looking for a private chef to cook Indian tandoori food all food is pre made by us . Just cook meat in the tandoor and serve - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 1 December 2023

Chef hire

$600

Flemington VIC, Australia

7th Nov 2023

Looking for a chef to cater for 14 people for a sit down lunch. Ideally 2 courses and flexible with cuisine. Food costs etc to be added to budget - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 16 December 2023

Looking for an in home chef

$150

Port Melbourne VIC, Australia

29th Oct 2023

Looking for an experienced in home chef to come to our house and prepare weekly dinners for 2 adults and 2 (5year olds) - Due date: Flexible

Chef cook breakfast

$60

Parkville VIC, Australia

12th Oct 2023

Need cook buffet breakfast for hotel guest between 7am to 9am 2 hrs shift prepare for 20 to 30 people only in the morning menu includes bacon, eggs, bread basic food - Due date: Flexible

Home Cook or Chef

$30

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

7th Sep 2023

I am looking for a Cook or Chef who can come to my home and cook the meals, twice a week. - Due date: Flexible

Cooked lunch and dinner delivery weekdays / At home chef daily once

$130

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

19th Jul 2023

I am looking for a chef for Indian meals mainly lunch and dinner for 2 people on weekdays. We are open to other food cuisines as well, so its not a strict requirement. It can be either prepared and delivered or home cooked. Required during my postpartum recovery (Aug-Sep). - Due date: Flexible

Temaki sushi chef for 10-guest party 16 July for 2 hours $300 + tips

$300

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

8th Jul 2023

Temaki sushi bar for about 10 guests. CBD. In-venue parking available. - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 16 July 2023

Sushi chef at home - dinner for 2 - special event

$300

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

8th Jul 2023

Birthday dinner celebration for my husband and I… we would go out but we have a baby and can’t go. We love Japanese, but can’t stand take away… dinner to start after 8.00 pm when baby is asleep. - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, July 10, 2023

Need a chef that can cook home cooked healthy meals every week

$100

Melbourne VIC, Australia

2nd Jun 2023

Looking for a chef that can cook healthy home cooked meals (halal) for me & my wife - we are quite busy working in the Melbourne city so don’t have time to prepare. My wife is pescatarian. I eat veg & non veg. We would like foods to be batch prepared so we can pick the food during the weekend. $100 every week for the whole batch prepared - Due date: Flexible

Amazing food, a very nice person and will cater to your needs! Very happy with the service 😊👍

Looking for a pizza chef tonight to work at a restaurant on chapel

$50

South Yarra VIC, Australia

15th Apr 2023

Looking for a pizza chef with experience 50 dollars per hour - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 15 April 2023

Elopement for two - chef

$500

Richmond VIC, Australia

10th Apr 2023

Hello. My fiancé and I are eloping and having a small wedding just the two of us at an amazing Airbnb in the Melbourne area. We wanted to get an estimate to see what a 3 course meal with wine pairings and maybe a cocktail or two would cost if you were to include the ingredients. I’m a pescatarian.

Need chef tonight for 6hrs at St kilda

$150

St Kilda Road VIC, Australia

6th Apr 2023

Need chef from 4pm- 10pm tonight, fryer and grill section. Then clean up after shift - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, 6 April 2023

Sushi Chef to cook two people dinner

$900

Toorak VIC, Australia

18th Mar 2023

Bring own ingredients and cook a high end meal for two ladies - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 18 March 2023