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What a night! That’s Stanley.
Private chef at home for a special day
$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
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
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
Outstanding communication, reliability, quality, and trust. Thank you Petrus.
Home cook/private chef
$10
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
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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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Top Private Chef related questions
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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Private chef & bartender
$2,500
Geelong VIC, Australia
8th Sep 2025
Looking for a private chef & bartenders to cater for 35pax in Geelong. Ideally grazing plates, lunch (pastas etc.). Bartender/s serving batched drinks and wines. Expect 11am-4pm for prep, serving and bump out.
Private chef for a hens party.
$700
Oakleigh VIC 3166, Australia
5th Sep 2025
French hens April next year on a Saturday (can be flexible with which one) French inspired entree/main or just main. Couple of hours. Oakleigh. 9-10 gals. It's at my mum's house. Budget is $700 ish. Open to you....Decide if you would like use this two hours too cook for a cooking class...Or for you to do the cooking. Relaxed and only for a couple of hours. We can talk about food options (price should include food as well...we can always do clean up) but happy to discuss 💖✨
Dinner party Sat night private chef I have a cancellation
$800
Gold Coast QLD, Australia
3rd Sep 2025
Hello my name is Gavin Hughes I am a private chef ( Gold Cost area ) I have a cancellation and looking for anyone interested in me cooking a dinner party or lunch !! Max numbers are 10 .. minimum 4 customers. Menu Leek & Blue cheese tart Slow Roasted pork belly Pea puree - caramelised apples - jus Sides TBA Tiramisu cheesecake Show up -cook -serve wash up- and clean down - fill dishwasher- so bye - and thank you 😊
Luxury Private Chef
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Bentleigh VIC, Australia
2nd Sep 2025
After a late lunch/mid afternoon meal. High end and a few courses. asian Fusion/italian or other suggestions. For 6 people
Private Chef
$500
Bowral NSW, Australia
2nd Sep 2025
Hello, Private Chef required for a family lunch. Sunday 7th September 8 adults, 2 infants (1year old) We have a wood fire oven. I am thinking pizza’s, Italian share style lunch.
Private chef for dinner party
$250
Albert Park VIC, Australia
1st Sep 2025
Private Chef for Dinner Party – Italian / Japanese / Modern Australian / anything! We’re looking for a talented private chef to cook for 8 adults on Friday, 12th September. Guests will be arriving from 6pm, so service would ideally begin shortly after. Details: • Cuisine preference: Italian, Japanese, or modern Australian (open to chef’s recommendations). • Menu: 3 courses (entrée, main, dessert). • Cocktails: Bonus if you’re able to mix a couple of signature cocktails on the night. • Wines & cocktails: We will supply alcohol and paired wines based on your advice. • Groceries: We are happy to cover all grocery costs. What we’d love from you: • Curated 3-course menu designed in advance (with dietary considerations). • Preparation, cooking, and plating on the evening. • Kitchen left clean and tidy after service. • If possible, guidance on cocktail pairings or simple cocktails to complement the meal. Date & Time: 📅 Friday, 12th September 🕕 Guests arriving from 6pm
A private chef for 20 people for a wedding
$1,800
Swansea TAS, Australia
1st Sep 2025
Provide cooking for 20 people for a wedding
Private chef
$250
Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
26th Aug 2025
Would like a chef to prepare meals for my lunch and dinner
Private chef
$400
Carina QLD 4152, Australia
24th Aug 2025
Private chef to cater to 9 people for a buffet stye meal
Private chef
$800
Bondi Beach NSW, Australia
21st Aug 2025
Dinner for 8-10 guests at my home for my 30th birthday.
Looking for a Japanese private chef that can do fish cutting show
$500
Epping NSW 2121, Australia
20th Aug 2025
Japanese private chef for party and able to do fish cutting show
Private chef - 2 days a week - eastern suburbs
$475
Randwick NSW, Australia
19th Aug 2025
I am looking for a chef to prep mostly whole food plant based meals plus the animal protein dishes twice a week for 4 adults and 2 kids. None are huge eaters. Looking for around 10 lunches and 10 dinners per week, can repeat / reheat the meals, so don’t have to be unique 20 meals. Do you have availability? Thank you
Private chef for weekend
$1,000
Daleys Point NSW, Australia
18th Aug 2025
Seeking a private chef for the weekend 7/8/9 November in Daley's Point for a group of 12-15 friends. We'll need a menu prepared for Friday night, Saturday all meals and Sunday breakfast. Chef will be required to source, prep and cook meals. Might need to bring along some equipment too.
Private chef
$600
Sydney NSW, Australia
16th Aug 2025
Hi I’m looking for a private chef or experienced cook for my bd dinner at an air bnb in Sydney for 5-6 people. Asian/asian inspired or western cuisine, with 2 entrees and 2 mains courses. All ingredients and basic equipments will be provided, feel free to bring your own equipments if needed.
Private Chef for Group
$700
Mooloolaba QLD 4557, Australia
14th Aug 2025
Private chef needed for a hens party. Group of 8. Catering for Celiac disease as well. Pasta or Asian fusion - shared style dishes. Need for Feb 28th 2026
Private chef
$400
Bellevue Hill NSW, Australia
14th Aug 2025
as per previous task for private chef
Private chef wanted
$1,500
Auchenflower QLD, Australia
12th Aug 2025
We are seeking a private chef and waiter/waitress to cater for a luncheon for 10 guests at our Auchenflower Penthouse, which is equipped with a full kitchen. We are open to a variety of cuisines and ideally would like a 3–4 course menu. The event is scheduled for Friday, 29 August, at lunchtime. Ideally, you would also supply the ingredients for the meal. If you are available and interested, please advise: Your preferred cuisine style(s) Sample menu ideas Any links or references showcasing your culinary experience (highly regarded) We regularly host similar events, so there may be opportunities for future collaborations. We would prefer to work on a fixed-price basis for the event rather than a per-head rate (attendance will be 10 guests).
Private Chef
$400
Bellevue Hill NSW 2023, Australia
9th Aug 2025
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
Private chef
$100
Thornlands QLD 4164, Australia
6th Jun 2025
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.