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Tabatha was very easy to work with. Great meals and very helpful. Strongly recommend

Meal prep the following meals. Twice a week required

$200

Awesome service, beautiful fresh meals delivered, way better than going to other pre-packaged food companies and healthier!

Weekly Meal Prep Cook Needed — 10–15 Large Meals Delivered

$250

A lovely human and an incredible cook with so much knowledge. Cara made everything so relaxed and easy, and I highly recommend her for all your cooking and meal prep needs!

Home Cook/Meal Prep

$200

Can do anything you ask. Will definitely be staying in contact with Katherine. Organised our party and took care of issues we didn't even consider. Thank you Katherine🙏

Party decorator

$500

The meals were delivered on time. The food looks amazing, can't wait to try it. Thanks Adam! 🙂

Home cleaning and Meal Prep (Tarneit)

$60

It was easy to talk to Imesha and she communicated promptly . She was also well organised and did a good job .

Home cooking - hourly rate

$30

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Professional cooks usually have previous kitchen experience or qualifications. They’re paid to prepare food, either in a commercial environment, in people’s homes as a personal cook, or they may work from their own kitchen at home.

Yes. Most cooks specialise in a particular type of cooking, like baking, seafood, gluten-free, vegan, steaming, frying, or even a particular cuisine.

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You can hire a cook to provide food for a range of meals and occasions, from home cooking and meal prep to specialty cooking and even dinner party catering. You can arrange cooking services to happen in your own kitchen or your cook can bring the food ready-prepared. Your chef will take care of everything from buying ingredients to cleaning up. Here’s what you can expect depending on your cooking service:

Home cooking
Want fresh meals in your home? Your home chef can either offer regular home cooking services where they cook multiple nights per week, or provide a one-off meal if you just need occasional help. Your private chef will ask if you have any food preferences or intolerances, how many people they need to cook for, and what appliances and equipment they can use. They’ll usually plan the meals ahead of time, purchase the ingredients, and freshly cook the meals in your kitchen, and then clean up before they go.

Baking
Want to impress your best friend with an amazing cake for her birthday party? Or perhaps it’s your turn to bring some baking to work for morning tea? Hire a pastry chef or professional baker to create a cake, biscuits, muffins, or something else tasty. They’ll ask you how many people you’re baking for, any flavour preferences, and any special decorations you’d like. Your baker will bake at their place and deliver the finished product to your home or office once it’s ready.

Dinner party chef
If you’re planning a dinner party with friends, why not hire a dinner party chef to help take all the stress out of hosting? Your professional cook will contact you to confirm the number of guests, what courses/canapes you’d like, and whether the event is formal or informal. They’ll usually prepare most of the food where the event is being held (whether at your home or at a venue) and clean up the kitchen after they’re done.

Specialty cooking
Cooking paleo, vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free can be a challenge, whether it’s for yourself, a family member, or for an event you’re catering. Fortunately, many cooks are experienced with a range of different food requirements, including food intolerances, special diets, and allergies. When you hire a cook, they’ll choose recipes and ingredients that are suitable, confirming any dietary requirements before they get started. They’ll be careful to avoid cross-contamination if they’re preparing alternative meals for certain members of your family or party.

Meal preparation & planning
If you struggle to come up with meal ideas and always find yourself short of time throughout the week, why not hire a cook to prep your meals for the week? Your personal cook will confirm how many meals you’d like, the number of people, and if you have any preferences. They’ll choose meals that keep well and are easy to store, and taste great fresh or reheated. They’ll either prepare the food in your kitchen (cleaning up afterwards) or drop your freshly prepared meals off when they’re done, packaged and ready for the fridge or freezer.

Recent Cooking tasks

Hobby Cake decorator / Confectioner / pastry chef

$130

Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia

13th Jun 2026

Come to my home and help and teach me to decorate a cake. (help = demonstrate/explain techniques and/or assist with decorating ) The decoration will be for a birthday and will be a specific theme. Decorations will be made using fondant. You will need to supply: all tools for moulding / shaping fondant cake (I don't care if the cake is pre-made from supermarket) cake stand fondant Alternatively, if it is easier, I can come to you. I prefer to learn and have a go at doing the decorating, but if I really mess it up, I may ask for you to decorate the whole cake.

Small cake for baby shower

$120

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

13th Jun 2026

Im looking for this cake for a baby shower

Meal prepping

$200

Bundoora VIC 3083, Australia

13th Jun 2026

I need macro friendly, gluten free, healthy meals prepped. 12 per week ( lunch and dinner for 6 days). I need them made with mostly organic produce, grass fed beef, white fish, organic air chilled chicken and whole foods. No seed oils (tallow or ghee preferred), cooked on stainless steel or cast iron, no plastic tools being used, including cutting boards. Portioned into glass containers (I will provide). Open to negotiate this process to make it as simple as possible. I can do shopping if needed and deliver ingredients.

Teach me to bake a cake & decorate over 6 weeks

$400

Wollert VIC, Australia

13th Jun 2026

I am a beginner with zero experience I am wanting to learn to bake a cake as well as decorate

Meal Prep Assistant Needed – Weekly Lunches for 2

$200

Upper Coomera QLD, Australia

12th Jun 2026

My partner and I are looking for someone qualified and experienced in meal preparation to help us with weekly lunches. We both work full-time and have busy schedules, so we’re looking to free up some time by outsourcing our lunch meal prep. What we’re looking for: * Preparation of 10 lunches per week (5 days for 2 people) * Healthy, balanced meals with a focus on high protein * Someone with experience in meal prep, nutrition, cooking, or a related field preferred * Ability to discuss meal preferences and dietary requirements * Food prepared in a safe and hygienic manner * Potential for ongoing weekly work if it’s a good fit Open to offers!

I need a cake for an event in Sydney

$60

Sydney Olympic Park NSW, Australia

11th Jun 2026

I need a cake for a party. Would like to pick it from Sydney on August 14th

Chef to cook / meal prep about 5 days worth of meals (20meals)

$100

Mulgrave VIC, Australia

11th Jun 2026

I would like an experienced chef to cook some meals for the week. Roughly 20 meals (3 meals a day over 5 days) Meals are simple Breakfast (Possibly an egg sandwich) Lunch (Grilled chicken, rice and green beans) Dinner (Mince meat, rice, peas/corn) Chef can add their own touch to the meals but that's the general idea

Imesha did an incredible job, food was cooked beautifully, cleaned up after she finished. Very happy with her work, would definitely recommend and use again!

Rescue Rose bush

$50

Mill Park, Victoria

10th Jun 2026

Accidentally baked into my rose bush but I don't know how to resurrect it and look after it

Thank you very much

Meal prep for the week

$10

Queanbeyan NSW 2620, Australia

10th Jun 2026

We are looking to pay someone to cook our meals for us for the week. This will be 2 meals a day for 2 adults. Happy for you to cook at your own place or ours Open to all quotes, thank you

Meal prep

$100

Caroline Springs VIC, Australia

5th Jun 2026

📌 WEEKLY HOME COOK — HEALTHY MEALS, ONGOING ROLE We’re a family looking for a reliable home cook to come once a week for a batch cooking session. We’re all eating healthier to lose of weight — but we still want food that tastes great. Ongoing role for the right person. ✅ WHAT’S INVOLVED • 1 session per week (approx. 2.5–3 hours) • Cook 3–4 healthy dishes, batch-style, for the week • Portion meals into containers so we can just grab, heat and eat • Cook in our kitchen, leave it clean 🍽️ MEALS WE ENJOY (flexible!) Flavourful, home-style cooking made the healthy way — grilled, baked, slow-cooked. Chicken, lamb, goat, seafood. No beef or pork please. 💰 BUDGET Please quote your hourly or per-session rate (groceries on top). 📅 TIMING Weekday preferred, flexible on the day. If this sounds like you, tell us a bit about your cooking background. Looking forward to finding our person!

Really good service. He helped with meal prep. I highly recommend

Weekly Meal Prep Cook Needed — 10–15 Large Meals Delivered

$250

Greensborough VIC 3088, Australia

30th May 2026

Looking for someone in Melbourne/Victoria to cook and deliver weekly bulk meals on Saturday or Sunday. I work long construction hours and need proper filling meals, not small diet meals or packaged gym-style meals. Looking for 10–15 large serves per week. High protein, decent carbs, vegetables, moderate salt. Meals like chicken and rice, beef and potatoes, pasta bakes, curries, chilli con carne, burrito bowls, stir-fries, slow-cooked beef, lamb, etc. Ideally meals would be around 700–900 calories each with 40g+ protein, but I don’t need perfect macro tracking. I mainly need big, fresh, healthy meals that are already put together and ready to reheat. Ongoing weekly work if the food is good. Please include examples/photos of meals you’ve cooked and your weekly price for 10–15 meals delivered.

Awesome service, beautiful fresh meals delivered, way better than going to other pre-packaged food companies and healthier!

Meal prep for one week

$70

North Melbourne VIC, Australia

28th May 2026

I’m needing some meals prepped for the week, I can give some suggestions, you will need to cook the meals at your own place , I can pick up from your address if you live close by , 3 meals a day for 4/5 days . Needs to follow 1750 calories a day strictly with 130g protein 48g fat 200g carbs per day. I can adjust the price as well .

Thank you Nina ! Very quick response And the meals look delicious

Cleaning and some meal preparation

$25

Lilyfield NSW, Australia

23rd May 2026

I am looking for a reliable, efficient and hardworking helper to assist around the house with general cleaning and some light kitchen support as I have chronic pain. Tasks include: * Cleaning (dusting, vacuuming, mopping, keep bathroom clean, keep kitchen clean) * Dishes and basic kitchen clean-up * Laundry (washing / folding) * Light assistance with meal prep / cooking Property: 1 bedroom apartment Date & Time: I am flexible on days and times but I need someone very reliable that shows up when they say they will. What I’m looking for: * Someone active, organised, and proactive * Good attention to detail – must leave the place neat and tidy * Able to take initiative rather than needing constant direction Hourly rate $25 I want to give this work to somebody that really needs the money and work. Please NO companies or businesses only individuals who really need the work.

I would definitely hire her again, she went above and beyond. She was fantastic!!

Need a personal chef! For meal prep! CBD

$30

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

6th May 2026

Without blowing a hole in the pocket, I just need some help putting together my meal preps It’s mostly eggs, fat free leg ham, capsicum mushrooms, beef mince, raw chicken, corn kernel, black beans and rice 3 meals a day! 7 day prep I have: Electric stove I’ve got all the right cooking stuff that I need and ingredients. I just don’t have containers to put it all in… yet.

Pleasure to do biz! Sweet and enjoyed cooking with her

Meal preparation and light household help in the Sydney/Lidcombe area.

$150

Lidcombe, New South Wales

6th May 2026

My partner has some food intolerance issues, so we are looking for someone who can prepare simple, healthy, fresh meals with care. We generally eat Chinese and Mediterranean-style food. The role involves cooking 2 meals and some light kitchen/house cleaning. You may stay approximately 3–5 hours per visit, depending on your availability and arrangement. We generally require meals for 5 days per week. You may come daily or every second day, depending on what works best. Please introduce yourself and let us know: 1.What type of cooking you are experienced with 2.Your availability 3.Your expected rate(daily/every second day) 4.Any previous cooking or home assistance experience

good service nice food!

Meal prep Chef

$150

North Bondi NSW, Australia

4th May 2026

Looking for a Weekly Meal Prep Chef. I’m looking for someone to handle my weekly meal prep every Sunday. How it will work: I’ll set up a group chat with my personal trainer He’ll provide recipes plus a full grocery list every Thursday for the following week. You’ll be responsible for ordering the groceries. Prepping for 5 days, 3 meals a day. I will provide glass Tupperware. Meals to be cooked at your residence and delivered Sunday afternoon. Please let me know if you’re interested and also your experience :)

Rodrigo was super friendly and knowledgeable in his trade. He communicated perfectly and delivered his service perfectly. Would recommend him to anyone for any meal prep needs!

Meal preparation

$80

Darling Point, New South Wales

27th Apr 2026

Looking for someone to cook meal preps once a week for weekly lunches/dinners. 3 or so different basic meals. I will buy ingredients. Feel free to send quotes through and what kind of food you cook. Thanks!

Food is great. Easy to deal with.

Household Assistant – Bathroom Clean + Meal Prep

$30

Bondi Beach, New South Wales

24th Apr 2026

🏠 Household Assistant – Bathroom Clean + Meal Prep | Bondi I'm looking for a reliable, switched-on household assistant! Think of it as being a trusted extra pair of hands: you'll help keep my studio running smoothly so I can focus on everything else. What's involved (once a week, ~2–4 hours): 🧽 Bathroom clean — a thorough weekly clean of my bathroom (studio apartment, so it's compact and manageable) 🥘 Meal prep — batch cooking/prepping a week's worth of healthy meals for one person. You're welcome to prep at yours and drop off, or work in my kitchen — though please note it is a small studio kitchen, so please factor that into your approach The role in a nutshell: Once a week or fortnight to start, with potential to expand You set the rhythm that works for both of us I'll provide groceries and containers (or we can discuss) Recipes and preferences can be shared in advance - I'm easy to work with Who I'm looking for: Reliable, self-directed, and trustworthy Comfortable in a small kitchen and confident with batch cooking basics Based in or near the Eastern Suburbs 📍 Location: Bondi, Sydney 📅 Frequency: Weekly (ongoing, starting with a trial session) 💰 Rate: Please quote your hourly rate - happy to discuss based on experience If this sounds like you, please share a bit about your background, what you typically charge, and your usual availability. Looking for someone I can build an ongoing, reliable arrangement with. 🙏

Amazing work! Will use Emily and her lovely daughter again for help. Thank you both :)

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 :)

Great service, will be using again! Michelle was professional and friendly :)

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!