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Robyn’s cooking is amazing. She was punctual, clear with her communication and very efficient with her cooking. The food she cooked for us was amazing! Highly recommend.
Home cooking 1-2 a week
$80
Very good people skills and drivers great results. Highly recommended for kids parities. Did great work at our baby’s birthday.
Baby birthday photos (21st Nov,2-5pm,Bella Vista)
$250
Very happy with Susan and the assistance she gave me
Assist with Showering, Meal Prep and light domestic assistance
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Christine was very accomodating!
Weekly meal prep & delivery
$150
Amazing food, great company and pleasure to have around.
Home cooking
$40
Patricia is amazing and did an excellent job :) highly recommended
Help with cooking recipies each week
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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.
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Indian gujarati cook needed for home cooking
$350
Tarneit VIC 3029, Australia
8th Nov 2025
Indian Gujarati cook needed preferably female. This is for home cooking for 2 people.
Home Cook / Meal Prep help (2 days a week)
$50
St Kilda VIC, Australia
8th Nov 2025
Looking for someone to help with home cooking and meal prep a couple of times a week. Nothing too fancy — just healthy, balanced, home-style meals. Think slow-cooked dishes, steaks, grilled meat and veggies, salads, and a bit of variety. Open to ideas and flexibility — we can chat through preferences, meal types, and timings once we connect. Ideally suited for someone who enjoys cooking, is reliable, and can bring a bit of creativity to home meals. Should be open to do a paid trial week - Budget flexible.
Cupcakes Christmas theme
$200
Tivoli QLD, Australia
8th Nov 2025
Looking for prices for 60 cupcakes .
Birthday decor
$150
Clayton South VIC, Australia
8th Nov 2025
Its my girlfriend’s birthday i need to get some decorations done for her birthday at home only need some suggestions
Meal prepping
$30
Cardiff NSW, Australia
8th Nov 2025
I would like someone to come cook healthy meals 3 nights a week for our family if 4 and meal prep snacks/other meals. For that person to come up with the items to cook so I don’t have to think about it. Per hour rate.
Wedding Cake Needed
$250
Mosman, New South Wales
8th Nov 2025
Looking for a professional wedding cake baker to bake and deliver a custom wedding cake to Sergeants Mess, Mosman on our wedding day. We can discuss the design but I have attached a few sample photos Please include in your quote: Minimum serve Design and flavour options Delivery and setup at the venue in Mosman Preferred delivery date: 4th Dec 2025 Delivery Time : Around 10:30AM Kindly share photos of previous wedding cakes.
I want someone to do a surprise birthday decorations in our room
$100
Blackburn South VIC, Australia
8th Nov 2025
Can someone do some basic decor in our small study room? I’ll handover the keys and I want make a surprise decor in the evening. So the decor has to be ready by the time we come back home after 12am today
Birthday Cupcakes
$100
Ripley QLD 4306, Australia
8th Nov 2025
Looking for quotes to do an urgent cupcake supply for a birthday on the 12th of November. Needing 25 cupcakes! Had a baker but that's since fallen through. Needing them the day before (11th Nov) so that they can be taken to school on the 12th Nov. 6 year old girl, did have an idea for Kpop Demon Hunters theme but being so close to the date, may just need to be a standard design. Please note, these need to be allergy friendly cupcakes as there is a few people that have allergies. Possibly safer doing vegan cupcakes? Unsure however as this is the first time I've needed to provide for allergies. Allergies: Dairy, Egg and Shellfish
Meal prep breakfasts and lunches
$100
North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia
2nd Nov 2025
Come over on Sat or Sun and meal prep for the upcoming week. To be done once a week.
Great job doing meal prep for kids breakfasts and lunches
Decorate hotel room for Husband’s birthday
$100
Broadbeach QLD 4218, Australia
11th Oct 2025
Need to get a bottle, helium balloons (gold with 3 and 0) and a cake. I’ll pay separately for all 3 things
AMAZING! Nothing else would justify how efficient Judith is. She gets you and the task and complete it exactly how you like it.
Meal preparation
$200
Mount Waverley VIC, Australia
8th Oct 2025
I’m looking to have someone help me with healthy meal preparation for a family of 4, 2 adults and 2 kids. I need the meals to be freezer friendly as I’m preparing to welcome a newborn and have run out of steam. I’ll shop for all ingredients needed and will require the meals to be prepared in my home. I’ll be available for hands on help on the day.
Highly recommend Eliza.
Weekly Meal Prep Cook Needed
$200
Docklands VIC 3008, Australia
4th Oct 2025
Weekly Meal Prep Cook Needed – High-Protein, Nutritious Meals (2x per week) Description: I’m looking for someone who can cook high-quality, high-protein meals for me every week. I eat 2 big meals per day, and I’m after food that’s nutritious, clean, and filling — mainly steak, chicken, fish, rice, veggies, and other healthy options. I run a business full-time and don’t have time to cook, so I’m after someone reliable who can handle the shopping, cooking, and meal prep side of things — ideally using fresh ingredients from the Vic Market or similar. You don’t need to be a private chef, but you should enjoy cooking and know how to make food that tastes amazing while being balanced and nutrient-dense. What’s Involved Cook twice per week (for example, Sunday & Wednesday) Prepare 10–12 meals total (2 large meals per day) Focus on protein-rich, nutrient-balanced meals Handle the shopping (budget provided) Portion and store meals (containers provided if needed) Keep the kitchen clean and tidy after prep Example Meal Types Rib-eye steak + buttered greens + roasted potatoes Grilled chicken + rice + seasonal vegetables Teriyaki salmon + stir-fried veg Lean beef mince bowls or wraps Protein pasta with lean meat and fresh herbs Budget Labour: $150 per week Ingredients: separate $150 - $200 food budget (paid by me) Looking for someone consistent who can work with me long-term. Ideal Candidate Enjoys cooking and meal prepping Understands high-protein / nutritious meals Clean, reliable, and efficient Ideally near Melbourne CBD or Docklands area Experience with gym-style meal prep or family cooking a plus To apply, please include: A short intro about you and your cooking experience Example meals or photos if available Your availability generally speaking.
Attentive, focused, professional…are just a few words to describe Christine! She is a fantastic caterer & cook, who saves me a lot of time and keeps me well nourished. 11/10!
House assistant for cleaning, laundry & healthy meal prep
$250
Burleigh Heads QLD, Australia
2nd Oct 2025
Looking for a reliable and proactive house assistant in Burleigh Heads to help keep my apartment running smoothly. Tasks include: - General cleaning & tidying (kitchen, bathroom, living area, floors) - Laundry (washing, drying, folding, ironing when needed) - Grocery shopping & restocking essentials - Healthy meal prep (simple, mostly repetitive easy meals, don't have to be a master chef ;)) - Occasional errands (e.g., picking up parcels, household items) What I’m looking for: - Someone organised, discreet, and trustworthy - Health-conscious and confident with simple, nutritious cooking - Positive, can-do attitude, notices what needs doing without being told Ideally available 1-2 times per week (hours flexible, can discuss) We’ll start with a trial for 1–2 visits, and if it’s a good fit, I’d love this to become a long-term role. Happy to pay above standard cleaning rates for the right person
Ren did a great job keeping our apartment clean and organized.
Need decorator for birthday party
$200
The Ponds, New South Wales
1st Oct 2025
You will have 1 and half hour (form 8:30am - 10am) before party to decorate the place. Its at a community hall in the ponds. Need decoration similar to pictures and also need table setup for 50 guests. You will also need to packup everything before 2:30pm.
Ana did a lovely job with the overall décor — everything looked beautiful and thoughtfully arranged. There were a few hiccups and the setup didn’t finish exactly on time, but considering she’s new and offered a very reasonable price, she did a commendable job overall.
Chiffon cake for a birthday
$5
Prahran VIC 3181, Australia
28th Sep 2025
Looking for someone who can make a nice chiffon cake for my partner’s birthday. Nothing over the top, just light, fluffy and tasty. Something that can feed about 4 people I think maybe 6". Happy with classic flavours (vanilla, orange, earl gray, pandan, etc.) but open to ideas. Bonus points if it looks simple and elegant – not too fancy. Need it by 3rd october.
Absolutely fantastic! The chiffon cake was light, fluffy and delicious!!! you can tell it was made with care. Everything was smooth from start to finish: punctual, great communication and a genuinely lovely person to deal with. Highly recommend!
Cleaning, tidying, linen changes, laundry, meal prep & household task
$160
Balmain, New South Wales
19th Sep 2025
Cleaner / Housekeeper – General Help Needed (Rozelle) Looking for a friendly, reliable person to help us give our home a spring clean, so it's super tidy and organised and keep things running smoothly. Job Details: General clean and tidy of a 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home Straightening up and making the house look organised and things away. Folding clean laundry, putting clothes on hangers and away in cupboards Meal prep for kids’ lunches and/or dinners Changing towels and bed sheets Wiping down surfaces, cupboard doors, mirrors, shower screens, and bathrooms We’re after someone who is thorough, takes pride in their work, and enjoys leaving a space feeling fresh and organised. Location: Rozelle, Sydney Timing: Ideally Friday mornings or afternoons (approx. 3–4 hours).
She was a great help, and found other things to tackle.
Cake making and decorating - RABBITOHS THEMED
$300
Willoughby, New South Wales
13th Sep 2025
Hey there, wanting to get a 40th themed Rabbitohs birthday cake made. Happy to pick up from Sydney area. Photos are for inspiration. Would love to see the types of cakes you’ve made.
I am so impressed and will definitely be using Adrianna again. Thank you thank you thank you 🙏🙏🙏
Kitchen tidy up and meal prep
$100
Holmview QLD, Australia
4th Sep 2025
Heya! Just moved in, Looking for someone to come help me set up the kitchen, put all the groceries away, meal prep for an entire week and then come weekly onwards for a general tidy up (I’m the only occupier so it doesn’t get too messy) meal prep for the entire week from then onwards No meal preference: Just looking for calorie controlled high protein meals. Will supply all ingredients.
Gede turned up on time and cooked the most amazing food for my meal prep. He is an expert in multiple cuisines Japanese, Balinese and western . Will be using him for upcoming cooking jobs surely.
Weekly Meal Prep – 14 Meals (Weight-Gain Focus)
$150
Upper Coomera QLD, Australia
29th Aug 2025
TL;DR: Batch-cook 1 lunch + 1 dinner x 7 days in one session. Menu is locked: Sweet Soy Chicken + Steamed Rice and Spaghetti Bolognese. Portions generous. I’ll freeze/reheat. Goal: Total meals: 14 (7× lunches, 7× dinners) Cook frequency: Once per week (single prep/block) Style: Simple, tasty, repeatable. Ideally follow my usual recipes (I’ll share them), keep it consistent week to week. The menu (locked) Lunch (7x): Simple Sweet Soy Chicken + Steamed Jasmine Rice Target portion (guide): ~220–250g cooked chicken + ~300g cooked rice per meal Notes: classic sweet soy, mild/neutral (no heat), clean oil (olive/neutral) Dinner (7x): Simple Spaghetti Bolognese Target portion (guide): ~180–220g cooked beef bolognese + ~300g cooked pasta per meal Notes: onion/garlic/herbs/tomato base, nothing fancy; consistent texture Packaging & labelling Containers: 750–1000ml, microwave-safe, leakproof (you supply or I can) Labels: dish name, cook date Packed for freezer; rice and pasta not overcooked (so they survive reheat) Shopping & kitchen Groceries: You can shop with receipt (I reimburse) or I’ll pre-buy a list you provide Where to cook:Open to drop-off if you have a safe, clean setup Hygiene & reliability Current Food Safety/Food Handler cert preferred (let me know if you have one) Consistent results matter: same taste, same portions, same labelling each week Timing Aim for a consistent weekly slot (e.g., Mon or Tue mornings/afternoons) Budget Labour: Open to offers; as a guide $150–$220 for the cook session (negotiable based on experience) Groceries: reimbursed with receipt
Will be a recurring client, thank you very much Nicole and family!
Family Meal Plan
$10
Bassendean WA, Australia
27th Aug 2025
Meal Planning needed for Family of 5 in Bassendean.
Aime is AMAZING to work with. She made the whole task of meal planning, shopping, prepping, cooking, a breeze for our family of 5. Will 💯 work with her again! Thanks Aime!
