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Julia was able to work with me and offer many delicious sounding options for home cooked meal delivery. The meals were vegan and she was understanding of me wanting to eat mainly whole foods within that. I haven’t tried the food yet but it looks great, Julia listened to what I was interested in and when it was ready she delivered the food promptly. Highly recommend Julia as she is friendly engaging and easy to work with.

Home cooked vegan meals

$50

Tina knows her food and great to have around the house. Highly recommended

Home cooking

$40

Excellent!!!!

Home cooked meals

$150

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

Our family loves Mary! She is reliable, fun and, most importantly, a great cook! We are looking forward to having Mary over every week to delight us with new yummy recipes. Her meals are delicious, healthy, and very fussy-toddlers friendly 😀 She is also really good with young kids, leveraging her extensive childcare experience as chef. She knows how to balance fun, healthy and nutritious to keep toddlers happy and well fed. A gem! ❤️

Home cooking

$30

Amazing food, great company and pleasure to have around.

Home cooking

$40

What's the average cost of a home cook

$50 - $166

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$166

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Why book a home cooking service through Airtasker?

Let Airtasker connect you to the best home cook ​in your area! When you’re short on time, food preparation often takes the backseat. As stress levels rise, our instinct is to reach for food that’s easy, readily available and convenient. However, these kinds of food may not be what our body needs. Delicious as they may be, they might not be good for you in the long run.

Hiring a Tasker to provide home cooking allows you to enjoy food prepared just like mum’s or grandmum’s without having to labour hours and hours in the kitchen. Leave the slicing and dicing to us while you get that bread, figuratively, for the family.

This is an excellent option for busy parents or those living on their own. Home-cooked meals prepared specially for you will eliminate those moments deciding which takeaway to get daily. If you’re ready to start, select that pink “Post a Task” button. Taskers in your area would love to help!

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Good home-cooked meals are generally believed to be healthier than fast food or takeaway. Ordering out all the time is not only more costly. It can also take a toll on your health since they are either deep-fried or full of salt and sugar. Having a cook prepare your meals for you assures you that ingredients are fresh. If you want an even healthier option, you can also opt to hire a personal trainer or get advice from a nutritionist.

Home cooks can come to your home once a week and cook in your kitchen. This allows you to see how your food is prepared. However, if you don’t have enough kitchen space or would rather have your food delivered instead, home-cooked food delivery is possible too! Just ask your Tasker to cook the meals and have them delivered to your home or office after.

Usually, home cooks can come to your home or send food weekly. However, if you would instead book a home cook to prepare dishes for a group gathering or only need food delivered on a particular day, that’s not a problem. Hiring a home cook to prepare your meals every day is also possible. Just include your preferred frequency when you put up a task!

Each Tasker who sent you an offer will have reviews and ratings from previous clients. These can guide you in choosing the right one. When planning your menu and meals, your hired home cook can consider dietary requirements, allergies, and intolerances to avoid health issues. You can opt to have your Tasker cook in your home. If the meals are prepared in their own kitchen, feel free to request a virtual inspection. 

Personal chefs have usually had years of experience cooking in a commercial setting and could have earned a degree in their craft. A home cook may not have the professional training that a personal chef has, but don’t mistake for one second that the food and service they provide are less. Home cooks use their kitchen skills to bring you delicious food prepared just like how mum or grandmum would!

We understand that there could be a lot of things going on. A working mum with two little kids will barely have time to sleep, let alone keep the household spotless. Allow a Tasker to lend you a hand. There are cleaning, laundry and babysitting Taskers ready to connect with you! Just put up a task, pick a Tasker, and you’re all set.

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What do home cooking services include?

Hiring a home cook can change your overall eating experience. You can have home-cooked meals delivered when you’re craving something similar to your mum’s beef brisket or sticky toffee pudding recipe. Hiring a Tasker to prepare meals for you on an ongoing basis can remove the constant thinking about where to get healthy yet tasty home cooked food near you. Here’s what you can expect when you hire a home cook on Airtasker:

In-house cook

When you don’t have time to cook at home, meals can often be limited to what’s nearby and available. Hiring a Tasker to cook in your home allows you to enjoy hearty breakfasts and flavourful dinners without any hassle. There’s no need to block off portions of your day to slave away in the kitchen when you’re already too busy with work and other things to do on your list. Think of it as having your own personal chef, but the recipes can be more familiar and comforting.

Meals can be prepared one-time when you have family visiting or have batches of food prepared already for the week. Eliminate tasks like going to the grocery, cooking and cleaning up by hiring a Tasker to do all of it for you! Dig in a plate of yummy home-style baked pasta without lamenting about how to clean your oven.

Meal prepping and planning

Healthy eating can require a lot of time and effort when done by yourself. Hiring a home cook means you don’t have to struggle coming up with meal ideas, too! Let your Tasker know your dietary requirements and taste preferences. They can regularly visit to cook, store and freeze your menu for the week. If you prefer they cook at home, delivery of meals can be arranged as well. No more worrying about where to get reliable food delivery every mealtime. Just open up your fridge and take out what your Tasker prepared for that day. Pop it in the microwave or reheat it on a stovetop. Voilà, delicious food that’s ready to eat!

Dinner parties and catering

Get a home cook to cater for your dinner party or Sunday lunch. Instead of spending hours in the kitchen to prepare an impressive meal or bothering about pot luck, you and your guests can sit back and enjoy each other’s company. Your friends and family will appreciate being served meals that remind them of their childhood favourites. You can even ask your Tasker to use a family recipe if you want.

Recent Home Cooking tasks

Home cooking seevice

$30

Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029, Australia

26th Jul 2026

Need to cook healty and clean

Home Cooking Assistance

$40

Tennyson SA 5022, Australia

23rd Jul 2026

We’re looking for a reliable, experienced home cook to come to our family home in Tennyson once a week on an ongoing basis. This is not a catering role—we’re looking for someone who genuinely enjoys home cooking and can prepare delicious, wholesome family meals. About the role: • 4–5 hours once per week (weekday, flexible) • Ongoing position for the right person • Cook in our home using our kitchen • Follow our recipes (or contribute ideas for suitable meals) • Prepare approximately 5–7 family dinners for the week • Portion meals into containers ready for the fridge/freezer • Leave the kitchen clean and tidy before finishing We’ll provide: • All groceries and ingredients • Recipes (or we’re happy to collaborate on meal ideas) • Storage containers • Fully equipped kitchen The type of food we enjoy: We’re looking for someone who is confident preparing modern Australian home-style meals and other Western and Asian style cuisines. Meals should be fresh, healthy and full of flavour. Examples include: •Asian dishes - Roast meats and vegetables • Slow-cooked casseroles • Pasta dishes (limited) • Chicken and beef meals • Salads and grain bowls • Soups • Healthy family favourites • Freezer-friendly meals We’re looking for someone who: • Is an excellent home cook or has previous cooking experience • Takes pride in producing high-quality meals • Is organised, reliable and trustworthy • Has great attention to cleanliness and food hygiene • Can work independently Pay: We’re offering a competitive hourly rate based on experience, typically in the range of $30–$45 per hour for home cooks in Adelaide. We’re happy to discuss and agree on a fair rate with the right person. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear about your cooking experience, the types of meals you enjoy preparing, and why you’d be a great fit for our family.

Home cooked food

$20

Westmead NSW 2145, Australia

22nd Jul 2026

Home cooked Indian meals

Private chef/cook wanted for a home cooking class

$600

Chapel Hill QLD 4069, Australia

21st Jul 2026

I am looking for a chef or experienced cook to host a private cooking class. I thought either Thai or Mediterranean. Could you provide a quote for a two hour course including; 1) what cuisine or dishes you recommend teaching. 2) whether ingredients will be included in your price or if I need to purchase them. 3) any equipment I need to provide. Details: Date: Saturday 24th August in the afternoon. Location: Chapel Hill Brisbane Number of Participants: yet to be confirmed but probably 6. Other details: one participant is vegetarian.

Home cooked meal preps

$1,000

SA 5066, Australia

20th Jul 2026

I’d ideally like someone to come to my home twice a week and prepare around 12 individual meals for me. I’m looking for healthy, calorie conscious meals that are high in protein and tailored to my preferences. I’m mostly vegetarian but do eat seafood.

Home cooking

$30

Point Cook VIC 3030, Australia

17th Jul 2026

Home Cooking help needed in Point Cook

Home cooking service

$100

Adelaide SA 5085, Australia

17th Jul 2026

I need a home cook who can make vegetarian meals for a whole week.

Home cooked meals

$100

Mosman NSW 2088, Australia

15th Jul 2026

Home cooked meals / meal prep

Looking for home cooked meals

$350

Sydney NSW 2060, Australia

10th Jul 2026

I’m looking for home cooked meals, for 2 persons lasting 5 days. Items I’m looking for: 1. Baked fish with veggies/beans 2. Green salad with protein 3. Carbonara pasta with garlic prawns 4. Beef/lamb shanks/steak/stu

He was very accommodating, punctual and innovative with the menu.

Home cooked meals

$40

Cranbourne West VIC 3977, Australia

6th Jul 2026

I would like to get help from an Indian Chef who can cook a two course meal three days a week in the evening.

Excellent in Cooking home made meals. Very hygienic, delicious, authentic home made food😊

Home cooked meals

$40

Cranbourne West VIC 3977, Australia

6th Jul 2026

I would like to hire a person who can cook a two course Indian meal at home three days per week.

Home cooking weekly

$1,000

Clapham SA 5062, Australia

29th Jun 2026

I need someone to come and cook our Meals, then do the dishes

Home cooking

$120

Hughesdale VIC 3166, Australia

27th Jun 2026

We are looking for a reliable and experienced person to help with home cooking and light household cleaning. 🛠️ Responsibilities * Prepare fresh meals (preferably Indian / home-style cooking) * Kitchen cleaning and dishes * Laundry and ironing (optional) ⏰ Hours * Flexible: ideally 2–4 hours per day 1 Day per week 💰 Pay * $30–$40 per hour ✅ Requirements * Prior experience in cooking and household cleaning * Trustworthy and reliable

Excellent cooking skills

Indian cook required- home cooking

$100

Castle Hill NSW, Australia

26th Jun 2026

Indian cook for 3 hours for home cooking indian curries and chappatis. Utensils and groceries will be provided. If services are good, make it a weekly contract.

Home cooking, healthy vegetarian Indian food, Italian, Mediterranean

$40

Melbourne VIC 3084, Australia

26th Jun 2026

We are vegetarian and looking for someone who can at least come twice a week and prepare fresh meals to cover the whole week - lunch and diner.

Home Cooked Meal to help my Cousin in Hobart

$125

Austins Ferry TAS 7011, Australia

24th Jun 2026

Hi Taskers My cousin has had back surgery and me being in Sydney but wanting to send her some help thought that if I could find someone willing to cook some meals for her could be helpful to her and her family. I am hoping to find a Hobart local that can make a few meals that could be re-heated to help take the load off for a few days. Is this something you could do?

Home cooking

$40

Turramurra NSW 2074, Australia

16th Jun 2026

Cooking meal prep for a family

Help with home cooking

$200

Malvern VIC, Australia

14th Jun 2026

I’m very flexible with timing etc just looking for more Info at this stage

Home cooked meals

$160

Hawthorn VIC, Australia

3rd Mar 2026

Looking for someone to come once a fortnight to cook in bulk for our family of 4. Imagine it would be 3-4 hours to cook, clean up etc

Would be happy to recommend Annelies. She was easy to communicate with and an excellent cook

Home cooking

$50

Princes Hill VIC, Australia

4th Feb 2026

Regular cooking of Indian / western food in our house. Some served on day, some stored in fridge / freezer, ingredients provided,

Friendly, efficient and delicious cooking!