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Recent Meal Preparation & Planning reviews

Dale was easy to communicate with and provided an excellent service. He provided healthy, tasty comfort food and I didn't have to do any thinking! Highly recommended.

Meal planning and preparation

$5

Very well done and organised. Definitely recommend Kate.

Meal plan

$25

Samantha is absolutely great to have in your house. Very flexible and accommodating. She cooked 5 dinners for me and left me with a clean kitchen. Thank you.

Dinner meal prep.

$200

Rena completed the task perfectly! The food she cooked tasted amazing, and she was very well organised, clean - and washed everything. Definitely hiring her again, and would recommend her cooking services to anyone who needs help in the Meal Prep department ;)

Cooking / Meal Prep

$50

Georgia was amazing! She worked with us to create a menu that we were happy with and executed brilliantly today. We will be asking her back in two weeks time :-)

Meal preparation

$200

Julia is awesome! Suggested great meals, was very organised with the grocery list, made us lots of tasty meals and is a pleasure to welcome into our home. Literally can not think of anything that could've been better. :)

Weekly healthy meal prep for a couple

$120

What's the average cost of a meal prep specialist

$98 - $212

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$98

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$150

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$212

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Freshly prepared meals and main courses are just a few taps away on Airtasker! Taskers on our platform take the guesswork out of your weekly meal planning and save you the hassle of cooking and preparing your own food.

We know that it can be time-consuming to plan and prepare your meals. On top of that, it isn’t always easy to eat healthily. Skip the stress of meal prep, and let a Tasker take care of everything for you. They can design meal plans personalised to your unique health goals, complete with delicious dishes that can save you hours.

All you have to do is put up a task and include your budget, location, health goals and dietary preferences. Once your post is up, you will receive offers from Taskers in your area. You can compare ratings and read reviews to help you decide whose service best suits your needs. Once you accept an offer, you’ll be starting your journey to healthy eating in no time!

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It all depends on your health and fitness goals and your dietary needs and restrictions. Generally, a good meal plan emphasises vegetables, fruits, and whole grains, including lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts. It limits saturated and trans fats, sodium, and added sugars and must have controlled portion sizes. But as mentioned, every meal plan is unique. As long as you get your macronutrients through your meals, then your meal plan is good and balanced.

It’s highly recommended for you to be present when your meals are delivered to your location. It’s because most of the meals can be perishable and must be immediately stored inside your refrigerator or freezer. You can do this by coordinating your schedule with your Tasker. Otherwise, make sure to advise someone in your location that your meals will be delivered so they can store them properly right away. 

Most prepared meals last for four days, as long as they’re kept in an airtight container in your refrigerator or freezer. Some meals can even last longer, while some must be eaten in three days. It depends on the kind of meal your Tasker has prepared for you. For good measure, consume the meals according to the set meal plan and schedule to avoid food spoilage. 

Like all plans, some wiggle room and improvisations must be done to make them work. Maybe it’s an unexpected lunch out with friends or a dinner date with your special someone. Whatever the case is, your Tasker can adjust your meal plan for you when needed. They can either bump your menu to the next day or save it for the next week. Remember to inform your Tasker immediately if you need to skip a day on your meal plan!

Absolutely! We understand that you may want to bring some people with you on your health journey. All you have to do is indicate this detail on your task. Specify how many people want to have their meals planned and prepared, and include their respective dietary preferences. Your Tasker can schedule a session with you to further understand each of your needs. 

Your meal preparation & planning service can be paid via cash or through Airtasker Pay if you prefer a cashless transaction. Let your Tasker know which payment method you prefer beforehand. Also, discuss how often you want to pay for their service, whether it’s every day, every week, or every month. Lastly, make sure to ask your Tasker about all the inclusions, such as the delivery fee.

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What do meal preparation & planning services include?

Having someone to plan and prepare your meals is an easy way to enjoy balanced, delicious meals while hitting your fitness goals at the same time! You can enjoy the convenience of having every meal customised according to your preferences and dietary needs. Here’s what you can expect from meal planning and preparation services near you:

Meal planning

Running out of meal ideas? Let a Tasker plan your meals and save you time and stress! They can personalise meal plans according to your dietary needs, restrictions, allergies, and aversions. You can have ready meals for a day, a week, or a month, but you can always have it adjusted whenever you want. From vegan and gluten-free to weight loss plans, your Tasker can prep your meals and keep you satisfied! For the health-conscious, hiring someone to give nutritional advice can be an added benefit, so you know which diet is the best for you. You can also get a personal trainer to help you lose fat, gain muscles, and reshape your body!

Meal preparation

For those who don’t have the time or energy to cook their own food, you can let your Tasker do it for you! They can prepare ahead meals based on the meal plan both of you have agreed upon. Your Tasker cooks your pre-prepared meals in either their kitchen or your own, and the meals should last depending on your agreed time frame. To make it even easier for you, you can get someone to shop for your groceries, so you can tick off items on your shopping list without having to step out of your house! Feel free to have fresh meat, veggies, and fruits delivered if you want to have your meal made with fresh ingredients.

Meal delivery

If your breakfast and lunch are cooked and prepared in your Tasker’s kitchen, you can have your meals delivered to your door. Your ready prepared meals are sent to you in freezer bags or oven-safe boxes, all set for reheating any time. Make sure to store them properly in your refrigerator or freezer to avoid getting them spoiled! If you need healthy meals delivered right away, a Tasker can also bring you healthy takeaway from your go-to restaurant so you can enjoy freshly-cooked food while sticking to your diet.

Recent Meal Preparation & Planning tasks

Family Meal Prep

$150

Bassendean WA, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

We’re a busy family of 5 seeking help to prepare 4 family friendly meals weekly and also some baking for school lunches. Meals can be prepared externally or at our house in Bassendean.

Weekly meal prepared in our home

$25

Gungahlin ACT 2912, Australia

22nd Aug 2025

I need a muslim cook and kitchen helper 1 day per week.

Meal Prep - Cooking & Portioning Meals

$25

Tullamarine VIC, Australia

22nd Aug 2025

Hi, I’m looking for someone to cook and portion 7 days of prepped meals. Meal recipes are straightforward: rice, chicken, ground beef, yams, veggies, and a few extras (pineapple, guac, salsa). Weekly total to cook: ~3kg rice ~3kg chicken breast ~500g ground beef ~800g yams ~1.8kg veggies ~Plus small extras (pineapple, guac, salsa, yogurt, coleslaw) Meals should be savoury, flavourful, and portioned into containers Label containers by meal/day 📍 Location: I can pick up from your home or restaurant. 💲 Payment: Either I’ll buy the groceries and pay you for cooking, or you can shop + cook and I’ll reimburse groceries + pay for prep.

Weekly Meal prep

$250

Paddington NSW, Australia

21st Aug 2025

I need someone to drop off around 4 lunch and 4 dinner meals a week to meal prep it.

Weekly meal prep

$220

Paddington NSW, Australia

21st Aug 2025

I need some money to meal prep me around 15 meals a week that are healthy and nutritious.

Meal prep weekly meals

$100

Karratha WA, Australia

21st Aug 2025

Hi I’d like to reach out and see if someone’s able to assist me with meal prepping and meeting my macros as someone whose got some fitness goals and not living local just doing fifo it’s quite hard to track calories protein etc with camp food. I will pay for all the food containers etc and then pay you for your time and effort into assisting with these meals price is negotiable

Cook / Chef for weekly meal prep

$120

Broome WA 6725, Australia

21st Aug 2025

Hi there, I’m looking for a reliable and experienced cook/chef who can help with weekly meal prep. Ideally, I’d like someone who can: • Prepare healthy, tasty meals in bulk (open to discussing dietary preferences and menu ideas). • Portion them into containers for the week. • Either cook from my home kitchen or prepare offsite and deliver. This will be a regular weekly arrangement, so I’m hoping to find someone who’s consistent, flexible, and enjoys creating delicious, balanced meals. Please share your experience, availability, and rates. Thank you!

Looking for a weekly home cook (in your kitchen) for meal prep

$100

Brisbane QLD, Australia

21st Aug 2025

Hi all, Thank you for reading this! I’m looking for someone to cook for me on a weekly basis to help with meal prep. You’ll cook in your own kitchen. I’ll provide recipes and organise delivery of all ingredients to you. Once the meals are ready, I’ll come and pick them up. Professional cooking experience is great but not necessary – I’d be very happy to work with a solid amateur cook who enjoys making good food. This will take about 3 hours per week, and my budget is $90–$100 per week. If you’re interested (or have any questions), please reply here, I’d love to hear from you. Thank you so much!

Weekly meal prep in home or at your location.

$90

Maribyrnong VIC, Australia

20th Aug 2025

Weekly healthy meal prep. All meals to be weighed and macro counted menu per week consisting of lunch, dinner and snacks x6 per week. Meal plan will be given to you. Can be prepped at my location or yours. You are required to do grocery shopping and I will reimburse.

Meal Prep / House Keeper

$175

Mermaid Waters QLD, Australia

20th Aug 2025

Housekeeper / Meal Prep Helper Needed (Mondays) Looking for a reliable, experienced person to help out at our home on Mondays. Tasks include: • Cooking & preparing around 20 meals (basic meal prep, healthy, simple). • 1–2 loads of washing. • Basic housekeeping/cleaning (tidy up, light cleaning). Requirements: • Previous experience in cooking and household support. • Must be organised and efficient. • Have your own car (mobile and reliable). Details: • Work required on Mondays (mornings preferred). • Approx. 4–6 hours. • Ongoing weekly opportunity for the right person. If this sounds like you, please apply with: 1. short intro to yourself 2. Your relevant work experience 3. Why you think you would be a good fit 4. Could you order the food on Woolworths app, and then pick it up and bring it to our home and cook it and we will pay you for your time and the groceries.

Meal prep for the week

$150

Berrinba QLD, Australia

19th Aug 2025

3 dinners for 5 ppl the week.

Nicole has been nothing short of helpful. Meals are delicious. Very prompt with time & so easy To get along with.

Meal Preparation

$80

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

11th Aug 2025

Prepare some simple meals / snacks for our freezer. This will help our family get through our busy schedules. Cooked & Frozen - egg & vegetable breakfast tarts x 6 - egg & bacon & veg breakfast tarts x 6 - capsicum & onion sauce x 6 portions - wilted greens x 4 serves - chicken & veg soup - 6 serves Frozen Uncooked - Chicken & veg burgers x 6 We will supply the recipes. You supply the ingredients, cook and deliver to us in Richmond on Friday, or Blairgowrie on Weekend. But needs to be organic vegetables, high quality free range eggs and meat - we can reimburse the value of your receipts. The choice of ingredients is important to us. This suits someone with attention to detail, food hygiene, and timeliness. If it goes well, this will be a fortnightly repeat job. Price excludes ingredients, will reimburse you for the cost of these on top of the task price.

Connie was awesome. Clear communication, punctual, clean and asked questions when the details of the task weren't clear. Best of all our meals tasted great. 100% would hire again!

Looking for a Cook/Meal Planner – Weekly Help

$150

Applecross WA 6153, Australia

16th Jul 2025

Hi! I'm trialing the idea of having someone come in once a week to help with meals and general kitchen upkeep. The main goal is to ensure I have access to good food and a well-stocked, functional kitchen. Here’s what I’m looking for: * Plan and prepare a meal based on what’s available in the kitchen * Use my phone and Uber to order groceries if needed, pick them up, and put them away * Refresh fruit supplies and toss out anything expired * Help maintain a stocked and organized fridge * Gradually reorganize the kitchen over time to make it more user-friendly There’s a friendly dog on the property—she might hang around, but if she’s in the way, we can keep her out of the kitchen during your visit. This is a flexible role and a bit of an experiment, so I’d love to hear from you if you’re open-minded, reliable, and enjoy helping create calm, functional spaces. Thanks!

Exceptionally quick and professional service.

Weekly Meal Prep (Family of 3 ) Healthy & Dairy-Free

$100

Altona VIC, Australia

16th Jul 2025

We’re looking for a reliable, experienced home cook or chef to prepare a week’s worth of healthy meals for our family (2 adults + 1 toddler) in our home in Altona on a Wednesday. What we need: * 4 x family dinners (cooked in double portions to last 2 nights each) e.g. curry, stir fry, pasta dish etc. * 1 x lunch meal prepped in bulk (for 2 adults, 5 days e.g. chicken rice veg) * 2 x baked healthy snacks (e.g. muffins, oat bars) * All meals must be dairy-free and made with natural ingredients * Access to slow cooker, rice cooker, food blender. We’ll provide: * Grocery ingredients (we do the shop). * All cooking equipment + kitchen access * Optional - we have a 4 weekly rotation of recipes (we have a Trello board of simple, family-friendly dishes.) Open to you creating your own menus though. You’ll provide: * Meal prep and cooking in our home * Efficient kitchen use and portioning of meals into containers * Cleaning up after yourself Time Required: Approx. 3 hours weekly on Wednesday Experience: * Home cooks or chefs with family-style cooking experience * Familiar with batch cooking, portion control, and simple recipes * Must be clean, organised, and comfortable working in a family home Budget: Please quote for your time (ingredients provided). We’d love someone friendly, practical, and reliable who can help lighten our mental load and keep our family nourished each week!

Wow! Riya has been my ray of sunshine today hard at work in my kitchen cooking a week’s worth (+!) of family meals and lunches. So warm, friendly. Absolutely loved having her here and so grateful for the help. Massaman Beef Curry tonight was 10/10 and the banana bread went down a treat! Highly recommend.

Weekly meal prep

$100

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

14th Jun 2025

Weekly meal prep for drop off in Coburg

Adam was very nice but the food was over salted and desert was a pretzel in yogurt. Appreciate the effort but will not use again.

Meal Prep

$100

Coorparoo QLD, Australia

10th Jun 2025

5 X meals for lunch (I lunch at 11:30) 5 afternoon snacks - (for 2pm) Not too heavy as gym/exercise most days afterwork Dinners - Perhaps 2 Freezer friendly dinners at a later stage depending but can discuss later on. Have you provided this service before? What meals/snacks would you offer? What would you charge? Thanks

Top communicator through and through. A slight delay but just because log gets in the way sometimes. You’d be inhuman to hold that against anyone. Will happily work with Raennon again

Looking for afternoon help (now till July) with housework + meal prep

$110

Rose Bay, New South Wales

2nd Jun 2025

We’re a relaxed, loving family based in the Eastern Suburbs. Our home is lively and full of energy, with young children, a baby, and two parents who work and juggle a lot! We value kindness, clear communication, and people who enjoy being part of a warm, respectful household. We’re looking for someone who’s comfortable with the rhythm of family life, happy to lend a hand with tidying, cooking simple meals, and keeping things running smoothly in the afternoons. You’ll be appreciated, trusted, and treated as part of the team.

Great! Highly recommend

Indian cooking and meal prep (ongoing weekly $30/hr)

$5

Croydon Hills VIC 3136, Australia

30th May 2025

Indian cooking and meal prep weekly for a family of 4 people. 2 adults and 2 kids (1 and 5 yrs old). Ideally would like it regularly 1 day per week, so that cooking, packing and freezing can be done for a week. Also cleaning/tidying the kitchen after cooking will be preferred. Will to pay $30/hour and of course can work out different payment pattern once a routine and relationship is built.

Jill was great throughout. Will definitely recommend 👍

Organic meal prep

$5

South Yarra, Victoria

28th May 2025

Looking for someone to provide organic and gluten free meal prep - breakfast, lunch and dinner for 5 days. See attached image for desired daily protein/fats etc below. No seed oils or preservatives please and if using fish I prefer a low mercury type of fish. I am keen to avoid plastic containers so can supply Pyrex containers if that is easier. I’m happy to collect the meals or have them delivered to South Yarra. Happy to discuss what works best.

Lovely to deal with!

Meal preparation food cooked

$100

Port Phillip VIC, Australia

21st Mar 2025

Cook meal preparation For weekly lunch

Picked up food all packed nicely polite and worked with me looking forward to trying it