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Great personalised chef

Cook needed to Meal prep 3-4 different meals for family for the week

£100

Hired for meal prep - delicious! Exactly what we were looking for and better.

Meal prep

£50

Sophie was amazing and extremely meticulous in her planning and execution. I liked that Sophie took the time to really understand what our whole family liked as well as flavour combinations, allergies etc. Overall 10/10 and would 100% recommend.

Help with cooking and meal prep

£25

What's the average cost of a Meal Prep expert

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Why book a meal preparation & planning service through Airtasker?

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. This is because most meals can be perishable and must be immediately stored inside your fridge or freezer. You can do this by coordinating your schedule with your Tasker. Otherwise, make sure to advise someone at 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 fridge 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

“Home Chef / Healthy Meal Prep – Regular Work”

£15

Bristol, Bristol, BS1

2nd Sep 2026

Hello, I am a busy professional with limited mobility and I’m looking for a reliable home chef/cook who can come to my home for a few hours at a time to prepare healthy meals in batches. The price listed is p/h, but I am willing to negoitate The aim is to prepare enough food to last me up to two weeks, including meals that can be portioned and frozen where appropriate. I’d initially like to do this regularly over the next few months (starting from October), with the hope of turning it into an ongoing arrangement if we work well together. My food preferences: I occasionally eat poultry, but I strongly prefer vegetarian and vegan food. I particularly enjoy: * Mediterranean * North African * Southeast Asian * West African * Caribbean * Grilled food You definitely don't need to be great at all of these! If you can cook one or two of these cuisines particularly well, that would be great. I'm also very open to trying new cuisines and dishes. Diet / nutrition: I’m very health-conscious, so meals should generally be high-protein, low-carb and nutritionally balanced. I’d especially love someone who can make healthier versions of classic dishes—for example, replacing carb-heavy ingredients with healthier alternatives while still making the food genuinely enjoyable and filling. Ideally, you’ll be comfortable with: * Planning a varied batch-cooking menu * Vegetarian/vegan high-protein cooking * Portioning meals for storage * Preparing food that freezes and reheats well * Working independently in a home kitchen When replying, please let me know what cuisines you cook best, your experience with healthy/vegetarian meal prep, your availability and roughly how many hours you think you would need per session. If possible, it would be great to see a few examples/photos of food you’ve made. This could become regular ongoing work for the right person.

Meal Preparation

£80

Pimlico, Greater London, SW1V

2nd Sep 2026

Looking to do meal prep for one week and possibly beyond. I have a list of dietary foods I’ll like to use as a guide to create the meals (Breakfast & Dinner)

Cooking meal prep

£60

Wimbledon Common, Greater London, SW19

31st Aug 2026

Weekly meal preparation once a week

Meal prep once a week

£60

Pimlico, Greater London, SW1V

31st Aug 2026

Looking for a reliable home cook to come to my home once a week for around 3 hours and prepare high-protein meals for me to take to work. Budget: £60 per session (approx. 3 hours). Ingredients provided by me. All meals need to be strictly low-FODMAP and lactose-free, following recipes/ingredients provided by me. I’m happy for the same dish to be cooked in larger quantities and divided into multiple portions, so there is no need to prepare a different recipe for every meal. The meals should be suitable for storing in the fridge/freezer and either reheating or eating cold. The meals should be portioned into containers and the kitchen left clean afterwards. Looking for someone reliable for a regular weekly arrangement.

House cleaning, meal planning and meal prepping. Maybe 2x per month?

£100

New Charlton, Greater London

30th Aug 2026

I would like someone to help me with keeping on top of the house Meal planning/ prepping meals Im trying to stay consistent but its hard! I have a modest home and one teenager. And 1 cat.

Help with Meal Prep

£100

Marylebone, Greater London

26th Aug 2026

I need someone to come to my place and cook about 10 different recipes with 4 portions of each for meal prep, to fill 40 individual food containers. A fully furnished kitchen is available. I would expect this to take about 4/5h. We can agree upfront about the recipes, and I would take care of buying all the requested ingredients, so you would not have to bring anything. No specific types of cuisine are requested as long as food is very healthy.

Home cooking and meal preparation

£30

Seven Sisters, Greater London

23rd Aug 2026

I am looking for a cook who can prepare food for a week

Weekly cook to meal prep

£80

Canonbury, Greater London

19th Aug 2026

Looking to trial weekly chef’s that will come in Sundays to cook 4 meals for two that I can meal prep and store for the week. Hoping the job is 2-4hrs max, but can see how it goes. I will pay for any ingredients needed.

Healthy meal preparation.

£20

Parsons Green, Greater London, SW6

18th Aug 2026

Healthy meal prep / batch cooking on an occasional basis. (Eg protein bowls, egg muffins, chia seed puddings, salad jars, healthy snacks). £20-30/hour

Batch cooking meal prep

£60

Hackney, Greater London, E8

12th Aug 2026

Weekly meal prep — Hackney / London Fields (E8) Looking for someone reliable to batch-cook for me once a week in my home kitchen. Standing weekly slot, around 3 hours, flexible on day and time. The work: – Cook 5–6 recipes I provide, in a single session – Portion into containers for the fridge/freezer, labelled – Clean the kitchen and do the washing up after Important: I follow a restricted diet and cook from recipes set by my nutritionist. The recipes must be followed exactly — no substitutions or improvising. I'll have everything written out clearly, and I supply all ingredients. What I need from you: – Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate – Comfortable batch cooking and portioning, not fine dining – Reliable and clean — this is a weekly arrangement if it works out Kitchen is fully equipped (oven, air fryer, hob, all utensils). I will shop for and pre buy the ingredients . Let me know your availability and a bit about your experience.

I need a local chef to help with meal prep twice per month

£100

Crystal Palace, Greater London, SE19

11th Aug 2026

Private chef for fortnightly meal prep — cooking in my home (Crystal Palace, SE London) I'm looking for an experienced cook/chef to come to my home once every two weeks to batch-cook and portion meals for my family. What's involved: Cooking in my kitchen (fully equipped), 4–5 hours per session, every fortnight Preparing 4–5 different meals per session, each serving 4 people. Some simple baking required — such as muffins, cookies, etc. — in place of one of the mains. Portioning for fridge/freezer; leaving the kitchen clean afterwards Cuisine & style: Mediterranean cuisine — Mediterranean experience is what matters. Latin American Cousin is also welcomed. Family-friendly, kid-friendly recipes — meals the whole family (including young children) will eat Happy to hear your ideas within that. Ingredients: I'll provide all the ingredients needed for the agreed recipes — we'll settle the menu ahead of each session so I can have everything ready Preferred day/time: Tuesday mornings preferred, but happy to have a chat about what works Ongoing, regular arrangement — looking for someone reliable I can rebook Budget: £25-30£ per hour (approx. £100–£130 per session)

Very happy with David! Very flexible and responsive! Everything that he cooked for us was amazing!

Weekly meal prep

£100

Swiss Cottage, Greater London

11th Aug 2026

Want some one to make meal preps on a weekly basis. Must have done something similar before

Weekly meal prep chef

£100

Fleet, Hampshire

6th Aug 2026

Weekly batch cooking / meal prep, ongoing, not a one-off > A bit about me: I'm French, I love food, and I've just started a demanding new job. I'm trying to buy some time back without eating badly. I'd love to find someone building up their cooking business, or who simply has a real talent for food. I'd much rather back a person than order from a chain. The basics > 🔁 One session a week (roughly half a day) > 🍽️ Meals for the week, 1 adult, sometimes 2 > 🥡 Portioned into containers, ready to reheat (no daily cooking) > 📍 At our home in Fleet, or cooked at yours and dropped off, happy either way The food 🥗 > Healthy, properly seasoned, generous with vegetables. Nothing bland or "diet". Think good home cooking rather than gym meal-prep tubs, food that still tastes lovely on day three. Very open on cuisines, I'd honestly love to discover yours. >The rest is open > Menus, shopping, hours, how you like to work: let's talk it through. I'd rather fit around how you already work than hand you a rigid brief. > 💷 Can be discussed > Tell me a bit about how you usually run things and what you'd charge for a regular weekly booking 😊

Meal Preparation Service for dietary needs

£150

Tongwynlais, South Glamorgan

6th Aug 2026

Need a personal meal preparation service. Twice weekly on going!

For meal prep

£250

Rush Green, Greater London, RM7

5th Aug 2026

Weekly meal prep for 2 people

Meal prep food

£15

Streatham Vale, Greater London

4th Aug 2026

Healthy gym meals prepped - 3 dishes for the week

Weekly meal prep for two persons

£100

Highbury, Greater London, N5

2nd Aug 2026

Family of two (soon to be three) looking for a chef, meal prep helper once a week to prepare weeknight meals that can be stored, frozen and then reheated for weeknight dinners.

Weekly Meal Prep Needed (7 Meals)

£15

Derby, Derbyshire

1st Aug 2026

I’m looking for someone to meal prep for me once a week at my flat in Derby. Each week, I’ll simply tell you the 7 meals I’d like (for example: spaghetti bolognese, chicken curry, chilli con carne, pasta bake, etc.), and I’d like you to prepare them however you think is best. I will provide and pay for all the ingredients, and I’ll also provide the meal prep containers. The role includes: * Cooking 7 individual meals. * Portioning them into meal prep containers. * Leaving the kitchen clean and tidy afterwards. I’m looking for someone reliable who enjoys cooking and is interested in an ongoing weekly arrangement. Please let me know about any cooking or meal prep experience you have, along with your availability.

Meal prep for weighloss

£60

Grahame Park, Greater London

31st Jul 2026

batch cook and meal prep health dishes. i will have the igredient delivered before you arrive

Weekly meal prep and cook some meals in my home

£100

Newcastle, County Down

28th Jul 2026

Someone to cook on Monday Tuesday Wednesday and some meal prep for rest of the week