Restaurant-quality dining, in your home, for your occasion.
Your Private Chef, Delivered
Handpicked Chefs. One Standard
Every chef on Book a Chef is personally vetted before they're invited to join. We look for skill, professionalism and genuine hospitality, not just a good photo. When you book with us, you're booking a proven standard, not a stranger in your kitchen.
What to Expect
Private dining done properly. Your chef arrives with everything needed, cooks in your kitchen and leaves it spotless. You focus on your guests. We handle the rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you book.
Still have a question? We'd love to hear from you.
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Pricing depends on the number of guests, menu complexity, and duration of your event. As a guide, most bookings range from $150 to $300 per person inclusive of the chef and groceries. We provide a full breakdown before any commitment is required.
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We currently serve the Gold Coast, Byron Bay and Brisbane regions. If you're unsure whether we cover your location, send us an enquiry and we'll confirm within 24 hours.
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Submit an enquiry through our Book Now page. Tell us your date, occasion, guest count and any dietary requirements. We'll come back to you within 24 hours with a chef match and proposed menu.
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Yes. Your chef will work with you to build a menu around your occasion, preferences and dietary requirements. You'll see and approve everything before your event date.
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A kitchen with standard appliances, adequate refrigerator space and basic cookware. Your chef will confirm any specific requirements when your booking is confirmed. You don't need anything special.
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Your chef arrives with all ingredients and equipment, cooks in your kitchen, plates to a restaurant standard, and leaves your space clean and tidy. You and your guests focus entirely on enjoying your evening.
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We recommend at least 7 days notice to ensure availability and allow time to plan your menu properly. For peak periods like Christmas, New Year, long weekends, we suggest booking 3 to 4 weeks ahead.
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Cancellations within 7 days are non-refundable. Contact us as early as possible if your circumstances change and we'll do our best to find a solution.
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Every chef on our platform has been personally vetted, not by an algorithm. We assess their professional background, their food and their standard of service before they appear on the platform. We only work with chefs whose food and professionalism we'd stake our name on.
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Not at all. We cater for private residences, holiday rentals, Airbnbs, boats and private event spaces. As long as there's a working kitchen, we can make it work.