Hire a Personal Chef Near You
A personal chef who cooks for you on a recurring schedule. Customized to your diet, your budget, and your week. From $12/meal.
How a Personal Chef Works
1. Tell Us Your Needs
Share your dietary needs, goals, and how many meals you need per week. Keto, paleo, vegan, macros — we handle it all.
2. Your Chef Meal Preps
A personal chef comes to your home or kitchen, cooks everything in one session, portions, labels, and packs your fridge.
3. Eat Well All Week
Every meal is ready to heat and eat. No more takeout, no more meal prep stress. Healthy eating on autopilot.
Who Hires a Personal Chef?
Fitness & Athletes
Macro-counted meals tailored to your training cycle
Perfectly portioned
Busy Families
A fridge full of healthy, family-approved dinners
Time saved daily
Diet-Specific Eaters
Keto, paleo, vegan, gluten-free — done right
Customized menus
Working Professionals
No more sad desk lunches or takeout
From $12/meal
Weight Loss Goals
Calorie-controlled meals that actually taste good
Track your macros
Medical Diets
Low sodium, diabetic-friendly, anti-inflammatory
Doctor-recommended
Personal Chef vs. Meal Delivery
Why pay for generic meal delivery when you get a chef who knows your kitchen?
| Feature | Personal Chef | Meal Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| Customized to your diet | ✓ Yes | ✗ Limited |
| Cooked in your kitchen | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Fresh, not reheated | ✓ Yes | Maybe |
| Cost per meal | $12 - $25 | $10 - $18 |
| Flexible scheduling | ✓ Full control | Weekly menu |
Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Chefs
What is a personal chef?
A personal chef is a professional cook who prepares meals on a recurring schedule — typically weekly or biweekly. They customize menus to your diet, prep in batches, and store everything ready to eat. Unlike a private chef who works for one household, a personal chef serves multiple clients.
How much does a personal chef cost?
Personal chefs typically charge $45-$150 per hour, or offer weekly packages starting at $150/week depending on the number of meals. Meal prep packages average $12-$25 per meal.
What's the difference between a private chef and a personal chef?
A private chef usually works for one household full-time. A personal chef works with multiple clients, cooking in batches during scheduled visits to fill your fridge for the week.
Can a personal chef accommodate special diets?
Absolutely. Chefs on Chefry specialize in keto, paleo, vegan, gluten-free, Whole30, macro-based, and many more dietary requirements. Just filter by your diet when browsing.
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