Private Chef in Scottsdale
Rent one of our 274 personal Chefs in Scottsdale. Chat, customize your menu, and join 41,456 happy customers with our Private Chef experience.
Hire a personal Chef in Scottsdale
Enjoy the unique flavors of the desert with our private chefs in Scottsdale. If you want to level up your special occasions, the private chef service in Scottsdale, AZ, is for you.
Since 2017, Take a Chef has provided over 41,456 guests with a chef at their Scottsdale homes. From dinner parties to birthday celebrations, our private chefs have your special nights covered.
Try something unique that fits your budget. Find a personal chef in Scottsdale, AZ, that suits your taste, and let them create moments you and your guests will never forget.
How it works
Submit your request
Tell us everything about your perfect meal, date, and budget. No commitment!
Chat with Chefs
Chat with private Chefs and get proposals until you find the right one.
Craft your menu
Customize it all! from the number of courses to the ingredients in your meals.
Book your Chef
With the right Chef and menu, complete your request and mark your calendar!
Live the experience
Welcome your Chef and relax! Enjoy great company and delicious meals from your kitchen.
274 private Chefs in Scottsdale
Learn more about our best private Chefs in Scottsdale
Over 41,400 guests enjoyed the experience of a personal chef in Scottsdale
4.67 Chef
Guests have scored their experience with their private Chef in Scottsdale with a 4.67.
4.8 Food quality
The menus from our private Chefs in Scottsdale hold a strong 4.8.
4.78 Presentation
Beyond flavor, the presentation of dishes by our personal Chefs in Scottsdale scored 4.78.
4.85 Cleanup
With our emphasis on tidiness, post-event cleanup earned a 4.85.
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18,563 menus customized by our personal Chefs in Scottsdale
Hire a Chef in Scottsdale, AZ, to boost your special occasions.
Spinach & artichoke dip roasted artichokes | four cheese mix | toasted baguette
Burrata & prosciutto tomato-chipotle jam | arugula | ciabatta toast
Maple brined pork belly white bean puree | shiitake mushrooms | shishito peppers | asiago
Ahi tuna poke cucumber | red onion | edamame | green onion | nori | wonton
Pistachio ricotta bruschetta ciabatta | honey | arugula
Tomato vierge bruschetta tomato | basil | garlic | mozzarella pearls | balsamic reduction
Chopped iceberg smoked bacon | gorgonzola | artichoke | roasted red peppers | balsamic
House salad wedge mixed greens | tomatoes | pecans | grilled baguette | asparagus | bleu cheese
Classic caesar salad romaine | tomatoes | parmesan | croutons | creamy caesar dressing
Wedge salad bacon | tomatoes | blue cheese crumbles | pickled onions | buttermilk dressing
Smoked double bone pork chop tart cherry-red wine compote | yukon potato puree | sautéed broccolini
Pork porterhouse apple-ginger chutney | sweet potato puree | balsamic glazed broccolini
Stuffed chicken breast herb marinade | prosciutto | buffalo mozzarella | red pepper coulis | pesto roasted baby potatoes | butternut squash
Half roasted chicken chimichurri | roasted fingerling potatoes | sautéed green beans
Grilled flank steak red wine demi | roasted garlic mashed potatoes | julienne vegetables
Seared cod lemon herb butter | spinach orzo | asparagus
Crusted new york | gorgonzola cheese crust | garlic mashed potatoes | ratatouille
Paella || saffron rice | green beans | bell peppers | peas | chicken | sausage
Chocolate mousse cake dark rum | chocolate ganache
Cherry upside down bread pudding chocolate chips | cinnamon
Skillet chocolate chip cookie vanilla ice cream | salted caramel sauce
Espresso shot crème brûlée whipped cream | berries
Chocolate temptation cake chocolate cream | hazelnut cream
Seared scallop, capellini, lyonnaise beurre blanc
Blistered tomato risotto, oyster mushroom, heirloom greens
Caprese: goat cheese, heirloom tomatoes, basil vinaigrette
Sicilian lobster bisque, sourdough, truffle
Filet de boeuf, yukon goat purée, bordelaise, charred kale
Chicken cacciatore, root vegetable purée, red pepper gravy, romano
Clams, white wine garlic sauce, orzo, heirloom greens
Tiramisu panna cotta, vanilla mascarpone, salted dark chocolate ganache
Cannoli, blood orange mascarpone, chocolate and pistachio
Torta caprese, chocolate amaretto coulis, candied hazelnut
Lump crab ceviche with tostadas
Empanadas (argentinian turnovers)
Tuna crudo tostadas topped with fried leek
Mexican stuffed pepper taco
Chicken enchiladas suizas
Filipino pork adobo
Khao soi (thai noodle soup)
Spicy shrimp à l'orange with coconut rice
Ny strip with compound butter and fresh tomato salad
Tiramisu
Tres leches cake
Classic crème brûlée
Tortilla soup
Cacao and shrimp aguachile
Tuna tostada
Chip bar with guacamole, roasted tomato salsa, and salsa verde
Aguachile de callo (scallops aguachile)
Octopus taco
Duck carnitas tacos
Mexican stuffed pepper taco
Filet mignon served with poblano sauce and mexican street corn
Chicken enchiladas suizas
Short rib with sweet mole and guava/sweet potato puree
Pipian salmon with fresh vegetable salad
Camarones zarandeados (adobo marinated grilled shrimp)
Dulce de leche creme brulee
Fresas, coco y palanqueta
Tres leches cake
Flan
Spinach & artichoke dip || roasted artichokes | four cheese mix | toasted baguette
Burrata & prosciutto || tomato-chipotle jam | arugula | ciabatta toast
Maple brined pork belly || white bean puree | shiitake mushrooms | shishito peppers | asiago
Fried calamari || green onions | sweet peppers | sriracha aioli
Ahi tuna poke || cucumber | red onion | edamame | green onion | nori | wonton
Pistachio ricotta bruschetta || ciabatta | honey | arugula
Tomato vierge bruschetta || tomato | basil | garlic | mozzarella pearls | balsamic reduction
Shrimp & avocado || tomato | avocado | cucumber | green onion | lime vinaigrette
Chopped iceberg smoked bacon | gorgonzola | artichoke | roasted red peppers | balsamic
House salad wedge mixed greens | tomatoes | pecans | grilled baguette | asparagus | bleu cheese
Classic caesar salad romaine | tomatoes | parmesan | croutons | creamy caesar dressing
Wedge salad bacon | tomatoes | blue cheese crumbles | pickled onions | buttermilk dressing
Smoked double bone pork chop tart cherry-red wine compote | yukon potato puree | sautéed broccolini
Pork porterhouse apple-ginger chutney | sweet potato puree | balsamic glazed broccolini
Stuffed chicken breast herb marinade | prosciutto | buffalo mozzarella | red pepper coulis | pesto roasted baby potatoes | butternut squash
Half roasted chicken chimichurri | roasted fingerling potatoes | sautéed green beans
Risotto from the sea scallops | shrimp | calamari | mussels | roasted red pepper stock | grilled carrots | peas
Seared sea bass shiitake mushroom & tomato ragout | chive tossed capellini | kalamata olives
Grilled flank steak red wine demi | roasted garlic mashed potatoes | julienne vegetables
Grilled new york strip herb-beer marinade | espresso rub | whiskey demi | smoked gouda twice-baked potato | mushroom trio
Chocolate mousse cake dark rum | chocolate ganache
Cherry upside down bread pudding chocolate chips | cinnamon
Skillet chocolate chip cookie vanilla ice cream | salted caramel sauce
Espresso shot crème brûlée whipped cream | berries
Chocolate temptation cake chocolate cream | hazelnut cream
Seared scallop, capellini, lyonnaise beurre blanc
Blistered tomato risotto, oyster mushroom, heirloom greens
Mussels arrabbiata, chorizo, fennel, sourdough
Summer farro salad, heirloom tomatoes. shallots, capers
Sicilian lobster bisque, sourdough, truffle oil
Caprese: goat cheese, heirloom tomatoes, basil vinaigrette
Filet de boeuf, yukon goat purée, bordelaise, heirloom greens
Chicken cacciatore, root vegetable purée, red pepper gravy, romano
Clams, white wine garlic sauce, orzo, heirloom greens
Tiramisu panna cotta, vanilla mascarpone, salted dark chocolate ganache
Cannoli, blood orange mascarpone, chocolate and pistachio
Torta caprese, chocolate amaretto coulis, candied hazelnut
Spinach & artichoke dip || roasted artichokes | four cheese mix | toasted baguette
Burrata & prosciutto || tomato-chipotle jam | arugula | ciabatta toast
Maple brined pork belly || white bean puree | shiitake mushrooms | shishito peppers | asiago
Beef carpaccio || beef tenderloin | truffle vinaigrette | arugula | charred asparagus | romano
Fried calamari || green onions | sweet peppers | sriracha aioli
Prawns & avocado || heirloom tomato | avocado | cucumber | green onion | lime vinaigrette
Royal mac & cheese || gruyere | lobster meat | orichiette
Lump crab cakes || corn cream | avocado mousse | chili oil | micro greens
Ahi tuna poke || cucumber | red onion | edamame | green onion | nori | wonton
Lamb lollipops || shallot crust | sun dried tomato pesto | chive oil
Chopped iceberg || smoked bacon | gorgonzola | artichoke | roasted red peppers | balsamic
Beet & goat cheese || crispy prosciutto | toasted almonds | arugula | white balsamic vinaigrette
Heirloom tomato & watercress || feta crumbles | cucumber | caramelized shallot vinaigrette
House salad || mixed greens | tomatoes | pecans | grilled baguette | asparagus | bleu cheese
Smoked double bone pork chop || tart cherry-red wine compote | yukon potato puree | sautéed brocollini
Pork porterhouse || apple-ginger chutney | sweet potato puree | balsamic glazed broccolini
Stuffed chicken breast || herb marinade | prosciutto | buffalo mozzarella | red pepper coulis | pesto roasted baby potatoes | butternut squash
Half roasted chicken || chimichurri| roasted fingerling potatoes | sautéed green beans
Grilled half lobster || drawn butter | scalloped potatoes | sautéed squash
Risotto from the sea || scallops | shrimp | calamari | mussels | roasted red pepper stock | grilled carrots | peas
Seared sea bass || shiitake mushroom & tomato ragout | chive tossed capellini | kalamata olives
Outlaw’s ribeye || herb-beer marinade | espresso rub | whiskey demi | smoked gouda twice baked potato | mushroom trio
Grilled lamb chops || bearnaise | truffled mashed potatoes | roasted brussel sprouts & baby tomatoes
Filet & lobster tail || red wine demi |drawn butter | gruyere risotto | charred asparagus & baby carrots
Chocolate mousse cake || dark rum | chocolate ganache
Cherry upside down bread pudding || chocolate chips | cinnamon
Skillet chocolate chip cookie || vanilla ice cream | salted caramel sauce
Espresso shot creme brûlée || whipped cream | berries
Chocolate temptation cake || chocolate cream | hazelnut cream
Lump crab ceviche with tostadas
Empanadas (argentinian turnovers)
Tuna crudo tostadas topped with fried leek
Moules marinières (mussels with white wine)
Mexican stuffed pepper taco
Poblano chicken enchiladas (with style)
Duck carnitas with avocado
Char siu pork with fresh mint salad
Khao soi (thai noodle soup)
Beef wellington
Spicy shrimp à l'orange with coconut rice
Ny strip with compound butter and fresh tomato salad
Braised beef short rib with sweet mole and guava/sweet potato puree
Tiramisu
Carrot cake with cream cheese frosting
Classic crème brûlée
Tres leches rum cake
Create your menu
Planning a special event but not sure what to serve? Let our personal Chefs help you create the perfect occasion.
Frequently asked questions
Check below the frequently asked questions about our private Chefs in Scottsdale, Arizona
What does a private Chef service include in Scottsdale?
The personal Chef services in Scottsdale include designing a menu, acquiring ingredients, arranging pre-service setup, cooking on-site, providing table service, and conducting post-event kitchen and space cleaning. Tableware and glassware are not included, and gratuity is left to the guests' discretion.
How much does a personal Chef cost in Scottsdale?
The cost of a private Chef in Scottsdale varies from 99 USD to 145 USD per person, depending on the group size. Groups of 13 or more have an average rate of 99 USD per person. For 7 to 12 people, the average is 107 USD USD per person, and for 3 to 6 people, it's 116 USD per person. On average, for 2 guests, the rate for a Private Chef in Scottsdale is 145 USD per person. It's essential to note that pricing may vary seasonally and is influenced by the destination. Last-minute bookings for a personal chef in Scottsdale, AZ, may also incur price fluctuations.
How can I hire a private Chef in Scottsdale?
To rent a Chef in Scottsdale, select a date, specify guests, and share food preferences and kitchen details. Within hours, you'll get four customized menus and will be able to view chef profiles, reviews, and dish images.
Talk directly with Chefs, make menu changes, and finalize your reservation on the website. Upon confirmation, receive the chef's contact for additional details. Finally, enjoy your personal chef in Scottsdale, Arizona.
How can I find a private Chef in Scottsdale?
If you're looking for a private Chef in Scottsdale, Arizona, we have 274 professionals available. To discover the best Chef, simply fill out the form. The top 4 local Chefs available on your chosen date will send their menu proposals. Before you hire a personal Chef in Scottsdale, you can thoroughly review their professional profiles and select the chef/proposal that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private Chef experience in Scottsdale?
No, there is no set maximum for a private Chef experience in Scottsdale, but it's typically designed for intimate gatherings with friends or family in homes with limited space. While there's no strict limit, groups generally don't exceed 15 people.
Does the private Chef cook at my house?
As part of the personal Chef service and experience, yes, the Chef of your selection will prepare the menu at your home with freshly bought ingredients and their main cooking tools. If any part of it requires complex work or specific tools, your private Chef in Scottsdale may prepare a couple of things ahead of time.
Can I cook along with the personal Chef?
You totally should! At every table, there is always someone who loves food and wants to share some time with the Chef, learn some craft tricks, and even hear the step-by-step for each dish on the menu. It's your house; take the chance to feel like a Chef for a night!
Are the ingredients for a private Chef service fresh?
Fresh ingredients are one of the priorities of professional cooking. Every one of our private Chefs in Scottsdale is dedicated to the same service standards as a restaurant but with the advantage of personalized treatment for you and your guests. After customizing your menu, the Chef purchases what they need to make it come to life on the date you schedule.
Are drinks included in a private Chef service?
Drinks are not included with your booking by default. But you can always discuss with your personal Chef ways to accommodate drinks as an "extra" on the menu proposals for the night.
How much should I tip a private Chef in Scottsdale?
You are entirely free to decide on the tip you consider appropriate for your personal Chef and their service. But if you would like to know, based on the tips of nearly 41,456 guests in Scottsdale City, tips are 14.72% of the total bill, on average.
Key information about private Chefs in Scottsdale
Learn more about our personal Chefs in Scottsdale
With an average age of 43, our Scottsdale personal Chefs offer culinary expertise.
56% of our available personal Chefs are women
Just 4 hours from sending your request to get your first proposal
Our first private Chef service in Scottsdale was in 2017-03-17.
24.5% of our private Chef services in Scottsdale include kids.
A single client has booked the same private Chef in Scottsdale 17 times.
48% increase in the number of private Chef bookings in Scottsdale in the last year
Our personal Chefs can communicate with you in up to 2 languages
More than 59.3% of guests hire a private Chef in Scottsdale more than once
Average multiple services hire a Chef in Scottsdale for 4 days
We uploaded over 3,442 pictures of our Scottsdale personal Chef experience.
On average, it takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal Chef.
How many private Chef services are booked in Scottsdale each month?
Personal Chef reservations vary depending on the location and season. In popular tourist destinations like Scottsdale, the demand for private Chefs may differ monthly.
Any month is a great time to enjoy a private Chef in the comfort of your home. However, last-minute reservations may come at a higher price. Step ahead and book a Chef at home now for your next important date.
How much does it cost to hire a private Chef in Scottsdale?
Depending on the number of guests, booking prices range from 99 USD to 145 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 99 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 107 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 116 USD
For 2 people: 145 USD
Private Chef price and rates in Scottsdale, Arizona, can vary greatly depending on the season and month. Check out this chart to see the average pricing differences.
How many private Chefs sign up in Scottsdale each month?
We've been in the private Chef scene in Scottsdale for years, and our team of professional Chefs continues to grow every month.
We add up to 2 new personal Chefs each month as ambassadors. Our team reviews their profiles daily to ensure you can always find new Chefs to meet.
What is the most frequent type of food booked in Scottsdale?
Our main six types of cuisine in Scottsdale are:
Mediterranean
Italian
French
Japanese
Mexican
Latin American
However, the most requested in Scottsdale are the exciting Surprise cuisine menus! Let our Scottsdale Chefs design a menu just for you!
Our private Chefs create personalized menus for each request, taking into account dietary restrictions and proposing fusion options. Submit your request to explore thrilling culinary possibilities crafted by our personal Chefs.
Try a unique experience with a Scottsdale private chef
Enjoy a private Chef Service in the comfort of your home. If you're considering a private Chef in Scottsdale for a bachelor party, a dinner party, or any other event, we can ensure the perfect Scottsdale Chef in a few clicks.
Take a Chef allows you to transform your home into one of the best restaurants in town so you can focus on connecting with your guests.
Our private Chefs in Scottsdale will blow you away
Our private Chefs in Scottsdale are ready to impress you. Not sure what you want? Ask for sample menus to discover the possibilities! Our chefs are always attentive to any food allergies or dietary needs.
This is your chance to upgrade your private dinner experience with a personalized multi-course meal prepared to your liking.
A Chef in Scottsdale, AZ, is a great idea
Hire a private Chef in Scottsdale for a unique experience. You own the menu planning and can specify dietary needs while our Chefs do the rest. Embark on this experience thousands of guests highly recommend!
Scottsdale, AZ, has a private Chef to suit every taste. What's yours?
Meet our personal Chefs in Scottsdale, AZ
Each private Chef in Scottsdale, AZ, brings their own style to the kitchen. Share the specifics of your event, and chat with the best private Chefs in Scottsdale. Personalize every aspect of your dining experience and ensure everyone enjoys a taste of the good life in The West’s Most Western Town.