Private chef Baton Rouge
Hire one of our 30 private chefs in Baton Rouge. Treat your guests to a unique culinary experience at home with a customized menu to match your taste and budget.
Hire a personal chef in Baton Rouge
Over 13,708 guests have welcomed our personal chefs in Baton Rouge into their homes since January 2019. Experience a private gathering with family and friends while a tailor-made menu is prepared right in your kitchen by one of our professional in-home chefs. Save yourself the time and effort of landing a reservation, and book a private chef for your next special occasion.
Thanks to a network of more than 30 personal chefs in Baton Rouge, we've had the privilege of serving 13,708 guests with top-notch service from menu planning to post-event cleanup. Your next anniversary, family reunion, or birthday party can be an interactive cooking experience no one will forget. Send your request and find out what our chefs can do within your budget.
Submit your request and get menu quotes from our top three private chefs in Baton Rouge in a few hours. Connect with our chefs and get to know them without commitment until you find yours. Your chef will cook your menu at home and even clean up your cooking spaces before they leave.
How it works
Submit your request
Tell us everything about your event, the menu you desire, date, and budget for your service. No commitment!
Craft your menu
Create your ideal menu: cuisine, courses, and any dietary preferences.
Meet our chefs
Talk to our personal chefs until you find your perfect match.
Book your chef
Are you happy with your menu? Just finish your booking with your payment.
Live the experience
Open your kitchen to your personal chef and experience a five-star service with your loved ones.
30 private chefs in Baton Rouge
Find out more about our chef's services in Baton Rouge
More than 13,700 guests served by our personal chefs in Baton Rouge
4.62 Chef
Personal chef services in Baton Rouge scored 4.62 in guest satisfaction.
4.67 Food quality
Baton Rouge personal chefs have scored 4.67 for their menus.
4.71 Presentation
Not only tasty, but gorgeous! Dish presentation by our private chefs scored 4.71.
4.86 Cleaningness
Your chef service is not through until your kitchen is clean. Post-event cleanup has earned a 4.86.
Customize your menu
Your personal chef will help you find the perfect menu for your special event with their expertise. If you're planning an elegant dinner, or a chilled meal, our chefs will personalize everything about your experience to match your budget, dietary needs, and preferences.
Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most recurrent questions about private chefs in Baton Rouge.
Your private chef experience in Baton Rouge covers everything from menu personalization to post-event cleanup. Our chefs will take care of grocery shopping, cooking in your kitchen, and serving the meal on your table. Depending on the complexity of your chosen dishes, your chef might prepare a mise en place before arriving to ensure a seamless cooking experience. Please note that tableware and glassware are not part of your purchase. Tipping is at each guest's discretion.
Personal chef services cost can vary due to guest count. For groups of 13 people or more, the average price per person is 114 USD; for groups of 7 to 12 guests is 114 USD; for groups of 3 to 6 people, the average cost is 138 USD per person, and for a two-people experience, the price is 152 USD each. Remember that prices can also vary based on seasonality, location, or last-minute bookings.
To find a chef in Baton Rouge, all you need to do is:
- Pick a date
- Share your event's guest count
- Tell us your food preferences and a couple of your kitchen details.
In a couple hours, you will get three completely customized menu proposals from our top-ranking chefs near you.
Visit their profiles, reviews, and galleries. Chat directly with chefs to customize their sample menus and finish your booking. Once your payment is cleared, we will share your chef's contact info for further arrangements.
Private chefs in Baton Rouge are much more common than you think! We have over 0 of the best chefs in Louisiana. Once you send in your request, you will get three menu proposals from our top-ranked chefs. You can review their sample menus and even chat directly with them to customize them to suit your taste and budget. There is no commitment until you have chosen the perfect personal chef and menu for your event.
There's not a maximum number. However, personal chef services are typically intimate, small gatherings with friends or family, usually hosted in the guests' homes with little cooking or sitting space. While there isn't a set limit, groups generally don't exceed 15 people.
Yes. On the day of your experience, the private chef you've chosen will buy fresh ingredients and cook the menu you crafted in your kitchen. Depending on the complexity of the dishes or the compatibility of your kitchen equipment, your personal chef may prepare a mise en place before arriving for a seamless cooking experience.
We highly recommend you to! This can be an interactive cooking experience if you want it to be. Enjoy your personal chef service to the fullest by asking questions and even learning new tricks for your own cooking!
Fresh ingredients are a cornerstone in professional cooking. Our private chefs in Baton Rouge are committed to bringing restaurant-level food and service to your home. After customizing your menu, your chef will get the best ingredients from local markets and suppliers in your area.
No, drinks are not part of the personal chef service, but you can add them to your menu as an "extra" when planning with your chef.
Tipping your chef is optional and depends on your satisfaction. On average, from 13,708 guests in Baton Rouge, tips are 14.72% of the total bill. If your chef satisfies you with their service, why not show your appreciation?
Key information about private chefs in Baton Rouge
Here are some details about our private chef service in Baton Rouge.
Our personal chefs in Baton Rouge have an average age of 42 and lots of experience!
Women make 58% of our chefs in Baton Rouge are women.
It takes only 4 hours from your submission to get menu proposals.
Our first personal chef in Baton Rouge was booked on 2019-01-02.
15.9% of our private chef services in Baton Rouge offer kids' menus.
A single guest has hired the same private chef in Baton Rouge 16 times.
The number of private chef services in Baton Rouge has increased by a 33% in the last year.
Our personal chefs can communicate with you in up to 3 languages.
Over 54.8% of our guests book personal chefs for hire in Baton Rouge more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a chef for 7 days in Baton Rouge.
Happy guests have shared more than 224 pics and videos on our social media platforms.
On average, it takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal chef.
How much does a private chef cost in Baton Rouge?
Booking costs vary according to the size of your event, ranging from 114 USD to 152 USD per person.
For parties 13 people or more: 114 USD
For 7 to 12 guests: 114 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 138 USD
For couples: 152 USD.
Aside from guest count, seasonality can also influence the price of your booking in Baton Rouge. Check the chart above to follow month-to-month average rates.
How many private chef services are booked per month in Baton Rouge?
Location and seasonality influence the number of private chef bookings, which can cause the cost to fluctuate monthly. The table above explains the booking flow in Baton Rouge.
Any time of year is perfect for booking a private chef service. Celebrate any special occasion in the comfort of your home. Remember that last-minute bookings may increase your charge due to high demand. Plan a unique dining experience in Baton Rouge for your next birthday party or holiday celebration.
What is the most frequent type of food booked in Baton Rouge?
The top six types of requested cuisine in Baton Rouge are: Italian, Mediterranean, Japanese, French, Latin American, Mexican But the one that takes the crown of most requested in Baton Rouge are Surprise cuisine menus. You can trust our personal chefs to craft a menu just for you!
If the menu you're craving is not listed above, tell your personal chef to customize one just for you! Send your request and start creating the perfect dining experience.
Baton Rouge's finest
Enjoy five-star service in the privacy of your home. Take a Chef offers an alternative experience for your celebrations without lines or parking. Personal chef services are perfect for any birthday party or family reunion. For your next celebration or family gathering, treat your guests to an interactive cooking experience. Are you looking for a sushi private chef in Baton Rouge or a chef with a balanced and healthy portfolio? We've got you covered!
On the day of your service, your chosen chef buys fresh ingredients, cooks, and serves all courses on your table. They will also leave all cooking spaces spotless.
An innovative way to enjoy fine dining
Each of our Baton Rouge chefs has graduated from top culinary schools and has at least a decade of experience in the best restaurants, hotels, and resorts. With 30 available chefs, we're sure we can connect with the right chef for your event.
You have the final say on what goes in your menu, so trust your chef and let them cook your favorite dishes at home.
Welcome your chef into your Baton Rogue home and sit back, surprise your guests with a dining experience at your next family reunion, anniversary or company party.
Big Raggedy's authentic cuisine
Let the flavors of Louisiana fill your home. Describe to our chefs what your ideal menu looks like, and learn what they can do for you. Plan a fine culinary experience without walking out your front door. Whether you're hosting an elegant event or a chilled and relaxing brunch, booking our chef services is a clever and alternative way to enjoy a taste of the good life.
Match with the perfect chef
With just a few details about your event, a private chef can craft a unique and innovative experience with a personalized menu. Not happy with it? You can customize it to the last detail without any commitment until you match with a chef that meets your needs. Give yourself and your guests an opportunity to experience five star dining for less than a restaurant bill, without walking out your front door.
