Private Chef in Bay County
Rent one of our 23 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Bay County
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Bay County in May 2019, more than 23 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Bay County and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Bay County.
Starting in 2019, 36,868 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Bay County. To book your chef in Bay County, just share your event details in our form. Receive proposals from top chefs and chat with them until you find your match.
Up until today, our chefs have shared 8,796 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 66,114 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.8 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 36,868 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Bay County usually book menus around 163 USD per person, including 4.96 courses, sharing an average of 3.05 messages with their chefs. If you've never had a chef at home but want to add an extra spice to your next celebration, just rent a chef in Bay County.












How it works
Personalize your request
Share with us the details of your dream meal, including type of cuisine, preferences, and intolerances.
Receive menu proposals
Our chefs will design menus based solely on your wants and needs.
Get chatty with your chefs
Don't be shy about exchanging some messages with your chefs until your perfect menu is ready!
Book your experience
Once you are happy with your choice, submit your payment to secure your experience.
Enjoy!
All there is left to do is count down the days till your culinary experience begins!
23 Private Chefs in Bay County
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More than 36,800 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.62 Chef
The guests in Bay County have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.62.
4.84 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Bay County received an average score of 4.84.
4.81 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.81 average score.
4.82 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Bay County has been scored with a 4.82 on average.
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8,796 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Bay County
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Mezze platter
Cheddar bacon croquettes with chive mornay
Italian sausage arancini with roasted red pepper sauce
Spinach basil pesto caprese salad
Jumbo shrimp cocktail
Charcuterie display
Fried calamari
Fried zucchini and mozzarella with marinara
Arugula beet salad with dijon vinaigrette
Pecan goat cheese spinach salad with balsamic reduction
Chef's favorite salad
Classic chicken noodle
Fresh caesar salad with parmesan pine nuts
New england clam chowder
She crab soup
Lobster bisque
Tomato bisque
Minestrone soup
Spicy pepper and sausage pasta
Handmade chicken, veal, or eggplant parmesan
Handmade butternut squash ravioli with sage beurre blanc
Handmade shellfish pasta in butter wine sauce
Handmade pesto fettuccine alfredo with choice of protein
Seared chilean sea bass
Madagascar spiced salmon
Branzino papillote with garlic, herbs, leek, lemon, and butter
Ritz crumble baked lobster tails with lemon butter
Seared scallops with butternut squash purée
Steak au poivre with pepper cream sauce
Pan-seared filet mignon basted in rosemary, garlic, and butter
Beef rouladen with red wine beef gravy
Chicken marsala with mushroom marsala sauce
Chicken piccata with lemon caper beurre blanc
Saltimbocca chicken with chicken velouté
Bacon mushroom chicken roulade with sauvignon cream sauce
Cider-poached pear with greek yogurt gelato, honey-roasted pistachios, and honey drizzle
Decadent fudge brownie with whipped peanut butter and honey-roasted peanuts
Chocolate mousse entremet cake
Vanilla crème brûlée tart with orange caviar
Florida key lime pie with whipped cream
New york cheesecake with mixed berry compote
Royal red shrimp and fresh mango salad: local royal red shrimp fresh mango chives sun dried tomatoes tangerine pieces diced red onion rice vinegar evoo sea salt
Shrimp artichoke and spinach dip served with crostini toast
Blackened shrimp sauted in tequila butter cilantro key lime sauce
Mini florida style crab cakes served with a horse radish sour cream sauce topped with old bay seasoning
Tuna poke stuffed avocados topped with a ponzu glaze
Sliced sushi grade tuna topped with a plum sauce
Tempura battered fried shrimp with a bacon jam
Beet salad bleu cheese crumbles pecans olive oil balsamic glaze over arugula and apple pieces
Broccoli rabe: rappini garlic oil red pepper flakes chicken stock
Strawberry fruit salad: mixed greens fresh strawberries blueberries melon pieces grape slices walnuts topped with a balsamic glaze
Grilled romain salad: grilled romain lettuce halves, extra virgin olive oil, capers, balsamic glaze, sea salt, lemon, rice vinegar
Grilled peaches topped with prosciutto ham and figs
Grilled zucchini cauliflower summer squash topped with evoo sea salt white balsamic glaze
Grilled wild salmon topped with lemon butter sauce
Grilled flat iron steak topped with chimichurri sauce
Brined bone in pork chop baked to perfection topped with a warm apple jam
Blackened shrimp over a plum sauce risotto
Chicken cacciatore: chicken thighs onions bell peppers italian sausage chicken stock san marzano tomatoes italian parsley over penne pasta topped with shave parmesan cheese
Blackened chicken alfredo tossed in fettucine
Lobster and crab meat vodka sauce over penne pasta with fresh basil
Banana pudding white chocolate chip cups
Rice pudding
Mixed berry cobbler
Key lime pie mousse cups
Chocolate brownies topped with chocolate gelato
Homemade chocolate cannoli's
Strawberry mousse cups
Homemade cannoli cream mousse cups
Lobster salad with mango, avocado & blood orange oil 🦞🥭
Canapé platter featuring local cheese, meats, and seafood 🧀🦐
Avocado, mango, blood orange & pomegranate citrus salad with blackened gulf shrimp 🍤
Saffron fettuccine with butter poached lobster in lemon cream sauce 🍝🦞
Goat & ricotta cheese ravioli with roasted red pepper romesco & lobster tail 🧀🦞
Handmade short rib ravioli in roasted red pepper romesco 🐄
Reverse pan-seared filet mignon with saffron poached lobster tail in béarnaise sauce 🥩🦞
Snapper wellington with ginger beurre blanc, fingerling potatoes & grilled asparagus 🐟🌿
Local favorites seafood boil: shrimp, crab, mussels, sausage, potatoes & corn 🌽🦐🦀
Dark chocolate soufflé with vanilla bean ice cream and chocolate sauce 🍫🍦
Cheesecake-stuffed churro with raspberry drizzle 🍓🧁
Panna cotta with seasonal fruit & citrus essence 🍮
Chips and guacamole
Freshly baked butter bread
Banana fritters
- fried turkey meatballs with mango chutney
Banana fritters with cinnamon maple butter
Beef pates ( similar to empanadas) with avocado crema
Johnny cakes (fried dumplings) with whipped cheese spread
Salt fish cakes (salted cod cakes) with lemon chive aioli
Bolitas de yuca (fried yuca balls ) with cilantro garlic aioli
Crab cakes w/ remoulade sauce and citrus frisee salad
Kale, tomato and bacon caesar salad caesar dressing, grilled crostini and parmesan
Roasted pumpkin soup
Goat water
Seasonal garden salad
Tortilla soup
Pan seared red snapper w/ rice pilaf, roasted rainbow cauliflower and romesco sauce
Pan seared salmon citrus herb beurre blanc w/ rice pilaf and sautéed vegetables
Curry goat with rice pilaf, vegetable medley, and roti
Grilled jerk chicken w/ red bean rice and caribbean style slaw
Chimichurri steak with yellow rice, black beans and fried plantains
Pan seared steak w/ brown butter mashed potatoes, sautéed broccolini demi glaze
Curry chicken w/ steamed jasmine rice, vegetable medley, and roti
Red bean stew chicken w/ steamed jasmine rice and caribbean style slaw
Molten lava cake w/ vanilla ice cream, caramel and chocolate sauce
Kahlua crack cake chocolate cake, kahlua infused whipped cream, pecan caramel
Mini dessert samples jars 3 mini jar samples chef’s choice
Caribbean rum cake with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce
Pineapple upside-down cake
Tarts ( coconut / pineapple/ guava
Lemon pound cake with white chocolate mousse and raspberry curd
Mango mousse trifle
Pina colada crème brûlée with caramelized pineapple, toasted coconut and maraschino cherries
Tuna tartare, citrus vinaigrette, crispy capers, olive oil, hot micro greens
Cajun shrimp, corn jalapeno crema, avocado foam, crisp leeks
Scallop crudo, cilantro lime, jalapeno, pistachio, tostada
Lobster bisque, butter poached lobster, chili oil
Mussels pepperonata, white wine tomato broth, grilled ciabatta
Oysters on the half shell, mignonette, cocktail, lemon
Quinoa crusted grouper, corn succotash, red pepper gazpacho
Seared red snapper, purple potato puree, roasted summer squash, black garlic citrus aioli
Crab stuffed cod, jalapeno corn crema, roasted creamer potatoes, kale
Key lime panna cotta, graham crumbs, fresh berries, preserved lime
Orange crème brûlée, chantilly cream, fresh fruit
Flourless chocolate cake with espresso, ice cream, and almond crumble
Cajun jumbo shrimp, sweat corn puree, avocado foam
Tuna tartare stack, avocado, kimchee mayo, pickled onions, crispy wonton
Shrimp flautas, shredded lettuce, crema, queso, avocado salsa verde
Heirloom tomato, whipped feta, marcona almonds, olive oil, pickled red onions
Snapper agua chili, serano, cilantro, lime, pickled onion, radish, tostada
Sushi platter
Seared snapper, parsnip puree, black garlic citrus butter, roasted vegetables
Quinoa crusted grouper, white bean succotash, citrus emulsion
Sea bass, roasted potatoes, confit tomatoes, asparagus, micro basil, olive oil
Key lime panna cotta, graham crumbs, fresh berries
Almond cherry cake, vanilla gelato, cherry sauce
Toasted coconut cream cake, marcona almonds, raspberry coulis
Caprese salad // heirloom tomato, mozzarella, fresh basil, arugula, balsamic vinaigrette
Greek salad // feta, cherry tomatoes, kalamata, mini cucumbers, pickled onions and house balsamic vinaigrette
Lobster bisque // florida's east coast spiny lobster, mirepoix, fume, cognac vsop
Raviolis // ricotta, spinach, pesto, pomodoro, grana padano, fresh basil, evoo
Venezia, italy- pinot grigio with crisp apple and pear flavors are highlighted by a light creaminess in this dry yet flavorful wine
Picatta // pan seared chicken breast, pinot grigio, lemon zest sauce, artichokes, over pasta
Steak marsala // center cut beef tenderloin, marsala wine sauce, portobello, roasted potatoes, steamed veggies
All vegan risotto // wild mushroom's, grilled portobello, baby arugula, roasted cherry tomato's, squash reduction, black truffles
Scampi // garlic butter shrimp, pasta al nero di seppia, black garlic, confit cherry tomato, fresh basil reduction
Cannoli // ricotta & mascarpone, chocolate chips & pistachio, fresh vanilla, cinnamon oil
Porto // lbv, full bodied, fruit, fire, oak notes that distinguishes a classic porto
Fire roasted red salsa
Grilled pineapple pico de gallo
Spring rolls
Salsa verde ceviche w/ blue corn chips
Cilantro marinated jumbo shrimp skewers
Mixed green salad w/ vinaigrette of choice (pomegranate, lemon, balsamic)
Cilantro marinated shrimp skewers
Lemon & thyme snapper
Grilled fish stuffed with herbs, leeks, and citrus
Flan
Peach cobbler topped with brown butter sugar crumble
Wildberry mini cheesecakes
Personalize your menu
A romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Traditional dishes or exotic flavours. A fine dining experience or a family-style meal. Every private chef experience is unique! Submit your request and personalize yours.








Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Bay County.
What does a private chef service include in Bay County?
A private chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy a personalized dining experience at home. This includes:
- Customization of a menu based on your preferences;
- Purchase of ingredients;
- Mise en place (preparation of ingredients) before arrival;
- Preparation of the menu at your home;
- Complete table service;
- Set up and cleaning of the kitchen and used spaces.
Please note that tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in Bay County?
The price of renting a chef in Bay County can vary depending on the specifics, but smaller groups tend to have a slightly different price per person compared to larger gatherings.
Booking prices range from 98 USD to 141 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 98 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 99 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 104 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 141 USD per person.
Seasonal ingredients, your location, and how soon you book also affect the final price. If you're interested in getting free quotes with no obligation, fill out our form and let the best chefs near you send unique proposals for your event.
How can I hire a private chef in Bay County?
Booking is easy! Just tell us the date of your event, number of guests, dietary preferences and any allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Within a few hours, you'll receive customized menus from qualified chefs. Each chef's profile will include their experience, reviews, and photos of their dishes.
Feel free to chat directly with the chefs through our platform. Ask them to modify menus, discuss pricing, or get answers to any questions you might have. Once you've found the perfect chef and menu, finalize your reservation online. We'll then provide the chef's contact information to confirm any final details.
How can I find a private chef near me?
There are currently 23 chefs available in Bay County. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Bay County who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service?
While there's no strict limit on guest count, private chef experiences are designed to create a more intimate atmosphere, perfect for gatherings of friends and family. Since most homes have limited space to accommodate large groups, parties typically don't exceed 15 people.
Does the chef cook at my house?
Yes, the chef always prepares the menu at your home for a more personalized experience. However, some prep work might be done beforehand for complex dishes.
Can I cook along with the chef?
Absolutely! Many guests are passionate about food and relish the chance to learn from the chef. You can pick up new kitchen skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at each dish on the menu. Feel free to jump in and cook alongside the chef for a truly interactive experience!
Are the ingredients fresh?
Yes, they're 100% fresh. Unlike restaurants with pre-made dishes, private chefs prioritize using the freshest ingredients possible. This is because the chef creates a customized menu specifically for you, then goes out and sources the finest ingredients to bring your chosen dishes to life.
Are drinks included in the personal chef service?
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
How much should I tip my private chef in Bay County?
Tipping for private chefs is entirely at your discretion. Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable experience, and the chef always appreciates a nice tip. However, the decision and amount are completely up to you.
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How many chef services are booked in Bay County each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Bay County, for example, demand often increases during special dates like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, so it's best to book in advance.
If you're wondering about the best time to hire a chef, any month is perfect for enjoying a private chef. Just keep in mind that prices may vary, especially for last-minute bookings. So, don't wait—book your chef early to secure your unique dining experience in Bay County.
Cost of a private chef in Bay County
The cost of hiring a private chef in Bay County can vary based on several factors, including the number of people in your group or seasonality. Larger groups tend to have a different average rate per person compared to smaller groups that hire a chef:
Booking prices range from 98 USD to 141 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 98 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 99 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 104 USD
For 2 people: 141 USD.
Additionally, prices can fluctuate depending on the time of year, location, and how soon you book your personal chef. If you want to get free quotes, just fill out our form and receive tailored proposals for your event. No committment at all.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Bay County?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Bay County: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Surprise, but you can have anything you want (our surprise menu will cover that!).
Beyond these six types of cuisine, our private chefs personalize diverse menus for their clients every day, adjusting every detail to find the perfect menu for every occasion and every group. Our private chefs can accommodate any allergy or dietary restriction and suggest other cuisines or fusion dishes. Submit your request and hire a chef in Bay County!






Talk to our chefs in Bay County
Each of our chefs is one-of-a-kind, with professional culinary training and years of experience in diverse restaurants. Craving Italian pasta, Spanish paella, or traditional sushi in Bay County? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Bay County, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.









