Private Chef in Callaway
Rent one of our 22 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Callaway
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Callaway in May 2019, more than 22 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Callaway and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Bay County.
Starting in 2019, 39,514 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Callaway. To book your chef in Callaway, 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 8,990 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 67,136 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, 39,514 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Callaway usually book menus around 163 USD per person, including 4.12 courses, sharing an average of 3.46 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 Callaway.












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!
22 Private Chefs in Callaway
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More than 39,500 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.63 Chef
The guests in Callaway have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.63.
4.85 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Callaway received an average score of 4.85.
4.81 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.81 average score.
4.83 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Callaway has been scored with a 4.83 on average.
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8,990 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Callaway
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Grilled chicken wings: chicken wings par baked then grilled to perfection tossed in a homemade buffalo ranch dressing with bleu cheese crumbles
Chicken enchiladas: homemade enchiladas baked to perfection topped with a mango basil pesto sauce
Baked stuffed eggplant: panko encrusted eggplant stuffed with mozzarella cheese ricotta cheese prosciutto ham and basil topped with a pancetta garlic shallot caper butter sauce
Seared ahi tuna sesame encrusted topped with a sundried tomato balsamic roasted red pepper coulee
Homemade chicken salad over fresh tomatoes topped with olive tapenade drizzled balsamic reduction
Argentinian royal red shrimp cooked in a citrus ponzu sauce with fresh herbs butter and smoked bacon
Asian meatballs: beef/pork meatballs cooked in chimichurri sauce topped with fresh scallions
Grilled eggplant salad topped with a tomato bruschetta topped with a rice vinegar
Arugula salad: sliced tomatoes cucumbers carrots red onion black olives topped with a creamy italian dressing
Grilled romaine lettuce topped with a tomato bacon jam
Zucchini salad thinly shaved zucchini slices with marinated tomatoes hearts of palm parmesan cheese slices and roasted red peppers topped with evoo honey with fresh lemon juice
Baked brie: sliced apples, crostini toast, bourbon jam
Caprese salad: sliced tomato, fresh basil, mozzarella cheese, topped chipotle ranch dressing
Lemon pepper marinated chicken thighs baked to perfection over truffle oil garlic mashed potatoes topped with broccoli rabe and a homemade chicken gravy
Maple glazed pork tenderloin grilled sliced to medium temperature topped with a tzatziki sauce over basmati rice
Braised beef short ribs with grilled vegetables over cilantro white rice topped with an apple butter sauce
Baked baby back pork ribs boneless over a mushroom risotto topped with a cajun remoulade sauce
Crab and shrimp stuffed large portabella mushroom cap topped with a tomato pomodoro sauce topped with fresh cooked spinach
Italian lasagna topped with a homemade ragu sauce and a princess sauce over the top
Homemade chocolate chip cookies stuffed with cannoli cream
Carrot cake mousse cups
Banana pudding white chocolate chip cups
Homemade mango, blueberry, cannoli cream mousse cups
Italian style rice pudding: arborio rice ricotta cheese golden raisins orange blossom honey blueberries greek yogurt mango pieces pineapple chunks
Key lime pie mousse cups
Bacon wrapped gulf shrimp with sweet chili sauce
Pimento cheese toast bites with pickles and herbs
Smoked fish dip with seasoned saltines
Seafood gumbo with shrimp, conecuh sausage, and crab
Crawfish or shrimp etouffee served with white rice
Local greens salad with citrus vinaigrette, goat cheese, and toasted almonds
8 oz new york strip topped with cajun gulf shrimp | charred broccolini | pomme puree
Cornmeal fried gulf fish with green tomato tartar sauce, southern cassolette
Fresh chitarra pasta with alabama white shrimp and a garlic cream sauce
Pan seared gulf fish fillet with sauce meuniere | charred broccolini | pomme puree
Bread pudding with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream
Avocado, mango, blood orange & pomegranate citrus salad with blackened gulf shrimp 🍤
Saffron fettuccine with butter poached lobster in lemon cream sauce 🍝🦞
Reverse pan seared filet mignon with red wine demi glaze, potato croquet, balsamic mushrooms and tomatoes
Key lime pie
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
Morrocan 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
Charcuterie display
Jumbo shrimp cocktail
Spinach basil pesto caprese salad
Italian sausage arancini with roasted red pepper sauce
Cheddar bacon croquettes with chive mornay
Mezze platter
Minestrone soup
Tomato bisque
Lobster bisque
She crab soup
New england clam chowder
Fresh caesar salad with parmesan pine nuts
Classic chicken noodle
Chef's favorite salad
Pecan goat cheese spinach salad with balsamic reduction
Arugula beet salad with dijon vinaigrette
Fried zucchini and mozzarella with marinara
Fried calamari
Bacon mushroom chicken roulade with sauvignon cream sauce
Saltimbocca chicken with chicken velute
Chicken piccata with lemon caper ber blanc
Chicken marsala with mushroom marsala sauce
Beef rouladen with red wine beef gravy
Pan seared filet mignon basted in rosemary, garlic and butter
Steak au poive with pepper cream sauce
Seared scallops with butternut squash puree
Ritz crumble baked lobster tails with lemon butter
Branzino papillote with garlic, herbs, leek, lemon and butter
Madagascar spiced salmon
Seared chilean sea bass
Hand made pesto fettuccine alfredo with choice of protein
Hand made shellfish pasta butter wine sauce
Hand made butternut squash ravioli with sage ber blanc
Handmade chicken, veal or eggplant parmesan
Spicy pepper and sausage pasta
New york cheesecake with mixed berry compote
Florida key lime pie with whipped cream
Vanilla creme brûlée tart with orange caviar
Chocolate mousse entremet cake
Decadent fudge brownie with whipped peanut butter and honey roasted peanuts
Cider poached pear with greek yogurt gelato, honey roasted pistachios and honey drizzle
Homemade spinach artichoke hummus served with crostini toast and hot honey
Braciola: pounded top round beef stuffed with garlic, onion, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, fresh parsley then slow cooked in a homemade tomato pomodoro sauce
Sliced filet mignon bruschetta: crostini toast ricotta cheese sliced filet mignon topped with a teriyaki glaze
Cold royal red shrimp feta cheese crumbles sliced roasted red peppers capers over avocado halves
Homemade beef pork veal and lamb meatballs topped with a homemade del fuego salsa
Blackened crab cakes topped with a honey dijon mustard sauce
Greek village salad: sliced purple onions sliced roma tomatoes feta cheese cucumbers kalamata olives evoo topped with tzatziki sauce
Grilled romain salad: grilled romain lettuce halves, extra virgin olive oil, shaved romano cheese, capers, balsamic glaze, sea salt
Grilled peaches topped with prosciutto ham and figs topped with orange blossom honey
Mediterranean chopped shrimp salad: chopped shrimp red onions capers scallions tomatoes lemon juice lemon zest evoo sliced green olives sea salt ground pepper
Sliced peaches burrata over sliced charred fennel topped with an orange blossom honey and a balsamic reduction
Romaine halves topped with cherry tomatoes mini cucumber slices gorgonzola cheese crumbles walnuts mandarin oranges topped with a homemade bacon ranch dressing
Italian pot roast braised chuck roast with fresh carrots herbs red potatoes beef gravy
Grilled chicken halves topped with a homemade piccata sauces with grilled veggies
Lobster shrimp and crab meat alfredo mac and cheese topped with fresh herbs
Braised beef short ribs: beef short ribs assorted vegetables, topped with a beef demi glaze
Baked south american corvina topped with evoo capers balsamic vinegar fresh lemon slices sliced cherry tomatoes white balsamic glaze toasted panko breadcrumbs baked to perfection
Seafood pescatore ala vodka sauce over rigatoni pasta topped with fresh herbs
Homemade mango, blueberry, cannoli cream mousse cups
Key lime pie mousse cups
Carrot cake mousse cups
Peanut butter chocolate mousse cups
Strawberry mousse cups
Chocolate pudding mousse cups
- fried turkey meatballs with mango chutney
Banana fritters with cinnamon maple butter
Beef pates ( similar to empanadas) with avocado crema
Charcuterie board
Johnny cakes ( fried dumplings) with whipped cheese spread
Korean fried chicken bao bun sliders
Spinach and artichoke wontons with pico de gallo
Creamy pumpkin soup
Classic french onion soup
Tortilla soup
Tomato bisque
Kale, tomato and bacon caesar salad caesar dressing, grilled crostini and parmesan
Seasonal garden salad
Chicken / beef parm with spaghetti
Pollo guisado with jasmine rice and fried plantains
Pan seared steak w/ brown butter mashed potatoes, sautéed broccolini demi glaze topped with fried onion strings
Classic meatballs with marinara sauce and pasta
Fettuccine alfredo with protein of choice
Seafood bouillabaisse w/ fettuccine pasta
Seafood callaloo
Seafood paella
Pan seared red snapper w/ rice pilaf, roasted rainbow cauliflower and romesco sauce
Pan seared fish in lemon caper sauce w/ rice pilaf and sautéed vegetables
Chicken coq au vin blanc
Grilled jerk chicken w/ red bean rice and caribbean style slaw
Lemon herb roasted chicken w/pan sauce roasted heirloom potatoes and broccolini
Grilled salmon with yellow basmati rice grilled asparagus and citrus herb beurre blanc
Lemon pound cake with white chocolate mousse and curd
Kahlua crack cake chocolate cake, kahlua infused whipped cream, pecan caramel
Mini dessert samples jars 3 mini jar samples chef’s choice
Churros with hot fudge
Cream brûlée whipped cream and fresh berries
Mango mousse trifle
Molten lava cake w/ vanilla ice cream, caramel and chocolate sauce
Tiramisu
Pina colada crème brûlée with caramelized pineapple, toasted coconut, and maraschino cherries
Pan-seared strawberry shortcake
Pineapple upside-down cake
Strawberry cheesecake
Grouper bites, cajun aioli
Mahi tostada, black beans, morita salsa, avocado
Peppers calamari, banana peppers, white balsamic glaze, garlic aioli
Heirloom tomato, arugula, burrata, pistachio, lemon herb vinaigrette
Roasted beat salad, whipped feta, marcona almonds, mixed greens, orange vinaigrette
Tomato bisque, crab salad, brioche croutons
Quinoa crusted grouper, corn succotash, red pepper gazpacho
Blackened snapper, kimchi roasted vegetables, mango salsa, cilantro rice
Snapper, asparagus and pea risotto, lemon olive oil
Strawberry shortcake, short bread, whipped cream
Almond cherry cake, vanilla gelato, cherry sauce
Key lime panna cotta, graham crumbs, fresh berries, preserved lime
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 Callaway.
What does a private chef service include in Callaway?
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 Callaway?
The price of renting a chef in Callaway 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 Callaway?
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 22 chefs available in Callaway. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Callaway 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 Callaway?
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 Callaway each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Callaway, 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 Callaway.
Cost of a private chef in Callaway
The cost of hiring a private chef in Callaway 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 Callaway?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Callaway: 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 Callaway!






Talk to our chefs in Callaway
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 Callaway? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Callaway, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.









