Private Chef in Craighead County
Rent one of our 12 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Craighead County
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Craighead County in July 2018, more than 12 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Craighead County and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Craighead County.
Starting in 2018, 3,658 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Craighead County. To book your chef in Craighead 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 445 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 1,779 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 5 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 3,658 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Craighead County usually book menus around 180 USD per person, including 4.5 courses, sharing an average of 4.94 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 Craighead 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!
12 Private Chefs in Craighead County
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More than 3,600 guests have already enjoyed the experience
5 Chef
The guests in Craighead County have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 5.
5 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Craighead County received an average score of 5.
5 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 5 average score.
5 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Craighead County has been scored with a 5 on average.
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445 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Craighead County
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Ahi tuna bites sesame seed, and crusted pan seared aji tuna with avocado, fresh, jalapeño and cilantro drizzled with a sushi sauce
Bacon wrapped horseradish stuffed shrimp with a garlic cream sauce
Sushi
Yakitori (japanese char-grilled chicken w/ sauce)
Yakitori veggie japanese char-grilled skewer
Sake , water gun
Grilled ribeye -noodles and veggie
Grilled shrimp noodles and veggie
Tofu, grilled noodles and veggie
Assorted mochi
Ozark charcuterie -cold smoked black pepper, turkey, ham, cheddar cheese, pickles olives, assorted nuts, local berries, localized bread for crostini
Locally sourced mushrooms, stuffed with smoked goat cheese, and honey
Seared foie gras pickled blueberry compote wirh pickled strawberry red onions, seared artisan sourdough
Local brine pickle, vegetable cleanser
Ozark crispy pork belly maple glaze vs ozark bacon
Peppercorn, black, garlic butter trout
Local brine pickle veggies cleanser
Cast iron brown chicken ale with rosemary infused whipped potatoes
Black garlic compote beef fillet with a red wine cherry reduction -locally sourced, angus, beef & local cherries
Possum pie bites-cold, smoked chestnut and walnuts crust with civil war, missouri chocolate custard topped with goat cheese frosting
Yorkies puff with civil war chocolate gravy
**butternut squash soup**: a creamy and smooth soup with roasted butternut squash, apple, and a hint of cinnamon
*matzo ball soup**: traditional chicken broth with fluffy matzo balls and fresh dill
Creamy tomato basil soup
French onion soup with a cheesy crouton
Miso soup • ingredients: miso paste, dashi stock, tofu, seaweed, green onions. • preparation: simmer dashi stock, add miso paste, and stir until dissolved. add cubed tofu, seaweed, and sliced green onions
Thai coconut curry soup • coconut milk base with red curry paste • shrimp, bell peppers, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots • garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges
Sopa de tortilla (tortilla soup)a rich, flavorful broth with shredded chicken, crispy tortilla strips, avocado, and a sprinkle of queso fresco
• harvest salad mixed greens, candied pecans, dried cranberries, goat cheese, and balsamic vinaigrette
Caesar salad with a tableside twist—fresh anchovy dressing and parmesan crisp
Caprese salad - slices of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil drizzled with balsamic glaze
Winter greens salad with arugula, kale, roasted butternut squash, candied pecans, dried cranberries, and goat cheese, dressed in a maple balsamic vinaigrette
Wedge salad: crisp iceberg lettuce topped with blue cheese dressing, cherry tomatoes, bacon, and a sprinkle of chives
Sweet potato and pecan salad roasted sweet potato cubes, candied pecans, and goat cheese, served over a bed of baby arugula with a maple vinaigrette dressing—light, warm, and flavorful
Spinach and strawberry salad • ingredients: baby spinach, fresh strawberries, sliced almonds, red onions, crumbled goat cheese. • dressing: balsamic vinaigrette (balsamic vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper)
Smoked chicken and roasted beet salad thinly sliced smoked chicken breast, roasted beets, and mixed greens with a tangy mustard vinaigrette, garnished with crispy bacon and goat cheese crumbles
Pear and arugula salad • peppery arugula with sliced poached pears, gorgonzola crumbles, candied walnuts, and a honey-balsamic dressing. • optional protein add-on: grilled chicken or seared shrimp for a more substantial offering
**braised beef brisket**: slow-cooked brisket in a savory tomato and red wine sauce, served with garlic mashed potatoes
**herb-crusted salmon**: baked salmon fillet with a crust of fresh herbs, lemon zest, and garlic, served with roasted baby potatoes
• filet mignon with red wine reduction: tender filet mignon cooked to perfection, served with a rich red wine reduction sauce
Herb-roasted chicken: lemon, garlic, and thyme marinade, served family-style (gf, shellfish-free)
Grilled lemon herb salmon • salmon fillets marinated in lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs
Tennessee pork tenderloin with sweet potato mash ingredients: • pork tenderloin (locally sourced) • sweet potatoes • brown sugar • butter • local bourbon glaze
Ramen** (miso or soy-based broth, topped with sliced pork, soft-boiled eggs, and vegetables
Chicken marsala: pan-seared chicken breasts in a rich marsala wine sauce (with mushroom-free option)
Italian chicken cacciatore ingredients: chicken thighs or breasts, tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, mushrooms, olives, capers, white wine, olive oil
Grilled octopus salad • grilled octopus with mixed greens • cherry tomatoes, red onion, and kalamata olives • dressed with olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh herbs
Lasagna alla bolognese - layers of pasta with rich bolognese sauce, béchamel, and parmesan
Pasta al pomodoro: handmade spaghetti with a simple tomato-basil sauce (seafood/mushroom-free)
Penne all’arrabbiata - penne pasta in a spicy tomato sauce with garlic and chili flakes
Tagliatelle al pesto - tagliatelle pasta with a fresh basil pesto sauce
Truffle tagliatelle house-made egg pasta coated in a velvety black truffle butter sauce, topped with freshly shaved truffles and parmesan reggiano
Ribeye steak with cowboy butter and mashed potatoes
Filet mignon with rosemary roasted potatoes side of asparagus
Pan-seared halibut with lemon butter sauce : side dishes: garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed asparagus
Pan-seared halibut with mango salsa • halibut fillets pan-seared to perfection • topped with fresh mango salsa (mango, red onion, cilantro, lime juice) • served with a side of coconut rice and sautéed green beans
Beef wellington: tender beef fillet wrapped in puff pastry with mushroom duxelles and truffle demi-glace
**chocolate mousse**: a rich, dairy-free chocolate mousse topped with fresh berries
**almond flour cake**: a moist and tender cake made with almond flour, drizzled with a citrus glaze
• tres leches cake • a moist sponge cake soaked in three types of milk, topped with whipped cream and a
• strawberry cheesecake: a classic cheesecake topped with fresh strawberries and a strawberry glaze
Baked alaska: a retro showstopper with sponge cake, ice cream, and flambéed meringue
Chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream
Creme brûlée
Panna cotta - creamy dessert topped with a berry sauce or caramel
Vanilla bean crème brûlée silky custard with a caramelized sugar crust, served with fresh berries
French onion soup | everything bagel crouton | melted gruyere
Crab cake mini | dilly lime shallot vinaigrette | cherry tomatoes | seared shrimp
Pimento cheese arancini | spicy tomato sauce | pickled jalapeños
Whipped feta | pistachios | hot honey | crostinis | cucumbers
Chorizo and manchego stuffed mushrooms | brown butter herbed breadcrumbs
Charcuterie board | fruit | nuts | seasonal jam | crackers
Smashed potato and arugula | slivered almonds | fresh mozzarella cheese | maple dijon viniagrette
Roasted beet and shallot | feta cheese | toasted walnuts | honey balsamic
Classic caesar | cucumber | fresh herbs | shaved parmesan
Filet with herb butter | seared shrimp with caper cream sauce | lemon roasted broccolini | twice baked potato mash
Filet topped with bacon mushroom butter | 3 cheese cavatapi mac with potato chip crunch | balsamic garlic green beans
Flourless chocolate cake | cream cheese dessert cream | fresh seasonal berries
Vanilla bean pot de creme | lavender cookie
Maple bourbon banana pudding cake | icecream drizzle
Greek meatball | roasted red pepper sauce
Dip trio | greek goddess dip | lemon and roasted garlic hummus | whipped feta with balsamic tomatoes | pita chips | crudités
Classic greek salad
Marinated and grilled greek chicken breast | cucumber and tomato salad | fluffy coconut rice | dilly tzatziki sauce | grilled squash and peppers | smashed spiced potatoes | grilled pita
Slow braised greek shredded beef | cucumber and tomato salad | fluffy coconut rice | dilly tzatziki sauce | grilled squash and peppers | smashed spiced potatoes | grilled pita
Vanilla bean pot de crème | baklava
Orange and almond cake | caramel gelato | fresh basil
Assorted brushed baguette - honey whipped goat cheese w/pistachio & dried cranberry, carrot hummus with feta, and falafel w/cucumber tzatziki
Fruit, cheese, and nut charcuterie
Blackened shrimp caesar salad w/house-made dressing & aged shaved parmesan
Salmon mueniere - sautéed butter salmon atop a lemon parsley rice pilaf served with roasted vegetables in a sweet agave nectar
Bread pudding with a whiskey butter sauce and fresh whipped coffee bean cream
Dip trio | chorizo queso | salsa | guacamole | fresh corn tortilla chips
Braised beef taco bar with fixins
Braised chicken taco bar with fixins
Carnitas taco bar with fixins
Coconut spanish rice
Slow cooked frijoles
Churro cupcakes
Tres leches cake
Ham and cheese croissants | pepper honey
Breakfast enchiladas
Everything bagel sausage casserole
Bacon egg and cheese “mcmuffin”
Cinnamon roll casserole
Strawberry shortcake french toast
Blueberry lemon pancakes
Apple coffee cake | vanilla bean drizzle
Loaded breakfast tots
Fresh fruit | honey| lime | mint
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 Craighead County.
What does a private chef service include in Craighead 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 Craighead County?
The price of renting a chef in Craighead 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 156 USD to 168 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 156 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 143 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 179 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 168 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 Craighead 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 12 chefs available in Craighead County. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Craighead 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 Craighead 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 Craighead County each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Craighead 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 Craighead County.
Cost of a private chef in Craighead County
The cost of hiring a private chef in Craighead 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 156 USD to 168 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 156 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 143 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 179 USD
For 2 people: 168 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 Craighead County?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Craighead 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 Craighead County!






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









