Private Chef in Homosassa Springs
Rent one of our 42 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Homosassa Springs
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Homosassa Springs in March 2017, more than 42 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Homosassa Springs and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Citrus County.
Starting in 2017, 38,724 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Homosassa Springs. To book your chef in Homosassa Springs, 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 19,609 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 153,346 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.75 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 38,724 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Homosassa Springs usually book menus around 173 USD per person, including 3.65 courses, sharing an average of 3.97 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 Homosassa Springs.












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!
42 Private Chefs in Homosassa Springs
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More than 38,700 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.53 Chef
The guests in Homosassa Springs have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.53.
4.77 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Homosassa Springs received an average score of 4.77.
4.75 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.75 average score.
4.84 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Homosassa Springs has been scored with a 4.84 on average.
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19,609 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Homosassa Springs
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Banana fritters with cinnamon maple butter
Beef pates ( similar to empanadas) with avocado crema
Charcuterie board
Chips and guacamole
Johnny cakes ( fried dumplings) with whipped cheese spread
Korean fried chicken bao bun sliders
Spinach and artichoke wontons with pico de gallo
Salt fish cakes (salted cod cakes) with lemon chive aioli
Kale caesar salad caesar dressing, grilled crostini and parmesan
Seasonal garden salad
Roasted pumpkin soup
Corn chowder
Chicken coq au vin blanc
Fettuccine alfredo with protein of choice
Classic lasagna
Grilled jerk chicken w/ red bean rice and caribbean style slaw
Lemon herb roasted chicken w/pan sauce roasted heirloom potatoes and broccolini
Pan seared salmon citrus herb beurre blanc w/ rice pilaf and sautéed vegetables
Pan seared steak w/ brown butter mashed potatoes, sautéed broccolini demi glaze topped with fried onion strings
Strawberry cheesecake
Churros with hot fudge
Kahlua crack cake trifle chocolate cake, kahlua infused whipped cream, pecan caramel
Mango mousse trifle
Cream brûlée whipped cream and fresh berries
Molten lava cake w/ vanilla ice cream, caramel and chocolate sauce
Pan seared strawberry shortcake
- 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
Hummus platter
Baked feta bruschetta
Lamb meatballs w/ tzatziki sauce
Falafel balls w/ tzatziki sauce
Mediterranean flatbread
Mezze graze platter/table
Grilled halloumi salad
Greek salad
Chickpea salad
Mushroom and lentil bourguignon w/ garlic mashed potato
Lemon herb roasted chicken w/ roasted potatoes and broccolini
Herb crusted lamb chops w/ israeli couscous, avocado hummus, blistered tomatoes, toasted chickpeas and chimichurri sauce
Grilled salmon with yellow basmati rice grilled asparagus and citrus herb beurre blanc
Mediterranean shrimp pasta
Pan seared fish in lemon caper sauce w/ rice pilaf and sautéed vegetables
Mediterranean vegetarian pasta w/ fettuccine, artichokes, roasted red bell peppers, kalamata olive, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta
Stuffed roasted eggplant w/ israeli couscous, romesco sauce and goat cheese crumbles
Roasted cauliflower steak w/ tahini cream, toasted pine nuts and yellow basmati rice
Spinach pesto and mushroom pasta
Roasted aubergine and chickpea curry w/ yellow basmati rice
Lemon pound cake with white chocolate mousse and curd
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
Cream brûlée whipped cream and fresh berries
Strawberry cheesecake
Banana’s foster
French crepes and caramelized pears w/ whipped cream
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
Crab stuffed shrimp
Hot crab dip w. toast points
Smokey shrimp & whitefish plantain sliders w. cilantro crema
Mussels in garlic white wine sauce
Chorizo & shrimp skewers w. cilantro pesto
Fish ceviche
Grilled shrimp cocktail
Classic tossed salad (house vinaigrette)
Chef joy’s signature salad (spring salad, toasted walnuts, berries, green ginger dressing)
Fruit & mint salad
Classic caesar
Potato salad
Pasta salad
Creamy cajun argentine shrimp over salmon w. steamed veg and smashed garlic herb potatoes
Seafood boil (crab, shrimp, potatoes, corn, scallops, sausage, egg. choose your heat level!)
Mixed seafood scampi
Grilled whitefish, lobster mac n cheese, grilled asparagus
Crispy skin branzino w. tomatoes and capers & buttered herb pasta
5 spice roasted fish w. ginger cilantro fried rice and assorted veggies
Cajun salmon, shrimp & grits w. biscuits
Fish fry (assorted fish, shrimp, calamari, scallops, clams hushpuppies)
Fish in browned butter sauce w. creamy mashed potatoes & green beans almondine
Note: menu is customizable. please advise if you would like to modify any option
Adaptable to dietary restrictions
Brioche bread pudding with vanilla cream icing
Chocolate covered strawberry smoothie parfait w. brownie
Tres leches
Fruit & candied nuts over sweet cashew cream
Apple crisp
Blueberry miso crumble
Chips and guacamole
Tostones with mojo de ajo and guacamole
Loaded nachos
Beef empanada
Southwest chicken quesadillas
Tri drip (queso, guac, salsa
Bolitas de yuca (fried yuca balls ) with cilantro garlic aioli
Kale, tomato and bacon caesar salad caesar dressing, grilled crostini and parmesan
Italian chop salad
Mexican salad
Mexican street corn
Tortilla soup
Corn chowder
Seasonal garden salad
Pan seared red snapper w/ rice pilaf, roasted rainbow cauliflower and romesco sauce
Ropa vieja (shredded beef ) with jasmine rice fried plantains
Chicken enchiladas with spanish rice and refried beans
Braised beef short ribs w/ spanish rice, roasted tomato salsa and red stew beans
Mexican street fish tacos with spanish rice, pico de gallo, guac, amd sour cream
Seafood paella
Chimichurri steak with yellow rice, black beans and fried plantains
Birria quesatacos with yellow rice and refried beans
Pollo guisado with jasmine rice and fried plantains
Lemon pound cake with white chocolate mousse and curd
Churros with chocolate and caramel dipping sauce
Kahlua crack cake chocolate cake, kahlua infused whipped cream, pecan caramel
Mini dessert samples jars 3 mini jar samples chef’s choice
Cream brûlée whipped cream and fresh berries
Caribbean rum cake with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce
Strawberry cheesecake
Chicken parmesan meatballs
Steak & cheese crostini
Basil tomato soup w. smoked gouda grilled cheese
Classic caesar
Tomato panzanella salad
Chef joy’s signature salad (spring salad, toasted walnuts, berries, green ginger dressing)
Classic tossed salad (house vinaigrette)
Caprese
Creamy pesto salmon w. lemon thyme cannellini beans, mixed vegetables
Crispy skin branzino w. tomatoes and capers & buttered herb pasta
Tuscan chicken & scallops w parmesan zucchini bites, pecorino polenta
Italian palermo steak w. truffle butter bath potatoes and roasted vegetables
Balsamic rosemary marinated steak w. butter bath potatoes and roasted vegetables
Note: menu is customizable. please advise if you would like to modify any option
Cannoli trifle
Tiramisu
Fruit panzanella w. honey wine zabaglione
Blueberry miso crumble
Torta caprese bianca (italian almond cake)
Italian bread pudding
Mexican shrimp cocktail w. plantain chips
Mixed ceviche
Smokey shrimp & whitefish plantain sliders w. cilantro crema
Loaded sizzling black bean dip w. tortilla chips
Margarita grilled shrimp
Chorizo & shrimp skewers w. cilantro pesto
Dip trio platter (salsa, guacamole, queso) w. tortilla chips
Meaty queso w. tortilla chips
Mexican meatballs
Classic tossed salad (house vinaigrette)
Chef joy’s signature salad (spring salad, toasted walnuts, berries, green ginger dressing)
Classic caesar
Southwest salad
Grilled stonefruit & burrata salad (balsamic glaze)
Chile lime grilled steak w. avocado salsa & esquites
Cheesy steak & rice stuffed poblanos w. roasted garlic yogurt sauce and pomegranate seed
Chimichurri steak skewers w. ginger cilantro fried rice, grilled mixed veggies
Quesabirria tacos w. cilantro lime rice & black beans
Note: menu is customizable. please advise if you would like to modify any option
Adaptable to dietary restrictions
Tres leches
Chocolate tres leches
Dulce de leche churro trifle
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 Homosassa Springs.
What does a private chef service include in Homosassa Springs?
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 Homosassa Springs?
The price of renting a chef in Homosassa Springs 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 110 USD to 159 USD. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 110 USD per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 113 USD per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 131 USD per person, and for 2 people, the price is 159 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 Homosassa Springs?
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 42 chefs available in Homosassa Springs. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Homosassa Springs 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 Homosassa Springs?
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 Homosassa Springs each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Homosassa Springs, 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 Homosassa Springs.
Cost of a private chef in Homosassa Springs
The cost of hiring a private chef in Homosassa Springs 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 110 USD to 159 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 110 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 113 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 131 USD
For 2 people: 159 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 Homosassa Springs?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Homosassa Springs: 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 Homosassa Springs!






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









