Private Chef in Ormond Beach
Rent one of our 56 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Ormond Beach
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Ormond Beach in March 2017, more than 56 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Ormond Beach and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Volusia County.
Starting in 2017, 44,168 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Ormond Beach. To book your chef in Ormond Beach, 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 20,100 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 154,571 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, 44,168 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Ormond Beach usually book menus around 173 USD per person, including 4.72 courses, sharing an average of 3.11 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 Ormond Beach.












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!
56 Private Chefs in Ormond Beach
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More than 44,100 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.52 Chef
The guests in Ormond Beach have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.52.
4.77 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Ormond Beach 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.
4.83 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Ormond Beach has been scored with a 4.83 on average.
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20,100 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Ormond Beach
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Homemade garlic bread
Classic caesar salad w/ romaine lettuce, homemade garlic croutons, parmesan cheese & caesar dressing
Creamy fettuccine alfredo w/ shrimp
Creamy fettuccine alfredo w/ chicken & shrimp
Creamy fettuccine alfredo w/ steak & shrimp
Loaded meat lasagna w/ ricotta
Creamy fettuccine alfredo w/ marinated grilled chicken breast
Creamy fettuccine alfredo w/ marinated ribeye steak
Cheesecake w/ strawberry sauce
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
Escargot: white wine, garlic, butter
Baked clams oreganata
Mussels bianca white sauce
Mussels pomodoro red sauce
Lobster ravioli with a basil cream sauce
Homemade shrimp dip on mini toast
Blackened shrimp sauteed in tequila butter cilantro sauce
Ceviche
Crab cakes
Shrimp mango salad
Bacon and crab stuffed mushrooms salsa verde sauce
Chilean sea bass: baked to perfection topped with a blistered tomato, roasted garlic, fresh basil, roasted red peppers, evoo, drizzled white balsamic glaze
Grouper florentine: fresh grouper, evoo, white wine, garlic, spinach, basil, butter, heavy cream, pancetta, capers
Fresh cod via modena: pan seared cod, sundried tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, roasted red peppers, fresh oregano, roasted garlic, lemon, balsamic glaze
Baked sockeye salmon garlic herb butter
Crab and lobster putanesca sauce over penne pasta
Lobster shrimp and crab meat alfredo mac and cheese topped with fresh herbs
Lobster and crab meat vodka sauce over penne pasta with fresh basil
Homemade chocolate cannoli's
Chocolate gelato
Homemade mango, blueberry, cannoli cream mousse cups
Lemon custard
Banana pudding white chocolate chip cups
Key lime pie mousse cups
Strawberry mousse cups
Mozzarela sticks with marinara sauce
Antipasti // cold meats, regional italian cheeses, fruits, olives, nuts, bread and crackers
Arancini// sicilian fry crispy risotto rice balls, stuffed with fontina cheese, served with spicy marinara sauce dipping sauce
Chicken or eggplant parmesan fritters // golden brown crispy treats with spicy marinara sauce, and mozzarella
Bruschetta/ assorted spreads, tomato mozzarella, caramelized onions/roasted egg plant
Ceasar salad// petite romaine lettuce, croutons, shaved parmesan cheese, anchovy-garlic creamy dressing
Caprese salad/ tomato, mozzarella di bufala. basil, balsamic glaze
Minestrone// italian sausage/ summer vegetables, parmesan cheese, vegetable broth
Stracciatella// italian chicken- egg drop soup. shredded chicken, spinach, basil, peas, grated parmigiano-reggiano and eggs
Chicken or sirloin parmegiana/ flattened chicken milanese with marinara sauce and gratin mix cheeses
Chicken cacciatore/ pan roasted chicken breast with tomato, peppers, olives and caper cause
Catch of the day /pan seared (grouper or mahi) with roasted red peppers, nuts and olive pesto
Ravioli/ stuffed pasta with cheese and spinach with your choice of vodka or pesto sauce
Alfredo/ chicken, pork, or sirloin thinly sliced, pan fried and tossed in creamy 5 cheeses sauce
Gremolata/ grilled chicken, pork, or sirloin, topped with italian style chimichurri
Sides (choose 2)// garlic-parmesan mashed potato/ polenta (italian grits) /parmesan risotto/ broccoli/ asparagus, / green beans
Tiramisu// powerful layering of coffee-soaked savoiardi biscuits , rich cream made with mascarpone cheese, eggs and sugar, sometimes spiced up with a drop of liqueur
Panna-cota/ with wild berries compote
Chocolate panna-cota/ with roasted pistachio
Brutti ma buoni/ ugly but good, rustic style biscuit with vanilla sauce
Fried chicken wings & brioche french toast
Garlic butter shrimp & smoked gouda grits
Bacon & sausage (pork or turkey)
Scrambled eggs
Fresh fruit
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
Crocante de morcilla// blood sausage wrapped with phyllo dough/ served with guacamole sauce (guasacaca). modern latin cuisine
Gator street tacos/ corn meal fried gator meat, chipotle sauce, pickle onions, cilantro cabbage slaw
Camarones a al diabla// pan seared shrimps tossed in garlic guajillo-chipotle sauce, served with chips
Shrimp or fish aguachile// cucumber, red onions, avocado, cilantro, in spicy chilled serrano green broth (mexico)
Empanadas// flour dough stuffed with your choice of (shrimp, lamb, or chorizo) served with chive jalapeno aioli
Octopus salpicon/ tender, flavorful chopped octopus, mixed with onion, pepper, fresh herbs, cilantro jalapeno tangy dressing, served on fried green plantains cups
Esquite/ roasted corn kernels mixed with onions, chiles, and aioli sauce, cotija cheese,
Palmito salad// palm heart, grape tomatoes, avocado, pickle pearl onions, persian cucumber, champagne vinaigrette
Beet salad/ gold yukon potaoes, celery, orange segments, pickle onions, shaved fenel, cilantro avocado dressing
Ensalada de gallina// shredded chicken golden yukon potato salad, carrots/ peas, green apples, mustard chive aioli. venezuelan
Watercress ceasar salad/ bacon bits, croutons, green onions, light caesar dressing
Catch of the day/ pan fried grouper or snapper fillet, topped with creamy yellow pepper sauce, served over cilantro will rice and butter garlic green beans
Catch of the day corbullon/ pan roasted grouper or mahi filler, with saffron, tomato and peppers sauce, served over quinoa and roasted asparagus
Pork loin/ stuffed with mofongo de yucca, with sofrito sauce, served over pan fried vegetables
Porchetta// stuffed pork belly with aromatic, and tangy chimichurri, over latin roots mash, and vegetables
Picahna// fire roasted brazilian steak, with guacamole sauce, over yucca fries
Asado negro/ slow roasted beef with dark, rich brown sugar molasses demiglace sauce, served over garlic mashed potatoes, and brussels sprouts
Bienmesabe (4 milks cake)// yellow sponge cake soaked in a milk and coconut mixture, topped with merengue boulee (venezuela)
Cherries poached in chianti wine with mascarpone cream
Tamalitos// sweet corn cake, wrapped in corn husk, with pina colada pineapple sauce
Flan// classic sweet and creamy latin custard
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
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 Ormond Beach.
What does a private chef service include in Ormond Beach?
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 Ormond Beach?
The price of renting a chef in Ormond Beach 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 Ormond Beach?
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 56 chefs available in Ormond Beach. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Ormond Beach 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 Ormond Beach?
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 Ormond Beach each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Ormond Beach, 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 Ormond Beach.
Cost of a private chef in Ormond Beach
The cost of hiring a private chef in Ormond Beach 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 Ormond Beach?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Ormond Beach: 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 Ormond Beach!

A special surprise, a wonderful experience!
Let our private Chefs turn your house into a fine dining restaurant. You will be able to personalize every detail – your food preferences or ideas, and more details about the date and number of diners, our Personal Chefs in Ormond Beach will carefully design a tailor-made menu proposal, adapting it to your needs. On the day of the service, the Chef will be in charge of sourcing the ingredients, prepare them at your kitchen, table service, and very important, they will clean up the kitchen before leaving so that you can relax and enjoy.

Experience culinary perfection in Ormond Beach
All of our chefs have at least ten years’ worth of experience in the industry and have graduated from the best cooking schools. So our goal is to find the perfect chef for you and to make this the best dining experience. We know we can find the right match for you! Once you receive menu proposals, you’ll be able to view the professional profiles of each chef who has contacted you and choose the one that suits you. Get to know our chefs and they will be more than happy to personalize the menu with just one thing in mind, make the guests happy and satisfied!

Try something different! Try a Private Chef service in Ormond Beach.
The best and most original experiences are those that surprise you from the very beginning and do not stop until the end. These are the experiences that make the best memories. This is Take a Chef’s philosophy. We offer a completely personalized service, show cooking, gastronomic advice and the chance to understand how the dishes on your menu are made. Any type of cuisine you're craving, American, Asian or Mediterranean dishes can be showstoppers on your dining table with the expertise of one of our Private Chefs.






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









