Private chef Pittsburgh
Hire one of our 61 private chefs in Pittsburgh. Connect with them, plan a dining experience at home, and live a customized menu designed to meet your taste and budget.
Hire a private chef in Pittsburgh
Turn your next party in Pittsburgh into a customized dining experience with a menu crafted by one of our 61 talented personal chefs to meet your desires and budget. The Steel City's food culture, characterized by its strong flavors, local produce, and rustic cooking styles, will be served on your table. Whether you want a hearty lunch or a sophisticated meatless menu, your chef can create a menu to fit your taste.
Since our first personal chef in Pittsburgh, PA, joined our platform on December 2017, we've had the pleasure to serve over 12,700 guests like you with customized menus, cooked in their kitchens and served in the best seat in town: their homes. Discover what our chefs can do for your event within your budget and needs.
Once you send your request, our private chefs in Pittsburgh will send you menu quotes crafted to match your dietary needs and preferences. Visit their chef profiles and choose your favorite!
How it works
Send your request
Share everything about your experience, your desired cuisine, date, and budget. With no commitment!
Craft your menu
Our chefs will design a personalized menu just for you and your guests. Change everything until it's perfect.
Chat with our chefs
Get menu proposals, connect with our chefs, and find the perfect match.
Book your experience
With your chef and menu all set, finish your request and save the date!
Enjoy!
Welcome your chef and sit back while they prepare your favorite meals in your home.
61 in-home chefs in Pittsburgh
Learn more about our Pittsburgh personal chefs
Over 12,700 guests have experienced our personal chef services in Pittsburgh
4.64 Chef
Guests in Pittsburgh rated their personal chef experience 4.64.
4.93 Food quality
Our private chef's menus in Pittsburgh have received a high score of 4.93.
4.71 Presentation
Our chefs' dishes are tasty and look great, earning a score of 4.71 in Pittsburgh.
4.82 Cleaningness
The cleanup of kitchen and dining area in Pittsburgh scored 4.82 on average.
A menu just for you
Are you looking to host a party that gets everybody talking at home? chefs in Pittsburgh can take hosting out of your hands so you can enjoy quality time with your guests!
Frequently asked questions
Find below the most common questions about personal chefs in Pittsburgh.
Booking a private chef service in Pittsburgh includes everything from customized menu planning to cleanup after your experience. Our chefs will handle grocery shopping, cook in your home, and provide table service. They may prepare a mise en place beforehand to achieve an efficient and smooth cooking experience. Please note that tableware and glassware aren't included. Tipping is at your discretion.
Personal chef services cost varies depending on group size. For groups of 13 or more guests, the average price per person is 113 USD. The average rate for 7 to 10 people is 106 USD per guest; for groups of 3 to 6 people, 133 USD per person. And for couples, the price average is 137 USD per seat. Costs may vary due to season, location, or last-minute bookings.
To book your private chef in Pittsburgh, begin by picking the date and guest count for your service. Then, tell us your food preferences, allergies, and a few kitchen details. You will get three personalized menu proposals from our top chefs available on the day of your celebration. Check their profiles, along with photos of their dishes. Chat with them about any modifications to their sample menus or questions about their service. Choose your preferred chef and menu, and complete your booking with your payment to get your chef's contact information.
61 of the best personal chefs in Pittsburgh are waiting for your request. Just fill out the form with the date of your event, the guest count, any dietary needs, preferences, and kitchen details. Within hours, you will get three menu proposals designed to fit all your specifications from our top chefs available. Review their profiles and galleries. Chat with them to personalize your menu. If you're not sold on their options, you can keep getting quotes until you find the right chef for your event.
No, there is no set maximum number of guests for a private chef experience. However, our services are usually for intimate gatherings with friends or family at homes with limited space for cooking and sitting. So, although there isn't a strict limit, guest count generally doesn't exceed 15 people.
Yes. On the day of your event, the private chef you select will go grocery shopping for fresh ingredients and prepare the menu you designed right in your kitchen. If any part of the meal requires complex preparation or specific tools, your private chef may set up a few things before arriving at your place for a smooth cooking experience.
You totally should! At every table, there are always guests who love food and want to spend time in the kitchen with the chef, learn some new tricks, and take part in preparing the food. It's your house; take the chance to feel like a chef for a day!
Fresh ingredients are a priority for high-end cooking. Every one of our professional cooks in Pittsburgh seeks to bring restaurant-quality food quality and service standards to your table. Once they personalize your menu, your chef will purchase the ingredients needed to make it come to life on the scheduled date in your kitchen.
Although drinks are not included in your booking, you can always add them as an extra to your request while designing your menu with your chef.
Tips for your chef in Pittsburgh are your choice. Based on 12,700 services, the average tip percentage is 14.72% of the total bill for your experience. Feel free to modify that percentage according to your satisfaction with your chef's service.
Key information about private chefs in Pittsburgh
Find out more about what private chefs in Pittsburgh can do for you.
Our private chefs in Pittsburgh have an average age of 41, bringing a lot of cooking experience.
37% of our available chefs in Pittsburgh are women.
Your first menu proposals are typically received within 4 hours after your request.
Our first private chef service in Pittsburgh was done in 2017-12-31.
11% of our personal chef services in Pittsburgh include kids.
A single client has hired the same private chef in Pittsburgh 7 times.
Private chef service requests have increased by 38% in the last 12 months.
Our personal chefs can speak up to 3 languages.
Over 54.9% of our guests book personal chefs for hire in Pittsburgh more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a chef for 8 days in Pittsburgh.
Happy guests have shared more than 348 pics and videos on our social media platforms.
On average, it takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal chef.
How much does a private chef cost in Pittsburgh?
The cost of booking a private chef service varies depending on the size of the guest list. Prices range from 113 USD to 137 USD per person. For parties of 13 or more: 113 USD. For 7 to 12 guests: 106 USD. For 3 to 6 people: 133 USD. Couple services go for 137 USD.
Besides group size, seasonality can significantly modify the rates of your Pensilvania chef. See the chart above for details on month-to-month prices.
How many private chef services are booked in Pittsburgh each month?
The number of experience bookings in Pittsburgh varies with location and season. The table above shows the monthly number of services booked.
However, any time of year is perfect for enjoying an in-home chef service in the comfort of your home. Do keep in mind that booking at the last minute could increase your experience fee and leave you less time to craft a menu for your party. Remember, there is no commitment for talking to our chefs!
What is the most frequent type of food booked in Pittsburgh?
Our six main types of cuisine in Pittsburgh are Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and Latin American. However, the most requested cuisine in Pittsburgh is Surprise.
The next time you wonder, "How can I blow my guests' minds?" or need to celebrate a birthday, consider a private chef!
Our chefs design exciting menus based on your preferences. Our private chefs create menus personalized to your dietary restrictions, incorporating fusion cuisine options. Submit your request to explore the culinary delights crafted by our chefs.
A five-star service for a surprising bill
Private chefs in Pittsburgh, PA, have trained in renowned worldwide culinary institutions; they have at least a decade of work experience in all sorts of high-end restaurants, hotels, and resorts. Their backgrounds and portfolios are readily available for you to check once you get their menu quotes by visiting their profiles.
Our personal chefs can craft a menu that includes all your dietary needs, and they can also offer fresh and innovative options to keep the bill within your budget. Get menu proposals and customize them to bring them closer to what your event and guests crave.
Sit back and let your chef treat you to a fine dining experience
Experience a taste of the good life in the comfort of your home in Pittsburgh with our personal chef services. With 61 chefs in our network, we can guarantee there is a chef near you who can fit your taste and budget needs.
Our chefs provide farm-to-table menus and can cater to any dietary needs. Whether you're hosting a casual brunch, a private dinner, or a party with vegan options, we've got you covered!
All our chefs have at least ten years of experience and training, providing restaurant-level dishes on our guest's homes. Find what 12,700 guests in Pittsburgh have loved about their personalized menus.
The Steel City's top chefs
A dining experience like the one a private chef in Pittsburgh can give you is not easily forgotten. Reignite your love for food sharing in the passion of a personal chef, right in your kitchen.
Connect with our chefs in Pensilvania
Skip all the pomp and protocol, enjoy a 5 star dining experience in the comfort of your home with a menu crafted exclusively for you and your event. For less than you'd pay at a restaurant for the same meal, you can bring the party home and relax while all your cooking needs are taken care of.
