Private chef in Sacramento
Hire the best private chefs in Sacramento for your next special occasion. Bring one of our over 100 Chefs home for an intimate and personalized dining experience.
Hire a personal chef in Sacramento
Over 51,003 guests have connected with our private chefs in Sacramento and welcomed them into their homes since October, 2017. Chat with our chefs and design an intimate celebration with family and friends at home with a customized menu. Find out what guests like you have loved about our Sacramento chef services!
Sacramento chefs have years of experience in menu planning that showcases the city's gastronomic diversity. From Mexican and Italian to Asian and Southwestern cuisines, the taste of California is just a few clicks away. Bring the party home with a personal chef service for less than a restaurant bill. Enjoy a unique dining experience in the comfort of your home.
After you fill out your request, our top personal chefs in Sacramento, CA, will plan unique menus that consider all your tastes and dietary preferences. You can modify their proposals to the last detail while chatting with each chef until you have a menu that suits your needs. Visit their chef profiles, check their galleries, and pick your favorite!
How it works
Submit your request
Let us know about your celebration, from your preferred cuisine to your date and budget.
Create your menu
Receive menu proposals from our chefs and modify them until they suit your needs.
Chat with chefs
Connect with our chefs and get to know them—no commitment until you find a match.
Book your service
With your chef and menu picked, just finish your booking with your payment.
Live the experience
Let your chef in and sit back; they will handle service while you host a great party.
102 personal chefs in Sacramento, CA
Meet our chefs in Sacramento and what they can do for you
Join over 51,000 guests who have lived the Sacramento chef experience
4.48 Chef
Personal chef services in Sacramento scored 4.48 in guest satisfaction.
4.78 Food quality
Private chefs in Sacramento, CA, scored a 4.78 for their menus.
4.69 Presentation
Platting and serving by our chefs have earned a solid 4.69.
4.78 Cleaningness
Guest in Sacramento gave post-service cleanup by our chefs a 4.78 score.
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20,691 menus customized by our chefs in Sacramento
Save yourself the trouble of finding the perfect reservation, take the party home, and enjoy restaurant-level service at a surprising cost.
Spinach dip
Roasted tomato bruschetta
Steak crostini
Charcuterie board
Caesar salad
Chopped salad
Garden salad
Arugula salad w/ lemon vinaigrette
Angel hair pasta and grilled shrimp, veggies or chicken
Steak & lobster w/ garlic mashed potatoes and briccolini
Bourbon salmon
Garlic & herb lamb chops
Chicken piccata & asparagus
Honey vanilla mousse
Pistachio rum cake
Kahlua chocolate cake
Cheesecake
New season slow roasted & fresh tomatoes salad, pickled shallots, italian stracciatella cheese, herb oil, toasted herbed focaccia
Char siu bacon, eggs on your way, chilli crisp, truffle mayo
Special turkish eggs on herbed labne, crispy chili oil, pickled shallots, cucumber salad, herbs, tomato salad,fresh baked flat bread
French pea and mint bruschetta, poached egg, italian prosciutto, hollandaise sauce
Miso, mushroom and kale oatmeal congee
Asian breakfast skillet
Roasted kale & broccolini salad with quinoa, butternut hummus, dukkah crumb, poached egg
Slow roasted victorian pork belly, chilli caramel, heirloom carrot, pear salad
Fresh made toasted pretzel, topped with avocado salad, whipped ricotta, poached egg, lime dressing, seed cracke
Roasted branzino, saffron cauliflower rice, apple and shallot vinaigrette
Special housemade beef pastrami, potato hash, charred cabbage, smoked crema, roasted mushrooms, pickled shallots
Roasted harissa lamb shoulder, crushed green peas, potato rosti, mint labneh
Spicy truffle fried chicken, potato salad, paprika and black garlic cream, pickles, steamed bao bun
Roasted sweet potato toast, tandoori chicken and lentils
Pea fritters, cured pink salmon, salad, poached egg, truffle aioli
Fresh fruit board with mix of chef choice baby dessserts
Tiramisu french toast, espresso & bourbon whipped cream, mascarpone cheese, strawberries, chocolate soil & candied orange
Chia, flax & almond granola, whipped coconut yoghurt, mango, pineapple, passionfruit, summer berries
Bread pudding-cannoli croissants
Eton mess, crushed merengue, citrus mousse, marinated red fruits
Handmade falafel, spicy tomatoes relish, special salad, yogurt dressing
Charcuterie board, special selection of cheeses, crackers, nuts, fruits, honey, marmalade
Grilled eggplant topped with special char pepper and walnut dip, mediterranean chopped salad, flat bread
Special mediterranean platter, mix of dips, pitas and pites, veggies, olives, cheeses
Crispy brussel sprouts, creamy sweet corn, date and pomegranate dressing, nigella seeds
Special whipped labne, dill cucumber salad, pickled red onion, crispy garlic, za'atar flat bread
Grilled scallops with chermoula butter and buttered almonds
Grilled cheese, special warm chickpeas mousse, spicy chickpeas, burnt lemon, herbed flatbread
Herbed roasted beetroot carpaccio, herbed garlic dressing, crumbled goat cheese, garlic baguette
Grilled melon, feta, citrus, & herb salad w/ prosciutto- dressed w/ olive oil and balsamic
Asian style vegetable pancakes (a play on japanese okonomiyaki w/ seasonal montana vegetables) (v/gf)
Grilled portobello mushroom w/ ricotta, heirloom tomatoes & basil (veg/gf)
Seafood bisque tart
Brulé onion tart (veg)
Wild mushroom & goat cheese tart (veg)
Sweet potato crisps w/ whipped feta & olives (veg)
Roasted fennel & potato soup (veg/gf)
Butternut squash soup (v/gf)
Ceasar salad / poached egg & fresh anchovies (gf)
Creamy lager & goat cheese soup w/ crispy onions (veg/gf)
Vietnamese pho broth soup w/ rice noodles (gf)
Traditional shio japanese ramen w/ handmade noodles (gf)
Spicy montana lentil, kale, & sweet potato soup (v/gf)
Creamy parmesan polenta w/ blistered tomatoes, wilted greens & local sourced lemon and herb roasted chicken (gf)
Wild mushroom risotto w/ bacon & corn salsa served w/ broccolini & prawns or scallops (gf)
Roasted salmon topped w/ pesto served w/ roasted potatoes & squash caponata (gf)
Pan seared elk w/ roasted root vegetables & parmesan potatoes served w/ a huckleberry sauce (gf)
Grond lamb, garlic mashed, & aged montana cheddar shepards pie w/ mixed vegetables & guiness gravy (gf)
Chicken, sausage, & seafood jambalaya w/ jalapeno cornbread (gf-contains shellfish)
Pork ribs & hand cut truffle fries (gf)
Tiramisu
Apple & pear cobbler
Grandma’s bread pudding
Whipped cheesecake
Pana cotta
Handmade falafel, spicy tomatoes relish, special salad, yogurt dressing
Grilled eggplant topped with special char pepper and walnut dip, mediterranean chopped salad, flat bread
Special mediterranean platter, mix of dips, pitas and pites, veggies, olives, cheeses
Fava beans puree, chicory, grilled lamb meatballs, fattoush
Herbed roasted beetroot, iranian pistachio & cherry tart goats cheese, olive crostini
Whipped goat cheese, charred bullhorn peppers, citrus dressing, garlic crostini
Special salad with fresh and roasted tomato, sumac & thyme, whipped macadamia, rosemary bread
Ali nazik barbecued giant blue king prawns with baba ganoush
Turmeric chickpeas with tomatoes, greens and zhough, fresh baked sahara flat bread
Harira with chicken dumplings
Special yemenite chicken soup with ricotta balls
Spicy chicken tajine, veggies, crispy coriander baby potatoes, salad, nuts and a special middle eastern dressing
Sumac baked snapper special jeweled saffron rice, herbed salad
Smoked duck glazed with blood orange sauce, cauliflower pureed, honey-chili baby carrots, wild mushrooms
Slow roasted lamb shoulder, smoked chilli, coriander & roasted pepper salad, crispy fingerling potatoes
Semolina fried snapper, fiery charred peppers, couscous salad, tahini & burnt onion oil
Grilled tiger prawn, whipped cod & salmon roe, harissa & lemon burnt butter, cauliflower rice
Grilled wagyu steak, caramelised butternut pumpkin with ras el hanout, wild mushroom bulgur, toasted pine nuts, chargrill chili-garlic broccolini
Pan roasted snapper, slow roasted summer tomatoes, thyme, sumac roasted potatoes
“makroon bil toum” lebanese boiled dumplings coated in garlic served with roasted scallops, prawns & fiery harissa
Date and walnut cake with hot coconut butterscotch sauce and vanilla mousse
Yogurt and almond apricots cake, light citrus sauce
Olive oil chocolate mousse, orange, coffee, vanilla whipped cream, walnuts praline
Ricotta flan cake, pomegranate poached pears, special glaze
Basbousa (semolina and almond drizzle cake) tangerine sorbet
Tuna croquettes, lemon-capers mayo
Truffled triple cream brie, wild herbs, drizzle of truffle honey pulled apart sourdough bread
Hibiscus cured salmon with red fruits spring salad
Brûlée brie, citrus chutney, crushed nuts, special crostini
Special tuna deviled eggs (veg option available too)
Out-of-the-glass french prawns cocktail
Porcini mushrooms risotto, truffled scallops
Parmesan and herbs crusted lamb rack, special citrus salad
Fresh made pappardelle, braised lamb shank sauce, rosemary and thyme gremolata
Chicken and wild mushrooms fricassee, herbed roasted smashed potatoes, french style baby peas
Poulet basquaise, slow cooked chicken with pepper sauce, creamy polenta, garlic green beans
Slow cooked lamb shank, roasted veggies, creamy mashed potato
Roasted citrus salmon, special roasted kale and brussels sprouts warm salad with almond flakes and balsamic glaze
Fig and pomegranate brisket, special herbed salad, olive bread
Lemon risotto, grilled asparagus and scampi
Braised chicken with olives and citrus, roasted lemon potatos, endive salad
Smoked duck glazed with blood orange sauce, cauliflower pureed, honey-chili baby carrots, wild mushrooms
Assorted cheeses w/ fresh baked bread and homemade crackers (gf available by request)
Carpaccio w/ grilled bread
Tomato & mozzarella salad
Broccolini & shrimp with garlic and lemon
Meatballs w/ red sauce
Caesar salad with parm crisp
Feta and risotto stuffed avocado w/ grilled shrimp topped w/ caper and lemon relish
Butternut squash soup
Italian wedding soup
Chicken parmesan over handmade pasta
Alfredo w/ seasonal veg and grilled chicken over gf pasta
Pineapple & pork over poached fennel w/ rocket dressing
Airline chicken breast over pureed parsnip with duck fat vegetables served w/ red wine demi
Chicken marsala and garlic mashed potatoes
Filet of beef w/ herb butter served w/ mashed potatoes and her coverts
Chicken francese over linguine
Bread pudding
Cannolis
Cheesecake w/ fresh strawberries and chocolate sauce
Asparagus w/ hollandaise
Assorted cheeses w/ fresh baked bread and homemade crackers (gf available by request)
Pate w/ french bread & homemade jam
Seafood crudo
Salad nicoise
Beef tartar
Meat charcuterie
Seafood charcuterie
Chicken coq au vin
Duck breast w/ roasted fingerling potatoes broccolini
Filet of beef w/ herb butter served w/ mashed potatoes and her coverts
Seabass w/ rice pilaf and glazed carrots
Sea scallops over forbidden rice w/ broccolini and a red pepper coulis
Bread pudding
Black bean and tahini brownie w/ strawberry & champagne sauce
Cheesecake w/ fresh strawberries and chocolate sauce
Host a unique dining experience
Are you wondering how to throw a great party at home? Our private chefs in Sacramento, CA, will take cooking, serving, and post-event cleanup out of your hands so you can be the best host for your next anniversary or family reunion!
Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find answers to the most recurrent questions about Sacramento chef services.
What does a private chef service in Sacramento include?
Your private chef experience in Sacramento, CA, covers everything from menu customization to post-service cleanup. Our chefs also take care of grocery shopping. They will cook in your kitchen and serve every course on your table. Depending on the complexity of your menu, your chef might bring a mise en place prepared before to ensure a seamless cooking experience. Tableware and glassware are not part of your service. Tipping is at each guest's discretion.
How much does a personal chef cost in Sacramento?
Private chef costs in Sacramento can vary due to group size. For parties of 13 people or more, the average price per person is 163 USD; for services of 7 to 12 guests is 178 USD; for groups of 3 to 6 people, the average cost is 112 USD per person, and for two-people services, the price tends to be 327 USD each. Our rates can also vary based on seasonality, location, or last-minute bookings, so we recommend planning your experience with anticipation.
How can I hire a private chef in Sacramento?
To book a personal chef in Sacramento, just follow these steps:
1. Select your date
2. Specify your number of guests and budget
3. Share your food preferences and kitchen details
4. Add any particular dietary needs or preferences
Within hours, you'll receive three customized menu proposals from our top Chefs available near you on the date of your event. Check their profiles, reviews, and galleries showcasing their signature dishes.
Chat directly with our personal chefs to perfect their sample menus according to your wishes. Once you find a chef with a menu that you like, complete your booking with your payment. We'll then send your chef's contact information for further details.
How can I find a private chef in Sacramento?
We have over 102 of the best private chefs in Sacramento at your disposal. Just fill out a request to get three menu proposals from the top-ranked chefs available on your event date. Visit their profiles, chat with them to customize your menu, and choose your chef. If you're not satisfied with the first three sample menus you get, we will send more chefs your way to give you fresh proposals until you find one that meets your cravings.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef experience in Sacramento?
No, there is no set maximum number of guests for one of our services. However, a private chef experience is usually an intimate gathering 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.
Does the private chef cook at my house?
Yes, a private chef's experience consists of cooking the meal at your home professionally. Depending on the complexity of your menu and your kitchen equipment, your chef may bring a mise en place to ensure an efficient cooking experience.
Can I cook along with the personal chef?
Yes! We highly recommend you seize that chance. Roll up your sleeves, wash your hands, and join your chef. Discover an innovative way to enjoy food by sharing their passion and hearing about their journey.
Are the ingredients for a private Chef service fresh?
Fresh ingredients are vital in high-end cooking. Our private chefs in Oklahoma are committed to providing restaurant-quality food and service to their guests. After tailoring your menu, your chef will purchase the best ingredients from local suppliers in your area.
Are drinks included in a private chef service?
Drinks are not included in your purchase by default. However, you can agree with your chef to add them as an "extra" on your menu.
How much should I tip a private chef in Sacramento, CA?
Tipping your private chef in Sacramento is optional and depends on your satisfaction. After 51,003 served guests in the city, we can share that tips are 14.72% of the total bill. If your Chef impresses you with their culinary offer and service, you may choose to show your appreciation accordingly.
Key information about our Sacramento chef offer
Here are some details about our services in Sacramento.
Our chefs in Sacramento have an average age of 43, that's vast cooking experience.
Women make 44% of our chef network in Sacramento.
Your first menu proposals are typically sent within 5 hours after your request.
Our first chef experience in Sacramento, CA, was requested on 2017-10-29.
21.6% of our personal chef services in Sacramento include kids.
One guest has booked the same home chef in Sacramento 8 times.
The number of private chef bookings in Sacramento increased by a 48% in the last year.
Our personal chefs can speak up to 3 languages.
More than 58.6% of our guests have hired our chef services in Sacramento more than once.
On average, multiple services book a chef for 4 days in Sacramento.
920 pictures of our Sacramento, CA, chef experiences have been uploaded to our site.
It takes 2 days from submitting your request to booking a private chef.
How much does a private chef cost in Sacramento?
The group size of your event modifies the cost of your chef service. On average:
- 13 or more people bookings cost 163 USD
- 7 to 12 people parties go for 178 USD
- 3 to 6 people services cost 112 USD
- 2 people bookings go for 327 USD
In addition to your guest list, seasonality can also change the cost of your chef service in Sacramento. Check the chart above for a detailed view of month-to-month price fluctuation.
How many private chef services are booked per month in Memphis?
Private chef services in Sacramento are in different volumes depending on location and season—the chart above depicts the monthly index for service bookings.
However, any month is great to hire a home chef near you. Please note that last-minute bookings could come at a higher fee and give you less time to personalize a perfect menu. Remember, there is no commitment for talking to our chefs!
How many private chefs are signed in Sacramento each month?
We've been part of the Sacramento private chef scene for years, providing the best local chefs a chance to bring their passion into our guests' homes. Our team grows larger every month to keep our offers fresh and varied.
On average, 1 new chefs join our platform monthly. Our team checks and classifies their profiles by background and style daily to ensure you always find new and interesting alternatives for your celebrations.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Sacramento?
From top to bottom, the main cuisines requested in Sacramento are French, Japanese, Mediterranean, Latin American, Italian, Mexican // However, the most requested menus in Sacramento, CA, are Surprise menus! Let our chefs create a menu just for you!
Our chefs will design their menu proposals to match your request: preferences, dietary needs, or food allergies. If you don't have a menu in mind, they can also offer innovative options. Send your request to learn about the culinary pieces they can prepare for you.
Personal chefs in Sacramento at your disposal
Adjust your menu to match your taste and budget to give your guests an innovative culinary experience without breaking bank. Our private chefs can cook up the ideal menu for your special occasion.
Personal chef experiences are an exciting alternative to traditional ways of celebrating holiday parties, anniversaries, or even formal company parties. Design an interactive cooking experience for your next celebration.
On the day of your event, your chef will source the ingredients locally to prepare your menu in your kitchen. They will also serve at your table and clean up your kitchen spaces before they leave.
Sacramento's best chefs in your kitchen
Each of our Sacramento chefs graduated from leading culinary schools and has at least ten years of experience in top restaurants, hotels, and resorts. With 102 available in-home chefs, we're confident we can put you in contact with the right chef for your party.
You have the final say on your menu, so trust your chef and let them prepare your dream meal at home. // Welcome your chef into your Sacramento home and sit back, surprise your guests with a dining experience at your next birthday party, graduation, or anniversary.
An authentic taste of Californian cuisine
Forget about keeping your laughs down! Enjoy a restaurant-level dining experience with your loved ones and no one else. Find out what our private Chefs in Sacramento can do for your next special occasion.
Meet our chefs in Sacramento, CA
Thanks to its location and heritage, Sacramento offers a rich blend of local and international cuisines, like Mexican and Southwestern. However, our chefs can also personalize a menu with more exotic options. More than just a chef agency, we're champions of connecting people through food intimately and comfortably.