Private Chef in Scottsdale
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Hire a personal Chef in Scottsdale
Enjoy the unique flavors of the desert with our private chefs in Scottsdale. If you want to level up your special occasions, the private chef service in Scottsdale, AZ, is for you.
Since 2017, Take a Chef has provided over 46,702 guests with a chef at their Scottsdale homes. From dinner parties to birthday celebrations, our private chefs have your special nights covered.
Try something unique that fits your budget. Find a personal chef in Scottsdale, AZ, that suits your taste, and let them create moments you and your guests will never forget.












How it works
Submit your request
Tell us everything about your perfect meal, date, and budget. No commitment!
Chat with Chefs
Chat with private Chefs and get proposals until you find the right one.
Craft your menu
Customize it all! from the number of courses to the ingredients in your meals.
Book your Chef
With the right Chef and menu, complete your request and mark your calendar!
Live the experience
Welcome your Chef and relax! Enjoy great company and delicious meals from your kitchen.
296 private Chefs in Scottsdale
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Over 46,700 guests enjoyed the experience of a personal chef in Scottsdale
4.68 Chef
Guests have scored their experience with their private Chef in Scottsdale with a 4.68.
4.81 Food quality
The menus from our private Chefs in Scottsdale hold a strong 4.81.
4.79 Presentation
Beyond flavor, the presentation of dishes by our personal Chefs in Scottsdale scored 4.79.
4.86 Cleanup
With our emphasis on tidiness, post-event cleanup earned a 4.86.
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21,138 menus customized by our personal Chefs in Scottsdale
Hire a Chef in Scottsdale, AZ, to boost your special occasions.








Meat and cheese board, toasted bread, pickles, preserves
Roasted garlic bread, pecorino romano, red pepper sauce
House ricotta, fig jam, grilled bread
Hummus and vegetable crudite
Caesar salad, parmigiana, sourdough crouton
Wedge salad, lardons, roasted tomato, green goddesss dressing
Antipasti salad, cured meats, pickled veggies, herbs
Watermelon and feta salad
Roasted beets, whipped creamy brie, candied bacon crumble, toasted fennel, fresh herbs
Creamy mozzarella, tomato jam, toasted baguette
Caprese salad
Meatballs al forno, garlic herb breadstick, fresh mozzarella
Fish ceviche, pico de gallo, avocado, crispy plantains
Grilled shrimp cocktail, citrus cocktail sauce
Tuscan bean and kale soup, spicy crumbled sausage, aged parmesan
Baked potato soup, prosciutto crumble, fresh herbs
French onion soup, melted gruyère, crunchy sourdough
Gnocchi, fonduta, herbed breadcrumb
Pappardelle bolognese
Spaghetti, roasted prawns, calabrian brodo, fresh herbs
Pan seared chicken, cauliflower puree, roasted potato
Prime ribeye, pomme puree, charred broccolini
Rigatoni all vodka, calabrian sausage
Short rib, parmesan potato puree, crispy onion
Salmon, parsnip puree, roasted broccolini
Fried rice, garlic, roasted vegetables, chili oil
Carne asada steak, creamy mashed potato, chipotle brushed broccolini
Steak panzanella, garlic herb crouton, heirloom tomato, avocado, roasted potato, red wine vinaigrette
Banana parfait, dehydrated banana, chocolate granola
Bread pudding, vanilla bean ice cream
Brown butter cake, vanilla bean ice cream
Creme brûlée
White caramel budino, fresh cream, shaved chocolate
Lump crab ceviche with tostadas
Empanadas (argentinian turnovers)
Tuna crudo tostadas topped with fried leek
Mexican stuffed pepper taco
Chicken enchiladas suizas
Filipino pork adobo
Khao soi (thai noodle soup)
Spicy shrimp à l'orange with coconut rice
Ny strip with compound butter and fresh tomato salad
Tiramisu
Tres leches cake
Classic crème brûlée
Tomato basil bruschetta
Chipotle chicken tostadas with avocado, sour cream and cilantro
Classic hummus with fresh vegetables and toasted baguette
Mexican shrimps cocktail with diced tomatoes, cucumbers, pimento-stuffed green olives, red onion, cilantro
Charcuterie board with cured meats, aged cheese, mozzarella balls, artisan crackers, marinated pickles, cherry tomatoes, olives
Crab cakes with wasabi aioli and pickled ginger
Creamy spinach and artichoke dip with toasted baguette
Classic wedge salad – fresh iceberg lettuce with diced tomatoes, crumbled blue cheese, bacon crumbs, drizzled with light blue cheese dressing
Mixed field green salad with grape tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and drizzled with homemade citrus vinaigrette
Caesar salad with chopped romaine lettuce, garlic herb croutons and topped with parmesan cheese
Filet mignon topped with a red wine demi glace with a side of mac & cheese and grilled asparagus
Roasted salmon over wild rice pilaf served with sauté vegetables and finished with a maple mustard reduction
Chicken francese – crunchy & juicy chicken breast roulade, stuffed with parsley-garlic butter with a side of creamy mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus
The ultimate surf and turf – prime central cut filet mignon and jumbo garlic butter shrimps with creamy mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus
New york strip steak with garlic butter, steakhouse potatoes romanoff and roasted tri-color carrots
Grilled rib-eye steak with fondant potatoes and balsamic-glazed brussels sprouts
Stuffed filet mignon oscar with crabmeat filling & bearnaise sauce, roasted fingerling potatoes and sauteed asparagus
Classic tiramisu
Crème brûlée topped with fresh berries
Banana foster with vanilla bean ice cream
Skillet chocolate chip cookie with vanilla bean ice cream finished with caramel sauce
Classic cheesecake with caramel sauce
Spinach & artichoke dip || roasted artichokes | four cheese mix | toasted baguette
Burrata & prosciutto || tomato-chipotle jam | arugula | ciabatta toast
Maple brined pork belly || white bean puree | shiitake mushrooms | shishito peppers | asiago
Ahi tuna poke || cucumber | red onion | edamame | green onion | nori | wonton
Pistachio ricotta bruschetta || ciabatta | honey | arugula
Tomato vierge bruschetta || tomato | basil | garlic | mozzarella pearls | balsamic reduction
Chopped iceberg || smoked bacon | gorgonzola | artichoke | roasted red peppers | balsamic
House salad || mixed greens | tomatoes | pecans | grilled baguette | asparagus | bleu cheese
Classic caesar salad || romaine | tomatoes | parmesan | croutons | creamy caesar dressing
Wedge salad || bacon | tomatoes | blue cheese crumbles | pickled onions | buttermilk dressing
Smoked double bone pork chop || tart cherry-red wine compote | yukon potato puree | sautéed broccolini
Pork porterhouse || apple-ginger chutney | sweet potato puree | balsamic glazed broccolini
Stuffed chicken breast || herb marinade | prosciutto | buffalo mozzarella | red pepper coulis | pesto roasted baby potatoes | butternut squash
Half roasted chicken || chimichurri | roasted fingerling potatoes | sautéed green beans
Grilled flank steak || red wine demi | roasted garlic mashed potatoes | julienne vegetables
Seared cod || lemon herb butter | spinach orzo | asparagus
Crusted new york steak| gorgonzola cheese crust | garlic mashed potatoes | ratatouille
Chocolate mousse cake || dark rum | chocolate ganache
Cherry upside down bread pudding || chocolate chips | cinnamon
Skillet chocolate chip cookie || vanilla ice cream | salted caramel sauce
Espresso shot crème brûlée || whipped cream | berries
Chocolate temptation cake || chocolate cream | hazelnut cream
Capellini e capesante - anchor seared sea scallops atop a nest of capellini tossed in brown butter, finished with a velvety lyonnaise beurre blanc
Risotto al pomodoro bruciato - creamy risotto infused with blistered tomatoes, earthy oyster mushrooms, and pecorino romano
Caprese del bastione - a refined take on the classic caprese salad, featuring goat cheese, sun-ripened heirloom tomatoes, and a fragrant basil vinaigrette
Siciliana lobster bisque - lobster bisque infused with sicilian flavors, enhanced by truffle oil and served with crispy grilled sourdough
Filet di manzo con purè di yukon - prime new york strip atop velvety yukon and goat cheese purée, drizzled with rich bordelaise sauce, and smoky charred kale
Chicken cacciatore, root vegetable purée, red pepper gravy, romano
Vongole al vino bianco - sweet clams in a delicate white wine and garlic sauce, paired with tender orzo and vibrant heirloom greens
Tiramisu panna cotta - a decadent twist on tiramisu, featuring velvety panna cotta, smooth vanilla mascarpone, and a rich salted dark chocolate ganache
Cannoli siciliani - crisp sicilian cannoli filled with blood orange-infused mascarpone, served with rich chocolate sauce and crushed pistachios
Torta caprese con nocciole candite - a decadent chocolate cake, paired with a rich dark chocolate ganache, amaretto cherry coulis and finished with crispy candied hazelnuts
Chile con queso || four cheese blend | roasted green chilis | chili spiced beef | tortilla chips
Polenta & grilled shrimp || green chili infused polenta | chive oil | grilled cilantro shrimp
Ahi tuna crudo || blackened rare tuna | fresno peppers | radish | honey-citrus vinaigrette
Chicken tortilla soup | masa broth | grilled chicken | avocado | pico de gallo | jack cheese
White chili | white beans | jalapeños | tortilla crisps
Crispy pork belly | orange brined | chipotle grits | hibiscus glaze
Queso fundido | oaxaca cheese | local chorizo | pico de gallo | flour tortilla
Jalapeño caesar || romaine hearts | toasted pumpkin seeds | cotija cheese | jalapeño caesar
Wilted kale || granny smith apples | candied pecans | chèvre | cranberries | citrus vinaigrette
Arugula & prickly pear || red onions | bleu cheese | almonds | beets | raspberry vinaigrette
Sonoran wedge || bacon | roasted corn | pickled onion | charred tomatoes | peppercorn dressing
Az citrus salad | mixed greens | dried cranberries | mandarin oranges | goat cheese | green onions | jalapeño-orange vinaigrette
Cilantro chicken || pico de gallo | jack cheese | chorizo & potatoes | local black kale
Adobo roasted chicken || pineapple-red pepper relish | chipotle mash | roasted butternut squash
Mesquite dusted filet || queso fundido | potato galette | roasted carrots
Pecan crusted trout || local pecans | brown butter | chives | rice pilaf | roasted cauliflower
Seafood pasta || roasted poblano cream | cherry tomatoes | pearl onions | shrimp | salmon | cod
Seared black cod || corn cream | az honey | bacon | fingerling potatoes | asparagus
Stuffed pork loin || chorizo stuffing | apricot-chili glaze | sweet potato mash | julienne squash
Braised beef short rib | chipotle & roasted corn demi | green chili & cheddar grits | sautéed broccolini
Grilled new york | jalapeño chimichurri | jack & pico de gallo mashed potatoes | roasted asparagus
Cowboy ribeye | smoke coffee rub | chipotle bbq steak sauce | roasted fingerling potatoes | braised mushrooms & cherry tomatoes
Bread pudding || raisins | pecans | khalua liqueur
Tres leches cake || peach filling | whipped cream
Chocolate tamales || sweet corn masa | molten chocolate
Dulce de leche turtle cheesecake || whipped cream | berries
Dulce de leche flan || fresh berries
Fresh fruit "enchiladas" || sautéed fruit | ancho chocolate sauce
Churros & chocolate sauce || fresh berries
Tuna crudo
Grilled shrimp with cilantro habanero sauce
Bacon wrapped scallops
Crab cakes
Hongos y gambas al ajillo (spanish shrimp with mushrooms)
Mexican style fish and chips
Butter poached lobster pasta
Ribeye with rosemary and seasonal sautéed vegetables
Teriyaki salmon with white rice
Tiramisu
Creme brulee
Seasonal fruit cheesecake
Catch of the day crudo with citrus and basil
Seafood mix ceviche tropical with guacamole// fish, shrimp, scallops, mango, habanero, lime, guacamole
Tuna roll curricane stuffed with crab salad// ahi tuna thin slices, shredded crab, spicy alioli, avocado
Shrimp bisque with sourdough bread// creamy shrimp sup, bread, butter
Crab cake with cream fraiche// traditional southern crabcake with fresh table cream
Shrimp empanada// corn dough turnover stuffed with shrimp
Fancy fish and chips// truffle aioli, handmade fries,
Surf and turf with beef filet and giant shrimps// grilled beef, buttered shrimps, garlic, guajillo pepper
Seafood lasagna// seafood mix, vegetables, mozzarela cheese, tomato sauce
Apple tart
Chocolate cake
Create your menu
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Frequently asked questions
Check below the frequently asked questions about our private Chefs in Scottsdale, Arizona
What does a private Chef service include in Scottsdale?
The personal Chef services in Scottsdale include designing a menu, acquiring ingredients, arranging pre-service setup, cooking on-site, providing table service, and conducting post-event kitchen and space cleaning. Tableware and glassware are not included, and gratuity is left to the guests' discretion.
How much does a personal Chef cost in Scottsdale?
The cost of a private Chef in Scottsdale varies from 99 USD to 145 USD per person, depending on the group size. Groups of 13 or more have an average rate of 99 USD per person. For 7 to 12 people, the average is 107 USD USD per person, and for 3 to 6 people, it's 116 USD per person. On average, for 2 guests, the rate for a Private Chef in Scottsdale is 145 USD per person. It's essential to note that pricing may vary seasonally and is influenced by the destination. Last-minute bookings for a personal chef in Scottsdale, AZ, may also incur price fluctuations.
How can I hire a private Chef in Scottsdale?
To rent a Chef in Scottsdale, select a date, specify guests, and share food preferences and kitchen details. Within hours, you'll get four customized menus and will be able to view chef profiles, reviews, and dish images.
Talk directly with Chefs, make menu changes, and finalize your reservation on the website. Upon confirmation, receive the chef's contact for additional details. Finally, enjoy your personal chef in Scottsdale, Arizona.
How can I find a private Chef in Scottsdale?
If you're looking for a private Chef in Scottsdale, Arizona, we have 296 professionals available. To discover the best Chef, simply fill out the form. The top 4 local Chefs available on your chosen date will send their menu proposals. Before you hire a personal Chef in Scottsdale, you can thoroughly review their professional profiles and select the chef/proposal that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private Chef experience in Scottsdale?
No, there is no set maximum for a private Chef experience in Scottsdale, but it's typically designed for intimate gatherings with friends or family in homes with limited space. While there's no strict limit, groups generally don't exceed 15 people.
Does the private Chef cook at my house?
As part of the personal Chef service and experience, yes, the Chef of your selection will prepare the menu at your home with freshly bought ingredients and their main cooking tools. If any part of it requires complex work or specific tools, your private Chef in Scottsdale may prepare a couple of things ahead of time.
Can I cook along with the personal Chef?
You totally should! At every table, there is always someone who loves food and wants to share some time with the Chef, learn some craft tricks, and even hear the step-by-step for each dish on the menu. It's your house; take the chance to feel like a Chef for a night!
Are the ingredients for a private Chef service fresh?
Fresh ingredients are one of the priorities of professional cooking. Every one of our private Chefs in Scottsdale is dedicated to the same service standards as a restaurant but with the advantage of personalized treatment for you and your guests. After customizing your menu, the Chef purchases what they need to make it come to life on the date you schedule.
Are drinks included in a private Chef service?
Drinks are not included with your booking by default. But you can always discuss with your personal Chef ways to accommodate drinks as an "extra" on the menu proposals for the night.
How much should I tip a private Chef in Scottsdale?
You are entirely free to decide on the tip you consider appropriate for your personal Chef and their service. But if you would like to know, based on the tips of nearly 46,702 guests in Scottsdale City, tips are 14.72% of the total bill, on average.
Key information about private Chefs in Scottsdale
Learn more about our personal Chefs in Scottsdale
With an average age of 39, our Scottsdale personal Chefs offer culinary expertise.
44% of our available personal Chefs are women
Just 5 hours from sending your request to get your first proposal
Our first private Chef service in Scottsdale was in 2017-03-17.
23.1% of our private Chef services in Scottsdale include kids.
A single client has booked the same private Chef in Scottsdale 12 times.
26% increase in the number of private Chef bookings in Scottsdale in the last year
Our personal Chefs can communicate with you in up to 4 languages
More than 59.3% of guests hire a private Chef in Scottsdale more than once
Average multiple services hire a Chef in Scottsdale for 6 days
We uploaded over 3,795 pictures of our Scottsdale personal Chef experience.
On average, it takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal Chef.
How many private Chef services are booked in Scottsdale each month?
Personal Chef reservations vary depending on the location and season. In popular tourist destinations like Scottsdale, the demand for private Chefs may differ monthly.
Any month is a great time to enjoy a private Chef in the comfort of your home. However, last-minute reservations may come at a higher price. Step ahead and book a Chef at home now for your next important date.
How much does it cost to hire a private Chef in Scottsdale?
Depending on the number of guests, booking prices range from 99 USD to 145 USD per person.
For 13 people or more: 99 USD
For 7 to 12 people: 107 USD
For 3 to 6 people: 116 USD
For 2 people: 145 USD
Private Chef price and rates in Scottsdale, Arizona, can vary greatly depending on the season and month. Check out this chart to see the average pricing differences.
How many private Chefs sign up in Scottsdale each month?
We've been in the private Chef scene in Scottsdale for years, and our team of professional Chefs continues to grow every month.
We add up to 2 new personal Chefs each month as ambassadors. Our team reviews their profiles daily to ensure you can always find new Chefs to meet.
What is the most frequent type of food booked in Scottsdale?
Our main six types of cuisine in Scottsdale are:
Mediterranean
Italian
French
Japanese
Mexican
Latin American
However, the most requested in Scottsdale are the exciting Surprise cuisine menus! Let our Scottsdale Chefs design a menu just for you!
Our private Chefs create personalized menus for each request, taking into account dietary restrictions and proposing fusion options. Submit your request to explore thrilling culinary possibilities crafted by our personal Chefs.

Try a unique experience with a Scottsdale private chef
Enjoy a private Chef Service in the comfort of your home. If you're considering a private Chef in Scottsdale for a bachelor party, a dinner party, or any other event, we can ensure the perfect Scottsdale Chef in a few clicks.
Take a Chef allows you to transform your home into one of the best restaurants in town so you can focus on connecting with your guests.

Our private Chefs in Scottsdale will blow you away
Our private Chefs in Scottsdale are ready to impress you. Not sure what you want? Ask for sample menus to discover the possibilities! Our chefs are always attentive to any food allergies or dietary needs.
This is your chance to upgrade your private dinner experience with a personalized multi-course meal prepared to your liking.

A Chef in Scottsdale, AZ, is a great idea
Hire a private Chef in Scottsdale for a unique experience. You own the menu planning and can specify dietary needs while our Chefs do the rest. Embark on this experience thousands of guests highly recommend!
Scottsdale, AZ, has a private Chef to suit every taste. What's yours?






Meet our personal Chefs in Scottsdale, AZ
Each private Chef in Scottsdale, AZ, brings their own style to the kitchen. Share the specifics of your event, and chat with the best private Chefs in Scottsdale. Personalize every aspect of your dining experience and ensure everyone enjoys a taste of the good life in The West’s Most Western Town.









