Private Chef in Southchase
Rent one of our 268 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Southchase
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Southchase in March 2017, more than 268 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Southchase and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Orange County.
Starting in 2017, 44,463 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Southchase. To book your chef in Southchase, 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, 44,463 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Southchase usually book menus around 173 USD per person, including 3.34 courses, sharing an average of 4.32 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 Southchase.












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!
268 Private Chefs in Southchase
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More than 44,400 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.53 Chef
The guests in Southchase 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 Southchase 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 Southchase has been scored with a 4.84 on average.
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19,609 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Southchase
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Queso// melted cheese, mexican chorizo, pico de gallo, served with chips (mexico)
Empanadas// flour dough filled with your choice of (cheese, chicken) served with chive jalapeno aioli (latin)
Ceviche// citrus cured white fish, red onions, peppers, crispy plantains
Coxinha (brazllian croquets)// deep fry creamy bechamel (mushrooms or chicken) dough/ served with chives jalapeno aioli. (brasil)
Jalapeno poppers/ deep fry cheese and chorizo mixture, with lime and cilantro sauce (mexico)
Fresh guac// hass, tomato, onions, garlic, cilantro, lime juice and jalapeno. served with chips (mexico)
Quesadillas/ your choices (chicken or just cheese) is fits everyone
Street corn salad// spinach and kale, chilled roasted corn, cotija cheese and chipotle dressing
Tortilla soup// chicken or vegetables broth (mexico)
Potato chicken salad// shredded chicken golden yukon potato salad, carrots/ peas, green apples, mustard chive aioli. venezuelan
Roased butternut squash cream (crema de auyama)// olive oil fry bread and cream fresh. (venezuelan)
Pizca andina//traditional soup from los andes, venezuela. chicken broth, chicken, corn, potatoes, milk, green onion, vegetables
Barbacoa// low and slow braised beef in guajillo pepper and mexican spices sauce. (mexico)
Chuletas al pastor// roasted pork chops, pineapple and guajillo chiles sauce (mexico)
Paella// shrimp, chicken, chorizo cook with rice in seafood-saffron broth/ roasted red peppers and sweet peas
Chiles rellenos // stuffed poblano peppers with oaxaca cheese, battered with modelo beer, and deep fried. topped with charred tomato salsa and crema (mexican/vegetarian)
Chaufa// peruvian style fried rice, choose 4 ingredients (chicken, pork, beef, shrimp, squid, mussels, scallops, wild mushrooms, hardy vegetables)/ eggs, carrots, vegetables (peru) (vegetarian choice)
Venezuelan lasagna/ sheets of fresh pasta/ ground beef, pork or turkey/ tomato sauce/ mozzarella cheese/ asiago cheese/ romano cheese/ bechamel sauce (venezuela) (ask veg choice)
Picahna// fire roasted brazilian steak, served with guacamole sauce (brasil) best steak ever!!
Carnitas verdes// roasted pork butt with tomatillo salsa
Sides (choose 2)// yellow rice/ wild rice/ quinoa/ black beans/ roasted zucchini/ asparagus/ broccoli/ baby potatoes in butter and herbs/ fry yucca sticks/ root mash/ honey glazed carrot/ arepitas con nata (corn meail cake with venezuelan sour cream)
Churros// served with mexican chocolate sauce
Bienmesabe (4 milks cake)// yellow sponge cake soaked in a milk and coconut mixture, topped with merengue boulee (venezuela)
Flan// classic sweet and cremy latin custard. (latin)
Platanitos dona flor// granma recipe of roasted sweet plantain braised with coca-cola and sweet spices sauce. (chef recipe)
Bread pudding// dulce de leche brioche bread pudding drizzle with rum cream anglaise (latin)
Pina colada tembleque// tropical coconut and pineapple creamy custard with rum syrup. and vanilla whipped cream (caribbean)
Esquite callejero // grilled corn, epazote, mayo, cotija cheese and tajin
Sopa de tortilla // chicken base tortilla soup, guajillo chiles, onions, cilantro and crema
Tacos de cochinita pibil // yucatan style pulled pork, achiote, orange, pickled onions and xnipec habanero sauce
Tacos de carnitas // michoacan style pulled pork carnitas, roasted green tomatillo salsa, pickled onions and cilantro
Tacos de pollo pibil // yucatan style chicken, achiote, orange, mandarin, pickled onions, mild xnipec, cilantro
Barbacoa de borrego // barbacoa lamb meat in guajillo chile adobo, soft corn tortillas, onions, lime and cilantro
Carnitas // michoacan style slow cook pulled pork carnitas, yellow rice and refried black beans
Chamorro hidalguense // slow cook roasted whole pork shank, handmade corn tortillas, onions, lime, cilantro and chile de arbol
Arroz a la tumbada // seafood rice from the coast of veracruz with shrimps, squid, mussels, octopus and calamari's in red guajillo salsa
Mole oaxaqueño // chicken thigh in red oaxacan style mole sauce with cacao, chiles, spices, sesame seeds and mexican crema, yellow rice and ripe plantain
Alambre de res // diced carne asada, fajita peppers, oaxaca cheese, corn tortillas
Bread pudding // artisanal bread, condensed milk, raisin, caramel, vanilla ice cream
Flan // spanish vanilla & caramel custard, wild berries
Caprese salad // heirloom tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil, pesto, evoo, balsamic reduction
Venezia, italy- pinot grigio with crisp apple and pear flavors are highlighted by a light creaminess in this dry yet flavorful wine
Raviolis // ricotta, spinach, pesto, pomodoro, grana padano, fresh basil, evoo
Steak marsala // center cut beef tenderloin, marsala wine sauce, portobello, roasted potatoes, steamed veggies
Piccata // pan seared chicken breast, lemon zest sauce, spinach, artichokes, capers, fresh pasta, broccolini souffle
All vegan risotto // wild mushroom's, grilled portobello, baby arugula, roasted cherry tomato's, squash reduction, black truffles
Capesante // pan seared sea scallops, evoo, black garlic, lemon, fresh parsley, parmesan risotto
Cannoli // ricotta & mascarpone, chocolate chips & pistachio, fresh vanilla, cinnamon oil
Limoncello // italian lemon liqueur from the amalfi coast and infused for eight months in pure spirit
Croquetas// creamy bechamel dough, breaded and deep fried. choice of serrano ham, or spaniard chorizo served with jalapeno aioli
Piquillos rellenos// stuffed spaniard red peppers your choice of (cod/shrimp/chorizo/ mushrooms) with creamy piquillo sauce
Chicken gallete// deep fry battered chicken thighs with shallots and mushroom mornay cheese sauce
Pinchos morunos// choose 1 ( beef, pork, chorizo, or chicken) skewer with mojo isleno verde
Octopus salpicon// tender, flavorful chopped octopus, mixed with onion, pepper, fresh herbs, cilantro jalapeno tangy dressing, served on fried green plantains cups
Camarones al ajillo// garlic shrimp, spicy paprika oil, fresh herbs, bread
Mediterranean salad// mix greens, cheery tomatoes, red onions, cucumber, kalamata olives, pepperoni, feta cheese, tzatziki dressing
Country salad// arugula, grilled and asparagus, goat cheese, walnuts, beets, lemon dijon mustard vinaigrette
Garbanzo salpicon salad// chickpeas, medley peppers, red onions, garlic, parsley, olive oil and sherry vinaigrette
Caldo gallego, garlic beef or chicken broth with fried bread, flavorful, comforting
Gazpacho// andalusian chilled tomato, cucumber soup. perfect for summer season. summer season
Paella// chicken, prawns, mussel, squid, cook with rice in seafood-saffron broth/ roasted red peppers and sweet peas
Il polpo/ grilled or stewed octopus, mediterranean flavors
Fideua paella// israeli cous cous-saffron based dish from spain with chicken, prawn, squid, mussels fire roasted red pepper
Greek seafood saganaki// prawns, octopus, scallops and mussels cooked in tomato, spinach, red pepper flakes, topped with feta cheese
Catch of the day corbullon/ pan roasted grouper or mahi fillet, with saffron, tomato and peppers sauce
Surf and turf// pan roasted fillet mignon, grilled galician octopus, piquillo creamy sauce
Sirloin/ grilled to perfection, garlic piquillo sauce
Sides (choose 2)//garlic mashed potato/ grilled polenta, arroz caldozo (spaniard risotto), israeli pearled couscous/broccolini, asparagus, / green beans/ brussel sprouts
Baghrir/ moroccan yeast pancake dressed with fruit compote and butter honey syrup
Baklava cheese cake// walnuts , and pasticcio crispy phyllo shell, with creamy citrus essent, and cheese creamy filling
Cherries poached in chianti wine with mascarpone cream
Crema catalana// creamy custard with hints of orange peel and cinnamon, with caramelized cristal sugar on top
Chocolate fondant// dark, rich and warm chocolate lava cake
Stuffed mushrooms/ goat cheese, caramelized onions, fried leeks, and herbs parmesan bread crumbs
Charcuterie board// assortment of cold meat cuts/ bread/ crakers/ marinated olives and pickles
Escargot, sautee snails in garlic, butter cream reduction. served woth grilled bread and/crackers
Braised chicken liver in brandy and shallots, served with grillled bread and/or crackers
Chicken galette lollipops, chicken pieces wrapped in puff pastry qoth with shallots and mushroom dipping sauce
Assorted canapes, crackers and veggy chips topped with assorted toppings
Country salad// arugula, grilled and asparagus, goat cheese, walnuts, beets, lemon dijon mustard vinaigrette
Wild mushroom soup/ truffle saute medley mushrooms, sourdough cracker, creme fresh
French country salad// arugula, grilled and asparagus, goat cheese, walnuts, beets, lemon dijon mustard vinaigrette
French onion soup// caramelized onion beef broth soup topped woth gratined gruyere and baguette
Mediterranean salad// mix greens, cheery tomatoes, red onions, cucumber, kalamata olives, pepperoni, feta cheese, tzatziki dressing
Chateau briand// pan roasted sirloin with butter and herbs. wild mushroom demi-glaze
Coq au vin, braised chicken thighs in burgundy red wine, vegetables and aromatics. served with mashed potatoes and french 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
Fillet mignon with burgundy bordelaise or béarnaise sauce
Sides (choose 2)// truffle mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, israeli pearled couscus/braised carrots, asparagus, brussel sprouts/ french green beans
Beef wellington
Baklava cheese cake// walnuts , and pasticcio crispy phyllo shell, with creamy citrus essent, and cheese creamy filling
Chocolate fondant// dark, rich and warm chocolate lava cake
Clafoutis, pancake batter souffle with blueberries or pears. drizzle with berry compote
Apple pie with ice cream
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
Miso soup // miso, silken tofu, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, green onions
Asian salad // lettuce, cabbage, carrots, tree nuts, edamame and sesame dressing
Pork ribs // sous vide, slow braised, tangy teriyaki, sesame seeds, scallions
Dumplings // pan fried, minced veggies, shiitake, ponzu soy sauce
Chicken satay // thai chicken skewers, coconut, peanut sauce and red curry paste
Tuna tartare // florida east coast yellowfin tuna, mandarin, sesame, avocado and micro greens
Peking duck // apples, scallions, garlic, star anise, cassia cinnamon, aujus
Unagi don // grilled eel fillets, mirin, scallion, sesame, edamame, kukuho rice
Kung pao // sauteed shrimps, mild sichuan chili, peanuts, green onion, with stir fried rice and seasonal veggies
Glazed salmon // grilled salmon, garlic, ginger and miso glaze with stir fried rice and seasonal veggies
Tikka masala // zucchini, eggplant, chickpeas, roasted tomatoes, garam masala curry, basmati rice and garlic naan
Red curry // thai chicken and coconut curry, garlic, ginger bell peppers and onions, with jasmin rice
Mongolian beef // sweet soy glaze, sesame, garlic, green onion with stir fried rice
Hibachi steak // black angus tenderloin, soy glaze, sesame with oyster mushroom's and stir fried rice
Souffle // warm chocolate, sweet matcha mochi ice cream, fresh mint
Lobster bisque // florida's east coast spiny lobster, mirepoix, fume, cognac vsop
Coquilles saint-jacques // sautéed scallops, gruyere cheese béchamel, panko
Surf & turf // sous vide, prime black angus tenderloin, pan seared scallops in wine garlic butter, parmesan risotto, sautéed spinach
Cheesecake // lemon zest, fresh mint, wild berries, blackberry reduction
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 Southchase.
What does a private chef service include in Southchase?
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 Southchase?
The price of renting a chef in Southchase 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 Southchase?
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 268 chefs available in Southchase. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Southchase 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 Southchase?
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 Southchase each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Southchase, 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 Southchase.
Cost of a private chef in Southchase
The cost of hiring a private chef in Southchase 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.
Private chefs registrations
After many years of offering our services, we are lucky to have a fantastic team of chefs that keeps growing in Southchase!
2 personal chefs register with us every month. Our verification team reviews these new chef profiles daily to categorize them, allowing you to discover incredible new chefs every month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Southchase?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Southchase: 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 Southchase!






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









