Your Talent.
Your Terms.
Your Business.
Join a growing community of private chefs earning on their own schedule. Set your prices, choose your clients, and let us handle the rest.
Why chefs love us
Everything You Need to Succeed
We built the platform chefs actually want. Focus on cooking — we handle the business.
Set Your Own Rates
You choose your pricing. Charge per person, per event, or per experience — you're in control of your earning potential.
Flexible Schedule
Accept bookings when it works for you. Block off dates, set weekly availability, and never worry about double-booking.
Secure Payments
Get paid reliably through Stripe. Funds are deposited directly to your bank account after each completed experience.
Grow Your Brand
Build your reputation with verified reviews, a professional profile, and a dedicated page that showcases your culinary artistry.
Reach New Clients
Get discovered by thousands of food lovers actively searching for private chefs in your area. No more relying on word of mouth alone.
Virtual or In-Person
Offer cooking classes, private dinners, meal prep, or virtual experiences. Expand your reach beyond your local market.
Getting started
Four Steps to Your First Booking
From sign-up to your first payout in as little as one week.
Create Your Profile
Sign up, tell us about your culinary background, upload your best photos, and set your specialties and cuisine types.
List Your Experiences
Create offerings like private dinners, cooking classes, or meal prep services. Set your prices, capacity, and availability.
Accept Bookings
Guests discover and book you directly. Review requests, confirm bookings, and communicate with your clients through the platform.
Cook & Get Paid
Deliver an unforgettable experience. Payment is processed automatically and deposited to your account — hassle-free.
Earning potential
See What You Could Earn
You keep 85% of every booking. Here are real examples from chefs on the platform.
Based on 15% platform commission. Chefs doing 8-12 bookings/month typically earn $4,000 - $8,500.
Your command center
A Dashboard Built for Chefs
Manage bookings, track earnings, communicate with guests, and grow your business — all in one place.
Earnings Dashboard
Track your revenue, payouts, and booking trends in real time.
Booking Calendar
Manage your schedule with an intuitive calendar view.
Guest Messaging
Chat directly with guests about dietary needs and preferences.
Review Management
Respond to reviews and build your public reputation.
Stripe Payouts
Automatic payouts to your bank after each completed booking.
Experience Builder
Create and manage multiple offerings with photos and details.
Chef stories
Hear From Chefs Like You
“I left my restaurant job six months ago to go full-time on Get Your Chefs. I'm earning more, choosing my own hours, and cooking food I'm actually passionate about.”
“The platform handles all the business stuff — payments, scheduling, client communication. I just focus on what I love: creating incredible food experiences.”
“I started offering virtual cooking classes during the pandemic and never stopped. I now have regular clients from three different countries.”
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to join?
Nothing. Signing up and creating your profile is completely free. We only take a 15% commission when you complete a booking.
Do I need professional certifications?
We welcome chefs of all backgrounds — formally trained, self-taught, home cooks with a following. What matters is the quality of your food and your passion for sharing it.
How do I get paid?
Payments are processed through Stripe Connect. After a guest completes their experience, your earnings are automatically deposited to your bank account within 2-3 business days.
Can I set my own availability?
Absolutely. You set your weekly schedule, block off specific dates, and can pause your profile anytime. You only accept the bookings you want.
What about food costs and ingredients?
You set your prices to cover everything — ingredients, travel, and your time. Many chefs include ingredient costs in their per-person rate. It's entirely up to you.
How do guests find me?
Guests browse by cuisine, location, price range, and ratings. We also feature top-performing chefs on the homepage and in search results. The better your reviews, the more visible you become.
Ready to Start
Your Journey?
Join hundreds of chefs who have turned their passion into a thriving independent business. It takes less than 10 minutes to set up your profile.