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Personal Chefs in Seattle, WA

88 personal chefs serve Seattle and nearby areas including Lynnwood, Renton, Bothell, Issaquah, Shoreline and Bainbridge Island. Searching is free, and you contact chefs directly.

Hiring a personal chef in Seattle

Seattle-area chefs work on both sides of Lake Washington. The list includes Seattle, Shoreline and Lynnwood to the north, the Eastside towns of Bothell, Woodinville and Issaquah, Renton and Tacoma to the south, and Bainbridge Island.

Ask about bridges and ferries. A chef who lives on the Eastside may not want a weekly job in West Seattle, and a Bainbridge Island job means a ferry each way. Chefs who already have a client near you are usually the easiest to schedule.

88 personal chefs in the Seattle area

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These businesses are not listed as personal chefs, but some offer in-home cooking.

Questions about hiring a personal chef in Seattle

How do I hire a personal chef in Seattle?

Pick two or three chefs from the list, contact each one directly, and ask about their menu style, schedule and pricing. Most chefs start with a short call or a client questionnaire before quoting.

What does a personal chef do?

A personal chef plans menus around your tastes and diet, shops, cooks in your kitchen, packages the meals with reheating instructions, and cleans up. Many also cook dinner parties and special occasions.

What is the difference between a personal chef and a private chef?

A personal chef serves several clients, usually cooking for each household once a week or every two weeks. A private chef works for one household, often full time.

How much does a personal chef cost in Seattle?

Each chef sets their own price. A reasonable estimate in the United States is $250 to $500 for the chef's service fee per cook day, with groceries charged separately, and more in expensive metro areas. Ask for a written quote that shows both.

Does Personal Chef Finder charge me or take a cut?

No. Searching is free, and you hire and pay the chef directly.

Are the chefs on this page vetted?

Listings come from public business information unless they are marked Claimed or Verified. Interview any chef and check references before you hire.

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