Private chef service
Private Chef for Dinner Parties
A chef who shops, cooks, and cleans up — so you can sit down with your guests instead of hovering over the stove.
What's included
- A custom menu built around your guests and budget
- Grocery shopping before the night
- Cooking, plating, and table pacing
- Full kitchen cleanup before they leave
Sample menus

Italian family style
Sharing plates, pasta, and a table that feels like Sunday.

Modern American tasting
Seasonal courses with a polished, at-home rhythm.

BBQ & grill experience
Fire, smoke, and a relaxed evening in your backyard.
How pricing works
You’ll see exact quotes from chefs before you book. These ranges are a starting point — not a hidden fee schedule.
Casual
$95–$145 pp
A focused menu from great chefs — perfect for a relaxed night in.
Elevated
$145–$195 pp
The full experience most guests book — courses, pacing, and care.
Premium
$195–$275+ pp
Top chefs, extra courses, and a night that feels unforgettable.
Cities with chefs for this service
- Dinner party chef in New York, NY
- Dinner party chef in Los Angeles, CA
- Dinner party chef in Miami, FL
- Dinner party chef in Austin, TX
- Dinner party chef in Chicago, IL
- Dinner party chef in Denver, CO
- Dinner party chef in San Francisco, CA
- Dinner party chef in Seattle, WA
- Dinner party chef in Boston, MA
- Dinner party chef in Atlanta, GA
FAQs
- How many guests can a dinner-party chef cook for?
- Most HieChef dinners are built for 2–24 guests. Share your headcount in the brief and chefs will tell you what they can comfortably cook in your kitchen.
- Do I need a special kitchen?
- A working stove, oven, and a little counter space are enough. Chefs bring specialty tools and will flag anything missing in chat before the event.
- When should I book a dinner-party chef?
- A week or two is comfortable. Popular Saturday nights fill faster — start a request and chefs will tell you if they can make your date.