Your weekly meals cooked in your home by local chefs.
Personalized meal-prep starting at $5/portion
Busy and short on time? Hire a personal chef with ease through our seamless app.
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Experience the delight of having a personal chef prepare your weekly meals at home.
Enjoy quality, home-cooked meals and meal prep without the hassle of shopping, preparation, or cleanup. With heychef, you choose the chef, select your dishes, and relish the convinience of personalized meals right in your kitchen.
For Diners
Too tired Too busy Hate No time No idea what No energy Not in the mood Too overwhelmed Too stressed No motivation Too exhausted Always too late to cook?
Find your chef today!
For Chefs
Love cooking? Get paid for it!
How It Works
Chef registers and creates their menus and schedules.
Diners browse, choose a chef and schedule a time for the chef to come over.
Chef confirms the appointment.
Chef comes to the diner‘s home and prepares the meals which the diner enjoys throughout the week.
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For Diners
Too tired Too busy Hate No time No idea what No energy Not in the mood Too overwhelmed Too stressed No motivation Too exhausted Always too late to cook?
Find your chef today!
Diners browse, choose a chef and schedule a time for the chef to come over
Diners
Struggling with finding a way to have fresh meals every day and you’re longing for a chef to come over to your place for a few hours to cook you a few days worth of meals?
For Chefs
Love cooking? Get paid for it
Chef registers and creates their menus and schedules
Chef
Love cooking and looking for a way to pursue your passion for a living, flexibly and at your own rate?
Frequently Ask Questions
How does the app work?
Our app connects you with local personal chefs. You can browse chef profiles, select your preferred cuisine and dietary requirements, choose a date and time, and book a chef to come cook in your home.
What types of cuisines/diets do the chefs offer?
We have chefs specializing in various cuisines, including Italian, Chinese, Indian, Mexican, and more. Many chefs also cater to specific diets like vegetarian, vegan, keto, paleo, athletic, kosher, and gluten-free.
Is there a minimum booking requirement?
No! You can have a chef come over for 3 hours once a week to do meal-prep for the week for you, and you can have a chef come over once a year for two hours to cook for you meals for 2 stressful days of work, anything goes!
How are the chefs vetted and selected?
All chefs undergo a rigorous screening process, including background checks and all legally required food safety certifications. We also verify their work experience and education, where applicable.
What’s the typical cost range?
Chefs decide their own hourly rates; generally, chefs’ prices range from $30-$100 per hour.
How far in advance do I need to book a chef?
It’s up to the chefs! We recommend booking at least 48 hours in advance, but some chefs may be available for last-minute bookings.
Can I provide my own ingredients
Yes! When you book a chef, you are paying for their services–not for the ingredients. With one click, you can easily have the ingredients for the recipes delivered from your favorite grocery store in the perfect quantity; or, you can request the chef bring the ingredients with them.
What areas/cities do you currently serve?
We currently operate only in New York City. We’re constantly expanding, so check back often for updates.
How do I become a chef on the platform?
Professional chefs can apply through our website. You’ll need to provide proof of culinary education or experience, food safety certifications, and undergo our vetting process.
Can I request specific dietary restrictions or allergies?
Absolutely. When making a booking, you can add or remove items from dishes; then, once you’ve placed a booking, you’ll be able to chat with the chef to ask any further questions.
Can I leave reviews for chefs?
Yes, we encourage you to leave reviews after each meal. This helps maintain quality and assists other users in making informed choices.
Do chefs bring their own cooking equipment?
Chefs will use your kitchen’s basic equipment and appliances. However, they may ask you if it’s okay with you that they bring along their favorite knife, for example.
Do chefs clean up after cooking?
Yes, chefs clean the cooking area and leave your kitchen as they found it. However, they’re not responsible for dishes used during the meal itself.