Private Chef in Denver
Hire one of our 346 personal Chefs to customize and prepare a menu just for you in the comfort of your home.





















Hire a personal chef in Denver
Treat you and your guests to a unique dining experience with one of our private Chefs. Bring world-class cooking to your table and lift any breakfast, lunch, or dinner party to the next level.
Since 2017, over 1,452 people have enjoyed a personal Chef in Denver, CO, with Take a Chef. Customize your menu to fit your taste and budget, join in on the cooking, or spend quality time with your guests.
Get menu proposals from our private Chefs, review their profiles, and chat directly with them until you find the right one for you. Welcome one of our 346 personal Chefs in Denver, Colorado.












How it works
Send your request
Tell us everything about your event, desired menu, date, and budget. No commitment!
Craft your menu
Our chefs will create customized menus just for your celebration. Pick and customize the perfect one.
Chat with Chefs
Talk to our private Chefs until you find your perfect match.
Book your Chef
Satisfied with your menu? Then, complete your request with your payment.
Enjoy!
Open your home to your private Chef and live the experience surrounded by your loved ones.
Find your Chef
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1,400 guests have enjoyed a Take a Chef experience
4.62 Chef
Guests have graded their private Chef experience in Denver with a 4.62.
5 Food quality
Menus crafted by our personal Chefs in Denver, Colorado, have scored 5.
4.92 Presentation
Platting and serving by our personal Chefs have earned a solid 4.92.
5 Cleanup
Your Chef experience is not done with your food. Post-service clean-up has scored a 5.
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739 menus personalized by our personal chefs in Denver
Book a Chef in Denver and find a new way to celebrate.








Creamy burrata di bufala - marinated cherry tomatoes, basil oil, aged balsamic, grilled sourdough
White wine–steamed mussels
Homemade caprese pizza
Tonnarelli cacio e pepe
Grilled hanger steak tagliata
Oven-roasted potatoes
Sauteed broccolini
Homemade lemon sorbet w/ fresh local berries
Antipasti skewers with stuffed cherry peppers, olives, mozzarella, prosciutto, spinach and sun dried tomatoes
Crispy polenta rounds with sautéed greens and assorted mushrooms
Cannellini herb dip with garlic toasts
Crab stuffed mushrooms
Olive-fig-balsamic tapenade with sesame cheese straws
Pepperoni rolls in puff pastry
Rainbow panzanella salad with pink grapefruit, tangerine, pomegranate and citrus vinaigrette
Dill asparagus with romaine wedge, seared lemon vinaigrette and pumpkin seed brittle
Radicchio, endive, fennel and peach salad with honeyed pecans
Sicilian caponata & rigatoni pasta
Rosemary-butter prawns, farro-spinach cake, garlic charred baby broccoli, pumpkin seed pesto
Herb-marinaded steak on positano pasta with heirloom tomatoes and garlic broccolini
Roasted sea bass with caramelized fennel and roasted purple cauliflower on butternut squash purée
Dark chocolate mousse torte and amaretto cashew cream
Limoncello lemon tart with olive oil shortcrust
Espresso créme brulée
Zabaglione: italian custard with mixed berries
Charcuterie board -chefs selection of local cured meats and cheeses, cornichons, cherry jam, sea salt crackers
Chorizo stuffed dates - caramelized bacon, romesco sauce
Caviar tartlet - celery root, preserved shallot, horseradish cream
Wild mushroom toast - confit wild mushrooms, onions, arugula, whole grain toast, balsamic vinaigrette
Bloody mary shrimp cocktail - poached argentinian shrimp, cocktail sauce, lemon wedges, bloody mary spice
Smoked salmon toast - seeded wheat, creme fraiche, salmon roe, preserved lemons, dill
Chicken liver mousse - toasted brioche, cherry jam, brown buttered hazelnuts, cognac
Cantaloupe and prosciutto - mozzarella, basil, lemon tarragon vinaigrette
Heirloom tomato tartlet - crispy puff pastry, marinated tomatoes, shallots, parmesan
Gougere bites - pate a choux dough, smoked gruyère cheese sauce, paprika
Classic wedge salad - iceberg, cherry tomatoes, bleu cheese, crispy bacon, green goddess dressing
Classic caesar salad - baby romaine, garlic croutons, parmesan crisp, tangy caesar dressing
Herbed burrata salad - arugula, spinach, marinated tomatoes, dried cranberries, basil, balsamic glaze
Roasted beet salad - spinach, candied walnuts, herbed goat cheese, orange dill vinaigrette
Italian seared red snapper - kalamata olive tapenade, cherry tomatoes, capers, gorgonzola polenta
Chicken a la arrabbiata - braised chicken leg, smoked gouda polenta, morita chiles, fire roasted tomato, crispy onion
Chicken confit cassoulet - confit chicken legs, great northern beans, mirepoix, rosemary, thyme, crispy bacon
Fines herbes and garlic chicken breast - marinated farm raised chicken breast, havarti risotto, walnuts, seared brussels sprouts, lemon
Seared duck breast - boursin risotto, pistachios, roasted parsnips, black currant jus
Spiced duck confit - chicken liver patè, corn and scallion ragout, sweet potato puree, pancetta
Colorado filet mignon - parmesan potato pavé, roasted eggplant, herb butter, parmesan cream
Colorado grass fed striploin - herbed potato gnocchi, kale pesto, seasonal vegetables, beef jus
Fig stuffed duroc pork loin - butternut squash spaetzel, pickled apple, spinach, roasted walnut
Colorado lamb ravioli - handmade spinach pasta, basil and mint pesto, glazed carrots, pistachio, ricotta, parmesan
Caramel apple cobbler - oat streusel, salted caramel, vanilla ice cream
Tropical parfait - almond cake, banana bavarois, caramelized pineapple, lime segments, cinnamon tuile
Red, white and blue trifle - macerated strawberries and blueberries, vanilla bavarois, funfetti pound cake
Pumpkin spice latte cheesecake - espresso ganache, caramel apples, chai cookie crumble, espresso whipped cream
Chocolate strawberry cheesecake - chocolate cookie crust, candied cacao nibs, strawberry meringue, strawberry jam
Dark chocolate mousse tart - chocolate cookie crust, strawberry jam, candied orange rind, chocolate ice cream
Blueberry pie panna cotta - spiced blueberry compote, crispy puff pastry, lemon confit
Classic chocolate lava cake - raspberry jam, chocolate cookie crumb, creme chantilly, caramelized white chocolate
Local sourdough from kinship served with chimichurri oil, tomato confit and black garlic butter
Burrata with wine braised fennel, saffron + garlic
Charred cabbage salad with husk cherries, fenugreek and pickled shallots
Braised beets in coconut - galangal vinaigrette, fresh passionfruit + toasted coriander
Confit chicken legs with dijon butter + charred scallion chimichurri
Braised lamb shank with pears + cippollini onions
(side) charred delicata squash over whipped garlicky feta, pomegranate, fresh mint
(side) slow braised radishes in miso-maple glaze
Dark cacao pot de creme with olive oil and sea salt
Fig, lemon and olive oil cake with lemon curd
Caprese skewers – cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze
Spinach & artichoke dip – served warm with pita chips and fresh baguette slices
Seasonal veggie platter – carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes with ranch and hummus
Vegetarian option - grilled eggplant or stuffed mushrooms or stuffed peppers
Roasted garlic mashed potatoes – creamy, buttery, and comforting
Honey-glazed carrots & green beans – roasted with fresh herbs
Mixed green salad – lettuce, arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, balsamic vinaigrette
Grilled salmon – simple lemon and dill seasoning, grilled to perfection
Herb-roasted chicken breasts – juicy chicken with rosemary, thyme, garlic, and lemon
Seasonal fruit platter – fresh, light, and refreshing
Homemade brownie & cookie platter
Bacon wrapped dates, herbed goat cheese, chili scented balsamic reduction, bourbon shallot
Burrata caprese, pesto, heirloom tomato, micro greens, house dressing, parmesan crostini
Gorgonzola pesto crusted filet, butternut squash ravioli, smoked meyer lemon honey glaze, truffle cream, asparagus
Double chocolate molten cake, spiked berry almond vanilla bean creme fraiche, flaked smoked sea salt bourbon caramel
Mini okonomiyaki (japanese vegetable pancakes with toppings)
Adobo filipino chicken wings with creamy ginger dipping sauce
Lettuce cups with ground chicken, shiitake mushroom, ponzu & wasabi sauce
Crab rangoon dip with wonton chips
Thai green papaya salad with green apple, thai basil, mint and chopped roasted peanuts
Asian chopped vegetable salad with almonds and ginger-lime vinaigrette
Balinese gado gado (indonesian platter of steamed and fresh vegetables and hard boiled eggs with spicy peanut sauce)
5-spice-glazed salmon with mango slaw and cilantro drizzle
Red-curry spinach-stuffed chicken breast with vegetable pad see ew (thick thai noodles)
Ginger-soy marinaded steak slices with garlic-cilantro asparagus, curried butternut squash purée
Indonesian black rice pudding with toasted coconut
Vietnamese coffee crème brûlée
Dark cacao torte with coconut chantilly cream and miso caramel
Your home, your menu
Denver has a lot to offer when it comes to fine dining, from Beckon to The Wolf's Tailor. But with Take a Chef, you can have the same quality and expertise in the comfort of your home.








Frequently asked questions about our personal chef service in Denver
Below, you can find the most frequently asked questions about our private chefs in Denver.
What does a private chef service include in Denver?
The private chef experience in Denver covers menu planning, grocery shopping, cooking in your kitchen, serving the meals, and cleaning up. Remember that tableware and glassware are not included; tipping is for each guest to decide.
How much does a personal chef cost in Denver?
Denver chef services costs vary depending on group size. For groups of 13 or more guests, the average price is 163 USD per person. The average rate for 7 to 10 people is 159 USD per person; for groups of 3 to 6 people, 237 USD per person. And for couples, the price average is 194 USD per person. Prices may vary due to season, location, or last-minute bookings.
How can I hire a private chef in Denver?
To book your private chef in Denver, start by selecting the date and number of guests for your experience. Then, share your food preferences, food allergies, and kitchen details. You will receive three personalized proposals. You can check the profiles of the chefs, along with photos of their dishes. Chat with the chefs about any adjustments or questions. Pick your preferred chef and menu, and finish your booking with your payment to get your chef's contact information.
How can I find a private chef in Denver?
We have more than 300 of the best personal chefs in Denver at your disposal; just submit your request to receive menu proposals from the top 3 chefs available on your event date. Visit their profiles, chat with them to customize your menu, and choose your chef. If you're not satisfied, we'll keep sending you more chefs until you find the right one.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef experience in Denver?
There's not a maximum number. However, private chef services are usually intimate, small gatherings with friends or family, often hosted in the guests' homes. While there isn't a set limit, groups generally don't exceed 15 people.
Does the private chef cook at my house?
Yes. On the day of your experience, the private chef of your choice will buy fresh ingredients and cook the menu you crafted in your kitchen. Depending on the complexity of the menu or the compatibility of your kitchen battery, your personal chef can prepare a mise en place before arriving at your home for a seamless cooking experience.
Can I cook along with the personal chef?
We highly recommend it! This can be a totally interactive experience if you want it to be. Enjoy your chef service to the fullest by asking questions to your chef and even learning a few new tricks from them!
Are the ingredients for a private chef service fresh?
Yes, private chefs are committed to the highest food quality and always use fresh ingredients. Your chef will use their expertise and personal suppliers to get the best ingredients to make your menu come to life.
Are drinks included in a private chef service?
No, drinks are not part of your private chef experience, but you can add beverages to match your meal as an "extra" when planning your menu with your chef.
How much should I tip a private chef in Denver?
Each guest can decide on how much to tip their private chef. On average, based on tips given by 1,452 Denver guests like you, tips go for 14,72% of the total cost of the private chef experience.
Key information about private chefs in Denver
Find out more about what private chefs in Denver can do for you.
Our private chefs in Denver, CO, have an average age of 45, bringing a lot of cooking experience.
60% of our chefs in Denver are women.
It takes only 6 hours from your request to get the first menu.
Our first personal chef experience in Denver, CO, was booked on 2017-03-16.
18% of our personal chef services in Denver include kids.
One guest has booked the same private chef in Denver 7 times.
28% increase in the number of private chef bookings in Denver in the last year.
Our personal chefs can speak up to 3 languages.
More than 52.9% of our guests hire a private chef in Denver more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a chef for 3 days in Denver.
We’ve uploaded over 2,751 pictures of our Denver personal chef experiences.
On average, it takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal chef.
How many private chef services are booked in Denver each month?
Demand for private chef services in Denver, CO, can vary with the seasons. See the table above for more information on the monthly number of reservations for personal chefs.
Any month is a great time to enjoy a private chef service in the comfort of your home. However, last-minute reservations may come at a higher price. Step ahead and plan a private chef dinner party in Denver for your next special occasion.
How much does a private chef cost in Denver?
The cost of hiring a private chef varies by guest count. Prices range from 163 USD to 194 USD per person. For groups of 13 or more: 163 USD. For 7 to 12 guests: 159 USD. For 3 to 6 guests: 237 USD. For two guests: 194 USD. Ready to book? Enjoy a unique dining experience at an in-home chef dinner party in Denver.
In addition to group size, seasonality can influence the cost of your personal chef service in Denver. Check the chart above for details on prices month to month.
How many private chefs sign up in Denver each month?
We've been in the Denver private chef scene for years, giving the best local chefs a chance to shine. Our team of professional chefs continues to grow every month.
We add 3 new personal chefs each month. Our team reviews their profiles and classifies them on a daily basis to ensure you can always find fresh and exciting options.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Denver?
The top six types of cuisine in Denver are:
Mediterranean
Italian
French
Japanese
Mexican
Latin American
The single most requested in all of Denver are Chef's special cuisine menus. You can trust our Chefs to design a menu just for you!
Our personal chefs customize menus to fit dietary needs and offer innovative options. Submit your request to experience the unique culinary creations our chefs can craft for you.

Private chefs turn your home into a restaurant
Experience a blend of Southwestern and Mexican cuisine, or innovative global dishes prepared by the best private chefs Denver has to offer. Whether it's a birthday party, a romantic dinner, or a gathering with friends, Take a chef offers an alternative for any celebration!
A personal Chef can mold your menu to your needs. From intimate holiday parties to more formal occasions like company parties, we have you covered. If you're looking for vegan or healthy options for your menu, let your Chef know.
On the day of your event, your Denver personal Chef will buy fresh ingredients, prepare your meals, and serve all courses right on your table. Before they go, they will leave your kitchen spotless!

Denver's best private chefs in your kitchen
Each of our Denver private chefs has attended leading culinary schools and has years of experience in top restaurants, hotels, and resorts. With 346 personal chefs available in Denver, we're confident we can connect you with the right chef for you.
You have the final say on your menu, so trust your chef and tell them all about your dream meal.
Welcome a private chef into your Denver home and relax while your favorite dishes are prepared in your kitchen. Surprise your guests with an unforgettable dining experience on your next birthday party, bachelorette, or anniversary.

Turn your home into a restaurant
Take a Chef is more than just a private chef agency. We're passionate about giving you the freedom to connect with loved ones while your favorite dishes are prepared in your kitchen. Our chefs even take care of cleaning up before your service is done. Relax and enjoy an interactive cooking experience in the comfort of your home.






Chat with our personal chefs in Denver
Discover a new way to share a meal and celebrate important dates with a private chef service in Denver. Let one of our personal chefs customize a menu just for you and your guests without leaving your home.









