Private Chefs in Jacksonville
Best private chefs in Jacksonville for your next dining experience.
Starting at $59 per person!
Enjoy a restaurant-worthy meal in the comfort of your home or private venue with personal chefs in Jacksonville. Select from a wide array of curated menus to entertain guests at your next big holiday party, date night or birthday soirée. World-renowned chefs will travel to you with cookware to prepare, cook and even clean up the meal before they leave. Add a gourmet touch to your next celebration and book a private chef in Jacksonville today!
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Spain's Culinary Masterpieces Unlocked
$109 each
Private Chef Meal
$109
Transport yourself on a traditional Spanish culinary journey with an upscale private chef meal. This private chef meal will leave you saying olé as you enjoy rich Spanish flavors at your own table. A five-star chef handles all the shopping, prep work, cooking and clean-up while delivering a...
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Chef Kelsie
Downtown Jacksonville
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Steak Feast
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Embrace steakhouse dishes and flavors at home. If you love steakhouse food but hate going out to crowded restaurants, ditch the reservations and check out a private chef meal. Led by the amazing Chef Kelsie, you and your group will enjoy a one-of-a-kind feast with hearty steaks at the center. To begin, you’ll...
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Chef Kelsie
Downtown Jacksonville
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Italy's Finest Flavors at Your Table
$99 each
Private Chef Meal
$99
Dive into an upscale artisan menu of traditional Italian favorites that transports you to Rome. Indulge in the rich flavors of Italy with a refined private chef meal fit for any special occasion. A master chef delivers this experience to your table by allowing you to choose from a range of fresh and authentic...
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Chef Kelsie
Downtown Jacksonville
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Prime Surf and Turf Extravaganza
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Enjoy fresh coastal flavors alongside prime cuts of meat in this refined private chef meal. Enjoy flavors from the land and sea in this multi-course private chef meal by Chef Kelsie. Choose from a range of appetizers, including colorful rainbow beet salad, creamy corn and leak bisque or puff pastry goat...
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Chef Kelsie
Downtown Jacksonville
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The Rich Sea's Bounty of Flavors
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Celebrate the inspirational sea menu as you dine in an upscale style. Indulge in an upscale, private chef meal that includes a fresh, delicious gourmet coastal menu. Chef Kelsie will prepare a customizable three-course menu using the freshest locally sourced ingredients. Your menu can include options such as...
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Chef Kelsie
Downtown Jacksonville
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A Taste of Greece
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Enjoy the sun-soaked flavors of the Mediterranean with this sumptuous curated spread. A private chef meal with Chef Kelsie is all you need to experience the hearty goodness of authentic Greek dining. Her thoughtful menu brings the best of the isles directly to your dining room table. Savor homemade baguette...
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Chef Kelsie
Downtown Jacksonville
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Elevated Steakhouse Fare
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Settle in for a classic meal elevated with thoughtful gourmet touches added to every dish. Chef Kelsie creates prime steakhouse specialties for your home dining enjoyment in this private chef meal. Your favorite dishes are on the menu, prepared with an emphasis on elegance. Enjoy a starter of lightly fried...
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Chef Kelsie
Downtown Jacksonville
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Authentically Asian
$119 each
Private Chef Meal
$119
Your go-to favorites become a gourmet homecooked dinner that celebrates the best of Asian cuisine. Let Chef Kelsie bring the Asian dining experience to you in a enticing private chef meal. She'll transform your kitchen into a working restaurant and create a menu you can savor. You'll enjoy homemade vegetable...
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Chef Kelsie
Downtown Jacksonville
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Fare From the Greek Isles
$79 each
Private Chef Meal
$79
These classic selections fill your table with the rich, complex flavors of the Mediterranean. The sunny specialties of Greek cuisine are yours to savor in this private chef meal with Chef Kelsie. She'll prepare a modern meal made with all the signature touches of Mediterranean dining. Your menu includes a...
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Chef Kelsie
Downtown Jacksonville
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Upscale Steakhouse Selections
$79 each
Private Chef Meal
$79
This upscale spread takes classic steakhouse dining to new levels of gourmet goodness. Let Chef Kelsie introduce you to the finer side of steakhouse cuisine with this private chef meal. You'll find your favorites on the menu, all prepared with culinary finesse. Enjoy a fried mozzarella appetizer with homemade...
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Chef Kelsie
Downtown Jacksonville
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From the Asian Kitchen
$69 each
Private Chef Meal
$69
Enjoy a savory selection of beloved dishes from regions across the Asian continent. Chef Kelsie serves up a satisfying menu featuring some of the best flavors from Asia in this private chef meal. She'll treat you to a spread of time-honored recipes chosen for their authentic regional character. Your selections...
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Chef Kelsie
Downtown Jacksonville
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FAQS ABOUT PRIVATE CHEFS in Jacksonville
How much does a private chef in Jacksonville cost?
The cost of a private chef for a dinner party in Jacksonville Beach generally ranges from $59 to over $100 per person. Prices vary depending on group size, menu selection, and event details, with a tiered pricing structure for smaller gatherings versus larger celebrations. The starting per-person price is listed on each experience page, and local sales tax is included. Many guests hire a chef for the night in neighborhoods like Ponte Vedra, Neptune Beach, or near Jacksonville Beach’s lively boardwalk, with menus featuring fresh Atlantic seafood and Southern specialties. Whether you want an in home chef for a dinner party, chefs to cook at your home or vacation rental, or to rent a chef, connect with our concierge team to learn more.
What is included when you hire a chef for the night?
Hiring a chef for the night in Jacksonville Beach allows you to enjoy a stress-free and memorable dining experience. Your private chef sources fresh ingredients from local markets like Beaches Town Center Market or Jacksonville Farmers Market and provides any specialty equipment needed for your chosen menu. From shopping and preparation to cooking, serving, and cleanup, in home chefs in Jacksonville Beach handle every detail. Whether hosting a private chef for a dinner party in Ponte Vedra or enjoying a relaxed meal in your own home or vacation rental near Neptune Beach, Jacksonville Beach chefs craft dishes inspired by fresh Gulf Coast seafood, Southern flavors, and contemporary cuisine.
What are the most popular cuisines with private chef experiences?
Private chef experiences in Jacksonville Beach offer a wide variety of flavors, from fresh Atlantic seafood and Southern classics to Italian, Asian, and American Contemporary fare. Hibachi catering is also available for a fun, interactive dining experience. Some Jacksonville Beach chefs craft luxury menus featuring Michelin-star-level fare, perfect for an in home chef for a dinner party. Whether you’re hosting in Ponte Vedra, Neptune Beach, or your own home or vacation rental near Jacksonville Beach Pier, chefs to cook at your home can design menus to suit your tastes.
How do I hire a chef or rent a chef?
Hiring a private chef for a dinner party in Jacksonville Beach is simple and convenient. Begin by visiting the Private Chef section on Cozymeal to browse Jacksonville Beach chefs and their menus. Whether you’re hosting in Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach, or at your own home or vacation rental near the coastline, you can hire a chef for the night with ease. Explore in home chefs preparing fresh seafood, Southern favorites, or contemporary fusion dishes. The cost of a private chef for a dinner party varies depending on menu selection and guest count.
How much should I tip my private chef?
When you hire a private chef for a dinner party in Jacksonville Beach, tipping is entirely optional but always appreciated. If you’d like to show gratitude, a tip of 10–25% of the total cost is a helpful guideline. Jacksonville Beach chefs often bring flavors inspired by the restaurants along Third Street or the local eateries near the pier directly to your own home or vacation rental. Whether you hire a chef for dinner featuring fresh Atlantic seafood, Southern classics, or contemporary fusion cuisine, your in-home chef will handle everything—from shopping and cooking to serving and cleaning—ensuring a seamless private chef experience.
Where do the experiences take place?
When you hire a chef for dinner in Jacksonville Beach, your private chef experience can take place at your own home, vacation rental, or a local venue with a clean, functional kitchen. Jacksonville Beach chefs can travel to neighborhoods like Ponte Vedra, Neptune Beach, or Atlantic Beach, bringing restaurant-quality dining directly to you. Whether you’re hosting near the lively local boardwalk food scene or along the scenic Atlantic coastline, an in home chef for a dinner party can manage everything from prep to cleanup. Chefs to cook at your home are skilled in fresh seafood as well as international cuisine.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE a PERSONAL CHEF
Ideal for birthday dinners
Brian
Chef Francesca was fantastic! She came to our house to cook dinner for my wife’s birthday and we enjoyed every moment of it. From the preparation of the meal to the delicious food she served, it was all incredible. I would recommend her to anyone and look forward to having her back to our home again very soon!
Elevate a dining experience
Nikki
Our experience with Chef Daniel was excellent! Not only did he take the time to create a thoughtful menu that paired well with our wines, but he took care in how his dishes were presented. The dishes were exquisite and all in all lead to a memorable night for us and our guests.
Impress your guests
Chrystal
We had a great time having our own personal chef to create a private dining experience for us. It felt like being in a five-star restaurant without leaving the comfort of the house. The chef was amazing. Great food, great company, amazingly unique experience! I will definitely do it again.
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