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Want to showcase your culinary creativity while earning solid pay? As a Personal Chef for Small Events, you’ll design menus, shop for ingredients, and prepare meals for intimate gatherings—birthdays, dinner parties, or corporate lunches. This role offers flexibility, creative freedom, and immediate feedback (and tips!) from satisfied hosts.
👩‍🍳 What a Personal Chef Does
- Menu Planning – Consult with the host to craft a customized menu (dietary restrictions, themes).
- Ingredient Sourcing – Purchase fresh, high‑quality ingredients (farmers markets, specialty shops).
- On‑Site Cooking – Prepare and plate dishes at the event location or deliver fully cooked meals.
- Cleanup & Presentation – Ensure the kitchen or serving area is clean; present dishes attractively.
- Client Communication – Provide tasting sessions, explain dishes, and adjust seasonings per feedback.
đź’¶ How Much Can You Earn?
- €100–€200 per small dinner party (6–10 guests)
- €200–€300+ for multi‑course or themed events
- Additional fees for specialty diets (vegan, gluten‑free) or last‑minute bookings
- Tips often add 10–20% extra on top of your fee
With just 2–3 events per month, you could earn €300–€900+, making this an excellent supplement to your income.
đź‘Ą Who Hires Personal Chefs?
- Professionals hosting lunch meetings or dinners at home
- Families celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, or holidays
- Small corporate events seeking unique dining experiences
- Couples hosting intimate weddings or rehearsal dinners
đź“Ť Where to Find Gigs
- Local event planners and catering networks
- Facebook groups for foodies, private chefs, or local events
- Airbnb Experiences or similar platforms offering private dining
- Partner with boutique venues or gourmet food shops
- Word‑of‑mouth through friends, family, and previous clients
đź’ł Manage Payments Smoothly with SikiraPay
Handling large gig payments and ingredient reimbursements can be complex. With SikiraPay, you get:
- Instant SEPA transfers from hosts upon event completion
- VISA debit card for purchasing high‑end ingredients or renting equipment
- A unified mobile dashboard to track gig fees, tips, and expenses
- No hidden fees, so you keep your full chef’s cut
👉 Sign up for SikiraPay and focus on the food—let SikiraPay handle the money.
🛠️ What You Need to Start
âś… Professional or home kitchen access
âś… Basic to advanced cooking equipment (pots, pans, utensils)
✅ Strong recipe repertoire and menu‑planning skills
âś… Food safety knowledge and, if required locally, certification
✅ Good communication and client‑service skills
🎯 Is This Role Right for You?
- You love creating and presenting food experiences
- You’re organized, punctual, and comfortable managing logistics
- You enjoy direct client interaction and feedback
- You want a flexible, project‑based culinary side hustle
If that describes you, tie on your apron—it’s time to turn your kitchen into a stage!
