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Hire a Personal Chef in Waco
Chef-led dining for date nights, birthdays, dinner parties, and beautifully hosted evenings at home.
Private dinners
Elegant chef-led meals for anniversaries, date nights, and at-home hosting.
Birthdays
Celebrate beautifully without juggling prep, cooking, service, or cleanup.
Airbnb stays
Bring the chef experience to weekends away, retreats, and vacation homes.
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Taylor
My love for cooking began at a young age, learning alongside my dad in the kitchen. That early passion led me to pursue formal training at Le Cordon Bleu, where I earned my degree in Culinary Arts in 2009. After graduation, I spent several years working in a variety of ....& more
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Secundino
Make your event unforgettable with Chef Luis Secundino I offer personalized menus for weddings, private dinners, parties, and more. I am an experienced and dynamic culinary professional serving as a private Chef at USA. Over more than 16 years in the culinary world, he has built a career defined by ....& more
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Kennedy
Restaurant chef of one of the Top 10 restaurants in Austin, TX joining the private sector, here to fulfill all your needs and give you an unforgettable experience. Veteran, served in the united states Marine Corps for 8 years. Ask me about wine pairings with select menus, and mimosas for ....& more
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JK
I’m a professionally trained chef with a Diploma in Food Production from the Indian Academy of Culinary Arts, Hyderabad (2001–2002). I gained hands-on experience during my training at The Central Court Hotel, a five-star property, working in the Continental Kitchen and F&B department. From 2004 to 2018, I honed my ....& more
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Ribe Rubio
Born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, I bring years of international culinary experience and warm, personalized service to homes across Austin, Texas. Whether you're planning an intimate celebration, a family gathering, weekly meal prep, or a one-time in-home dining experience, I craft delicious, custom menus tailored to your tastes ....& more
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Luis Bello
With a rich culinary background that began in Mexico, I honed my skills at renowned establishments like Nobu and Rokai before expanding my horizons in the Bahamas. Now based in Austin, Texas.
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Personal Chef Services in Waco
Elevated dining at home — menu planning, cooking, plating & cleanup.
What to expect
Looking to hire a personal chef in Waco? Platesfull connects you with trusted chefs for private in-home dining, Baylor game day gatherings, family celebrations, and weekend getaways throughout Waco and nearby communities. Whether you're hosting near Baylor University, planning a dinner by Lake Waco, celebrating downtown, or booking a chef for an Airbnb, our chefs deliver a restaurant-quality experience directly to your home or vacation rental. From intimate anniversary dinners to birthday parties and small corporate gatherings, your Waco personal chef handles menu planning, grocery shopping, cooking, plating, optional serving, and full cleanup — so you can relax and enjoy your guests.
Personal Chef in Waco
Luxury In-Home Dining in Waco
All-inclusive from $80/person
Groceries included
Cooking + serving
Cleanup after
Serving all of Waco
We serve Downtown Waco, Baylor University area, Lake Waco, Woodway, Hewitt, China Spring, Robinson, and surrounding Central Texas communities. Whether you're hosting a Baylor graduation celebration, planning a lake house dinner, or booking a chef for an Airbnb near Magnolia Market, our Waco personal chefs travel to you and handle everything from grocery shopping to cleanup.
Downtown Waco
Baylor University
Lake Waco
Woodway
Hewitt
China Spring
Robinson
Central Texas
Pricing that’s clear (and actually all-inclusive)
Waco experiences start at $80 per person. Final pricing depends on the chef, menu, and guest count. Groceries are included — no surprise add-ons.
From
$80
per person
Includes
4
service steps
Best for
6–20
guests
- Grocery shopping
- Cooking and plating
- Serving (when selected)
- Cleanup after
Popular personal chef occasions in Waco
Personal chefs in Waco are useful for weekly meals, dinner parties, birthdays, anniversaries, family gatherings, and relaxed at-home hosting. The service is especially helpful when guests want chef-prepared food without managing shopping, cooking, and cleanup themselves.
Popular cuisine styles for personal chef service in Waco
Personal chef menus in Waco can be shaped around everyday preferences or a specific event. Guests commonly request modern American, Mediterranean, Italian, brunch, lighter seafood, vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-aware menus that fit the group.
How It Works
Book a private chef experience in three simple steps.
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Choose a menu or request a quote
Start with a menu you love or tell us about your event.
2
Review chef recommendations
Compare menus and proposals from chefs.
3
Book your experience
Confirm your chef and enjoy a seamless celebration.
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Why It Matters
Hosting should feel effortless, intimate, and elevated.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before booking your chef
For Dinner Parties, pricing includes groceries, cooking, serving, and cleanup.
Some chefs may bring additional staff depending on the service.
Travel-related charges (if applicable) are discussed upfront.
Absolutely! You can customize the menu and share preferences
with the chef during the booking process.
Our chefs specialize in:In-home dinner parties, Birthday & anniversary celebrations, Brunches, Wine-paired dinners, Holiday gatherings, Corporate & team events, Private cooking classes
No problem! Just let the chef know during the booking process, and they will customize the menu to suit your guest’s dietary requirements.
Each chef's availability is displayed on their calendar. However, availability may occasionally change. If the chef becomes unavailable, they’ll suggest alternatives or help reschedule to a date that works for you.
Yes! You can chat with the chef after booking your event. If you haven’t booked yet, use the “Message Chef” option to ask questions or share event details.
Platesfull currently serves multiple cities across Texas, San Diego, New York, New Jersey, Ashburn and select other markets. Availability depends on chef coverage in your area. If we don’t have a local chef, some chefs may travel based on availability.
Tipping on Platesfull is completely optional. We believe chefs are skilled professionals and should charge what they deserve for their services. Our pricing is designed to be fair and transparent, so tipping is never expected—only appreciated if you feel the experience went above and beyond.
Chefs go through a vetting process that may include:
• Experience review
• Portfolio or menu samples
• Background checks (where applicable)
• Interview and quality assessment
We serve Downtown Waco, Baylor University area, Lake Waco, Woodway, Hewitt, China Spring, Robinson, and surrounding Central Texas communities. Our chefs travel to private homes, lake houses, and vacation rentals throughout the region.
Yes. Many clients book our Waco personal chefs for Baylor football weekends, graduation celebrations, family gatherings, and alumni events. We handle the groceries, cooking, serving, and cleanup so you can enjoy the occasion.
Absolutely. Our chefs frequently serve Airbnb and short-term rental properties near Downtown Waco, Magnolia Market, and Lake Waco. We bring all ingredients, cook onsite, plate beautifully, and leave your kitchen spotless.
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