What is TheKitchenTable?
TheKitchenTable is a United States private chef marketplace: guests book verified in-home chefs for dinner parties, Airbnb stays, corporate events, and meal prep. Guests use filters for cuisine, date, and guest count; chefs list menus, certifications, and service regions. Payments and messaging stay on-platform so hosts, families, and corporate planners get one predictable workflow from discovery to cleanup.
Who is TheKitchenTable for?
We serve dinner-party hosts, Airbnb and luxury-apartment guests, property managers who want a managed amenity, and busy households that want weekly meal prep without losing restaurant quality. Chefs use the same marketplace to find serious clients, set availability, and keep more of each ticket than typical agency models.
How much does a private chef cost on TheKitchenTable?
Most plated experiences start near fifty U.S. dollars per person; large buffet-style groups can be lower per guest while premium tasting menus or wine service increase totals. Your chef confirms ingredients, labor, and travel before you pay—there are no hidden booking fees in the standard guest flow.
| Experience type | Typical starting point | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plated dinner party | From ~$50 / guest | Varies by menu complexity |
| Large-group buffet | From ~$15–$25 / guest | Economies of scale |
| Weekly meal prep | Custom weekly quote | Based on meals and portions |