ChefsNeeded
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

Cook what you love. Get paid what you're worth.

Join the ChefsNeeded private roster — where exceptional chefs meet clients who value amazing food. Set your own rates. Pick your own schedule. We bring the bookings.

Takes ~5 minutes
Flexible Schedule
Your Rates
Local Gigs
Beautifully plated chef dishes
HOW IT WORKS

From application to apron in 4 steps

1Apply

Fill out the form below — share your story.

2Review

We personally review every chef.

3Get Booked

Clients book you on your terms.

4Get Paid

You cook. We handle the rest.

Food is paid for by clients.
You're paid for your time, skill, and experience — nothing else.
CHEF APPLICATION

Tell us about you

No fluff. Just the essentials so clients can fall in love with your cooking.

STEP 1

Personal Information

So we can reach you.

STEP 2

Social Handles

Optional — but helps us see your style.

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STEP 3

Show Us Your Smile

A clear headshot helps clients connect.

STEP 4

Experience & Background

The basics about your kitchen journey.

Have you worked for paying clients before?
Do you currently cook professionally?
Would you take a background check?
Do you have reliable transportation?
Willing to travel to client homes or Airbnbs?
How far are you willing to travel?
STEP 5

Your Rates

You set the price for your time.

Cooking Services (Food is paid by client)
Number of People
Rate (USD)
1 Person
$
2 People
$
4 People
$
6 People
$
8+ People
$
Meal Prep Services
Days of meals prepared
Rate (USD)
1 Day
$
2 Days
$
3 Days
$
4 Days
$
5 Days
$
7 Days
$
STEP 6

Skills & Specialties

Rate yourself — 1 = beginner, 10 = expert.

Proteins & Cooking
Steak / Red Meat
Chicken
Seafood
Lamb
Grilling
BBQ / Smoking
Meal Prep
Dietary Specialties
Keto
Carnivore
Gluten Free
Paleo
High Protein
Sugar Free Desserts
Keto Desserts
Healthy Meal Prep
STEP 7

Your Top 5 Signature Dishes

What do clients rave about?

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3
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STEP 8

Dessert Expertise

Check anything you nail.

STEP 9

Availability & Location

Where and when you can cook.

Cities you serve
Days available
Times available
STEP 10

Show Off Your Food

Up to 20 photos. Clients book with their eyes first.

STEP 11

Anything Else?

Optional — share what makes you you.

Tell us about your cooking style. *

Record a quick voice (or video) message — up to 3 minutes. Clients love hearing your story in your own voice.

Anything you'd like clients to know? *

Record a quick voice (or video) message — up to 3 minutes.

Ready to join the roster?
Submit your application and start getting booked.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

The path to your first booking

We Review
Personally — every application.
You're Approved
Added to our private roster.
Clients Book
They reach out directly to you.
You Cook & Earn
Doing what you love most.