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Find personal chefs in Chicago, IL that you’ll love

46 personal chefs are listed in Chicago, IL

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby personal chefs is 5 years

Personal chefs in Chicago, IL

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Madeline J.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Babysitter/Housekeeper

4.0

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Hello! I am an experienced babysitter and now that I am older I am able to do cooking and cleaning as well. I can do laundry, clean bathrooms, bedrooms, re-organize playrooms, etc. I love cooking healthier meals and I have more experience making chicken and vegetarian meals. Some dishes I have made recently include turkey...
Madeline can also help with: Attic cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning & more
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Lauren M.


Chicago, IL

$20-100/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Do you need childcare this winter when your kids are off school or you need to get some errands done? I can help! I can take care of multiple children at once with ease. My approach to interpersonal conflicts between children/siblings is careful, thoughtful, and always with understanding. I can create games, art projects, and...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My 6 year old daughter absolutely adored Lauren! Needed a date night sitter at our hotel and she was a total gem. My daughter woke up the next day wanting her to babysit again. A+ review!"

Mary W.

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Eve M.


Chicago, IL

$18-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am a project manager by day who is a nanny on the side and wanting to contribute my skills to helping a family. I have nannied for a few different families over the years. For one family, I helped with their 8-month-old daughter until she was 3 and recently babysat her (she's now 7 years old) so I am comfortable with...
Eve can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Confident leaving Eve with my children."

Patty D.

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Joanna S.


Chicago, IL

$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

High End - House Manager/family Assistant/executive Housekeeper, Family Assistant Available.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have 14 years of House management , family assistant experience. I've worked in high end homes/estates as house manager; family assistant, nanny, personal stylist, executive housekeeper and chef. I was in-charge of general up keep and cleanliness of large estate residences between 4, 000 sq. ft. - 28, 000 sq. ft. I did weekly...
Joanna can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, dusting, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, basement cleaning, attic cleaning & more
5.0
"Good help is not hard to find if you hire Joanna and her awesome team. Not only is she a wonderful and lovely person with a good heart she is a very knowledgeable, professional, hardworking and focused person with an extremely strong work ethic. It is an absolute...

Linda K.

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Kylie C.


Chicago, IL

$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experience In Hospice Care, Trained Chef.

I'm passionate about caring for seniors, after personally caring for each of my grandparents and providing live-in hospice care for my grandfather. My calm & empathetic personality naturally draws me to form friendships with seniors in my neighborhood. I genuinely love chatting with my senior friends and especially hearing their...
Kylie can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands, live-in home care, home modification & more
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Thaddeus B.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hard Working, Compassion, And Reliable Former Chef That Wants To Help Your Family Succeed!

My name is Thaddeus and I'm a 49-year-old dad of two amazing kids ages 7 and 8. I was a chef in my career for 29 years and held positions at many amazing restaurants and properties. I have a very strong work ethic, I'm very clean and organized, and goal driven. I am well versed in household tasks, you name it I can pretty much...
Thaddeus can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Annalee M.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher, Artist And Chef

Hi, my name is Lee. I am a Certified Childcare Professional with 6 years of experience working with children of all ages. I currently work as a Daycare Teacher for a class of 15 kids, ages 1-4. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with...
Annalee can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Ana A.


Chicago, IL

$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For A New Position

I'm Cecilia and I am 25 years old. I have 3 years of experience with child care, being experienced with the ages of 3 months to 7 years. I like to be very active and organized, scheduling daily activities for the children and putting on a calendar in advance for better organization of our time. The families I worked with...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
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Ana A.


Chicago, IL

$22-23/hr • 3 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For A New Position

I'm Cecilia. I am 25 years old and I have 3 years of experience with child care, being experienced with the ages of 3 months old to 7 years old. I like to be very active and organized, scheduling daily activities for the kids. The families I worked with highlight my patient and gentle way of acting with children. In addition to...
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Carmen Q.


Chicago, IL

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Community Concierge

Personal chef, stylist, personal shopper, house manager, care-giver, dog-walker, house-sitter, child care, yoga instructor
Carmen can also help with: Carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning & more
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Joan W.


Chicago, IL

$17-25/hr

House Cleaning and Meal Preparation.

I actually enjoy getting a household clean and tidy. I went to chef school in Ireland, so I like to cook and bake.
Joan can also help with: Changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
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Sophie F.


Chicago, IL

$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

In addition to my childcare experience, I am a professional pastry chef with a passion for creating delicious and imaginative desserts. I love incorporating my culinary skills into fun and educational activities with children, teaching them about food, baking, and healthy eating in a hands-on, enjoyable way.
Sophie can also help with: Pet sitting
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Samuel F.


Chicago, IL

$25-37/hr • 3 yrs exp

Very Kind And Gentle

Im very reliable, dependable and calm, honest person you can trust . Non smoker, don't do drugs and non alcoholic. A chef by profession Have a driving license Housekeeping too Grooming too Dressing Companion Feeding Bathing Hoya lift experience Errands and etc.
Samuel can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

CPR

I flew from Ukraine, I will be glad to be an assistant in your house, my husband and I also have a dog (corgi), I really love animals. I cook delicious food. I am also a pastry chef with 5 years of experience, I will prepare delicious desserts for you. I am very open and kind, I will be glad to meet you.
Adelina can also help with: General room cleaning, carpet cleaning, organization, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
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Joan J.


Chicago, IL

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am one of eight kids, and love being with children. I have 9 years of babysitting experience, and 1 year of Nanny experience. I am CPR certified, and I also have my Culinary Degree from Johnson and Wales University. I own and operate my own Private Chef Company. Love to be in the kitchen, meal prep/ grocery shopping available...
Joan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Brynn S.


Chicago, IL

$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'm an experienced childcare provider who is passionate about helping families thrive. I have provided babysitting services through high school, college and now as I start my own business providing meal prep. I've cared for children of all ages and have experience with multiple children and one-on-one care. I have an educational...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Agatha B.


Chicago, IL

$23-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter (Disney Princess Expert)

I am 32 years old with a 8-year-old daughter. I am CPR certified and I own a car. By profession, I am a Chef but am in search of a calmer, less stressful, professional atmosphere. My experience with sitting children has been expansive as I have been nannying since I was 16. I absolutely adore children; planning activities, arts...
Agatha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Sophie F.


Chicago, IL

$24/hr • 5 yrs exp

As a caregiver, I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth of little ones. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I always strive to provide a safe and stimulating environment for children. With 5 years of childcare experience, I'm comfortable caring for children ages 0-11. In addition to my childcare experience, I am...
Sophie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Hailey C W.


Chicago, IL

$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hello fur families! I have always had a keen sense for animal care and welfare. I'm 20 years old and a native of Chicago so I know my whereabouts pretty well. I've grown up with 4 dogs and more foster pets in and out over the years. I recently was able to be the beloved owner of a tabby cat, so I have experience with both cats...
Hailey C can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Rachel O.


Chicago, IL

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! my name is Rachel and I live in Chicago. I am 32 years old and a small business owner of a personal chef company. At the moment, I am available on Thursdays or Fridays for a recurring position, or other days on occasion as needed. I was a childcare provider for many years, and my passion for fostering children's growth and...

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Recent personal chef reviews in Chicago, IL

Lauren M.

5.0

My 6 year old daughter absolutely adored Lauren! Needed a date night sitter at our hotel and she was a total gem. My daughter woke up the next day wanting her to babysit again. A+ review!

- Mary W.

Eve M.

5.0

Confident leaving Eve with my children.

- Patty D.

Joanna S.

5.0

I recently had a bad experience with a care.com cleaner and am VERY cautious. Joanna made sure I was ok with her work during and when done. I took a white dust cloth to find dirt after she left. The cloth is still bright white. I'll call her again!

- Gwynne B.

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Ratings for Chicago, IL personal chefs listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Personal Chefs in Chicago, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 17 reviews of the 46 listed personal chefs.