Love cooking?Get paid to do it
Put your cooking skills to work. Discover local opportunities, earn extra income and enjoy the freedom to work on your own terms.
Local clients
We help bring customers to you
Total flexibility
Work when it suits you
Your travel radius
Choose how far you travel
Extra income
Choose how much you charge per hour
Your skills.A little extra income.
A few hours doing what you love could make a difference. Explore an example at your own rate.
Ready to join?Here’s what you’ll need.
To join Hello Chef, you’ll need to complete a few essential checks. Here’s what to prepare before applying.
Proof of identity
Valid photo ID and identity verification.
Right to work in the UK
British or Irish passport, or a valid share code.
Public Liability Insurance
A valid policy is required before approval.
Your verification documents are kept private and won’t appear on your public profile.
Find Public Liability InsuranceA little more aboutcooking with us.
Everything else you might want to know.
Do I need professional qualifications?
No formal qualifications are required. We welcome professional chefs, kitchen assistants and passionate home cooks who love cooking.
Who buys the ingredients?
Your client buys the ingredients. You’ll agree on a personalised menu together and provide a shopping list with everything they need before your visit.
How do I get paid?
Payments are handled securely through Stripe. Once a booking is completed, your earnings are released to your Stripe account. You can then request a payout to your bank account.
Are bookings guaranteed?
Bookings aren’t guaranteed. Hello Chef helps local customers discover your services, with opportunities depending on demand, your location and availability.
Good food.New opportunities.
Ready to turn your love of cooking into something more? Your Hello Chef journey starts here.
Apply to join Already part of Hello Chef? Sign in