Personal chef & catering in Jacksonville

Chefs for a Night is a premier personal chef service. Our chefs bring fine dining to your home or your event: gourmet menus built around your tastes and dietary needs, from dinner for two to a full banquet.

The Chefs for a Night team: six people in chef whites and server vests, smiling in a dining room
Chef Pratt drizzling sauce over a row of plated courses on a black-draped table
Two Chefs for a Night chefs prepping food on a home kitchen counter

The Chefs for a Night teamPlating for a private dinner · Prepping in a home kitchen

Three ways to bring us in

Whether it is one table at home or a room full of guests, you get chefs who cook, plate and serve, so you can be a guest at your own event.

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Personal chef

A private chef cooks a restaurant-quality meal in your own kitchen: date nights, anniversaries, family milestones and dinner parties, served at your table.

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Catering

Gourmet catering for corporate events, banquets, conferences, weddings and social gatherings, with presentation as careful as the cooking.

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Meal prep

Ask us about meal prep. Mention it in your request or give us a call, and we will talk through what you need.

Call (904) 547-9993

Exquisite culinary offerings, tailored just for you

From intimate dinners for two to grand celebrations, every menu is personalized for the occasion.

Two chefs garnishing trays of tartlet canapés
  • Intimate Dinners

    Special occasions, private dinners and date nights, anniversaries, or simply a romantic evening at home.

  • Corporate Events

    Business gatherings, banquets, meetings and conferences, with gourmet cuisine your guests will talk about.

  • Social Gatherings

    Birthdays, cocktails and brunches through to holiday parties and BBQs: we make every moment memorable.

  • Wedding Celebrations

    The ceremony, the cocktail party or the rehearsal dinner, with a stress-free, enjoyable culinary experience for you and your guests.

  • Exclusive Tastings

    Intimate gatherings with curated tastings and expertly crafted food and beverage pairings, for connoisseurs and enthusiasts.

  • Custom Experiences

    Be as creative as you like: a customized menu built around your own vision, tastes and preferences.

Don't see your occasion here? If you can describe it, our chefs can plan it.

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How your night comes together

Booking with us is a conversation, not a checkout. Here is what happens after you get in touch.

  1. You send a request Any time

    Tell us the date and time, the type of event, how many guests and any dietary restrictions or preferences. The form below takes the essentials; the details come next.

  2. We talk it through Mon–Fri, 5 AM–5 PM

    Our team gets in touch to discuss your preferences and goals, so we understand the occasion, the guests and the feel you are after.

  3. Your menu takes shape Before the day

    Your chef crafts a personalized menu around your tastes and dietary needs, using quality ingredients and a careful eye for presentation.

  4. The night itself At your table

    Your chefs bring the dining room to you: gourmet food, exceptional presentation and attentive service, in your home or at your event.

Welcome to Chefs for a Night

Where fine dining meets convenience.

A plated lobster tail and sliced steak with macaroni and cheese and Brussels sprouts

Chefs for a Night is a premier personal chef service that brings the luxury and convenience of fine dining directly to you.

Our highly skilled and experienced chefs craft gourmet meals tailored to your unique taste preferences and dietary needs. From intimate dinners to large-scale events, we offer personalized menus and services to elevate any occasion, with a focus on quality ingredients, exceptional presentation and attentive service.

Our mission

To create memorable culinary experiences that exceed expectations: gourmet meals made with the finest ingredients and a commitment to culinary integrity, brought to the table with creativity, expertise and meticulous attention to detail.

Our vision is to redefine personalized dining by combining the artistry of culinary creation with impeccable service.

Catering to a diverse clientele

From professional athletes on the road to families celebrating at home.

Catering trays of grilled steaks and roasted vegetables ready for service
Catering trays ready for service
  • Sports teams and athletes

    NFL teams like the Jacksonville Jaguars and PGA/Masters Tournament golfers who require personal chef services while on the road.

  • Corporate clients

    Business professionals and organizations hosting corporate events, conferences or meetings.

  • Healthcare industry representatives

    Pharmaceutical reps and doctors in need of personal chef services for product launches, seminars or professional events.

  • Individuals and families

    Celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, holidays or other special milestones, and wanting a memorable dining experience.

  • Food enthusiasts

    Everyday people who appreciate the art of cuisine and want to elevate their dining with exceptional flavors and expertly crafted meals.

What our clients say

In their own words, from anniversaries and weddings to a 20-guest dinner party.

Chef Antonio and his crew of 3 prepared a truly excellent meal in our home for a family of 7 celebrating our 40th anniversary. Communicating our food preference was great and easy as he has a wide and varied background in fine culinary arts. He customized our menu and created delectable dishes including appetizer, salad, entrée and dessert. On top of all that, they left our kitchen spotless when finished. Coming from a group that eats fine dining frequently during many travels, without any hesitation I can sincerely recommend Chef Antonio and his Chef's For A Night crew for any personal culinary needs. You won't be disappointed.
Mike L
Chef Pratt recently catered my wedding. He is absolutely amazing and I would recommend him to anyone for any occasion or event because he worked with our budget to create a phenomenal cocktail hour and dinner menu for what turned out to be our dream reception. We are still receiving compliments on not only how delicious the food was, but how beautifully it was presented as well. I could not have been more pleased with my big day.
Courtney H.
I highly recommend Chefs for a Night!!! They were fantastic - we had 20 people over for a dinner party and the food was delicious...everyone had a great comment about the appetizers and dinner! Thanks so much Chef Pratt! I will definitely refer you to everyone I know!
Belinda Dejesus
The Chef strategically put together a night to remember for my special double whammy celebration 60th birthday and Master degree celebration that my friends are still talking about. The food was selected and prepared by the Chef to fit the occasion. The food was superb and celebration a success. I came all the way from Tennessee and there were no regret’s. Thanks Chef for making my special moment a magical. Jacksonville showed out!!
Anatha Dawson
I have one word to describe my experience with this company yesterday and that is Wow! Yesterday on my first Valentine's Day with my new husband I wanted everything to be perfect. I must say perfect it was thanks to Chef's For a night the presentation of the food was beautiful and the food was delicious. The staff was amazing so polite they went above and beyond to calm my anxiety. I will see you guys again for my one year anniversary. 😊
Curtrell Chapman
We planned a dinner for our grandson and his wife while they were on leave. Chef was as always on time, very professional, and served us such a wonderful meal! One can see the joy he has for cooking just by watching him as he cooks your meal. We would recommend Chef Pratt to anyone who is wanting a meal cooked with love and care that has a 5 Star rating in our book. Thank you and God bless you.
Saundra Dowling

Good to know

Is sending the form a confirmed booking?

No. The form is a request. Once we have your date, guest count and dietary needs, our team gets in touch to talk through your preferences and goals and to confirm the details with you.

Do you cook in my home?

Yes. We bring fine dining directly to you, in the comfort of your own home or at the venue of your event.

Can you work around allergies and dietary needs?

Yes. Every menu is crafted around your taste preferences and dietary needs. Tell us about any restrictions in your request and the chef plans the menu with them in mind.

How many guests can you cook for?

From an intimate dinner for two to large-scale events and grand celebrations. Give us your guest count in the request and we will tell you how we would approach it.

Do you offer meal prep?

Ask us about it. Mention meal prep in your request or call us, and we will talk through what you need.

When can I reach you by phone?

Our office line is open Monday to Friday, 5 AM to 5 PM, at (904) 547-9993. You can send the form or email [email protected] at any time.

Request your date

Tell us about your occasion. This is a request, not an instant booking: our team will be in touch shortly to discuss your preferences and confirm the details.

Prefer to talk? Call or email us directly. The office line is open Monday to Friday, 5 AM to 5 PM.

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