Personal Chef Business Startup Guide

By: The Chefs Without Restaurants Network
  • Summary

  • Welcome to the Personal Chef Business Startup Guide, the podcast that helps culinary professionals build successful, independent careers on their own terms.

    Hosted by Chris Spear, a personal chef with over a decade of experience and the founder of Chefs Without Restaurants, this show dives into the business side of being a personal chef—from pricing strategies and marketing to client acquisition and scaling your services.


    Each episode features practical advice, real-world strategies, and expert insights to help you turn your culinary skills into a profitable, sustainable business. Whether you’re transitioning from restaurant work, launching a side hustle, or looking to take your existing personal chef business to the next level, this podcast will give you the tools and confidence to succeed.

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Episodes
  • How to Start a Personal Chef Business - Welcome to the Podcast
    Mar 5 2025

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    Welcome to the very first episode of Personal Chef Business Startup Guide. If you’re a chef looking to start or grow your personal chef business, you’re in the right place.

    I’m Chris Spear, a personal chef with over a decade of experience and the founder of Chefs Without Restaurants. After talking to hundreds of chefs, I’ve realized that many struggle with the business side of things—pricing, marketing, and finding clients. That’s exactly what this podcast is here to help with.

    In this episode, I’ll share:
    ✅ What this podcast is all about
    ✅ Who it’s for (aspiring and established personal chefs)
    ✅ A sneak peek at upcoming episodes
    ✅ How you can connect with me and our community

    📌 Upcoming Topics – A preview of episodes covering:

    • How to get your first clients
    • Pricing your services the right way
    • Growing your business by partnering with vacation rental hosts
    • The biggest mistakes personal chefs make (and how to avoid them)

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