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Private Chefs

Private Chefs in Chamonix

After a big day beneath Mont Blanc, come home to dinner cooked for you. Mountain Chefs arranges experienced chalet chefs in Chamonix who plan your menus, shop, cook and clean down.

See your price instantly online, then choose from the chefs who are free for your dates.

Our chefs cook in chalets across the Chamonix valley, including:

  • Chamonix centre
  • Les Praz
  • Les Bois
  • Argentière
  • Les Houches
  • Le Tour
  • Vallorcine
  • Servoz

Private chef from €525 a night

For a week of dinners, off-peak, for your whole group (up to 10 adults). Get your exact price instantly.

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A plated salad prepared by a Mountain Chefs private chefA long sharing board of charcuterie and vegetables

Private Chalet Dining in Chamonix

Chamonix is the home of big-mountain skiing, with legendary off-piste, the Vallée Blanche and a lively town full of history. Days here are long and active, so evenings should be easy.

A private chef means hearty breakfasts before early starts, afternoon tea when you get back, and a proper dinner without leaving the chalet.

Why Hire a Private Chef in Chamonix?

  • Fresh breakfast before your ski day
  • Afternoon tea ready after skiing
  • Evening canapés and drinks service
  • Restaurant-quality three-course dinners
  • Children’s meals and dietary requirements catered for
  • Ingredient shopping and full kitchen clean-down included

Ideal for ski-touring groups, families and friends sharing a chalet.

A hearty breakfast prepared by MountainChefs.net

Our Catering Packages

Dinner only – from 1 night

Ideal for groups who want to explore the mountains during the day but enjoy exceptional dining in their chalet each evening.

  • Bespoke menu planning
  • Ingredient shopping
  • Three-course dinner
  • Dessert
  • Full kitchen clean-down

Full Service – from 4 nights

Our most popular service. Everything covered.

  • Bespoke menu planning
  • Ingredient shopping
  • Daily cooked breakfast
  • Afternoon tea
  • Children’s meals (if required)
  • Evening canapés
  • Three-course dinner
  • Full kitchen clean down

Personalised – up to 14 days

Choose exactly which breakfasts and dinners you’d like, day by day.

  • Just breakfasts, just dinners or a mix
  • Pick the days your chef comes in
  • Shopping
  • Kitchen clean-down
  • Instant price as you choose

Why book through Mountain Chefs, not a single chef?

Booking one independent chef can work, until they’re already booked, or something goes wrong mid-week. Here’s what you get with Mountain Chefs.

Mountain ChefsA single chef
Choice of chefSee the profiles of the chefs who are free for your dates and choose the one who suits your group.One chef. If they’re booked, you start your search again.
PriceAn instant, all-in price online, checked against chef availability before you pay anything.Prices by email, often one quote at a time.
A team behind your chefYour chef is part of the Mountain Chefs team, and our office is on hand before and during your stay.A one-person business. If something goes wrong, there’s no one else to call.
Food costsFood and drink bought at cost, with every receipt.Varies by chef.
Bigger groupsChef and host teams for groups of 11 or more, and two chefs for the largest parties.Usually one pair of hands.
Track recordSeven years of chalet catering in the Alps, rated 5.0 on Google.Depends on the individual.

Why Choose Mountain Chefs?

Carefully Selected Chalet Chefs

Every chef is interviewed and referenced, with experience cooking in private chalets across the Alps.

Tailored To Your Group

Every booking is matched with a chef based on your group size, preferences and style of holiday.

Menus Designed Around You

Whether you’re looking for classic alpine dishes, relaxed family dining or fine dining, every menu is created specifically for your stay.

Dietary Requirements Welcome

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy-friendly are all available.

Food At Cost, With Receipts

Your chef shops for your group and you reimburse the food and drink at cost, with every receipt. No mark-up.

Enjoy Your Holiday, We’ll Handle The Rest

Your chef manages shopping, preparation, cooking and cleaning, giving you more time to enjoy your holiday.

Chamonix private chef FAQs

How much does a private chef cost in Chamonix?

A private chef with Mountain Chefs starts from €525 a night, for a week of dinners, off-peak, for your whole group (up to 10 adults). Food and drink are extra and are reimbursed at cost, with receipts. The instant quote gives your exact price for your dates, group size and service.

When should I book?

As early as you can for Christmas, New Year and February half term, when the best chefs are booked first. For other weeks, a few weeks’ notice is usually fine. Get a quote and we’ll check which chefs are free for your dates.

Can you cater for allergies and dietary requirements?

Yes. Tell us about any allergies, intolerances or diets when you book, and your chef will plan every menu around them.

We’re a big group. Can you help?

Yes. Groups of 11 or more adults have a host alongside the chef, and we can provide two chefs for the largest parties.

Are you a travel agent? Can my agent book for me?

We arrange private chefs only, not accommodation. Ski agents and chalet companies are welcome to book with us for their clients.

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