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Q: Can you walk me through customizing my meal with a Charleston, SC, private chef?

Of course! Once you enter your party details, you’ll see the available Charleston, SC, personal chefs and their menu selections. You’ll notice right away that their a la carte menus feature both local specialties and global cuisines, and that you can filter by food allergies and preferences to accommodate special diets.Because the choices are entirely yours, you create a signature menu that entirely suits your preferences. When your booking is set, your chef connects with you within 48 hours to go over everything. Our FFK chefs know how to expertly accommodate your requirements so all of your guests’ needs are met.

Q: Do I have to provide the ingredients for my Charleston, SC, private chef?

No, our full-service model includes everything, right down to the ingredients. On party day, your chef arrives with food, cooking equipment, and cleaning supplies so you never have to lift a finger.

Q: How do you pick the Charleston, SC, personal chefs FFK works with?

Because our reputation is built on the service our chefs provide, they are fully vetted for both experience and reliability. Each chef brings at least three years of professional culinary experience and must pass an FCRA-compliant background check.

Q: What is your cancellation policy?

While we take payment in advance to lock in your Charleston, SC, private chef and to simplify the process for our clients, rest assured—refunds are available if you must cancel.You receive a full refund* if you cancel at least one week before your event.You receive a 50% refund* if you cancel within a week with more than 48 hours’ notice.*Note that there are no refunds within 48 hours of your event, and booking and processing fees are not refundable. Further details are available in our terms and conditions.

Bringing the best personal chefs in SC into homes since 2017

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Private Chef Catering in Charleston, SC

Did you know that you can throw a party without lifting a finger? It’s true! Food Fire + Knives makes it possible with our innovative catering model. We bring Charleston SC party hosts a personal chef who shops, cooks, and cleans while you get down to the serious business of partying. You choose from a la carte menus featuring world cuisines. Then, you create something completely unique, tailored to your preferences!

With our online booking process, reserving a chef is easy. Once you’ve entered the date and location of your party, you’ll see our local chefs. Select your favorite to see their a la carte menus. Then choose the items you like. You’ll be adjusting the food to your tastes in less than 48 hours! Let FFK wear the apron while you relish your effortless party!

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How to Hire a Private Chef for Your Charleston, SC, Event

Did you know that you can throw a party without lifting a finger? It's true! Food Fire + Knives makes it possible with our innovative catering model. We bring party hosts a personal chef.

Reserve Your Chef

Use our streamlined booking system to schedule your chef, menu, & more!
Feel free to reach out to your chef to discuss dietary needs and specific instructions.

Your Chef Does the Work

Your chef sources the ingredients of your meal, ensuring they strictly adhere to your dietary needs.
Make any adjustments or requests via our easy-to-use host dashboard.

Sit Back & Relax

Your chef shows up with all the food and necessary cookware to create the perfect meal.
The only thing left to do is enjoy the all-inclusive cooking & cleanup service.

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13 Chefs. Menus Personalized By Our Private Chefs in Charleston, SC

Chef Brittiney

Private Chef · Serving Charleston, SC

5.0· 57 Reviews

Chef Drew

Private Chef · Serving Charleston, SC

5.0· 70 Reviews

Chef Andrew

Private Chef · Serving Charleston, SC

4.9· 7 Reviews

Chef Christopher

Private Chef · Serving Charleston, SC

5.0· 5 Reviews

Chef Juan

Private Chef · Serving Charleston, SC

0.0· 0 Reviews

Chef Heyward

Private Chef · Serving Charleston, SC

5.0· 20 Reviews

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Food Fire + Knives is your premier network of private chefs and personal chefs for an in home dining experience.

5.0 Chef Overall

An overall score of our amazing private Chefs and the Food Fire + Knives Experience.

5.0 Cleanliness

A clean kitchen is a happy kitchen. Our Chefs clean as they go and will leave your kitchen cleaner than when they found it, creating a stress-free event from start to finish.

5.0 Food Quality

Our Chefs take pride in all things local, from local expertise to shopping for the best quality local ingredients available. Ingredients are hand-picked for your special event with any allergies or dietary restrictions in mind.

5.0 Communication

Once you hire a chef, your private chef will reach out within 48 hours of reserving your event but feel free to message them directly before you book. You’ll also be able to message them at any point leading up to your event.

5.0 Presentation

Chefs are culinary artists and they love showcasing their masterpieces plate by plate.

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Julia Dinnen

November 09 2026Chesapeake, VA

Menu: Mediterranean Mainstay (ORC-758719)

Sean did an amazing job! He helped customize the perfect menu to fit our theme and make the night special. He made Trinidad Doubles that I cannot stop thinking about! And his mahi ceviche! He was very professional and just overall lovely. He really made our night perfect. 10/10 recommend and will use again!

Chef Overall: 5
Food Quality: 5
Cleanliness: 5
Presentation: 5
Communication: 5

Chef Sean Replied to Julia Dinnen

Thank you so much!

Stephanie Strada

November 08 2026Blue Ridge, GA

Menu: Girl's Night In The Mountains

We had Chef Jackson come to our cabin in Blue Ridge for a private dinner celebrating my mom’s birthday, and it was such a wonderful experience! He worked with us ahead of time to create the perfect menu, and everything was absolutely delicious and beautifully plated. The entire evening felt so special, and it was so nice to relax, enjoy our time together, and not have to worry about cooking or cleaning up. Chef Jackson was great to work with from start to finish, and I would absolutely recommend him for any special occasion or group dinner!

Chef Overall: 5
Food Quality: 5
Cleanliness: 5
Presentation: 5
Communication: 5

Chef Jackson Replied to Stephanie Strada

Thank you Stephanie! I hope you cook for you again soon!

Allison Petro

November 08 2026Ellijay, GA

Menu: Modern Italian Table

Holy cannoli! Chef Cody is THE BEST. This dude is a top tier chef. All 4 of us in the party agreed it was one of the best meals we’ve ever had. We all had a favorite dish. Personally, I liked the savory cannoli best, but everything we ate was phenomenal! Chef Cody is also personable and easy to talk to.

Chef Overall: 5
Food Quality: 5
Cleanliness: 5
Presentation: 5
Communication: 5

Martin W.

November 07 2026Banner Elk, NC

Menu: The Favorites Collection

Emily was great. She is very personable and having her in the kitchen was like having one of the family. We were a party of 9 celebrating my mom and dad’s 50th wedding anniversary. Emily helped in selecting a great menu for our lack of frills family and prepared everything with excellence. The talking got very minimal once the meal was served. She helped take pictures and clean up. We even enjoyed some the potatoes as sides with breakfast. All in all would highly recommend Emily and the Food Fire & Knives experience.

Chef Overall: 5
Food Quality: 5
Cleanliness: 5
Presentation: 5
Communication: 5

Lynette Horton

November 07 2026Candler, NC

Menu: Pasta Night

Chef Andrea was WONDERFUL!! She was so thorough, very efficient and so pleasant to work with!! We also enjoyed her sharing her stories and experience with us!! We did the Italian night and it was DELICIOUS!! Highly recommend!!!

Chef Overall: 5
Food Quality: 5
Cleanliness: 5
Presentation: 5
Communication: 5

Chef Andrea Replied to Lynette Horton

Thank you!

Annie Prusky

November 05 2026Richmond, ME

Menu: Cozy Maine Brunch (ORC-189981)

We had a fabulous experience with Brandy! She helped us think creatively about how to put together a fancy brunch, made lots of delicious food and packed up the leftovers, and the presentation was way beyond any expectations. I unequivocally recommend Brandy for any experiences and would love to work with her again!

Chef Overall: 5
Food Quality: 5
Cleanliness: 5
Presentation: 5
Communication: 5

Wendy Harper

November 04 2026Temecula, California

Menu: A Taste of The South

Chef Hannah did an amazing job first and foremost with communication prior to our event. She arrived promptly and began preparing. The food was extremely tasty and quality was evident. We were so comfortable with her presence, she was very professional.

Chef Overall: 5
Food Quality: 5
Cleanliness: 5
Presentation: 5
Communication: 5

Charleston, SC Private Chef Catering With a Twist

The FFK chef’s mission is to do it all. So, on event day everything you need, from food to cleaning supplies to equipment arrives at your door, ready to roll. And as the party winds down, your chef returns your kitchen to pristine order. All you need to do is post your fabulous party pictures on social media!

And your guests leave dazzled! Having enjoyed an evening of amazing cuisine, they’ve been treated to food knowledge and prep tips because your chef loves to share. They might even hear some professional kitchen anecdotes! FFK catering in Charleston, SC goes beyond food, creating an interactive experience that elevates your party.

Your Party, Elevated

For your next party, don’t duke it out with the shopping, cooking, and cleaning. Enjoy the party instead! An FFK private chef is ready to transform your Charleston, SC party with culinary excellence and 360-degree service, so put the work on our plate! Let FFK elevate your party with superior cuisine created by talented professionals. Reserve your private chef now!

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Reserve Your Charleston Private Chef

Private Chef Catering in Charleston, SC

How to Hire a Private Chef for Your Charleston, SC, Event

13 Chefs. Menus Personalized By Our Private Chefs in Charleston, SC

Chef Brittiney

Chef Drew

Chef Andrew

Chef Christopher

Chef Juan

Chef Heyward

Charleston, SC Private Chef Catering With a Twist

Your Party, Elevated

FAQs

Can you walk me through customizing my meal with a Charleston, SC, private chef?

Do I have to provide the ingredients for my Charleston, SC, private chef?

How do you pick the Charleston, SC, personal chefs FFK works with?

What is your cancellation policy?