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Host an event to remember with a Portland, ME, personal chef from Food Fire + Knives

Q: What’s included when I book an FFK private chef in Portland, Maine?

Think of our pricing as including everything but the kitchen sink—hopefully, you’ve already got one of those! With our all-in, transparent fees, here’s what you get:Menu planning with a professional chefAll ingredients, supplies, equipment, and cleaning products needed for your eventThe complete cooking and serving of an elevated mealGuest entertainment and interactionA spotless kitchen at the end of your eventThe price you see when you book is the price you pay for everything, unless you add guests, courses, or services. Gratuities are not included.

Q: How expensive is it to hire a chef?

Nationwide, our pricing starts at around $150 per person for an appetizer, main course, and dessert. Note that our Portland, Maine, private chefs offer exceptional value and can craft menus to fit a range of budgets. Just click through their offerings to discover some great deals.

Q: What if I invite guests who have dietary restrictions?

When you start your Portland, ME, personal chef booking, you’ll see that you can filter by a range of restrictions and preferences by choosing the “Allergies” button. Vegetarian and vegan diets, shellfish allergies, and gluten-free needs are just a few of the options our chefs can accommodate.

Q: Can I book now and confirm my menu selections later?

Definitely. With an FFK private chef in Portland, Maine, you can book now and choose later. Select placeholder items when booking, and then talk with your chef. You only need to finalize at least 7 days before your event.

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Easy, Breezy Hosting in Portland, Maine

If you think finding a private chef for your next event is too much of a hassle, think again. With our simple booking and transparent pricing, Food Fire + Knives has made it so easy to host parties in style.

Just type your details in and view the chefs who are available for your event. From multi-cultural feasts to wine-and-dine extravaganzas, you’ll find menu options perfect for whatever you have in mind. Make your a la carte meal selections, and in less than 48 hours, you and your chef will be fine-tuning your signature menu. It really is that easy!

How It Works

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.

Prefer to speak to someone to customize your event? Click here

Discover the FFK Personal Chef Experience

Portland, ME—it’s a small city with big flavor. Driven by seafood, sustainability, and creativity, the private chefs of Portland, Maine, punch well above their weight when it comes to delivering dynamic, delicious dishes.

Each chef who partners with FFK is a culinary virtuoso. They come from a variety of backgrounds, and are as comfortable cooking for corporate bigwigs as they are for the kiddie crowd. When you combine that expertise with our comprehensive, 24/7 customer support and worry-free, transparent pricing, you have the recipe for an amazing at-home dining experience. Bon appétit!

3 Chefs. Menus Personalized By Our Private Chefs in Portland, ME

Chef Rey

Private Chef · Serving Portland, ME

5.0· 1 Reviews

Chef Brandon

Private Chef · Serving Portland, ME

5.0· 60 Reviews

Chef Brandy

Private Chef · Serving Portland, ME

5.0· 19 Reviews

You Can Find Us Between

Eat-In & Take-Out

Lanie Carter

November 12 2026Spartanburg, SC

Menu: The Celebration Table

What an incredible experience. We are very very impressed with Brittiney and Food, Fire, & Knives. She was on time, professional, friendly, and fun. We've never hired a private chef before, and we couldn't imagine it being any better. The food was absolutely amazing. I will be craving that short rib for a long time, but all 5 courses were perfect. We wouldn't change a thing. Thanks so much Brittiney!!!

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

Chef Brittiney Replied to Lanie Carter

It was an absolute pleasure. I am so happy you enjoyed your anniversary. I can't wait to tske care of you again!

Kathy Mason2

November 12 2026Glendale, AZ

Menu: Grill Out (ORC-136816)

Chef Greg was an important part of the celebration for my father's 95th birthday BQ and family reunion. He was warm and friendly and a non-stop hardworking griller for 56 people in a 2-hour period. We are all thankful for Chef Greg.

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

Chef Greg Replied to Kathy Mason2

Awww, Thank you!! That means sooo much!!!

Jeannette Williams

November 11 2026Oak Island, NC

Menu: Chef's Favorites

STANDING OVATION! 👏 Chef Brittiney knocked it out of the park! The food was absolutely delicious! She was personable, engaging, took the time to explain each dish and even shared some personal stories of why and how she prepared each course. We felt like we were in a five star restaurant, with the Chef taking the time to come to our table and personally introduce each course! We had a wonderful time! Thank you, Chef Brittiney for making our evening a FABULOUS and MEMORABLE occasion that we will not soon forget!

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

Chef Brittiney Replied to Jeannette Williams

You all were an absolute pleasure to serve. Until next time!

Nicole Wong

November 10 2026Joshua Tree, CA

Menu: 4 Course Chefs Table

Definitely recommend Chef Benjamin! He was easy to coordinate with and arrived promptly. It felt very comfortable having him in our home as we wrangled all the kids to go to bed before dinner. The food was DELICIOUS - everything lived up to expectation and it made for a very special evening while on vacation with friends. Having a foodie experience at our Joshua Tree rental home was everything we'd hoped for!

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

Joanna Kartsonis

November 10 2026Columbia, SC

Menu: Mediterranean, Please

Chef Emily was absolutely amazing! She prepared a birthday dinner for 20 guests, and every dish was outstanding, with truly exquisite flavors! What impressed me most was that her assistant canceled at the last minute, and Emily handled everything herself without missing a beat. She was incredibly organized, efficient, and professional, and left my kitchen absolutely spotless! Her talent and dedication are exceptional. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend!

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

Jennifer Grafton

November 09 2026Litchfield Park, AZ

Menu: Lets give 'em something to Taco bout!

Chef Kevan was fantastic. Communication was top notch prior to the event. He showed up on time, made a fantastic taco bar with all of the fixings, plus a tasty salad and yummy churros. My whole group raved about the food and I would not hesitate to hire him again. And, he and his wife left my kitchen spotless!

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

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!

Deborah Gallarda

November 09 2026Lewisville, TX

Menu: Steakhouse

Chef Michael helped me curate a delicious fall menu for a dinner party at my home. We started with a pomegranate lemonade mocktail infused with rosemary (as our guests do not consume alcohol) paired with bruschetta appetizer followed by butternut squash soup topped with pumpkin seeds and creme fraiche then entree of Filet mignon & scallops cooked to perfection. The bread pudding desert with butterscotch chips topped with vanilla bean icecream and sprig of mint was heavenly. Michael and Jenna were on time, professional and warm, effecient, and catered to our every need. I look foward to future endeavors with Chef Michael and will not hesitate to refer him to family and friends.

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

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!

Have More Fun With a Personal Chef in Portland, ME

Ready to take off the apron and have a good time at your own party? Your FFK chef does all the shopping and all the prep—and cleans up with supplies brought along to ensure everything is spotless! Plus, as the food’s being prepared, your chef chats with everyone, explaining the food they’re about to eat and sharing anecdotes and kitchen hacks to thoroughly engage and entertain them.

This interactive element connects your party guests to the food, enriching an experience they won’t be able to stop talking about. And you’re right there with them, enjoying the party instead of running in and out of the kitchen!

Sophisticated Events With FFK

Experience a new model of sophisticated entertaining with Food Fire + Knives. We connect talented local chefs with foodies, creating memorable events to please even the pickiest palate. With reliable, consistent service, incredible chefs, and transparent pricing, we’ve raised the bar on hosting elevated events.

We’d love to come play with your food, fire, and knives! Book a Portland, Maine, private chef for a culinary experience you’ll never forget!

Host an event to remember with a Portland, ME, personal chef from Food Fire + Knives

Easy, Breezy Hosting in Portland, Maine

How It Works

Discover the FFK Personal Chef Experience

3 Chefs. Menus Personalized By Our Private Chefs in Portland, ME

Chef Rey

Chef Brandon

Chef Brandy

Have More Fun With a Personal Chef in Portland, ME

Sophisticated Events With FFK

FAQs

What’s included when I book an FFK private chef in Portland, Maine?

How expensive is it to hire a chef?

What if I invite guests who have dietary restrictions?

Can I book now and confirm my menu selections later?