Private Dining in DeLand, Florida

Your Home.
Our Kitchen.

Restaurant-caliber meals crafted in the comfort of your home. From intimate dinner parties to weekly meal prep, Chefs Arita and Katie bring culinary artistry to your table.

0+ Meals Served
0+ Years Combined Experience
0% Locally Sourced When Possible
0 Dietary Specializations

Meet Arita & Katie

The mother-daughter duo behind every unforgettable meal

Arita Lindsey Managing Chef
Katie R. Lindsey Managing Chef

Food is more than nourishment — it is memory, connection, and celebration. We cook to bring people together.

Rent-A-Chef was born from a shared passion between mother Arita and daughter Katie. Rooted in DeLand, Florida, we believe that exceptional dining should not require a reservation — it should happen right in your home.

Whether it is an intimate dinner party for two or a family celebration for fifty, we bring the full restaurant experience to your kitchen: from menu planning and grocery shopping to cooking, plating, and cleanup. Every dish is crafted with locally sourced ingredients, seasonal inspiration, and the kind of care that only a personal chef can provide.

Locally Sourced
Family Owned
Dietary Flexible
Full-Service

Culinary Experiences

From intimate dinners to weekly nourishment, every service is tailored to your taste

In-Home Dinner Parties

Transform your dining room into a private restaurant. Multi-course meals designed, prepared, and served at your table with full cleanup included.

  • Custom multi-course menus
  • Wine pairing suggestions
  • Full service and cleanup
Book a Dinner Party

Weekly Meal Prep

Healthy, chef-prepared meals ready to heat and enjoy all week. We handle menu planning, grocery shopping, cooking, and packaging.

  • 5 or 7-day meal plans
  • Macro-friendly options
  • Labeled and stored for freshness
Start Meal Prep

Private Event Catering

Elevate your celebrations with bespoke catering. Birthdays, anniversaries, corporate gatherings, and more — all with a personal touch.

  • Events from 10 to 100+ guests
  • Passed hors d'oeuvres & stations
  • Setup, service, and breakdown
Plan Your Event

Cooking Classes

Learn new techniques and cuisines in a fun, hands-on environment. Perfect for date nights, team building, or family activities.

  • Private or group sessions
  • All skill levels welcome
  • Ingredients and recipes included
Book a Class

Holiday & Special Occasions

Let us handle the holiday cooking so you can focus on making memories. Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter — every holiday, handled.

  • Full holiday menu planning
  • Traditional and creative twists
  • Flexible scheduling
Reserve a Holiday

Dietary-Specific Meals

Keto, vegan, gluten-free, allergen-friendly — we craft delicious meals tailored to any dietary need without sacrificing flavor.

  • Keto, vegan, paleo, Whole30
  • Allergen-free accommodations
  • Nutrition-conscious plating
Discuss Your Needs

From Booking to Bliss

Four simple steps to your perfect dining experience

Book

Reach out with your date, guest count, and occasion. We will confirm availability and start planning.

Consult

We discuss your preferences, dietary needs, allergies, and flavor profiles to design your perfect menu.

Cook

We arrive, shop, prep, and cook everything fresh in your kitchen. Your home fills with incredible aromas.

Enjoy

Sit back and savor every bite. We plate, serve, and clean up so you do not lift a finger.

Rave Reviews

"Arita and Katie made our anniversary unforgettable. The filet mignon was cooked to absolute perfection, and we did not have to leave the house. It felt like a five-star restaurant in our own dining room."

Michael R. DeLand, FL

"The cooking class was an absolute blast! Katie taught us how to make fresh pasta from scratch. My kids still talk about it. Great for families and it is obvious how much passion they bring to their craft."

David W. Deltona, FL

Ready to Dine Differently?

Your next unforgettable meal is just a conversation away. Let us bring the restaurant to you.

Book Your Chef Today

Book Your Chef

Tell us about your occasion and we will craft the perfect culinary experience

Rent-A-Chef Personal Chef Services LLC

604 East Division St DeLand, FL 32724
By Appointment Only Consultations: Mon – Sat

Serving Greater DeLand & Volusia County

DeLand Orange City Deltona DeBary Lake Helen Daytona Beach Port Orange Ormond Beach New Smyrna Beach Sanford
DeLand, FL 32724