Home Chef Marketplace

REAL FOOD.
REAL PEOPLE.
REAL INCOME.

gh.st connects talented chefs with hungry people near you.
Cook. Earn. Own your time.

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Earnings Calculator

How much
could you earn?

Move the sliders to see your potential monthly income.

Estimated monthly income

$4,250

Based on your inputs · Updated in real time

Orders per week 25

Price per order $30

Hours per week 20

Why gh.st

Built for
real cooks

Keep What You Earn

Industry-leading payout rates. No hidden fees, no surprises. You set your price, you keep your income.

Real People

Build real relationships with customers in your neighborhood through the universal language of food.

Flexible Schedule

Cook on your terms. Accept orders when you want, take breaks when you need. Your kitchen, your rules.

We've Got Your Back

24/7 chef support, secure payments, and built-in insurance. We handle the hard part so you can focus on cooking.

Trusted by chefs & foodies across the country

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50K+

Chefs Onboard

2M+

Meals Served

4.9 ★

Average Rating

300+

Cities Nationwide

From the community

Real stories,
real results

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★★★★★

"I went from cooking for friends on weekends to earning $4,500 a month doing what I love. gh.st changed my life completely — I'm my own boss now."

Maria Alvarez

Home Chef · Los Angeles, CA

★★★★★

"The app makes everything easy — orders, payments, scheduling. I cook 25 meals a week and set my own hours. Never going back to restaurant work."

James Park

Home Chef · Chicago, IL

★★★★★

"As a foodie, I've discovered incredible home cooking I'd never find in restaurants. Fresh, personal, and always made with love. Worth every penny."

Sophie Raines

Foodie Member · Austin, TX

How much does it cost to join as a chef?

Joining gh.st as a chef is completely free. We only take a small platform fee per completed order — no monthly subscriptions, no sign-up costs, no hidden charges. You start earning from your very first order.

When and how do I get paid?

Payouts are processed automatically every Monday for the previous week's earnings. You can receive payments via direct bank transfer, PayPal, or Stripe. Most chefs see funds in their account within 1–2 business days.

Do I need a professional kitchen or certification?

Requirements vary by city and state. Our onboarding team walks you through local regulations during sign-up. Most home chefs cook from their own kitchen with a basic food handler's permit — we'll help you get set up the right way.

Is gh.st available in my city?

gh.st is live in 300+ cities and growing fast. Enter your zip code during sign-up to check availability. Even if we're not in your area yet, you can join the waitlist and we'll notify you the moment we launch near you.

How does gh.st ensure food safety?

Every chef on gh.st goes through identity verification and a food safety review. We provide optional training resources and partner with local health departments to ensure compliance. Customer reviews and ratings also help us maintain high standards.