For home chefs · San Antonio launch · Texas

Cook what you love.
Keep everything you earn.

PlateLocal connects home chefs with local diners. You set the menu, the price, and the schedule. We handle booking, payment, and delivery — and we never take a cut of your earnings.

100%
Chef payout
$0
Commission taken
$1.50
Flat per-order fee
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We'll show you exactly what's required in your state and how much you can earn.
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The process
From kitchen to income in 3–4 weeks
01
Get certified
Food handler permit online in 2 hours for $15–40. Home kitchen inspection from your county health dept — typically $50–150.
02
Build your profile
Upload your best dish photos, write your story, and set your cuisine tags. Diners choose you based on who you are — not an algorithm.
03
Post events
List plates for delivery, host a private dinner, or offer weekly meal prep subscriptions. You set the price and the spots.
04
Get paid
Stripe pays you directly. DoorDash Drive handles delivery. 100% of your plate price goes to you — we charge diners a flat $1.50 fee.
Join the platform

Apply to cook on PlateLocal

Takes about 5 minutes. We'll review your application and reach out within 2 business days.

01About you
02Your kitchen
03What you cook
04Confirm
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