In Home Ingredient Prep Session

In-Home Ingredient Prep Sessions

2 Hours | Personalised Ingredient Preparation

Less chopping. Less prepping. More ease in your everyday life.

Sometimes it’s not the cooking that’s overwhelming. It’s everything that comes before it.

The washing, peeling, chopping, portioning, marinating, mixing and getting everything organised so you can actually get on with making your meals.

That’s where I come in.

With over 27 years of professional cheffing experience across fine dining, cafés, pastry and organic kitchens, alongside training in holistic nutrition, I offer a practical, flexible in-home ingredient prep service designed to make everyday cooking a whole lot easier.

I come into your kitchen and spend two dedicated hours preparing your ingredients, organising your food and getting you ahead for the days to come.

You provide the ingredients. I take care of the prep.

Simple, practical and tailored to you.

Two Ways to Make It Work:

1. You’ve Already Got a Plan

You’re organised. You’ve chosen your recipes, done the shopping and know exactly what you’d like prepared.

You just don’t want to spend hours doing it yourself.

Perfect.

Have your ingredients and containers ready, show me what you need, and I’ll get straight into prepping.

2. Let’s Work It Out Together

Maybe you’ve done your shopping but aren’t quite sure what to do with everything. Or perhaps you want to get organised and do the shopping but need a little guidance.

We can collaborate on a practical prep plan based on your food preferences, household needs and what you’d like to have ready for the week.

If we’re planning ahead, I can also help create a shopping list so everything is ready for your session.

Either way, the goal is the same: less work for you and more ease in your kitchen.

What Can We Prep?

Every session looks a little different, depending on your ingredients, preferences and priorities.

Here are some examples of what we can get done:

Vegetables & Fresh Produce:

• Wash, peel, chop and portion vegetables.

• Prepare salad ingredients and fresh produce.

• Prep vegetables for roasting, stir-fries, soups and everyday meals.

• Organise ingredients into containers for easy access.

Proteins & Marinades

• Portion and marinate meat or chicken.

• Prepare proteins ready for cooking/ Or Pre cook proteins for ease.

• Mix homemade marinades, rubs and seasonings.

Sauces, Dressings & Extras

• Homemade sauces and salad dressings.

• Dips, spreads and simple condiments.

• Chia puddings, overnight oats and breakfast prep.

• Homemade muesli bars, Muesli, bliss balls, cookies or other simple snacks.

Kitchen Organisation

• Portion and organise prepared ingredients.

• Label and store ingredients appropriately.

• Help create a more practical, ready-to-use fridge.

These are examples, not a fixed menu. We’ll decide together what matters most to you and what can realistically be achieved within your session.

What’s Included

• 2 hours of professional in-home ingredient preparation.

• A flexible, personalised prep plan based on your priorities.

• Ingredient washing, chopping, portioning, marinating and basic food preparation.

• Simple sauces, dressings, snacks or breakfast prep where time allows.

• Optional pre-session collaboration and shopping-list guidance.

• Appropriate storage and organisation of prepared ingredients.

• Kitchen workspace clean-up before I leave.

How It Works

Before Your Session

You can choose to have your own recipes, ingredients and a clear plan, or we can connect beforehand to discuss what you’d like to achieve.

If you need help deciding what to prep, we’ll work together to create a realistic plan and shopping list.

You purchase the ingredients and have everything ready in your kitchen before I arrive.

During Your Session | 2 Hours

Prior to this we will have confirmed our priorities and get straight into prepping.

I’ll work through as much as I can comfortably achieve within our two hours, focusing on the tasks that will make the biggest difference to your week.

As a professional chef, I’m experienced in working efficiently and making the most of the time available.

Once I’m finished, I’ll organise the prepared ingredients, store them appropriately and leave your kitchen tidy.

A Few Things to Know

Flexible, Not Unlimited

Unlike my In-Home Meal Prep Sessions, which focus on preparing complete family meals, this service is all about getting your ingredients and kitchen basics ready for you to use.

Every household is different, so there isn’t a set number of items or recipes included.

We’ll agree on priorities and work through as much as realistically possible in two hours.

Your Ingredients, Your Kitchen

All ingredients are purchased and provided by you.

Please have a clean, accessible kitchen, suitable equipment and storage containers available before your session begins.

For first-time bookings, I may request a few photos or a brief virtual walkthrough of your kitchen to help me plan.

A Done-for-You Prep Service

This is a practical ingredient preparation service rather than a cooking lesson.

You’re welcome to be home, and I love collaborating on your food ideas. However, once we’ve agreed on our prep plan, uninterrupted working time helps me get the most done for you.

Flexible Booking Options

Sessions can be booked individually, making them ideal for those weeks when life gets particularly busy.

If you’d prefer ongoing support, longer sessions or regular weekly or fortnightly ingredient prep, please get in touch to discuss a personalised arrangement.

Discounted multi-session packages are also available.

Who Is This For?

• Busy people who enjoy cooking but don’t enjoy all the preparation.

• Families wanting a head start on weekday meals.

• People who already plan and shop but need help getting everything ready.

• Households wanting more whole-food options readily available.

• Anyone wanting to make everyday cooking feel simpler and more manageable.

Your Investment

Single Session - 2 Hours $120.00

Extended Sessions & Multi-Session Packages

Available by arrangement, with package pricing for regular bookings.

Ingredients are purchased and provided by the client. Sessions are subject to availability.

Service Areas

West Auckland • Auckland City • North Shore

Other areas may be available by arrangement, with additional travel costs where applicable.

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A little preparation goes a long way.

Imagine opening your fridge to find your vegetables chopped, your proteins marinated, your dressings made and a few homemade snacks ready to enjoy.

All the little jobs done, so you can spend less time preparing and more time doing whatever else matters to you.

I’ll take care of the prep. You take it from there.