What is Cooknook?
Cooknook connects talented cooks with local customers.
We believe in providing the shefs in our community — individuals who have always dreamt of building their own food business — the opportunity to make a meaningful income by doing what they love! We also believe that every person should have access to a wholesome, homemade meal at an affordable price. Building a community devoted to economic empowerment and cultural inclusivity — that’s why we started Cooknook.
Why become a Cooknook?
Make real money
It’s completely free to apply. Many shefs make around $1,000 per week.
Be your own boss
Design your own menu, set your own prices and work when you want. We’ll help you with payments, logistics and customer support.
Serve happy customers
We’ll provide you with marketing support so you can share your food with customers across your community.
How to sell on Cooknook
1
Get approved to cook
Sign up and submit a sample of your favorite dishes. Pass the food tasting, complete an accredited food safety exam, and choose your menu of dishes.
2
Pick your schedule
3
Prepare your orders
4
Cool your dishes
Once you’ve finished cooking, safely cool your dishes and prepare them for delivery.
5
Serve your customers
Help when you need it
Talk to us
Reach out to our customer support whenever you have an issue. We’re only a quick email or text away. Our team looks forward to hearing from you and answering your questions.
Pursue your passion
We’ll help you with payments, logistics and customer support so you can focus on what you love: cooking amazing food. We’ll also provide you with marketing support so that customers can fall in love with your food from day one.
Craft your menu
Our team has expert photographers on staff to help you take beautiful photos of your dishes. We’ll help you craft a compelling menu and provide tips on pricing your menu items.
Get advice
We have hundreds of tips and data points available for you to use when designing your food business. Join our weekly informational calls to learn how to improve your menus and build a successful business on Cooknook.
Cooking safely
Food safety training
All applicants are required to pass an accredited food safety certification exam before joining our cooking community. Once you pass this course, you’ll be one step closer to cooking and selling your food safely!
Trusted by thousands of people
Cooknook is used every day by thousands of customers around the United States. We work hard to help our shefs feel taken care of and supported throughout the entire process.
