Chefs & Caterers

From dockside prep to full galley service, dining and beverage providers transform charter experiences into unforgettable culinary journeys on Lake Michigan. Whether you specialize in craft cocktails, multi-course tasting menus, or brunch service with a Chicago skyline backdrop, our guests expect the best.

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Who This Is For

We work with experienced service professionals in this category. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you.

✓Private chefs
✓Catering companies
✓Bartenders
✓Sommelier services
✓Coffee and tea service
✓Meal prep specialists
✓From dockside prep to full galley service

What Services Fit

Example service packages and pricing guidance for Chicago charter bookings.

Brunch Service (3 hours)

$400 -- $600

Fixed-fee package

Cocktail & Appetizer Hour

$35 -- $55 per person

Per-person rate

Private Chef Dinner (4 hours)

$600 -- $800+

Fixed-fee package

Bartender / Mixologist

$75 -- $125 per hour

Hourly rate

Requirements

All providers must meet baseline insurance and compliance requirements, plus any category-specific credentials.

Baseline Requirements

  • ✓General Liability Insurance ($1,000,000 minimum)
  • ✓Additional Insured chain: The Playpen Enterprises LLC + vessel owner

Category-Specific Credentials

  • ✓Food Handler Certification
  • ✓Catering License

Operational Constraints

  • •Must comply with vessel galley limitations
  • •Alcohol service requires separate liquor liability coverage

How Pricing Works

You set your own rates. Playpen provides the platform, the clientele, and the booking infrastructure.

80-85%

Keep of every booking

0%

Platform cut on tips

48 hrs

Paid after completed charter

3

Pricing models to choose from

Three Pricing Models

Hourly Rate

Charge per hour of service. Best for DJs, bartenders, photographers, and other time-based work.

Per-Person Rate

Charge per guest. Best for catering, wellness sessions, and group experiences.

Fixed-Fee Package

One flat price for the entire service. Best for decor setups, content packages, and transportation.

Ready to Join as a Chefs & Caterers Provider?

Apply today and start serving premium charter guests on Lake Michigan this season.

Apply as a Provider

Questions? Contact our provider team at concierge@theplaypen.com