Hiring a chef for a party should feel exciting. But if you’ve never done it before, it can also feel unclear. What questions matter? What’s the difference between a private chef experience and basic catering? How do you know you’re bringing the right person into your home or rental? Here’s a practical way to choose a chef for parties in Cape Cod, with less guesswork and more confidence. Start with the kind of party you’re hosting Before you reach out, get clear on the basics: