Our Story

Real Food, Cooked in Your Home, Without the Stress

We started with one cook, one kitchen, and a simple idea. This is how I Hate Cooking began.

Available to everyone
Australia-wide service
Real home-cooked meals

"People didn't need more meal kits or delivery. They needed real food, cooked in their own home, without the stress."

How we started

How I Hate Cooking Began

I Hate Cooking was founded by Bek Daley after stepping in to help a friend from church, who was cooking for a loved one with Alzheimer's.

The family had support, but it wasn't ideal. Meals were inconsistent, the friend hated cooking, but was aware that proper nutrition was important.

Bek's gifting is feeding, so In a single visit, she prepared 25 home-cooked meals from a simple, affordable shopping list.

That moment highlighted a clear gap: people didn't need more meal kits or delivery. They needed real food, cooked in their own home, without the stress.

What Problem Does I Hate Cooking Solve?

Many households struggle with

Time
Energy
Skills
Decision fatigue

This includes

Busy families and singles
Carers
Elderly individuals
People with disabilities
Anyone who simply hates cooking

We remove the pressure of daily cooking by delivering a practical, in-home meal preparation service that fits real life.

What Does an In-Home Cooking Service Include?

A professional cook comes to your home and:

Prepares multiple meals in your kitchen

Uses your ingredients (or we organise them for you)

Portions meals into containers

Cleans up before leaving

Most sessions produce

15–25+ meals

per visit.

This is meal prep done for you, in your own home.

How Does I Hate Cooking Differ From Meal Delivery?

Unlike meal delivery services or meal kits:

We don't deliver food, we cook it in your home
No preservatives, additives, no mass production
Meals are tailored to your household, your tastes, and your dietary needs
Your fridge is filled with fresh, home-cooked meals

Think of it as:

A personal chef experience, without the luxury price tag.

Is I Hate Cooking Similar to a Home Cleaning Service?

Yes! That's the easiest way to understand it.

Just like a cleaner comes to your home to clean, we come to your home to cook.

You get the outcome without doing the work.

Who Is I Hate Cooking Best Suited For?

Our in-home cooking service across Australia is ideal for:

NDIS participants needing meal preparation support
Elderly individuals wanting to stay independent
Carers supporting loved ones
Busy professionals and families
People recovering from illness or surgery
Anyone overwhelmed by cooking

What we stand for

Our Values

Inviting someone into your home is personal. These are the standards we hold ourselves to.

Servant Heart

We're Here to Help, Not Take Over

We approach every home with care, patience and respect. This isn't just a service. It's support that fits around your life, your needs, and your preferences.

Family First

We Understand Real Life

We know life is busy, messy, and unpredictable. Our service is designed to take pressure off families, not add to it, with flexible, practical support that actually works.

Fun

We Keep Things Light

Cooking doesn't have to feel like a chore. We bring a positive, easy-going energy into your home and keep the experience relaxed and enjoyable.

Health

Real Food That Supports You

We focus on simple, nourishing meals made from real ingredients. No shortcuts, no unnecessary additives, just food that supports your health and wellbeing.

Abundance

More Than Enough

We don't do skimpy portions or "just enough." Each cook is designed to leave you with plenty of meals, giving you breathing room for the week ahead.

Freedom

Less Thinking, More Living

We remove the daily stress of "what's for dinner?" With meals ready to go, you get your time and mental space back.

Generosity

We Give Where We Can

If there's extra food, we can help pass it on to families in need through community support initiatives. Good food shouldn't go to waste when it can help someone else.

What Services Does I Hate Cooking Offer?

We provide:

In-home cooking services
Meal preparation (15–25+ serves per visit)
Pantry organisation
Cooking lessons (capacity building / Cook Eat Repeat)
Grocery sourcing and delivery
Dietary-specific meal preparation

Can You Do the Grocery Shopping?

Yes. We can organise your groceries and have them delivered before your cook. This removes the need to shop and ensures everything is ready to go. You have complete freedom to indicate exactly what you need for the service. No double ups.

Can I Hate Cooking Support Special Diets and Health Needs?

Yes. We support a wide range of dietary requirements including:

NDIS-related dietary needs
Low FODMAP
Gluten-free
Dairy-free
Diabetic-friendly
And more...

Meals are tailored to suit your household.

Flexible options

Pricing Overview

Flexible options to suit your needs and budget.

Mini Cook

3 dishes (15+ serves)

Pay Upfront & Save: $135

Full Cook

5 dishes (25+ serves)

Pay Upfront & Save: $185

Prepaid Discount

Clients who choose to prepay for their service receive the discounted rates shown above. This option is popular with families and self-managed clients who want the best value. Add-ons available for extra variety and flexibility.

Using Government Funding

We work with a range of funding types including:

NDIS (registered provider)
DVA

Aged Care Packages
WorkCover / Insurance

Relevant NDIS line items include:

Preparation and Delivery of Meals

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Household Duties

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Assistance with Personal Domestic Activities

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Request a quote for the complete list of line items available. Pricing for funded services is aligned with industry guidelines and includes the additional administration, reporting, and compliance requirements involved.

What Areas Do You Service?

We operate across:

All Australian capital cities
Many regional areas

For locations further from our cooks, a small travel fee may apply. If your location isn't available, please reach out, as we are always onboarding new cooks around the country. Check here for a cook in your area.

How Should Meals Be Stored?

Storage options:

Fridge: up to 3 days (2 days for seafood)
Freezer: 3-6 months

Meals are portioned to suit your needs:

Single servesDouble servesFamily-sized serves