Nothing compares to fresh, hot, home-cooked food prepared according to your family???s taste, spice tolerance, and dietary health goals. Here is the definitive 2026 hiring guide for home cooks in Delhi NCR and Hyderabad.
Cuisine Specialties Available
- North Indian Homestyle: Phulkas, sabzis, dal tadka, rajma chawal, parathas, and rich gravies.
- South Indian Delicacies: Fluffy idlis, crisp dosas, sambar, rasam, curd rice, and Andhra/Telangana curries.
- Jain & Sattvic Cooking: Pure vegetarian cooking strictly without onion, garlic, or root vegetables.
- Health & Diet Specific: Low-oil, low-sodium, diabetic-friendly, keto, and continental salads.
Monthly Salary Expectations in 2026
- Part-Time (Morning & Evening, 2 Meals): ???8,000 ??? ???14,000 / month
- Full Day Cook (10???12 Hours): ???16,000 ??? ???22,000 / month
- 24 Hours Live-In Family Cook: ???20,000 ??? ???32,000 / month
