Pampered Chef

3.5 / 5
A kitchen tools and cookware company, founded in 1980 and owned by Berkshire Hathaway, where Consultants sell through cooking shows and online parties.
Monthly cost
$17
Category
Network marketing
Last updated
October 13, 2026

Pros

  • Well-known brand with a loyal customer base
  • Low-cost launch kits are often offered as promotions
  • Products are easy to demonstrate at cooking shows
  • Backed by Berkshire Hathaway

Cons

  • Personal website costs $17 a month after the first 90 days
  • Kit prices and rebate offers change often
  • Promotional rebates require minimum sales in your first 30 days
  • Sales depend on booking parties and shows

Verdict

Pampered Chef suits people who love cooking and enjoy hosting. The low-cost launch kit offers make it cheap to try, as long as you read the sales requirements that come with them.

Steady income depends on booking a regular calendar of shows, in person or online.

Questions

How much does it cost to become a Pampered Chef Consultant?
When we checked in October 2026, launch kits ran from $50 to $200, with a $30 kit offered for October only. Kits and offers change often, so check the official consultant page for the current choices.
Is there a monthly fee?
Your personal website is included for the first 90 days, then costs $17 a month, or $14 a month if you prepay for 12 months. After your kit, there are no minimum purchases and no inventory to buy.
Are there sales requirements?
To stay active and keep earning full commission, you submit $150 in commissionable sales each month. To stay eligible to sell at all, you need at least $20 in sales within six months.
Can I sell Pampered Chef online?
Yes. Consultants can run online parties and share a personal website, as well as host in-person cooking shows.
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