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All Nasi Kuih Mamak
Nasi Lemak Ayam Mak Cik Fatimah Β· 1.2km
4.9
Beef Rendang Kak Siti's Kitchen Β· 0.8km
4.8
Today's earnings RM 247.50 β–² 18% vs yesterday
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4.8β˜…App Store rating
9:41 ●●● 5G
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Order placed9:24 AM
Mak Cik Fatimah cooking9:28 AM Β· fresh batch
On the way with AmanETA 12 min Β· 2.4 km away
Deliveredβ€”
Nasi Lemak Ayam Γ—1 Β· RM 12.90
4.9
Total paid RM 16.40 incl. RM 3.50 delivery
28-min delivery
Made fresh
1.2 km away
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Mak Cik Fatimah

Nasi Lemak AyamCooking Β· 8 min
4.9
Today's earnings RM 247.50 β–² 18% vs yesterday
Beef RendangRM 16.90
Satay AyamRM 12.00
Mee GorengRM 7.50
Kuih LapisRM 6.50
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Why HomeFood

Earn real money from your kitchen.

HomeFood empowers home cooks to build sustainable income. No restaurant experience needed. No startup costs. Just your passion for cooking.

Earn RM2,000–RM8,000 monthly

Real income from your kitchen. No overhead. No staff. You keep 70% of every order.

Work your own hours

Cook when you want. Take breaks when you need. Built for parents, students, and side hustlers.

Smart order alerts

Instant notifications. Accept or decline based on your capacity. Never miss an opportunity.

Real-time order tracking

Monitor every order from purchase to delivery. Track your rider live on the map.

Food safety support

Guidance on hygiene, storage and packaging. Optional certifications boost your earnings.

Build your reputation

Verified customer reviews. Higher ratings = more orders = more income. Transparency wins.

Easy-to-use app

Simple dashboard for orders, earnings, and chats. Works on every phone. Zero tech skill needed.

Instant daily payouts

Withdraw to your bank account daily. No waiting. No hidden fees. Money when you need it.

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Simple process

Start earning in 4 steps.

No complicated setup. No hidden requirements. Just download, set up, and start earning.

  1. 01

    Download & sign up

    Download HomeFood. Create your home cook account in 2 minutes. Completely free.

  2. 02

    Complete your profile

    Add your specialties, dish photos, and pricing. Tell customers about your cooking style.

  3. 03

    Receive orders

    Customers place orders. You get instant alerts. Accept what fits your schedule.

  4. 04

    Earn & grow

    Cook, deliver, earn 70% per order. Build your rating. Scale at your own pace.

Popular dishes

Authentic home-cooked dishes.

Every dish prepared with passion in real Malaysian kitchens.

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Bestseller
Nasi Lemak Ayam

Nasi Lemak Ayam

By Mak Cik Fatimah
4.9 (2.1k)
Top rated
Beef Rendang

Beef Rendang

By Kak Siti's Kitchen
4.8 (1.4k)
Popular
Satay

Satay Ayam (10 sticks)

By Aunty Zainab
4.9 (3.2k)
Late night
Mee Goreng Mamak

Mee Goreng Mamak

By Kak Norma
4.8 (1.8k)
Visual authority

Images that build trust and influence choices.

Real food, real kitchens, real customers. These images show the authentic home-cooking experience that makes customers feel comfortable ordering.

We use credible, high-quality visuals from trusted sources to reinforce what Malaysian customers expect from home-cooked meals.

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Trusted meal photography

Showcase the rich textures and aromas of Malaysian home cooking so visitors instantly recognise dishes they love.

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Authentic kitchen scenes

Images of real cooking environments trigger trust and make the app feel like a familiar, safe choice.

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Appetite appeal

Psychology-driven visuals

Carefully selected food photography increases appetite appeal and helps visitors picture the delicious meals arriving at their door.

Traditional sweets

Kuih & manisan, straight from the kampung.

Order ondeh ondeh, kuih lapis, seri muka, kuih talam and more β€” handmade by home cooks using family recipes passed down for generations. Steamed fresh on the morning of delivery.

  • Real ingredients, no preservatives
  • Made-to-order, never sitting on a shelf
  • Direct from the cook's kitchen to your door
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Kuih Lapis Pandan

Kuih Lapis Pandan

By Mak Cik Rohaya 4.9
Ondeh Ondeh

Ondeh Ondeh

By Kak Aminah 4.8
Seri Muka

Seri Muka

By Puan Hasnah 4.9
Kuih Talam

Kuih Talam

By Mak Lah's Kitchen 4.7
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Success stories

Real home cooks. Real earnings.

Hear from women and home cooks earning real money from their kitchens.

Mak Cik Fatimah
Mak Cik Fatimah Setapak, KL
RM 5,000/mo
"I started 6 months ago after my husband passed away. Now I earn RM5,000 monthly from my kitchen. My kids can go to school, and I have dignity."
Kak Siti
Kak Siti Subang Jaya
RM 3,500/mo
"Single mother of two. I cook around my kids' schedule and earn RM3,500 monthly. No boss, no stress, just my cooking and my family."
Aunty Zainab
Aunty Zainab Klang, Selangor
RM 6,800/mo
"30 years of cooking experience. HomeFood gave me a platform without restaurant overhead. My satay is famous on the app now."
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Now hiring home cooks in KL & Selangor.

Join thousands of home cooks already earning. More cities coming soon.

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Kuala Lumpur

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Selangor

7,000+ cooks earning
Coming Q3 2026

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πŸŽ‰ Earn more bonuses

Home cook incentives.

Earn extra bonuses and rewards as you grow your home cook business.

RM100

Welcome bonus

New home cooks get RM100 credit after their first 5 orders.

5% extra

Top performer bonus

Earn 4.8+ rating? Get 5% extra commission on all orders.

RM200

Referral bonus

Refer another cook. Both get RM200 when they complete 10 orders.

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  • 28-min avg delivery
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FAQ

Questions about earning.

Can't find your answer? Email support@homefood.my

How much can I earn as a home cook on HomeFood?

Most active cooks earn between RM2,000 and RM8,000 per month. Top performers cooking full-time can exceed RM10,000. You keep 70% of every order. Earnings depend on hours, ratings, and dish variety.

Which cities can I cook in?

We're currently active in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor. Penang and Johor Bahru are launching in Q3 2026 β€” sign up now to be notified when your area opens.

Do I need cooking experience or a food business license?

No experience or license is required to start. We provide free guidance on food safety, hygiene, and packaging. Optional certifications are available and can boost your visibility and earnings.

What are the requirements to become a home cook?

You need a Malaysian IC, a clean home kitchen, a smartphone, and a bank account for payouts. That's it β€” sign up takes about 2 minutes.

How do I get paid?

Earnings are deposited daily into your registered Malaysian bank account. No waiting periods. No hidden fees. You can also withdraw on demand from the app.

Can I work part-time or full-time?

Both. You set your own hours and toggle availability anytime. Many of our cooks are parents and students who cook a few hours a day.

What if I can't fulfill an order?

Simply decline incoming orders that don't fit your capacity. You can also pause new orders any time from the app β€” no penalty.

How do I get more orders and higher earnings?

Maintain a 4.8+ rating, post clear dish photos, respond quickly to orders, and keep a varied menu. Top performers also unlock 5% extra commission.

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