How much is a private/personal chef in the UK?

Customers booking a private or personal chef for an event usually spend £700 for a group of 10 people. The per person pricing varies depending on the number of people and the particular chef's minimum spend.

What is included in the costs of a private chef?

The cost of a private chef covers the cost of Ingredients, meal preparation, cooking, serving, and cleanup.

What equipment do I need to provide for the private chefs?

Mostly yhangry private chefs carry their own equipment, so you won't need to assist with any. However, ensuring the basic cooking amenities like blenders, stoves and crockery are available is essential.

Do I need to provide ingredients or the private chef will get it?

You can provide your own ingredients if you're seeking to lower the overall expense. However, yhangry private chefs mostly bring their own freshly-sourced ingredients and premium-quality meats to prepare scrumptious meals.

What type of ingredients do the private chefs use?

Most chefs have their favourite suppliers for specific produce. Simply ask the chef you're looking to book about where they source their produce and let them know if you have a particular preference, e.g. for organic ingredients.

Does the private chef bring waitstaff?

Depending on the size of your group, the chef might bring waitstaff at their discretion. If you definitely want waitstaff, simply mention this in your request and ask the chef to include this in their quote.

What is the minimum spend

Personal and private chefs on yhangry set their own minimum spend which ranges depending on the chefs experience. The lowest minimum spend by any chef on the platform is £200, the majority of chefs have a minimum spend between £500-£1000. Some chefs have a minimum spend of £3000.

Are the chefs insured?

Yes, all our chefs are covered by public liability insurance for bookings made on the yhangry platform.

Do Yhangry private chefs clean up after cooking?

Yes, yhangry private chefs clean up after cooking and leave your kitchen as it was at the start.

What is the cancellation policy?

If you cancel your private chef more than 7 days before your event date, we offer a 100% refund. Exceptions apply for peak days such as Christmas Day (25th Dec) and NYE (31st Dec) - we do not offer refunds for cancellations on those days.

What payment options are available to book a private chef?

We offer 3 different types of payment options: 1. Pay in full 2. Pay a 10% deposit: The remaining 90% is charged to your card 1 month before the event date.* 3. Split the bill: While placing the booking you just pay for yourself. You'll receive an email with a payment link to share with the remaining guests to pay their share. All guest payments from guests need to be settled 1 month prior to the event date.* *Only available if your event date is more than 5 weeks away.

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Chef Paola L

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The caterer arrives 2 hours before the event and brings all the ingredients as well as equipment and crockery if needed.

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Depending on the nature of your event, you can tell the caterer to interact with the group or be more discreet.

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The caterer will always clean the kitchen and all equipment used.

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Perfect class as always with Ben!! Five stars

Liana

I hired Emma for my wife’s Birthday dinner. She cooked for just the two of us and it was fantastic! Emma was very flexible with dietary restrictions and she even prepared food for us to eat for the ne...

Thom

Fantastic experience with Thomas. The food was well presented and delicious. A really special treat for my mother in laws 60th, and he left the kitchen cleaner than when he arrived! Would definitely u...

Gabi

He was amenable adaptable and professional and we had lovely local food

Sara

The food was really great! Sean was very cordial and took time to describe the dishes that we ate during the meal. He was very professional and left the kitchen very clean. Thanks Sean!

Kyle

Perfect class as always with Ben!! Five stars

Liana

Thom

Gabi

He was amenable adaptable and professional and we had lovely local food

Sara

The food was really great! Sean was very cordial and took time to describe the dishes that we ate during the meal. He was very professional and left the kitchen very clean. Thanks Sean!

Kyle

Perfect class as always with Ben!! Five stars

Liana

Thom

Gabi

He was amenable adaptable and professional and we had lovely local food

Sara

The food was really great! Sean was very cordial and took time to describe the dishes that we ate during the meal. He was very professional and left the kitchen very clean. Thanks Sean!

Kyle

Chef Fouad is an amazing chef We hired him for my mum's 60th birthday at a holiday home in bracklesham bay, chef Fouad truly went above and beyond. The menu choice was fantastic. With us being a lar...

Robert

They were lovely, friendly and professional. The food was good in particular the main dishes and the desert. Would recommend!

Emma

Had a fantastic and really special experience! Rebecca did an excellent in working with me to create a beautiful menu and putting on an elegant dinner party with great attention to detail which we enj...

Dammy

Felix and Maki were incredible, they exceeded our expectations. They arrived on time, quietly and efficiently unloaded their kit and found their way around the kitchen straight away. They were so f...

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I hired Chef J to cook for us during a suprise proposal to my girlfriend. I wanted everything to be perfect, and Chef J made that happen! He was incredibly flexible and accommodating with all the chan...

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They were lovely, friendly and professional. The food was good in particular the main dishes and the desert. Would recommend!

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From casual dining to Michelin-Starred fine dining menus, browse our vetted and rated caterers in Cookridge.

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Paola L

5.0(3)

"Best New Chef" award, recognized for innovative fusion of traditional Italian cuisine with global flavors

6 yhangry events

Leeds, Yorkshire

From £45pp / Min spend £200

Terrence M

5.0(14)

Cooked for illustrious figures like Krept n Conan | Trained at Thomas Danby College for Professional Chefs (Leeds) | Speciality: Afro-Caribbean

22 yhangry events

Leeds, Yorkshire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Silivestru G

1* Michelin Trained Chef

2 yhangry events

Harrogate, Yorkshire

From £50pp / Min spend £200

Jack R

Cooking along side Shaun Rankin, 1 star Chef

1 yhangry events

Harrogate, Yorkshire

From £50pp / Min spend £400

Luis S

Award Winning Private Chef of over 15yrs

3 yhangry events

Harrogate, Yorkshire

From £56pp / Min spend £500

Edmar L

Owner and head chef of Blukku ltd

82 yhangry events

Leeds, Yorkshire

From £31pp / Min spend £213

Nathan H

5.0(1)

AA Rosette Experienced | Trained under the renowned classical French chef, David Keir | Cooked for Princess Anne, Robert de Niro, and the BBC

1 yhangry events

Leeds, Yorkshire

From £45pp / Min spend £450

Molly P

Award winning 'Best Chef in Yorkshire' I 'Best Fine Dining Experience'

Leeds, Yorkshire

From £75pp / Min spend £800

Victoria C

Worked with Gordon Ramsay, Hairy Bikers, Marco P.

Harrogate, Yorkshire

From £100pp / Min spend £1000

Eric F

Creating a unique method of cooking meat

Batley, Yorkshire

From £250pp / Min spend £4000

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Booking Cookridge catering services has never been easier, thanks to platforms like Yhangry. With over 60 caterers available in Cookridge, you’ll find a diverse range of culinary options to suit any occasion. From casual dining to Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus, Yhangry offers more than 16 menus for you to explore.

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Foodies will delight in the opportunity to enjoy local produce incorporated into each dish. Cookridge is known for its fresh ingredients, and many Yhangry caterers embrace this by crafting menus that highlight local Yorkshire flavours. Imagine indulging in a delightful Yorkshire pudding or a traditional Wensleydale cheese platter as part of your catering experience.

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With over 176 customers providing 5-star reviews for catering in Cookridge, it’s clear that Yhangry is a popular choice for event catering. Their commitment to quality and service is evident in the glowing feedback from satisfied clients. Whether you’re hosting a small gathering or a grand celebration, Yhangry ensures your catering experience is seamless and enjoyable.

Understanding the cost of catering in Cookridge

The average customer booking catering in Cookridge spends approximately £478 for a group of 10 guests. This investment guarantees that you and your guests will enjoy a remarkable dining experience, all tailored to your specific needs and preferences.

In conclusion, if you’re looking to book Cookridge catering, Yhangry offers a range of options that not only highlight local cuisine but also promise a memorable experience with exceptional service.

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