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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Arrival

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

Cooks & serves

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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Chef Brian was truly amazing! His communication prior to the event was prompt and frequent. The food was DELICIOUS! He's very easygoing and engaging. We were in an Airbnb and the oven went out whi...

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Absolutely perfect! Great communication throughout, flexible the day of, considerate during the event, and literally everyone was raving about the food! Chef Brad worked miracles in my small kitchen a...

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We asked Paul to cater for a hen do hosted at home. Paul cooked incredible food and left the kitchen so clean - it was completely spotless when he left! He also was a lovely guy and interacted with us...

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Your creations were beautiful and delicious!

Monica

Fantastic multi-course meal, accommodating dietary needs brilliantly. Preparation and presentation were outstanding. Wish we were local to the area to engage her for more meals.

Monica

Chef Brian was truly amazing! His communication prior to the event was prompt and frequent. The food was DELICIOUS! He's very easygoing and engaging. We were in an Airbnb and the oven went out whi...

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Corrine

Your creations were beautiful and delicious!

Monica

Fantastic multi-course meal, accommodating dietary needs brilliantly. Preparation and presentation were outstanding. Wish we were local to the area to engage her for more meals.

Monica

Chef Brian was truly amazing! His communication prior to the event was prompt and frequent. The food was DELICIOUS! He's very easygoing and engaging. We were in an Airbnb and the oven went out whi...

Stephanie

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Corrine

Your creations were beautiful and delicious!

Monica

Fantastic multi-course meal, accommodating dietary needs brilliantly. Preparation and presentation were outstanding. Wish we were local to the area to engage her for more meals.

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Superb evening, couldn't have been a better or easier experience. Sam is amazing and the food was delicious. I really enjoyed this and would book Sam again in a heartbeat. Don't sleep on Sam 💜 thanks...

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The event was amazing and my guests were still raving about the food days later. Sam accommodated multiple (dangerous) food allergies, vegans and vegetarians while serving a menu that appealed to eve...

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Everything was perfect! Wonderful and timely communication, arrived early, well prepared, very pleasant and engaging, food was PERFECT and kitchen was left clean! Wouldn’t change a thing-thank you!

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Everything was perfect! Wonderful and timely communication, arrived early, well prepared, very pleasant and engaging, food was PERFECT and kitchen was left clean! Wouldn’t change a thing-thank you!

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Everything was perfect! Wonderful and timely communication, arrived early, well prepared, very pleasant and engaging, food was PERFECT and kitchen was left clean! Wouldn’t change a thing-thank you!

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One of the most exciting aspects of booking catering in Edinburgh through Yhangry is the emphasis on local produce. Many of the caterers delight in using fresh and seasonal ingredients sourced from nearby farms. This includes classic Scottish dishes such as haggis, neeps and tatties, and oysters from the Firth of Forth. Foodies will appreciate the innovation and authenticity that local speciality dishes bring to their events.

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Yhangry makes it incredibly easy to secure the right caterer for your occasion. With an average customer booking £478 for a group of 9 guests, it’s evident that quality catering is within reach. Each month, over 15 customers request caterers in Edinburgh, demonstrating the platform's popularity and reliability. Plus, with more than 162 customers leaving a glowing 5-star review for their catering experience, you can be confident in the choices available.

In conclusion, whether you're hosting a casual brunch or an elegant dinner party, Yhangry’s extensive selection of Edinburgh catering options will cater to all your culinary needs, making your event truly unforgettable.

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