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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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.

What customers say about yhangry Catering in North Ayrshire

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Excellent

The chef and her assistant provide first class service under difficult circumstances and my guests were very impressed with them and the quality of the food.

Kenny

Very content with Steven. As expected. Nice chap. Would use him again.

Martyn

We had an outstanding experience with Chef Alexander B! From start to finish, everything was top-notch. The presentation of each dish was beautiful—every plate looked like a work of art—and the flavou...

Emma

after a bit of a worry at the start as Paul had an issue with one of the courses so was a but later than expected, all worked out. Then food was amazing, catering for 11 and two of the party Vegan, P...

Jane

Extremely discreet calm and professional

Orla

The chef and her assistant provide first class service under difficult circumstances and my guests were very impressed with them and the quality of the food.

Kenny

Very content with Steven. As expected. Nice chap. Would use him again.

Martyn

Emma

Jane

Extremely discreet calm and professional

Orla

The chef and her assistant provide first class service under difficult circumstances and my guests were very impressed with them and the quality of the food.

Kenny

Very content with Steven. As expected. Nice chap. Would use him again.

Martyn

Emma

Jane

Extremely discreet calm and professional

Orla

Exceptional service from start to finish. Food was amazing, they were very super engaging and incredibly tidy. Would 100% use them again!! Thank you again Chef!

Kani

We had an amazing evening celebrating a birthday with Hannah cooking for us! Everything was perfect - she was flexible on when the various courses were served, the food was incredible, she was so easy...

Emma

We hired Rajika and her team for our Diwali party. They were great, the food was delicious and the overall experience was awesome. They took over the kitchen and when they left it was clean and spotle...

Hardik

They were great. The food was delicious and our party had a great time. They were delayed in getting to us but that was beyond their control and they kept in touch and didn't prevent them from providi...

Mark

Another brilliant class with chef Ben! He makes the classes so fun and the food we end up making is delicious! Can't recommend him enough!

Mariana

Exceptional service from start to finish. Food was amazing, they were very super engaging and incredibly tidy. Would 100% use them again!! Thank you again Chef!

Kani

Emma

Hardik

Mark

Another brilliant class with chef Ben! He makes the classes so fun and the food we end up making is delicious! Can't recommend him enough!

Mariana

Exceptional service from start to finish. Food was amazing, they were very super engaging and incredibly tidy. Would 100% use them again!! Thank you again Chef!

Kani

Emma

Hardik

Mark

Another brilliant class with chef Ben! He makes the classes so fun and the food we end up making is delicious! Can't recommend him enough!

Mariana

Our top Caterers in North Ayrshire

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

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Peter L

5.0(3)

Working for numerous Michelin starred chefs in Lon

9 yhangry events

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £45pp / Min spend £200

premium

Brian M

5.0(13)

AA Rosette Experience | Cooked for celebrities and HNWI clients | Ex- La Sala Puerto Banus

20 yhangry events

Paisley, Renfrewshire

From £100pp / Min spend £300

Chris O

Running a successful TV & Film catering business

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £40pp / Min spend £400

Steve S

Winner conde naste best food at sea luxury brand

Dumbarton, Dunbartonshire

From £60pp / Min spend £300

Craig G

Being the Sous Chef on the Royal Scotsman Train

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £80pp / Min spend £350

Georgios P

Head chef at Shucks seafood restaurant

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £45pp / Min spend £200

Ndapanda

5.0(7)

Worked at Barca Tapas and Ugly Mugg | Rich tapestry of diverse flavours including Portuguese & American-Scottish Fusion

4 yhangry events

Glasgow, Dunbartonshire

From £70pp / Min spend £300

Aaron Q

Working For Hugh Fearnley whittingstall

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £64pp / Min spend £650

luxury

Gary M

Winner of MasterChef the Professionals.

1 yhangry events

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £200pp / Min spend £2500

Nick R

5.0(7)

Ex-Stoke House, Melbourne Fine Dining and Luxury Hotel Chef

64 yhangry events

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £40pp / Min spend £350

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Our most popular cuisines in North Ayrshire

Enjoy authentic world cuisines at your dining table in North Ayrshire.

Exploring North Ayrshire catering with Yhangry

If you're looking for exceptional North Ayrshire catering services, Yhangry is the platform to consider. With 19 caterers offering various cuisines, you have access to a delightful selection of food that highlights the best of local produce and specialities.

A culinary journey through local flavours

Booking catering in North Ayrshire via Yhangry allows you to experience the rich culinary heritage of the region. Foodies will appreciate the opportunity to savour local delicacies such as haggis, neeps and tatties, or opt for fresh seafood dishes featuring indulgent selections from the nearby Ayrshire coast.

Diverse menu options for every occasion

Yhangry boasts over 10 menus in North Ayrshire, ensuring there's something for everyone. Whether you’re interested in casual dining, elegant canapes, a hearty BBQ, or even a Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menu, you can easily find the perfect match for your event.

A cost-effective solution for your gatherings

When it comes to making a booking, the average spend for catering in North Ayrshire is approximately £572 for a group of 4 guests. This investment not only ensures top-quality ingredients but also provides a memorable culinary experience that will delight your guests.

With Yhangry, booking a caterer in North Ayrshire has never been easier or more rewarding.

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