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 Fabrice L

4.92 (49 reviews)

Ex-Celebrity Chef (Including Hilary Clinton, Steve Martin, Robin Williams), Ex-1 Michelin Star Chef

From £70 per person

Chef Simona

5.00 (10 reviews)

12yrs+ experience; Michelin exposure;

From £70 per person

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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.

Cleaning

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

What customers say about yhangry Christmas Catering in Reading

Foodies like you share genuine ratings and reviews about their Christmas catering experience, helping you find the perfect caterer.

Excellent

It was lovely to get a text ahead of time from Chef Kasia letting me know they were on their way which set the tone for the evening. Chef Kasia & Chef Richard were punctual; hit the ground running as ...

Timi

Over all Excellent Brilliant and will have him regularly. Very efficient, friendly and story telling very good. Food was excellent

Shila

Ben was absolutely incredible. He was so professional from start to finish and went above and beyond to make sure he gave the best possible service. The food was incredible I cannot fault it one bit. ...

Ciara

Mike was fantastic from start to finish. He went above and beyond for our event and I couldn’t have asked for anything more. Plus when he left it was so spotless that you wouldn’t have even known he’d...

Jessica

Lee was really clear and easy to deal with, the food was delicious and we’d have no hesitation in booking him again! Thank you!

Ben

Timi

Over all Excellent Brilliant and will have him regularly. Very efficient, friendly and story telling very good. Food was excellent

Shila

Ciara

Jessica

Lee was really clear and easy to deal with, the food was delicious and we’d have no hesitation in booking him again! Thank you!

Ben

Timi

Over all Excellent Brilliant and will have him regularly. Very efficient, friendly and story telling very good. Food was excellent

Shila

Ciara

Jessica

Lee was really clear and easy to deal with, the food was delicious and we’d have no hesitation in booking him again! Thank you!

Ben

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

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

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

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

Emma

Our top Christmas Caterers in Reading

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

luxury

Fabrice L

4.9(49)

Ex-Celebrity Chef (Including Hilary Clinton, Steve Martin, Robin Williams), Ex-1 Michelin Star Chef

121 yhangry events

Buckinghamshire

From £70pp / Min spend £750

rising star

Simona

5.0(10)

12yrs+ experience; Michelin exposure;

21 yhangry events

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

From £70pp / Min spend £500

trending

Paul D

5.0(11)

International Experience | Ex- Simpsons in Birmingham | Cooked for celebrities such as Rosemary Shrager

21 yhangry events

Basingstoke, Hampshire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Ash

5.0(6)

Work with Jane Davenshitr, the MasterChef winner | Signature Dish: Caribbean Curry Goat

10 yhangry events

Buckinghamshire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Dan N

Working in a 2 Michelin stared restaurant

1 yhangry events

Marlow, Buckinghamshire

From £150pp / Min spend £400

luxury

Gregory S

5.0(4)

Worked with Gordon Ramsay | Michelin experience

7 yhangry events

Woking, Surrey

From £15pp / Min spend £610

Anoop

Cooked for celebrities like Jax Jones

1 yhangry events

Slough, Buckinghamshire

From £65pp / Min spend £600

Sarah W

5.0(1)

7+ years of culinary expertise | Two Michelin Star experience | Leith’s School of Food and Wine | Supper Club Host

2 yhangry events

Thatcham, Berkshire

From £65pp / Min spend £300

Matt W

Cooked for England Cricket Team & South Africa Rugby Team | 10+ years in French, North African & South African Cuisine | Formerly at Skye Gyngells' Heckfield place

Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire

From £50pp / Min spend £400

Susan

Free lanced/company chef

Reading, Berkshire

From £25pp / Min spend £200

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Average spend of customers who book christmas catering in Reading. Based on 9 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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Average per person spend of customers booking christmas catering in Reading

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Experience exceptional Reading Christmas catering with Yhangry

This festive season, booking a Christmas catering service in Reading has never been easier, thanks to the innovative platform Yhangry. With over 243 Christmas caterers available, you can find the perfect match for your holiday gathering. Whether you're after casual dining, delightful canapés, or extravagant Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus, Yhangry's offerings will impress even the most discerning foodies.

Why choose catering over dining out?

During the Christmas period, many restaurants are closed, and those that remain open often struggle to accommodate large groups. The hassle of booking your favourite eatery can lead to disappointment, especially if you have a larger party. Additionally, the festive rush can result in long wait times and crowded dining spaces, taking away from the joyous spirit you're after. This is where Christmas catering in Reading shines as a more practical and enjoyable solution.

The benefits of booking with Yhangry

By choosing to book a catering service through Yhangry, you benefit from:

Access to 16+ diverse menus, catering to any taste or dietary need
Locally sourced produce, ensuring fresh, seasonal flavours
The ability to host your celebration in the comfort of your own home or preferred venue
Flexibility to choose from casual brunches, BBQ feasts, or intricate tasting menus

On average, customers spending on Christmas catering in Reading is about £927 for a group of 11 guests. With the variety Yhangry provides, you can tailor your menu to suit your event and create unforgettable memories for everyone.

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