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 Ben M

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Celebrity clientele includes HRH Queen Elizabeth and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak | 1* Michelin and AA Rosette Experienced | International Expertise

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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 Romford

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

Excellent

Amy and her staff were brilliant, the food and service was exceptional

Nnamdi

The chef turned up late but the food itself was delicious and the chef did make up time so we still met our 8pm serving time. Great evening!

Rachel

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

Amy and her staff were brilliant, the food and service was exceptional

Nnamdi

The chef turned up late but the food itself was delicious and the chef did make up time so we still met our 8pm serving time. Great evening!

Rachel

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

Amy and her staff were brilliant, the food and service was exceptional

Nnamdi

The chef turned up late but the food itself was delicious and the chef did make up time so we still met our 8pm serving time. Great evening!

Rachel

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!

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10+ years of culinary expertise | International experience, work at Michelin and Rosette establishments. Chef at Nomadic Dinners.

50 yhangry events

Greater London

From £50pp / Min spend £400

Ben M

5.0(30)

Celebrity clientele includes HRH Queen Elizabeth and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak | 1* Michelin and AA Rosette Experienced | International Expertise

42 yhangry events

Greater London

From £55pp / Min spend £400

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Nadine L

4.9(100)

Chef, Baker & Food Business Entrepreneur

207 yhangry events

Southgate, London

From £33pp / Min spend £320

Luis C

5.0(15)

2* Michelin Experience | Foodpreneur with 20+ years of expertise

25 yhangry events

City of Westminster, London

From £60pp / Min spend £500

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Sean Z

5.0(10)

Starting my own catering business

14 yhangry events

Greater London

From £25pp / Min spend £100

Bonito D

4.8(28)

Head Chef at 5-Star Hotels (Langham, Marriott) | Chef to Premier League Footballers | 30+ Years' Experience

47 yhangry events

Dartford, Kent

From £35pp / Min spend £400

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Average spend of customers who book christmas catering in Romford. Based on 7 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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Booking a Christmas catering service in Romford can transform your festive experience. With the Yhangry platform, you have access to over 341 Christmas caterers right at your fingertips. This vibrant marketplace offers more than just food; it provides an array of gastronomic delights that showcase local produce and specialty dishes, perfect for foodies who appreciate quality and creativity in their festive dining.

The pain points of dining out during Christmas

During the festive season, many restaurants in Romford close their doors on Christmas Day, leaving you with limited options. Those that do remain open often struggle to accommodate large groups, leading to a crowded and sometimes chaotic dining experience. This can quickly become frustrating when you’re aiming for a peaceful celebration with family and friends. Booking a Christmas caterer, particularly through Yhangry, alleviates these concerns.

Why choose Christmas catering in Romford?

With Yhangry, you minimise the stress associated with restaurant dining during the holidays. You can select from 16+ menus, ranging from casual dining and canapés to gourmet brunches and Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus. Each option is designed to please diverse palates while highlighting local ingredients—think fresh ingredients from nearby farms, coupled with classic Romford dishes that locals adore.

Moreover, the average spend for a group of six guests is around £478, ensuring that you receive quality food thoughtfully prepared and served right in the comfort of your home. Over 13+ customers have left glowing 5-star reviews for Christmas catering in Romford, testament to the satisfaction and experience you can expect.

Skip the restaurant hassle this season; embrace the festive spirit with exceptional Christmas catering services from Yhangry, and make your celebration one to remember!

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