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 Mike S

5.00 (32 reviews)

Owning my own restaurant for 10 years

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5.00 (9 reviews)

Owning my own restaurant and being listed for 12 years in the Michelin guide

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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.

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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...

Abbie

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...

Chima

Robert

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

Emma

Dammy

Abbie

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Robert

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

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Our top Christmas Caterers in Southend-on-Sea

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

super chef

Mike S

5.0(32)

Owning my own restaurant for 10 years

47 yhangry events

Rayleigh, Essex

From £50pp / Min spend £450

Chris H

5.0(3)

Michelin and AA Rosette Experienced | Ex-The Fat Duck and Le Champignon Sauvage | Cooked for celebrities including Tom Atkins, Charlton Cole, and Ben Shephard

6 yhangry events

Greater London

From £35pp / Min spend £350

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Damon D

5.0(9)

Owning my own restaurant and being listed for 12 years in the Michelin guide

17 yhangry events

Sittingbourne, Kent

From £50pp / Min spend £350

Seb

6+ Years of experience | Worked at prestigious establishments such as Fenchurch Restaurant in the Sky Garden

2 yhangry events

Billericay, Essex

From £35pp / Min spend £500

COLIN P

Award Winning Mobile Food Chef 4 LUXLife Magazine

1 yhangry events

Brentwood, Essex

From £45pp / Min spend £650

Michelle

5.0(13)

15+ years of culinary expertise | Head Chef @The Plough (AA Rosette)

19 yhangry events

Whitstable, Kent

From £30pp / Min spend £300

CHRIS Y

Cooking at Royal Ascot for CEO

Wickford, Essex

From £70pp / Min spend £650

rising star

Ian S

5.0(2)

20+ years working in Spain, Italy & Thailand

1 yhangry events

Rayleigh, Essex

From £65pp / Min spend £400

Jun N

Chef nick; Hakkasan Mayfair;pan pacific hotel head

Brentwood, Essex

From £88pp / Min spend £888

Shaun S

15 yrs Exp. Trained under Chef Roux. Cooked for the Royal Family.

Chelmsford, Essex

From £100pp / Min spend £700

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

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Experience seamless Christmas catering in Southend-on-Sea

As the festive season approaches, booking Southend-on-Sea Christmas catering becomes essential for many families and businesses. One popular platform to consider is Yhangry, which connects customers with a variety of local caterers. With 202 Christmas caterers in Southend-on-Sea, foodies can explore a range of exquisite menus using local produce, from fresh seafood sourced from the nearby coast to delectable pastries that celebrate regional flavours.

Local delicacies to delight your palate

For those who appreciate unique flavours, Yhangry offers menus featuring local speciality dishes including Southend’s famous jellied eels and freshly caught fish, perfect for making your festive gathering truly special. Choose from 16+ menus available, ranging from casual dining to exquisite Michelin-starred tasting events, ensuring there's something to cater for every taste.

The drawbacks of dining out during the festive season

Dining at restaurants can be a wonderful experience, yet particularly during Christmas, it poses several challenges. Many restaurants are closed on Christmas Day, while those that remain open often struggle to accommodate large groups. This leaves many guests searching for alternative solutions and planning ahead to avoid disappointment.

Why consider Christmas catering in Southend-on-Sea?

Booking Christmas catering in Southend-on-Sea with Yhangry comes with numerous advantages. Not only can you enjoy an exquisite meal tailored to your preferences, but you can also host family and friends comfortably at home or your chosen venue. On average, customers spend around £478 for a group of 9 guests, an investment that means no lengthy waits and no overcrowded establishments.

Let this festive season be about joy and relaxation. Book your Southend-on-Sea Christmas catering through Yhangry, and savour the flavours of the season without the usual restaurant headaches.

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