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.

Cleaning

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

What customers say about yhangry Christmas Catering in Northampton

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

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Chef Victor offered a truly outstanding service, he ensured that the full package was delivered to the highest of standards more impressive given it was for a group of 20, Communication before and ...

Harriet

Chef Victor and Anna were excellent! The food was amazing, with huge portions and the service was incredible. The team went above and beyond, making mocktails and bringing out the birthday cake and cu...

Rezwan

Sean was great! He communicated clearly ahead of the event and accommodated any allergies while still making the most delicious food. Everyone thought it was all delicious and were asking for recipes!...

Meghan

Matt provided us with the perfect evening to celebrate my boyfriend’s 40th Birthday with family. The food was immense, good portion sizes, the level of informality exactly as we’d asked for and they l...

Hayley

We had the most amazing evening. Rather than take 12 of us out for dinner we had restaurant quality food and experience at home and Chef Kasia and Chef Richard created a really special experience for ...

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Chef Abhilasha was just incredible! Her food was outstanding and her company made our special celebration even more special. Her special chia cake was truly the best we have ever tasted! What an incre...

Jess

Amazing experience, really enjoyed Nicoles service. Will be recommending.

Daniel

Lawrence catered a hen do for 8 of us at our AirBnB. We went with a tapas menu followed by individual desserts. Every dish was absolutely superb! Plenty of food and dietary requirements were accommoda...

Rachel

Will was phenomenal and can’t recommend enough. Food was sublime and additionally a great sense of humour and patience…. We had a puppy and a 3 year old! 🙌 Amazing night and great memories created...

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Amazing experience, really enjoyed Nicoles service. Will be recommending.

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

Michael O

5.0(7)

4 Time Chef of the Year Finalist

15 yhangry events

Wellingborough, Northamptonshire

From £40pp / Min spend £200

Matthew J

4.9(43)

AA Rosette Experienced

59 yhangry events

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

From £60pp / Min spend £500

Aaron J

Business Owner | Executive Chef for Mercedes Benz

1 yhangry events

Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire

From £65pp / Min spend £500

Jonathan N

Chef patron of fine dining restaurant for 6 years

3 yhangry events

Kettering, Northamptonshire

From £65pp / Min spend £350

Sade R

5.0(31)

Catered over 100 dinner parties; collaborations with The Cooperative; Jif Lemon

3 yhangry events

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

From £44pp / Min spend £750

Lino D

personal private Chef in my costumers restaurant

Bedford, Bedfordshire

From £38pp / Min spend £300

Danny t

Chef of the Year 2020 Northamptonshire| Fawsley Hall, Kings Head| Cooked for Jay-Z, Claudia Schiffer

Northampton, Northamptonshire

From £85pp / Min spend £850

Tessa W

4.9(64)

Award winning chef with 12+ years of experience | Worked in Multiple Countries, expertise in plant-based cuisines

63 yhangry events

Northampton, Northamptonshire

From £50pp / Min spend £360

Tyrisha

Chef & Food Business Entrepreneur

Bedford, Bedfordshire

From £30pp / Min spend £300

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Experience effortless Northampton Christmas catering with yhangry

Booking Christmas catering in Northampton has never been easier thanks to platforms like yhangry. This holiday season, you can enjoy a feast of local produce and unique dishes right in the comfort of your home. With yhangry, you have access to 138 Christmas caterers offering a diverse range of menus that celebrate local flavours and specialties, perfect for foodies looking to indulge in something truly special.

The challenges of dining out during Christmas

The festive season can be hectic, especially when it comes to eating out. Many restaurants are closed on Christmas Day, and those that are open often struggle to accommodate large groups. This can lead to frustrating experiences for families and friends wishing to celebrate together. Instead of going through the hassle of finding a suitable restaurant, consider the convenience of hiring a caterer.

Why choose yhangry for your Christmas catering?

Choosing yhangry for your Northampton Christmas catering provides numerous benefits:

Wide Variety: With over 16 menus available, you can choose from casual dining, canapés, brunch, BBQ, to even Michelin-starred fine dining tasting menus.
Local Flavours: Experience delicious local dishes crafted from fresh, local produce that reflects the heart of Northampton’s culinary scene.
Convenience: Avoid the crowds and restrictions of restaurants by having a fully catered meal tailored for your group.

Each month, yhangry sees over 40+ customers requesting Christmas caterers in Northampton, with more than 98 customers leaving glowing five-star reviews. The average spend per booking for Christmas catering in Northampton is around £942 for a group of 13 guests, showcasing the value and quality of the services provided.

This festive season, bypass the usual restaurant woes and elevate your celebrations with expert Northampton Christmas catering from yhangry!

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