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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Starting from £40 per person

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Chef Mike S

5.00 (31 reviews)

Owning my own restaurant for 10 years

From £50 per person

Chef Ryan C

5.00 (21 reviews)

2* Michelin and AA Rosette Experienced | Ex- The Jolly Cricketers, trained under 2-star Michelin chef Michael Wignall | Cooked for celebrities such as the Clintons, Mary Berry, Girls Aloud

From £35 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 Southwold

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

Excellent

Chef Cayetano was incredible. He provided a three course menu for a hen do and everything was perfect! We couldn’t have asked for more and would definitely use Cayetano again. Thank you so much for ...

Alex

Very pleasant girl. Plenty of food for six, enough leftovers for another dinner for four and still more leftovers for a cauli/broccoli cheese for two and enough beef for a couple of stir fries for two...

Lorna

excellent all round

Lorna

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

Alex

Lorna

excellent all round

Lorna

Ciara

Jessica

Alex

Lorna

excellent all round

Lorna

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

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

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

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

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

Our top Christmas Caterers in Southwold

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

Maggie A

4.8(11)

Specializing in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and North African cuisines

17 yhangry events

Woodbridge, Suffolk

From £60pp / Min spend £400

Connor C-R

4.7(28)

Michelin Star Experience

25 yhangry events

Norwich, Norfolk

From £50pp / Min spend £750

rising star

Mark D

5.0(4)

Norfolk Chef of The Year

8 yhangry events

Norfolk

From £60pp / Min spend £500

Davide C

Executive Chef-Owner Botto Bistro San Francisco Ca

2 yhangry events

Norwich, Norfolk

From £50pp / Min spend £400

Hannah C

1* Michelin + 3 Rosette Trained

Woodbridge, Suffolk

From £79pp / Min spend £500

luxury

Mark B

4.8(44)

Disney Culinary Director & Ex-3 Michelin Star Restaurant Chef

178 yhangry events

Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire

From £38pp / Min spend £375

super chef

rising star

Mike S

5.0(31)

Owning my own restaurant for 10 years

45 yhangry events

Rayleigh, Essex

From £50pp / Min spend £450

premium

trending

Ryan C

5.0(21)

2* Michelin and AA Rosette Experienced | Ex- The Jolly Cricketers, trained under 2-star Michelin chef Michael Wignall | Cooked for celebrities such as the Clintons, Mary Berry, Girls Aloud

37 yhangry events

Ely, Cambridgeshire

From £35pp / Min spend £600

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Explore Christmas catering services in Southwold

Booking Southwold Christmas catering through platforms like Yhangry offers an exceptional alternative for your festive meals. With the holiday season right around the corner, many find traditional restaurant dining a challenge. Restaurants often have limited hours or are closed entirely on Christmas Day. For those lucky enough to find an open venue, accommodating large groups can be a significant pain point.

Discover local produce and speciality dishes

Yhangry connects you to over 53 Christmas Caterers in Southwold, presenting you with an array of local produce and delicious speciality dishes that cater to foodies. With more than 16 menus available, ranging from casual dining to Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus, you can tailor your festive feast to suit your guests. Imagine indulging in local specialties like roast Suffolk turkey or fresh fish from the North Sea, beautifully presented by top-notch caterers.

Why choose Christmas catering over restaurant dining?

Choosing a caterer eliminates the stress of securing restaurant reservations amidst the holiday rush. Not only is this option more convenient, but it also enhances the overall experience. The average customer booking Christmas catering in Southwold spends around £622 for a party of 9 guests, making the investment worthwhile.

Benefits of booking with Yhangry

Yhangry's platform allows you to browse and select from various cuisines and styles, catering specifically to your preferences. With over 6+ customers giving a perfect five-star review for their catering experiences, the quality and service are evidenced. Furthermore, you gain the advantage of enjoying your holiday in the comfort of your home, surrounded by family and friends, while delighting in exquisite food crafted by culinary professionals.

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