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 Sam S

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Ex-The Peat Inn (1 Michelin Star), Ex-Savoy Hotel

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Winner of MasterChef the Professionals.

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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 Ballater

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

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Outstanding!! Nick was a perfect compliment to our group😁. He drove 3.5 hours through horrible conditions to create and serve the most delicious Christmas feast. We were fortunate enough to have le...

Rosemary

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

Rosemary

Perfect class as always with Ben!! Five stars

Liana

Thom

Gabi

He was amenable adaptable and professional and we had lovely local food

Sara

Rosemary

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

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

Robert

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

Emma

Dammy

Abbie

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

Robert

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

Emma

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Our top Christmas Caterers in Ballater

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

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Sam S

5.0(40)

Ex-The Peat Inn (1 Michelin Star), Ex-Savoy Hotel

54 yhangry events

Glenrothes, Fife

From £60pp / Min spend £300

Graham W

Chef at 5 Star Venue & Private Dining

Highland Council, Scotland

From £55pp / Min spend £550

Tim M

Cooking real, simple and delicious seasonal food

Moray, Scotland

From £45pp / Min spend £550

David A

AA rosette / Local produce Argyll & Bute /20+ years experience

Argyll and Bute Council, Scotland

From £60pp / Min spend £500

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luxury

Gary M

5.0(1)

Winner of MasterChef the Professionals.

1 yhangry events

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £200pp / Min spend £2500

Alistair F

Trained @ New England Culinary Institute| Worked @ Inverlochy Castle, Grande Roche Hotel.

Elgin, Morayshire

From £40pp / Min spend £300

Aaron Q

Working For Hugh Fearnley whittingstall

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £64pp / Min spend £650

Joseph M

Food Entrepreneur

2 yhangry events

Glasgow, Dunbartonshire

From £50pp / Min spend £300

Filip D

Privet Chef

Perth, Perthshire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Craig G

Being the Sous Chef on the Royal Scotsman Train

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £80pp / Min spend £350

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Average spend of customers who book christmas catering in Ballater. Based on 10 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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Experience the joy of Ballater Christmas catering with yhangry

Booking Ballater Christmas catering this festive season is a seamless experience, especially with the innovative platform yhangry. With 13 dedicated Christmas caterers in Ballater, you can indulge in an array of local produce and specialty dishes that will delight any foodie.

Local flavours that excite

Yhangry offers 16+ diverse menus in Ballater, perfect for every palate. From casual dining and canapés to a luxurious Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menu, there's something to please every guest. Savour local favourites like haggis-stuffed turkey or venison with neeps and tatties, which capture the spirit of Scottish cuisine.

Why choose catering over dining out?

During Christmas, many restaurants are either closed or unable to accommodate large groups, leaving families scrambling for dining alternatives. The pain points of visiting restaurants during the festive season are undeniable; reservations are difficult to secure, and the atmosphere can be crowded and uninviting. With Yhangry, you can avoid these inconveniences by opting for catered meals delivered straight to your door.

The benefits of yhangry's Christmas catering

By choosing Christmas catering in Ballater, you enjoy numerous benefits:

Convenience: No need to battle traffic or find parking—your feast arrives at your chosen location.
Customization: Tailor menus to your preferences without compromising on quality.
Cost-effective: The average customer booking Christmas catering in Ballater spends about £1,872 for a group of 10 guests, making it a reasonable option compared to overpriced holiday dining experiences.

This Christmas, let yhangry handle your Ballater Christmas catering needs, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: celebrating with loved ones.

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