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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15+ years of AA Rosette and Michelin experience | Multi-award-winning chef

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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 Buckie

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

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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

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

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

Emma

Jane

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

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

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

We hired Rajika and her team for our Diwali party. They were great, the food was delicious and the overall experience was awesome. They took over the kitchen and when they left it was clean and spotle...

Hardik

They were great. The food was delicious and our party had a great time. They were delayed in getting to us but that was beyond their control and they kept in touch and didn't prevent them from providi...

Mark

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

Hardik

Mark

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

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Our top Christmas Caterers in Buckie

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

Tim M

Cooking real, simple and delicious seasonal food

Moray, Scotland

From £45pp / Min spend £550

Alistair F

Master Chef of Great Britain

Elgin, Morayshire

From £40pp / Min spend £300

premium

Adam

4.5(2)

15+ years of AA Rosette and Michelin experience | Multi-award-winning chef

4 yhangry events

Perth, Perthshire

From £80pp / Min spend £600

Graham W

Chef at 5 Star Venue & Private Dining

Highland Council, Scotland

From £55pp / Min spend £550

Aaron Q

Working For Hugh Fearnley whittingstall

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £64pp / Min spend £650

luxury

Verity H

Michelin trained, Wild plant expertise, 15+ years

Highland Council, Scotland

From £75pp / Min spend £1000

Calum S

5.0(2)

Full-time Private Chef

2 yhangry events

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £45pp / Min spend £375

luxury

Gary M

Winner of MasterChef the Professionals.

1 yhangry events

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £200pp / Min spend £2500

David A

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

Argyll and Bute Council, Scotland

From £60pp / Min spend £500

Connor

Cooked for British Royals, Prince William and Kate Trained at GLION London |

Blairgowrie, Perthshire

From £15pp / Min spend £600

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Experience the best Buckie Christmas catering with Yhangry

When it comes to Buckie Christmas catering, choosing the right service can make all the difference in your festive celebrations. This year, consider booking through Yhangry, a platform that connects you with top-notch Christmas catering options. With 9 dedicated Christmas caterers in Buckie, the variety available is impressive.

Local produce and speciality dishes for foodies

One of the joys of Christmas catering in Buckie is the emphasis on local produce. Yhangry offers an array of menus featuring Scottish specialities that food lovers will relish. From succulent roasted venison, haggis, to delectable Cullen Skink, you'll taste the region's rich culinary heritage. The diverse menus range from casual dining and BBQ options to Michelin-starred fine dining tasting menus, ensuring there's something for every palate.

The pain points of dining out during the festive season

Visiting restaurants in Buckie during Christmas can often be challenging. Many establishments close their doors on Christmas Day, leaving families scrambling for alternatives. For those that do remain open, finding space for large groups can be a hassle, resulting in crowded venues and limited menu selections.

Benefits of choosing Yhangry for Christmas catering

By opting for Buckie Christmas catering through Yhangry, you can avoid these common issues. Firstly, you can enjoy the comfort of dining at home or your chosen venue without the stress of overcrowded establishments. Additionally, the average customer spends around £478 on catering, which, when compared to the price of dining out, can lead to significant savings, especially for larger groups.

In conclusion, booking Christmas catering in Buckie via Yhangry not only provides access to fantastic local dishes but also relieves the pressures often associated with dining out during the festive season. Make your holiday memorable this year with exceptional catering services!

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