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

5.00 (40 reviews)

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

From £60 per person

Chef Peter L

5.00 (3 reviews)

Working for numerous Michelin starred chefs in Lon

From £45 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 West Lothian

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

Excellent

Chef Ndapanda exceeded our expectations beyond our wildest dreams. From the service to the food to clean up everything was 5 stars and I would give it more if possible. We hired chef for a birthday di...

Sam

We cannot fault Adam, we had a wonderful experience celebrating my mums birthday. He was punctual, so polite and lovely and the food was truly amazing, he worked really hard and everything was excepti...

Emma

Brad was absolutely incredible, I booked him for a surprise meal to celebrate my engagement and he absolutely surpassed my expectations. Communication prior to the date was fantastic and menu changes ...

Emily

Shirley is so talented and so lovely. Her dishes are both unique and delectable. She was s joy to coordinate, the whole process was very smooth. Would highly recommend.

Anna

Rachel was great, delicious cocktails and food were served it was so nice to sit back and not have to think about anything- she even did the washing up! Thank you so much!

Annie

Sam

Emma

Emily

Shirley is so talented and so lovely. Her dishes are both unique and delectable. She was s joy to coordinate, the whole process was very smooth. Would highly recommend.

Anna

Rachel was great, delicious cocktails and food were served it was so nice to sit back and not have to think about anything- she even did the washing up! Thank you so much!

Annie

Sam

Emma

Emily

Shirley is so talented and so lovely. Her dishes are both unique and delectable. She was s joy to coordinate, the whole process was very smooth. Would highly recommend.

Anna

Rachel was great, delicious cocktails and food were served it was so nice to sit back and not have to think about anything- she even did the washing up! Thank you so much!

Annie

I had the pleasure of hiring Shaloma to come and cook for my wife’s 50th party, Shaloma was very professional, an eye for detail, very engaging and very friendly. The food was of a very high standard ...

Nigel

Shirley was amazing! We had a Japanese menu and we loved the food, especially the yuzu cheesecake and prawn gyoza! The service was great and Shirley was a pleasure to chat with. Overall a fantastic ev...

Amelia

John was amazing! Great chef and we really enjoyed his company!

Sorrel

Chef Kate was absolutely brilliant. The food she made was superb and the kitchen was left spotless, which was really helpful! Would highly recommend and use again.

Isobel

Manila prepared a fabulous celebration dinner for our family. The scallop starter was divine. The whole group thoroughly enjoyed our main course of duck as well as the pear and blackberry crumble pudd...

Caroline

Nigel

Amelia

John was amazing! Great chef and we really enjoyed his company!

Sorrel

Chef Kate was absolutely brilliant. The food she made was superb and the kitchen was left spotless, which was really helpful! Would highly recommend and use again.

Isobel

Caroline

Nigel

Amelia

John was amazing! Great chef and we really enjoyed his company!

Sorrel

Chef Kate was absolutely brilliant. The food she made was superb and the kitchen was left spotless, which was really helpful! Would highly recommend and use again.

Isobel

Caroline

Our top Christmas Caterers in West Lothian

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

Yassine E

Chef Yassine: 18 yrs experience

1 yhangry events

Inverkeithing, Fife

From £75pp / Min spend £200

Steven m

5.0(3)

12years+ of experience in AA Rosette hotels

19 yhangry events

Edinburgh, Midlothian

From £31pp / Min spend £325

Sarah N

5+ years experience across a range of cuisines

4 yhangry events

Edinburgh, Midlothian

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Babatunde

Ex Gordon Ramsay's Bread Street, Murray Field, The Balmoral and the Pompadour

50 yhangry events

Edinburgh, Midlothian

From £25pp / Min spend £188

rising star

Peter L

5.0(3)

Working for numerous Michelin starred chefs in Lon

9 yhangry events

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £45pp / Min spend £200

super chef

luxury

Sam S

5.0(40)

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

54 yhangry events

Glenrothes, Fife

From £60pp / Min spend £250

Georgios P

Head chef at Shucks seafood restaurant

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £45pp / Min spend £200

Aaron Q

Working For Hugh Fearnley whittingstall

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £64pp / Min spend £650

Ndapanda

5.0(7)

Worked at Barca Tapas and Ugly Mugg | Rich tapestry of diverse flavours including Portuguese & American-Scottish Fusion

4 yhangry events

Glasgow, Dunbartonshire

From £70pp / Min spend £300

Eadie M

Award Winning Chef,cooked on tv show “The Hour”

Kirkcaldy, Fife

From £50pp / Min spend £450

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Average spend of customers who book christmas catering in West Lothian. Based on 7 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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Experience the best of West Lothian Christmas catering

As the festive season approaches, many start to explore options for West Lothian Christmas catering. Booking a catering service through a platform like yhangry can transform your holiday dining experience. This platform connects you with a variety of local caterers, making it easy to find the ideal menu that reflects the unique flavour of the region.

Local produce and specialty dishes

The beauty of Christmas catering in West Lothian lies in its emphasis on local ingredients. Caterers often incorporate regional specialities such as haggis, neeps, and tatties, alongside other festive delights. This not only showcases the rich culinary heritage of the area but also supports local farmers and suppliers.

Challenges of dining out during Christmas

Visiting restaurants during the Christmas period can be a significant challenge. Many establishments close their doors on Christmas Day, while those that remain open struggle to accommodate large groups. This can lead to overcrowded settings and long waits for tables, which can dampen your festive spirit.

Why choose catering instead?

Booking West Lothian Christmas catering with yhangry mitigates these common pain points effortlessly. With options like casual dining, canapés, brunches, BBQ, and even Michelin-starred tasting menus, you're guaranteed a festive feast tailored to your preferences. On average, customers booking Christmas catering in West Lothian spend around £478 for a group of 6 guests, which often proves more cost-effective than dining out.

Choosing a caterer not only ensures a unique culinary experience but also allows you to enjoy the comfort of your own home, surrounded by family and friends. Make this Christmas memorable by indulging in the flavours of West Lothian.

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