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 Simon M

Held the position of Senior Sous Chef in a 2 Michelin Star Restaurant for 3 years, Worked under Gordon Ramsey and Marco Pierre White, held 3 rosettes in my own name

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Chef Paul D

5.00 (11 reviews)

International Experience | Ex- Simpsons in Birmingham | Cooked for celebrities such as Rosemary Shrager

From £35 per person

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Arrival

The chef 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 chef to interact with the group or be more discreet.

Cleaning

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

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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

I hired Chef J to cook for us during a suprise proposal to my girlfriend. I wanted everything to be perfect, and Chef J made that happen! He was incredibly flexible and accommodating with all the chan...

Chima

Shaloma was amazing! She made the whole process so easy, and prepared the most delicious three course lunch for a hen party. Everyone was impressed by the quality of the food, and it was the highlight...

Charlotte

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

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Charlotte

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

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We had a fantastic meal cooked by Benjamin. We went for the Spanish tapas sharing menu for my Dad's 60th Birthday and it was excellent. The food kept on coming, it was all freshly cooked and tasted de...

Emily

Chef Felix and Maki were incredible! Cooked a delicious Asian menu for a birthday celebration and really made the meal a unique and unforgettable experience. Food was divine and they were amazing in t...

Sana

Rachel was fantastic. The food was really elevated and perfectly executed. I have used other Yhangry chefs and Rachel has been the best by far. From canapés to mains to dessert the food was ex...

Ashley

Shirley was an absolute legend! Confident, experienced and charming. She worked efficiently and was more than able to field all of our questions. It was a very special night for my husband’s birthday...

Maurey

WOW! What an evening with Georgina. We booked Georgina for my 50th birthday with 8 adults. Georgina made us the most amazing food and was happy to explain how she had prepared the food and how she w...

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Rachel was fantastic. The food was really elevated and perfectly executed. I have used other Yhangry chefs and Rachel has been the best by far. From canapés to mains to dessert the food was ex...

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Rachel was fantastic. The food was really elevated and perfectly executed. I have used other Yhangry chefs and Rachel has been the best by far. From canapés to mains to dessert the food was ex...

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From casual dining to Michelin-Starred fine dining menus, browse our vetted and rated private chefs in Wash Common.

Paul D

5.0(11)

International Experience | Ex- Simpsons in Birmingham | Cooked for celebrities such as Rosemary Shrager

23 yhangry events

Basingstoke, Hampshire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Matthew R

Finalist UK National Chef of the Year 2024| Michelin Star|Northcote, Aria| Cooked for Celebrities.

1 yhangry events

Berkshire

From £200pp / Min spend £450

Susan

Free lanced/company chef

Reading, Berkshire

From £25pp / Min spend £200

Ryan S

23 years as a chef living it everyday

Hampshire

From £45pp / Min spend £500

John O

5.0(2)

Michelin-Star Experienced, Euro-Toques Ireland Finalist; ex L'Ortolan,

3 yhangry events

Newbury, Berkshire

From £25pp / Min spend £375

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Simon M

Held the position of Senior Sous Chef in a 2 Michelin Star Restaurant for 3 years, Worked under Gordon Ramsey and Marco Pierre White, held 3 rosettes in my own name

1 yhangry events

Berkshire

From £150pp / Min spend £1500

Sarah W

5.0(1)

7+ years of culinary expertise | Two Michelin Star experience | Leith’s School of Food and Wine | Supper Club Host

2 yhangry events

Thatcham, Berkshire

From £65pp / Min spend £300

Miyoung F

4.9(16)

10+ years of Seasoned expertise in Authentic Korean Cuisine | Great Taste Award | Culinary Instructor & Korean Food Producer

10 yhangry events

Reading, Berkshire

From £85pp / Min spend £500

Mark T

4.7(17)

2 AA rosette winning chef - Bringing the restaurant to you.

15 yhangry events

Newbury, Berkshire

From £70pp / Min spend £500

Dan

4.0(1)

AA Rosette Experienced | cooked for David Beckham, King Charles, Paul McCartney

1 yhangry events

South Shields, Durham

From £35pp / Min spend £400

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Average spend of customers who book a private chef in Wash Common. Based on 11 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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Experience the luxury of a Wash Common private chef

If you're looking to elevate your dining experience, booking a Wash Common private chef is an exceptional choice. With the help of platforms like Yhangry, you can indulge in exquisite culinary experiences right in the comfort of your home. Yhangry boasts a remarkable selection of 176 private chefs in Wash Common, each offering unique menus tailored to your preferences.

Diverse dining options available

From casual dining to gourmet offerings, there are over 16+ menus available in Wash Common. Imagine hosting a delightful brunch featuring local produce or enjoying the tantalising flavours of a BBQ prepared with fresh ingredients sourced from nearby farms. Foodies will be thrilled to discover local specialities such as Bury Black Pudding and West Berkshire sausages, expertly crafted by talented private chefs.

An unforgettable culinary experience

When you hire a private chef in Wash Common, you can opt for Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus that will amaze your guests. This is often the perfect choice for special occasions or intimate gatherings. Statistically, the average customer spends around £887 for a group of 11 guests when booking a private chef, ensuring a memorable experience without the hassle of restaurants.

Booking a private chef allows you to host a personalised dining affair tailored to your tastes, featuring bespoke menus crafted with love and attention. Whether it's a celebration or simply a gourmet night in, a Wash Common private chef makes every meal a unique journey of flavours.

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