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 Fabrice L

4.92 (49 reviews)

Ex-Celebrity Chef (Including Hilary Clinton, Steve Martin, Robin Williams), Ex-1 Michelin Star Chef

From £70 per person

Chef Simona

5.00 (10 reviews)

12yrs+ experience; Michelin exposure;

From £70 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.

What customers say about yhangry Private Chef in Reading

Foodies like you share genuine ratings and reviews about their private chef experience, helping you find the perfect chef.

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It was lovely to get a text ahead of time from Chef Kasia letting me know they were on their way which set the tone for the evening. Chef Kasia & Chef Richard were punctual; hit the ground running as ...

Timi

Over all Excellent Brilliant and will have him regularly. Very efficient, friendly and story telling very good. Food was excellent

Shila

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

Timi

Over all Excellent Brilliant and will have him regularly. Very efficient, friendly and story telling very good. Food was excellent

Shila

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

Timi

Over all Excellent Brilliant and will have him regularly. Very efficient, friendly and story telling very good. Food was excellent

Shila

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

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

Another brilliant class with chef Ben! He makes the classes so fun and the food we end up making is delicious! Can't recommend him enough!

Mariana

This was an amazing experience and our guests loved it - Abhilasha was prompt, made delicious food and engaged with us the whole time. We particularly enjoyed learning about her cooking and trying all...

Sunil

Chef Maciej saved the day by stepping in at the last minute. From the moment he arrived, he was calm and professional, setting a relaxed tone in the kitchen and with our guests. Throughout the even...

Kellyann

Hardik

Mark

Another brilliant class with chef Ben! He makes the classes so fun and the food we end up making is delicious! Can't recommend him enough!

Mariana

Sunil

Kellyann

Hardik

Mark

Another brilliant class with chef Ben! He makes the classes so fun and the food we end up making is delicious! Can't recommend him enough!

Mariana

Sunil

Kellyann

Our top Private Chefs in Reading

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

luxury

Fabrice L

4.9(49)

Ex-Celebrity Chef (Including Hilary Clinton, Steve Martin, Robin Williams), Ex-1 Michelin Star Chef

121 yhangry events

Buckinghamshire

From £70pp / Min spend £750

rising star

Simona

5.0(10)

12yrs+ experience; Michelin exposure;

21 yhangry events

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

From £70pp / Min spend £500

trending

Paul D

5.0(10)

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

21 yhangry events

Basingstoke, Hampshire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Ash

5.0(6)

Work with Jane Davenshitr, the MasterChef winner | Signature Dish: Caribbean Curry Goat

10 yhangry events

Buckinghamshire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Dan N

Working in a 2 Michelin stared restaurant

1 yhangry events

Marlow, Buckinghamshire

From £150pp / Min spend £400

luxury

Gregory S

5.0(4)

Worked with Gordon Ramsay | Michelin experience

7 yhangry events

Woking, Surrey

From £15pp / Min spend £610

Anoop

Cooked for celebrities like Jax Jones

1 yhangry events

Slough, Buckinghamshire

From £65pp / Min spend £600

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

Matt W

Cooked for England Cricket Team & South Africa Rugby Team | 10+ years in French, North African & South African Cuisine | Formerly at Skye Gyngells' Heckfield place

Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire

From £50pp / Min spend £400

Susan

Free lanced/company chef

Reading, Berkshire

From £25pp / Min spend £200

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Average spend of customers who book a private chef in Reading. Based on 9 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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£103pp

Average per person spend of customers booking a private chef in Reading

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Experience the luxury of booking a private chef in Reading

Are you ready to elevate your dining experience? Booking a private chef in Reading through the innovative platform Yhangry offers an unforgettable culinary adventure. With over 243 private chefs in Reading, you’re spoilt for choice, whether it’s for a lively dinner party or an intimate family gathering.

Diverse culinary options tailored for you

Yhangry boasts 16+ unique menus that cater to various tastes, including casual dining, canapés, brunch, barbecues, and even Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus. This variety makes it simple to discover a private chef service that aligns perfectly with your culinary desires.

Feast on local produce and specialties

Foodies will be particularly delighted by the emphasis on local produce, allowing chefs to incorporate the freshest ingredients in their dishes. Imagine enjoying a delightful feast featuring specialties such as Reading's renowned sausages or seasonal vegetables sourced from nearby farms. These local flavours add a unique touch to each meal, making it a memorable experience for you and your guests.

Costs and convenience

When booking a private chef service in Reading, you'll find that the experience is well worth the investment. The average customer spends around £927 for a group of 11 guests, which translates into exquisite dining tailored to your preferences. Plus, booking is as easy as a few clicks online, with all details managed for you.

Embrace the opulence and comfort of having a private chef – it’s a culinary journey you won’t want to miss! Whether celebrating a special occasion or treating yourself to a remarkable meal, Yhangry makes it seamless to enjoy the finest private chef experience in Reading.

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