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 Gregory S

5.00 (4 reviews)

Worked with Gordon Ramsay | Michelin experience

From £25 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 Woodley

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

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Ben is amazing! Above and beyond and then the kitchen was like he was never there at the end of the night! He even made a small portion for my son who decided he wanted to stay up. Would highly recomm...

Dani

Chef fazlan was great! Lovely guy who is friendly and the food was amazing! He was so flexible with our meals, I changed the menu to what we wanted and he was so accommodating. Very nice food we all e...

Maria

We absolutely loved our experience with Paul! The food was amazing and he was such a pleasure to have around. The sticky toffee pudding was the best we have ever had and it is a favourite of ours so w...

Nicole

Chef Fazlan cooked a dinner for my graduation celebration. He cooked everything exactly as we had talked about and as I expected. He asked a lot of questions prior to make sure he had understood every...

Emily

Paul was superb, turned up at the agreed time. Dinner was served on time and was delicious. The beef was superb!

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Emily

Paul was superb, turned up at the agreed time. Dinner was served on time and was delicious. The beef was superb!

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Emily

Paul was superb, turned up at the agreed time. Dinner was served on time and was delicious. The beef was superb!

Luke

Not one complaint following the evening, we could not have been happier with Chef Charlie! The food was delicious and the whole evening flowed extremely, with the right amount of time being left betwe...

Thomas

Paul was very attentive in the lead up to the event and communication was great deciding a menu. The day of the event he was great and the food was fab!

Rosie

Thank you Chef Felix for cooking a hearty family meal to celebrate our son’s 6th birthday. It was cosy and relaxed, we were able to enjoy our food in a good pace. Condiments for the spring roll was ex...

Zue

Chef Marina was fantastic. She was prompt, really friendly and engaging and settled right in to cook the surprise dinner for my dad’s 70th. He had a brilliant time a d really enjoyed all the food! We ...

Laura

Sean cooked for a small dinner party as a wedding gift to 2 friends and helped it make it such a special occasion. Brilliant communication from when I booked a few months ago, and very flexible with m...

Emily

Thomas

Paul was very attentive in the lead up to the event and communication was great deciding a menu. The day of the event he was great and the food was fab!

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Paul was very attentive in the lead up to the event and communication was great deciding a menu. The day of the event he was great and the food was fab!

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Our top Private Chefs in Woodley

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

Simona

5.0(10)

12yrs+ experience; Michelin exposure;

26 yhangry events

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

From £70pp / Min spend £500

luxury

Fabrice L

4.9(49)

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

123 yhangry events

Buckinghamshire

From £70pp / Min spend £750

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

luxury

Gregory S

5.0(4)

Worked with Gordon Ramsay | Michelin experience

7 yhangry events

Woking, Surrey

From £25pp / Min spend £795

Paul D

5.0(11)

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

22 yhangry events

Basingstoke, Hampshire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Ivo M

5.0(2)

35+years of culinary expertise | One Michelin Star experience | AA Rosette & International experience | Catered for sporting events including the London Olympics 2012

1 yhangry events

Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire

From £65pp / Min spend £1200

Anoop

Cooked for celebrities like Jax Jones

1 yhangry events

Slough, Buckinghamshire

From £65pp / Min spend £600

Geoff Curtis

5.0(2)

25+ years of experience | Cooked for celebrities

Egham, Surrey

From £80pp / Min spend £550

Nicholas H

5.0(2)

Michelin Bib Gourmand and AA Rosette Experienced | Ex- Quay | Cooked for celebrities and HNWI Clientele

5 yhangry events

Newbury, Berkshire

From £75pp / Min spend £350

Susan

Free lanced/company chef

Reading, Berkshire

From £25pp / Min spend £200

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£767

Average spend of customers who book a private chef in Woodley. Based on 10 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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

57

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Enjoy authentic world cuisines at your dining table in Woodley.

Experience the luxury of a Woodley private chef with yhangry

Booking a Woodley private chef through the unique platform yhangry opens up a world of culinary experiences tailored just for you. With over 61 private chefs in Woodley, there’s a diverse array of talent and styles to fit any occasion.

Delight in local produce and specialties

What makes dining in Woodley even more special are the locally sourced ingredients and signature dishes. Many private chefs in Woodley creatively use fresh produce from nearby farms, allowing you to indulge in authentic Berkshire flavours. Consider trying local specialties such as soft cheese from Hampshire, or sustainably caught fish from the River Thames. These elements add a truly local touch to your meal, making it an unforgettable experience for foodies alike.

Diverse dining options to suit every palate

Yhangry offers over 16+ menus available in Woodley, ranging from casual dining and sophisticated canapés to delightful brunches, barbecues, and even Michelin-starred fine dining tasting menus. You can easily find a private chef in Woodley who can cater your event, accommodating your specific dining preferences and dietary needs.

Exceptional customer satisfaction

With more than 5+ customers providing glowing 5-star reviews for their experiences, it’s clear that hiring a private chef is a hit with locals and visitors. The average cost of booking a private chef in Woodley is around £806 for a group of 11 guests, offering excellent value for a personalised dining experience.

Don’t miss the chance to elevate your next gathering. Hiring a Woodley private chef via yhangry is the perfect way to impress your guests and enjoy exquisite food crafted just for you.

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