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 Georgi V

4.95 (37 reviews)

Ex- Hilton, Radisson, Best Western; banqueted for Aston Vila, Derby County, Stoke City FC

From £63 per person

Chef David Holdsworth

4.88 (16 reviews)

Private Chef for all occasions

From £65 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 Matlock

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

Excellent

Absolutley fantastic. Amazing food and Jay was very clean, polite and friendly. Could not recommend him enough. Will be re-booking very soon!

Ross

Chef Jay was absolutely amazing! Our group of 19 kept raving about how good the food was, and we were so full after the meal! The bride for our hen is gluten free, and Chef Jay was so helpful and acco...

Elise

Fumbi was great and accommodated all our requests and the food was delicious. It was the perfect way to make our birthday celebrations that extra bit special.

Catherine

Guest: Amazing experience and delicious food. He was great at handing nut allergies too.

Shana

Fouad cooked a delicious meal for my hen do and kept and left the whole kitchen so clean! It was an amazing experience and we would all definitely recommend him!

Shana

Absolutley fantastic. Amazing food and Jay was very clean, polite and friendly. Could not recommend him enough. Will be re-booking very soon!

Ross

Elise

Fumbi was great and accommodated all our requests and the food was delicious. It was the perfect way to make our birthday celebrations that extra bit special.

Catherine

Guest: Amazing experience and delicious food. He was great at handing nut allergies too.

Shana

Fouad cooked a delicious meal for my hen do and kept and left the whole kitchen so clean! It was an amazing experience and we would all definitely recommend him!

Shana

Absolutley fantastic. Amazing food and Jay was very clean, polite and friendly. Could not recommend him enough. Will be re-booking very soon!

Ross

Elise

Fumbi was great and accommodated all our requests and the food was delicious. It was the perfect way to make our birthday celebrations that extra bit special.

Catherine

Guest: Amazing experience and delicious food. He was great at handing nut allergies too.

Shana

Fouad cooked a delicious meal for my hen do and kept and left the whole kitchen so clean! It was an amazing experience and we would all definitely recommend him!

Shana

Guest: Fouad worked so hard to prepare a fabulous three course meal for us. He worked non stop from the minute he arrived to when he left and left the kitchen spotless. I would definitely recommend ...

Shana

Guest: Such an amazing experience from start to finish! He goes above and beyond in all aspects. He gave us so many options for mains and we had leftovers which was lovely.

Shana

Hired James for a Hen do brunch and he did not disappoint. His menu was the favourite out of several I got from different chefs. He was a pleasure to deal with in the lead up to the event. He showed u...

Hannah

Fantastic experience all round

Eugene

Shana

Guest: Such an amazing experience from start to finish! He goes above and beyond in all aspects. He gave us so many options for mains and we had leftovers which was lovely.

Shana

Hannah

Fantastic experience all round

Eugene

Shana

Guest: Such an amazing experience from start to finish! He goes above and beyond in all aspects. He gave us so many options for mains and we had leftovers which was lovely.

Shana

Hannah

Fantastic experience all round

Eugene

Our top Private Chefs in Matlock

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

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David Holdsworth

4.8(16)

Private Chef for all occasions

34 yhangry events

Sheffield, Yorkshire

From £65pp / Min spend £400

Dawoud D

Internationally trained, award winning, 8+yrs exp

4 yhangry events

Sheffield, Yorkshire

From £50pp / Min spend £200

Jake S

Chef Jake: authentic rustic Italian; 10yrs + exp

Sheffield, Yorkshire

From £50pp / Min spend £300

Daniel E

Award Winning Celebrity Chef I 20 years Experience

75 yhangry events

Derbyshire

From £60pp / Min spend £500

Chef Paul D

5.0(1)

Cooked for celebrities: Lionel Richie, Cristiano R

1 yhangry events

Sheffield, Yorkshire

From £70pp / Min spend £400

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rising star

Georgi V

4.9(37)

Ex- Hilton, Radisson, Best Western; banqueted for Aston Vila, Derby County, Stoke City FC

45 yhangry events

Uttoxeter, Staffordshire

From £63pp / Min spend £738

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Charles G

5.0(2)

Michelin and AA Rosette Experienced | Ex- Hand & Flowers, The Coach | Cooked for HNWI clients and celebrities such as Lorraine Kelly

5 yhangry events

Nottinghamshire

From £80pp / Min spend £500

Blaine S

2* Michelin trained, produce & flavour-led cooking

Derbyshire

From £60pp / Min spend £350

Gareth W

1 & 2* Michelin experience, cooked for royalty!

Retford, Nottinghamshire

From £60pp / Min spend £500

Richard S

Award winning chef and recipient of many accolades

Worksop, Nottinghamshire

From £60pp / Min spend £500

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£773

Average spend of customers who book a private chef in Matlock. Based on 13 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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Private Chefs we work with who are based in Matlock

£69pp

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

78

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Experience the luxury of a Matlock private chef

If you’re considering a unique dining experience, booking a Matlock private chef through the innovative platform Yhangry is an ideal choice. With over 92 private chefs in Matlock, you’ll find a diverse range of skilled culinary experts ready to delight your taste buds.

Why choose yhangry for your culinary needs?

Yhangry offers a seamless booking process, providing access to 16+ menus in Matlock, including casual dining, gourmet canapés, delightful brunch options, BBQs, and even Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus. This means that whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just want to enjoy a gourmet meal at home, there’s something for everyone.

Local produce and specialty dishes

Foodies will appreciate the emphasis on local produce. Many of the private chefs in Matlock utilise fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, crafting dishes that showcase the flavours of Derbyshire. Stalking into the quintessential British mealtime experience, you might indulge in traditional dishes like Derbyshire oatcakes or a sumptuous local lamb roast, both of which embody the region's rich culinary heritage.

Impressive reviews and customer satisfaction

With over 6+ five-star reviews, customers rave about their experiences with Matlock’s private chefs. The average spend per booking is £773 for a group of 13 guests, highlighting both the excellent value and quality of service provided when you book a private chef in Matlock.

In summary, if you’re looking to elevate your next meal with a personal touch, booking a Matlock private chef through Yhangry is undoubtedly the way to go. Delight in the art of bespoke dining and savour the flavours of Matlock.

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