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 Brad D

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Worked at prestigious Michelin and AA Rosette restaurants | Cooked for celebrities

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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 Durham

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

Excellent

Delicious food, beautifully presented and accommodating chef. 100% would recommend chef James!

Liz

Chef James M was fantastic, he made it easy to collaborate to make our event (hen party) memorable and delightful,. Everyone was truly impressed by the standard of his food and his lovely manner. His ...

Wendy

Thanks Chef Tom! We enjoyed everything you made. That lamb was probably one of the best we’ve ever had, and the cheese cake was beautiful.

Ray

Very professional, food was fantastic! Clearly takes pride in his work and left the kitchen spotless when he finished. Great experience!

Laura

Ian was absolutely wonderful! Very friendly and brilliantly communicative and accommodating of us. We had a lovely chat before he started the cooking. The food was absolutely wonderful too. We were a ...

Sam

Delicious food, beautifully presented and accommodating chef. 100% would recommend chef James!

Liz

Wendy

Thanks Chef Tom! We enjoyed everything you made. That lamb was probably one of the best we’ve ever had, and the cheese cake was beautiful.

Ray

Very professional, food was fantastic! Clearly takes pride in his work and left the kitchen spotless when he finished. Great experience!

Laura

Sam

Delicious food, beautifully presented and accommodating chef. 100% would recommend chef James!

Liz

Wendy

Thanks Chef Tom! We enjoyed everything you made. That lamb was probably one of the best we’ve ever had, and the cheese cake was beautiful.

Ray

Very professional, food was fantastic! Clearly takes pride in his work and left the kitchen spotless when he finished. Great experience!

Laura

Sam

Chef Tom cooked for us for a birthday celebration and it was amazing. We had burrata, steak and chocolate. The food was amazing, best roast potatoes we’ve ever had! As well as the delicious food Tom w...

Jane

5 STARS ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Amazing private chef experience from Brad. Booked for a Hen party dinner and couldn’t be more pleased. Chef Brad was super accommodating with any requests we had and made the...

Charlotte

Chef James provided us with a fantastic meal that was perfect for a special birthday celebration. The food was presented beautifully and tasted absolutely delicious. James was very polite and left the...

Helen

Dereck went above and beyond after a mishap and made the evening go smoothly. Food was amazing and we highly recommend, will be booking again for future events.

Rachel

We had the most wonderful evening with the most beautiful food! Thomas was amazing and the food added to the excitement of the evening.

Stephanie

Jane

Charlotte

Helen

Dereck went above and beyond after a mishap and made the evening go smoothly. Food was amazing and we highly recommend, will be booking again for future events.

Rachel

We had the most wonderful evening with the most beautiful food! Thomas was amazing and the food added to the excitement of the evening.

Stephanie

Jane

Charlotte

Helen

Dereck went above and beyond after a mishap and made the evening go smoothly. Food was amazing and we highly recommend, will be booking again for future events.

Rachel

We had the most wonderful evening with the most beautiful food! Thomas was amazing and the food added to the excitement of the evening.

Stephanie

Our top Private Chefs in Durham

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

Mustafa B

Internationally Trained Executive Chef | Head chef

1 yhangry events

Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland

From £69pp / Min spend £499

Tom R

5.0(14)

MasterChef Champion 2021

29 yhangry events

Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland

From £60pp / Min spend £600

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Brad D

4.9(36)

Worked at prestigious Michelin and AA Rosette restaurants | Cooked for celebrities

125 yhangry events

Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland

From £38pp / Min spend £163

Toby H

MasterChef 24 contestant, winning 2nd Michelin *

Newton Aycliffe, Durham

From £54pp / Min spend £250

Brian m

10+yrs exp. Worked in New York city kitchens.

Consett, Durham

From £60pp / Min spend £600

Carl M

My time as a chef has seen me cooking for professional footballers and football clubs also catering manager at Fenwicks cooking a very wide range of food

80 yhangry events

South Shields, Durham

From £38pp / Min spend £250

Max A

Working within one of the worlds top Ski Chalets

Tyne and Wear

From £50pp / Min spend £280

Martyn H

Cooked for Priminister Trudeau (canada

Shildon, Durham

From £35pp / Min spend £500

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

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Experience the luxury of a Durham private chef with Yhangry

Booking a Durham private chef has never been easier with Yhangry, a platform that connects you to talented chefs right in your area. With 28 private chefs in Durham to choose from, the possibilities for a unique culinary experience are endless. Whether you’re hosting a special event or simply want to indulge in a private dining experience, Yhangry offers personalised options that cater to every palate.

Diverse menus featuring local produce

One of the highlights of booking a private chef in Durham through Yhangry is the impressive array of menus available. There are over 16 different menus to explore, spanning from casual dining and canapés to a delightful BBQ or even a Michelin-starred fine dining tasting menu. Many of these dishes showcase the best of local produce, allowing foodies to savour the vibrant flavours of Durham's renowned delicacies.

Imagine relishing a plate of Panacotta made with local cream or indulging in Durham's famous Pease Pudding. These dishes not only reflect the region's culinary heritage but also highlight the fresh ingredients sourced from nearby farms.

Why Yhangry is highly recommended

With over 15 customers writing 5-star reviews for their experiences, it’s clear that Yhangry sets a high standard for private chef services. The average spending for a group of 10 guests is approximately £771, which offers exceptional value given the personalised service and quality of food you can expect.

Booking a Durham private chef allows you to enjoy a tailored dining experience in the comfort of your own home or at your venue. Take the leap and discover the delightful benefits of enjoying exquisite meals crafted by a professional chef in Durham with Yhangry!

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