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 Louisa B

5.00 (8 reviews)

1* Michelin Experience | HNWI Clientele | International Experience

From £55 per person

Chef Paul L

4.90 (20 reviews)

AA Rosette Experienced | 5 Star hotels | Award winning Chef & Restauranteur

From £45 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 Wealden

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

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Dan cooked a wonderful meal for my husband and his friends for his 40th birthday. They all messaged me to say how good the food was. Some said it was the best meal they'd ever had. Dan's communication...

Charlotte

Mike was fantastic from start to finish. He went above and beyond for our event and I couldn’t have asked for anything more. Plus when he left it was so spotless that you wouldn’t have even known he’d...

Jessica

Good communication in the lead up to the event, arrived on time, was very friendly and served great food. Made for a very special celebration.

Jonathan

Chef Paul was engaging and had a warm personality , His is clearly an experienced chef who knows his craft . All round good food and incredibly relaxing to have someone cook for you. He was immacula...

Nikki

We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience thank you. It was a huge treat for us and will certainly consider you for future events and recommend Paul very highly. Prior to the event Paul’s communica...

Nikki

Charlotte

Jessica

Good communication in the lead up to the event, arrived on time, was very friendly and served great food. Made for a very special celebration.

Jonathan

Nikki

Charlotte

Jessica

Good communication in the lead up to the event, arrived on time, was very friendly and served great food. Made for a very special celebration.

Jonathan

Nikki

Absolutely amazing food cooked to perfection. Service and presentation made it even more special, could not have asked for more.

Debra

Thea was wonderful! We were away for my birthday weekend and Thea honestly added the extra sparkle we needed! She created a fabulous 4 course Italian menu for me and the girls which was absolutely del...

Kirsty

Amazing food, lovely chef, highly recommend.

Sabine

Janusz was fantastic. Everyone loved him and would love to rebook for any future event. He was very friendly and the food was 10/10 would absolutely recommend!

Nia

Adam was fantastic really engaging and professional… his food was amazing and really made our event. Adam was happy to answer any questions we had and standards were excellent ☺️ would highly recommen...

Kelly

Absolutely amazing food cooked to perfection. Service and presentation made it even more special, could not have asked for more.

Debra

Kirsty

Amazing food, lovely chef, highly recommend.

Sabine

Janusz was fantastic. Everyone loved him and would love to rebook for any future event. He was very friendly and the food was 10/10 would absolutely recommend!

Nia

Kelly

Absolutely amazing food cooked to perfection. Service and presentation made it even more special, could not have asked for more.

Debra

Kirsty

Amazing food, lovely chef, highly recommend.

Sabine

Janusz was fantastic. Everyone loved him and would love to rebook for any future event. He was very friendly and the food was 10/10 would absolutely recommend!

Nia

Kelly

Our top Private Chefs in Wealden

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

Louisa B

5.0(8)

1* Michelin Experience | HNWI Clientele | International Experience

14 yhangry events

Kent

From £55pp / Min spend £400

Paul L

4.9(20)

AA Rosette Experienced | 5 Star hotels | Award winning Chef & Restauranteur

28 yhangry events

Polegate, Sussex

From £45pp / Min spend £450

Jonathan W

5.0(4)

Paella Specialist, Ex-Head Chef @ 5* Blakes Hotel in Chelsea

6 yhangry events

Brighton, Sussex

From £50pp / Min spend £500

Jake T

1* Michelin Trained. Royal and Celebrity guests.

4 yhangry events

Hastings, Sussex

From £50pp / Min spend £400

Patrick P

5.0(2)

Michelin Experienced Chef | Worked at Pierre Gagnaire's restaurant, Ex- Michel Chabran

3 yhangry events

Haywards Heath, Sussex

From £75pp / Min spend £450

Robyn T

Seasoned self-taught private chef| Cooked for Joanna Lumley and Lucy Punch| Food Stylist.

1 yhangry events

Tunbridge Wells, Kent

From £50pp / Min spend £400

Attila T

2 rosette restaurant, HNW1 event and personal chef

Brighton, Sussex

From £50pp / Min spend £200

Adam J

Cooking for UK royal family and ambassadors in Shanghai with Angela Hartnett. Maintaining a Michelin star for 5 years plus. More recently delivering a matchday hospitality service for almost 2000 people in a couple of hours is very rewarding.

Haywards Heath, Sussex

From £75pp / Min spend £500

Shawn W

5.0(1)

Ex Head Chef @ 2AA Rosette Restaurant

3 yhangry events

Eastbourne, Sussex

From £63pp / Min spend £500

Rosie D

5.0(5)

International Experience | Ex-The Pig Hotel ,

4 yhangry events

Surrey

From £40pp / Min spend £280

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Average spend of customers who book a private chef in Wealden. Based on 12 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 Wealden

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Experience the luxury of a Wealden private chef

Booking a Wealden private chef is a culinary experience that elevates any occasion. Through platforms like yhangry, you can connect with highly skilled chefs who bring the taste of local produce right to your table. Imagine enjoying delicacies prepared with the freshest ingredients sourced from the beautiful Wealden countryside.

Delight in local specialties

Wealden boasts a range of local specialities that will tantalise the taste buds of any foodie. When you hire a private chef in Wealden, you can indulge in dishes featuring locally sourced lamb, fresh seafood from Sussex, and seasonal vegetables. These dishes highlight the unique flavours of the region, offering a memorable dining experience.

A variety of menus to suit every occasion

Yhangry offers an impressive selection of over 16 menus available in Wealden, catering to diverse tastes and occasions. From casual dining and exquisite canapés to delightful brunches and barbecues, you’ll find the perfect menu for your gathering. For those looking for something extraordinary, explore the Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus that promise to impress.

Statistics you can count on

Each month, more than 19 customers request a private chef in Wealden, reflecting the growing popularity of this personalised dining experience. With over 68 customers offering a glowing 5-star review after booking, the reputation for excellence is clear. On average, customers spend around £733 for a group of 11 guests, making it an affordable luxury.

Whether it's a special celebration or a casual gathering, booking a Wealden private chef is an unforgettable experience. Let yhangry transform your next event into a gourmet adventure!

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