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 Mike S

5.00 (30 reviews)

Owning my own restaurant for 10 years

From £50 per person

Chef Manoj M

5.00 (29 reviews)

Multiple award winner I Awarded ‘Certificate of Excellence’ @ London Ramada I Culinary Contest winner - Govt. Of India

From £106 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 Great Baddow

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

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Lee was wonderful and friendly, he cooked the most beautiful meal for us and kept the atmosphere so relaxed and laid back, everything was left spotless and the whole experience from start to finish ex...

Amy

We had an outstanding experience with Chef Alexander B! From start to finish, everything was top-notch. The presentation of each dish was beautiful—every plate looked like a work of art—and the flavou...

Emma

after a bit of a worry at the start as Paul had an issue with one of the courses so was a but later than expected, all worked out. Then food was amazing, catering for 11 and two of the party Vegan, P...

Jane

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

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Emma

Jane

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

Amy

Emma

Jane

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

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...

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Emma

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

Emma

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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!

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Our top Private Chefs in Great Baddow

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

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rising star

Mike S

5.0(30)

Owning my own restaurant for 10 years

44 yhangry events

Rayleigh, Essex

From £50pp / Min spend £450

super chef

Manoj M

5.0(29)

Multiple award winner I Awarded ‘Certificate of Excellence’ @ London Ramada I Culinary Contest winner - Govt. Of India

35 yhangry events

Romford, Essex

From £106pp / Min spend £875

Seb

6+ Years of experience | Worked at prestigious establishments such as Fenchurch Restaurant in the Sky Garden

1 yhangry events

Billericay, Essex

From £35pp / Min spend £500

Glenn B

5.0(4)

Michelin Star & AA Rosette Experience

7 yhangry events

Harlow, Essex

From £60pp / Min spend £250

CHRIS Y

Cooking at Royal Ascot for CEO

Wickford, Essex

From £70pp / Min spend £650

Eduardo A

Expertise in Authentic African and Caribbean Cuisine | International Experience

1 yhangry events

Upminster, Essex

From £100pp / Min spend £200

rising star

Ian S

5.0(2)

20+ years working in Spain, Italy & Thailand

2 yhangry events

Rayleigh, Essex

From £65pp / Min spend £400

Jun N

Chef nick; Hakkasan Mayfair;pan pacific hotel head

Brentwood, Essex

From £88pp / Min spend £888

Shaun S

15 yrs Exp. Trained under Chef Roux. Cooked for the Royal Family.

Chelmsford, Essex

From £100pp / Min spend £700

COLIN P

Award Winning Mobile Food Chef 4 LUXLife Magazine

Brentwood, Essex

From £30pp / Min spend £400

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Experience the joy of booking a Great Baddow private chef

When you decide to hire a Great Baddow private chef through the innovative platform Yhangry, you're in for a unique dining experience. With over 220 private chefs in Great Baddow, selecting the right culinary expert to delight your taste buds has never been easier.

Local produce and specialties

What makes dining with a private chef in Great Baddow special is the emphasis on local produce. Many chefs partner with local farms to source fresh ingredients, ensuring that every dish is not just delicious but also a celebration of local flavours. Imagine feasting on dishes that showcase British classics such as Essex lamb or freshly caught seafood from the North Sea, prepared with finesse.

A diverse range of menus

With 16+ menus available in Great Baddow, Yhangry offers everything from casual dining experiences to Michelin-starred fine dining tasting menus. Whether you're craving elegant canapés for a special reception or a BBQ feast for a summer gathering, there's a menu to cater to every occasion. Each chef brings their own flair to create a memorable meal that suits your events perfectly.

The cost of a memorable meal

On average, customers booking a private chef in Great Baddow for a group of 14 guests spend around £825. This investment guarantees a bespoke culinary experience, complete with impeccable service and delicious, thoughtfully crafted dishes that your guests will rave about.

In summary, booking a Great Baddow private chef through Yhangry transforms every meal into a special occasion. With an array of talented chefs and a commitment to using local produce, you're invited to savour the best of what Great Baddow has to offer.

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