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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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 Colchester

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

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I recently had the pleasure of having Ian cook a BBQ for 20 guests, and it was an exceptional! The food was outstanding and cooked to perfection. Our guests were amazed and one even said it was the be...

Beth

Despite this being a last minute agreement due to another chef cancelling, Ami took quite a bit of time to discuss and understand my event so that we could agree the perfect menu. On the day itself w...

Amazing. My wife had to lie down at one point. But she recovered and managed to eat on!

Jon

Lovely chef and waiter and thoroughly professional

Ben

I had Chef Lukasz cater for a private dinner for my partner’s birthday and he was absolutely phenomenal, the food was delicious, fresh and bursting with flavour! My partner and I were blown away at ho...

Joshua

Beth

Amazing. My wife had to lie down at one point. But she recovered and managed to eat on!

Jon

Lovely chef and waiter and thoroughly professional

Ben

Joshua

Beth

Amazing. My wife had to lie down at one point. But she recovered and managed to eat on!

Jon

Lovely chef and waiter and thoroughly professional

Ben

Joshua

The food was absolutely delicious! We couldn’t fault anything, Adam was also really polite and made the evening so brilliant for us. Would 100% recommend!

Annika

Chef Fouads food was delicious and beautifully presented. He catered to the dietary needs of our group with ease and care, everything was on time and he left the kitchen spotless. Thank you for making...

Jan

Great food, all fresh and more than enough for the group Would highly recommend

Alexander

We had a great time, fantastic food, loved the chef. Moreover, cleanup was perfect.

Shinelle

The food was absolutely delicious! We couldn’t fault anything, Adam was also really polite and made the evening so brilliant for us. Would 100% recommend!

Annika

Jan

Great food, all fresh and more than enough for the group Would highly recommend

Alexander

We had a great time, fantastic food, loved the chef. Moreover, cleanup was perfect.

Shinelle

The food was absolutely delicious! We couldn’t fault anything, Adam was also really polite and made the evening so brilliant for us. Would 100% recommend!

Annika

Jan

Great food, all fresh and more than enough for the group Would highly recommend

Alexander

We had a great time, fantastic food, loved the chef. Moreover, cleanup was perfect.

Shinelle

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

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Maciej Z

5.0(14)

Ex- Oblix, Sexy Fish Mayfair, GreyFriars Hotel, the Ivy

23 yhangry events

Colchester, Essex

From £75pp / Min spend £550

Mark w

cooking for Royals at their home

Ipswich, Suffolk

From £60pp / Min spend £400

Neil

5.0(1)

International Expertise | AA Rosette Experienced | Ex- Marco Pierre White's The Oak Room, Von Essen Hotels, Sydney Opera House,

1 yhangry events

Braintree, Essex

From £85pp / Min spend £500

Stephen H

Working in top Restaurants, Hotels and Venues

Sudbury, Suffolk

From £40pp / Min spend £350

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Mike S

5.0(30)

Owning my own restaurant for 10 years

44 yhangry events

Rayleigh, Essex

From £50pp / Min spend £450

Maggie A

4.8(11)

Specializing in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and North African cuisines

17 yhangry events

Woodbridge, Suffolk

From £60pp / Min spend £400

CHRIS Y

Cooking at Royal Ascot for CEO

Wickford, Essex

From £70pp / Min spend £650

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Ian S

5.0(2)

20+ years working in Spain, Italy & Thailand

2 yhangry events

Rayleigh, Essex

From £65pp / Min spend £400

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 luxury of a Colchester private chef

Booking a Colchester private chef through the renowned platform yhangry offers an unparalleled culinary experience tailored to your preferences. With over 125 private chefs in Colchester, you can choose from a diverse range of menus, each crafted to accentuate the best local produce and traditional flavours.

Why choose yhangry for your private chef needs?

Yhangry boasts a selection of 16+ menus available in Colchester, catering to a variety of dining styles. Whether you crave casual dining, elegant canapés, a hearty brunch, or even a BBQ under the sun, there’s something for everyone. For the ultimate foodies, yhangry also highlights Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus that promise to tantalize your taste buds.

Local produce and specialities

Colchester is renowned for its fresh, local ingredients. When you book a private chef in Colchester, expect to indulge in dishes featuring locally sourced items like fresh seafood from the nearby coast, seasonal vegetables, and artisanal cheeses from local farms. Culinary delights such as Colchester oysters and the famous Colchester pudding not only enrich your dining experience but also showcase the region’s culinary heritage.

Customer satisfaction and affordability

It’s no wonder that yhangry has garnered a stellar reputation—over 21+ customers have left glowing 5-star reviews after enjoying the services of a private chef in Colchester. The average cost for hiring a private chef for a group of 9 guests hovers around £561, making it a worthwhile investment for an unforgettable dining experience.

Discover the exquisite world of a Colchester private chef and elevate your next gathering with yhangry. Indulge in the unique taste of Colchester while enjoying an exceptional meal crafted just for you.

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