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.

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Chef Fouad is an amazing chef We hired him for my mum's 60th birthday at a holiday home in bracklesham bay, chef Fouad truly went above and beyond. The menu choice was fantastic. With us being a lar...

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They were lovely, friendly and professional. The food was good in particular the main dishes and the desert. Would recommend!

Emma

Had a fantastic and really special experience! Rebecca did an excellent in working with me to create a beautiful menu and putting on an elegant dinner party with great attention to detail which we enj...

Dammy

Felix and Maki were incredible, they exceeded our expectations. They arrived on time, quietly and efficiently unloaded their kit and found their way around the kitchen straight away. They were so f...

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I hired Chef J to cook for us during a suprise proposal to my girlfriend. I wanted everything to be perfect, and Chef J made that happen! He was incredibly flexible and accommodating with all the chan...

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They were lovely, friendly and professional. The food was good in particular the main dishes and the desert. Would recommend!

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They were lovely, friendly and professional. The food was good in particular the main dishes and the desert. Would recommend!

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Shaloma was amazing! She made the whole process so easy, and prepared the most delicious three course lunch for a hen party. Everyone was impressed by the quality of the food, and it was the highlight...

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We had a fantastic meal cooked by Benjamin. We went for the Spanish tapas sharing menu for my Dad's 60th Birthday and it was excellent. The food kept on coming, it was all freshly cooked and tasted de...

Emily

Chef Felix and Maki were incredible! Cooked a delicious Asian menu for a birthday celebration and really made the meal a unique and unforgettable experience. Food was divine and they were amazing in t...

Sana

Rachel was fantastic. The food was really elevated and perfectly executed. I have used other Yhangry chefs and Rachel has been the best by far. From canapés to mains to dessert the food was ex...

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Shirley was an absolute legend! Confident, experienced and charming. She worked efficiently and was more than able to field all of our questions. It was a very special night for my husband’s birthday...

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Rachel was fantastic. The food was really elevated and perfectly executed. I have used other Yhangry chefs and Rachel has been the best by far. From canapés to mains to dessert the food was ex...

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Rachel was fantastic. The food was really elevated and perfectly executed. I have used other Yhangry chefs and Rachel has been the best by far. From canapés to mains to dessert the food was ex...

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Discover the joys of hiring a Manningtree private chef

Booking a Manningtree private chef through the platform Yhangry can transform any meal into an extraordinary experience. With over 100 private chefs available in Manningtree, you are sure to find the perfect culinary artist to suit your tastes and preferences.

Variety of menus to choose from

Yhangry offers an impressive selection of over 16 menus in Manningtree, ranging from casual dining and canapes to BBQs and Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus. This variety ensures that whether you’re planning a laid-back gathering or a lavish celebration, there’s a menu that fits your occasion perfectly.

Embrace local flavours

One of the highlights of hiring a private chef in Manningtree is the opportunity to savour local produce and speciality dishes. Local ingredients from the surrounding areas add unique flavours to your meals, for example:

Fresh seafood from the nearby coast
Seasonal vegetables sourced from local farms
Homemade dishes featuring Essex-reared meats

For foodies, the chance to enjoy dishes crafted from the best local bounty makes booking a private chef in Manningtree an adventure for the taste buds.

Cost of hiring your private chef

The average customer who books a private chef in Manningtree spends around £478. This investment not only covers the chef’s expertise but also guarantees a once-in-a-lifetime dining experience tailored to your preferences, making every occasion memorable.

With Yhangry, booking a Manningtree private chef means indulging in superb food without the stress of preparation and clean-up. Why not elevate your next gathering and treat yourself and your guests to delightful culinary creations?

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