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 Robert K

4.96 (25 reviews)

Le Cordon Bleu trained| 15yrs+ experienced luxury chef

From £50 per person

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5.00 (5 reviews)

Indian Cuisine Maestro

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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 New Forest

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

Excellent

Paul was superb, turned up at the agreed time. Dinner was served on time and was delicious. The beef was superb!

Luke

From start to finish, the experience was seamless, informative, and, most importantly, delicious. Rob created a beautiful menu, tailored to our preferences, each course was delicious. Rob struck the ...

Lydia

Chef Fouad and his team mate were exceptional, they made a 30th birthday very special and one to remember. From start to finish they were perfect. All the food looked and tasted incredible, and they...

James

Chef Kaffar, was amazing, I loved that all food was prepped on site it was so fresh, food was amazing and plentiful. would book again in a heartbeat

Mel

Paul was great! Cannot fault his food quality, timing, engagement and personality. This was our first in-home experience and he was cooking Italian food for an Italian family (that likes to cook), so ...

Mark

Paul was superb, turned up at the agreed time. Dinner was served on time and was delicious. The beef was superb!

Luke

Lydia

James

Chef Kaffar, was amazing, I loved that all food was prepped on site it was so fresh, food was amazing and plentiful. would book again in a heartbeat

Mel

Mark

Paul was superb, turned up at the agreed time. Dinner was served on time and was delicious. The beef was superb!

Luke

Lydia

James

Chef Kaffar, was amazing, I loved that all food was prepped on site it was so fresh, food was amazing and plentiful. would book again in a heartbeat

Mel

Mark

Chef Meera cooked really delicious food and brought servers who were really professional!

Ying

Paul was terrific ... the canapés he made for us the best Ive ever had . Dinner was served on time and simply delicious . having a helper with him ensured I could spend all my time with our guests . O...

Andrew

For our parents' 40th wedding anniversary my siblings and I wanted to do something a bit special. We came across Meera on yhangry and it was absolutely perfect! She was very quick to respond to my que...

Benjamin

We booked Paul for a group meal as part of a hen do and he did not disappoint. Great menu proposal, communicated with us beforehand to make sure he was prepared, turned up promptly and was able to wo...

Hannah

Great food and a lovely chef!

Hannah

Chef Meera cooked really delicious food and brought servers who were really professional!

Ying

Andrew

Benjamin

Hannah

Great food and a lovely chef!

Hannah

Chef Meera cooked really delicious food and brought servers who were really professional!

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Our top Private Chefs in New Forest

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

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Robert K

4.9(25)

Le Cordon Bleu trained| 15yrs+ experienced luxury chef

49 yhangry events

Bournemouth, Hampshire

From £50pp / Min spend £350

Walid E

Authentic Lebanese chef - Dorset & LA USA

3 yhangry events

Christchurch, Hampshire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

most rebooked

Meera A

5.0(5)

Indian Cuisine Maestro

81 yhangry events

Eastleigh, Hampshire

From £40pp / Min spend £500

Matthew J

Being head chef at AFC Bournemouth

1 yhangry events

Ferndown, Dorset

From £40pp / Min spend £400

Clyde

5.0(7)

15+ years of Expertise | Worked at 2 AA Rosette and 5* hotels | Cooked for Harlequin rugby team

9 yhangry events

Bournemouth, Hampshire

From £25pp

Lisa P

Over 20 years experience cooking in private sector

Hampshire

From £35pp / Min spend £250

Elliott P

1* Michelin and AA Rosette Experience | HNWI Clientele

Bournemouth, Hampshire

From £60pp / Min spend £500

Jason F

Working at Michelin Starred Gravetye Manor

2 yhangry events

Bournemouth, Hampshire

From £40pp / Min spend £350

Loic g

worked in best restaurant of asia 2006 in Sydney

Christchurch, Hampshire

From £55pp / Min spend £500

Mark G

5.0(1)

Experiential Cuisine I TV Appearance with Heston Blumenthal

Christchurch, Hampshire

From £50pp / Min spend £375

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Average spend of customers who book a private chef in New Forest. Based on 11 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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£73pp

Average per person spend of customers booking a private chef in New Forest

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Our most popular cuisines in New Forest

Enjoy authentic world cuisines at your dining table in New Forest.

Experience luxury with a New Forest private chef

Booking a New Forest private chef through Yhangry is a culinary adventure tailored to your tastes. With a network of 94 private chefs in New Forest, you can easily find the perfect chef to cater to your event, be it a casual brunch or a Michelin-Starred fine dining experience.

Local produce and speciality dishes

What makes this experience so special? Yhangry chefs take pride in sourcing local produce that showcases the rich flavours of the New Forest. Imagine feasting on dishes featuring locally caught fish from Lymington or succulent lamb from nearby farms. For foodies, the chance to indulge in New Forest wild garlic soup or delectable New Forest venison is irresistible!

Diverse menu options

With 16+ menus available in New Forest, there's something for everyone. Whether you're interested in casual dining, sophisticated canapés, or a fun BBQ, the chefs can accommodate your preferences. You can even explore Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus that elevate your culinary experience to another level. Every month, Yhangry services over 17+ customers requesting private chefs in New Forest, highlighting its popularity and exceptional service.

Customer satisfaction and budget

Customer satisfaction speaks volumes, and with over 35+ customers providing 5-star reviews for hiring a private chef in New Forest, you can trust that your experience will be a memorable one. On average, customers spend around £677 for a gathering of 12 guests, making it an affordable luxury worth every penny.

Experience the joy of bespoke dining with a New Forest private chef and discover a new level of culinary delight!

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