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 Greg

5.00 (3 reviews)

3* Great Taste Awards for chocolates

From £35 per person

Chef Paul B

4.97 (63 reviews)

2 AA Rosette I 40+ years of culinary experience | Awarded Hampshire Chef of the Year

From £38 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 Oliver's Battery

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

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Chef Matthew communicated very well with us right from the start. He arrived at the time he said he would and was professional at all times. This was for my partners 60th birthday evening and Matthew ...

Laura

Top bloke, absolutely delicious food. Darek made our night.

James

Our guests from Saudi loved their experience. He was so happy with Chef Ali's Service.

Anna

Amazing from start to finish. We hired Chef Luis for a birthday at home, and it exceeded all our expectations. He was responsive and did a great job customising the menu for us. On the day, food was e...

Shin

Although we were unable to hire Chef Fazlan due to a last minute change, I personally reached out to yhangry to leave this review as I was so impressed with the experience of working with him. Chef ...

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Laura

Top bloke, absolutely delicious food. Darek made our night.

James

Our guests from Saudi loved their experience. He was so happy with Chef Ali's Service.

Anna

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Laura

Top bloke, absolutely delicious food. Darek made our night.

James

Our guests from Saudi loved their experience. He was so happy with Chef Ali's Service.

Anna

Shin

Dhruv

Chef Kaffar’s food was some of the best food we have ever eaten. Every dish was imperfection! He arrived when he stayed and worked studiously all day preparing everything fresh. When it came to serv...

Emma-Louise

Shaloma was our chef for my husbands 80th birthday party. The buffet lunch was beautiful presented and the food was delicious. Not only did Shaloma deal with multiple dietary restrictions but was all ...

Ross

Outstanding!!!

Chris

Shilna catered for my husbands 40th birthday. She suggested a menu based on my requirements and the food on the day was simply delicious and exceeded all my expectations. She went above and beyond ...

Varsha

We had an exceptional experience with Sean! Would highly recommend his food is delicious! Thanks so much we will definitely book you again in the future!

Sarah

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Ross

Outstanding!!!

Chris

Varsha

We had an exceptional experience with Sean! Would highly recommend his food is delicious! Thanks so much we will definitely book you again in the future!

Sarah

Emma-Louise

Ross

Outstanding!!!

Chris

Varsha

We had an exceptional experience with Sean! Would highly recommend his food is delicious! Thanks so much we will definitely book you again in the future!

Sarah

Our top Private Chefs in Oliver's Battery

From casual dining to Michelin-Starred fine dining menus, browse our vetted and rated private chefs in Oliver's Battery.

rising star

Greg

5.0(3)

3* Great Taste Awards for chocolates

15 yhangry events

Alton, Hampshire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

premium

Paul B

4.9(63)

2 AA Rosette I 40+ years of culinary experience | Awarded Hampshire Chef of the Year

86 yhangry events

Eastleigh, Hampshire

From £38pp / Min spend £188

Michael M

5.0(14)

Cooked for the Royal Family, Princess Sophie, and Princess Anne | Worked at the renowned Roast Restaurant in London

11 yhangry events

Wiltshire

From £40pp / Min spend £600

Paul D

5.0(11)

International Experience | Ex- Simpsons in Birmingham | Cooked for celebrities such as Rosemary Shrager

22 yhangry events

Basingstoke, Hampshire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

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Meera A

5.0(5)

Indian Cuisine Maestro

81 yhangry events

Eastleigh, Hampshire

From £40pp / Min spend £500

Ryan S

23 years as a chef living it everyday

Hampshire

From £45pp / Min spend £500

Ben S

Michelin exp| Worked @ South Lodge Hotel, Loch Fyne| Cooked for Chelsea football club at Black Swan.

Hampshire

From £80pp / Min spend £500

Walid E

Authentic Lebanese chef - Dorset & LA USA

3 yhangry events

Christchurch, Hampshire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Manika S

5.0(7)

4+ years of culinary expertise | Supper Club Host | Catered for HNWI | Pop-up Restaurant

13 yhangry events

Haslemere, Surrey

From £90pp / Min spend £500

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Average spend of customers who book a private chef in Oliver's Battery. Based on 10 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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Experience the luxury of an Oliver's Battery private chef

Booking a private chef in Oliver's Battery is an exceptional culinary experience that elevates any occasion. With platforms like yhangry, securing a talented chef is a seamless process. Yhangry boasts a remarkable selection of 138 private chefs in Oliver's Battery, each offering unique and diverse menus tailored to your preferences.

Local delicacies and themes to tantalise your taste buds

One of the standout features of hiring a private chef in Oliver's Battery is the focus on local produce. Expect dishes that celebrate the rich flavours of Hampshire, with seasonal ingredients that showcase the best of what the region has to offer. Whether you're interested in traditional fare or modern twists, your chef will curate an unforgettable menu.

With over 16+ menus available, you can choose from casual dining, sophisticated canapés, delightful brunches, sizzling barbecues, or Michelin-starred fine dining tasting menus. This variety ensures there's something to excite every palate, making it ideal for foodies eager to explore new tastes.

Exceptional service and customer satisfaction

Yhangry has garnered an impressive reputation, with more than 28 customers leaving glowing 5-star reviews for their experience booking a private chef in Oliver's Battery. The satisfaction level among diners reflects the quality and creativity displayed by these expert chefs.

For those seeking a bespoke dining experience, the average customer spends £891 for a group of 10 guests. This investment transforms your dinner into a memorable feast, where every detail is attended to by your personal chef.

Indulge in the luxury of hiring an Oliver's Battery private chef and let yhangry take you on a culinary journey that you and your guests will not soon forget.

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