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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Starting from £40 per person

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Chef Mike S

5.00 (30 reviews)

Owning my own restaurant for 10 years

From £50 per person

Chef Vijayen M

4.97 (67 reviews)

Trained at Le Cordon Bleu | Ex- Chef at 2 Michelin star restaurant Hibiscus

From £60 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 Chatham

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

Excellent

Chef Luis was a delight to work with. The food was so delicious, I couldn’t believe how organized he was. The night went exactly as planned, just perfect. Thank you!

Naomi

Great experience. Lukasz was amazing. Not only was the food fantastic, he let the 3 kids (ages 6-8) get involved, trying food and helping with service. Gave my parents a wonderful 40th Anniversary exp...

Anthony

We hired Adam for my hen do - Adam arrived exactly on time and the food was absolutely delicious. We’d absolutely hire Adam again!

Emma

It was a treat for my husband's 70 th birthday. If you are wondering whether to book then do it. I would definitely recommend the experience. We had a wide range of issues about what individual people...

Marion

Vijay cooked us a fantastic meal for my husband’s 80th birthday celebration with the family. Every course was delicious, so flavoursome and exquisitely presented. The kitchen was left spotlessly clean...

Linda

Chef Luis was a delight to work with. The food was so delicious, I couldn’t believe how organized he was. The night went exactly as planned, just perfect. Thank you!

Naomi

Anthony

We hired Adam for my hen do - Adam arrived exactly on time and the food was absolutely delicious. We’d absolutely hire Adam again!

Emma

Marion

Linda

Chef Luis was a delight to work with. The food was so delicious, I couldn’t believe how organized he was. The night went exactly as planned, just perfect. Thank you!

Naomi

Anthony

We hired Adam for my hen do - Adam arrived exactly on time and the food was absolutely delicious. We’d absolutely hire Adam again!

Emma

Marion

Linda

Our dinner experience was great! Vijay is an excellent cook, he prepared plenty of delicious dishes (we particularly loved the scallop starter). He was very professional and did a great job of working...

Agata

Vijayen was totally incredible. From start to finish the experience was wonderful, we had one guest who did not like an element of our main, he went over and above to accommodate. Friendly and food ...

Tiffany

Our chef was lovely and her food tasted fantastic! It was an amazing experience.

Amie

Vijayen our private chef arrived on time for my daughter's 30 birthday celebrations. From start to finish he was very polite. The food that he cooked in my daughter's kitchen smelt then tasted so deli...

Jazmin

Agata

Tiffany

Our chef was lovely and her food tasted fantastic! It was an amazing experience.

Amie

Jazmin

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Tiffany

Our chef was lovely and her food tasted fantastic! It was an amazing experience.

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Our top Private Chefs in Chatham

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

super chef

rising star

Mike S

5.0(30)

Owning my own restaurant for 10 years

44 yhangry events

Rayleigh, Essex

From £50pp / Min spend £450

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Louisa B

5.0(8)

1* Michelin Experience | HNWI Clientele | International Experience

12 yhangry events

Kent

From £55pp / Min spend £400

trending

Damon D

5.0(8)

Owning my own restaurant and being listed for 12 years in the Michelin guide

15 yhangry events

Sittingbourne, Kent

From £50pp / Min spend £350

super chef

luxury

Vijayen M

4.9(67)

Trained at Le Cordon Bleu | Ex- Chef at 2 Michelin star restaurant Hibiscus

95 yhangry events

Rochester, Kent

From £60pp / Min spend £600

Bonito D

4.8(28)

Head Chef at 5-Star Hotels (Langham, Marriott) | Chef to Premier League Footballers | 30+ Years' Experience

46 yhangry events

Dartford, Kent

From £35pp / Min spend £400

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

Chris H

5.0(2)

Michelin and AA Rosette Experienced | Ex-The Fat Duck and Le Champignon Sauvage | Cooked for celebrities including Tom Atkins, Charlton Cole, and Ben Shephard

5 yhangry events

Greater London

From £35pp / Min spend £350

Dan T

5.0(36)

Worked at London’s best Thai restaurants for 10+ years | Ex-Begging Bowl in Peckham, Farang London in Highbury

19 yhangry events

Greater London

From £45pp / Min spend £500

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

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Average spend of customers who book a private chef in Chatham. Based on 9 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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£76pp

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Experience exceptional dining with a Chatham private chef

Booking a Chatham private chef through the innovative platform, Yhangry, is an experience like no other. With over 230 private chefs in Chatham, you can expect a wide range of culinary artistry tailored to your preferences.

Tailored menus showcasing local flavours

Yhangry offers more than 16 menus that cater to various occasions, from casual dining and canapés to a Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting experience. Foodies will appreciate the focus on local produce, which includes fresh seafood from the nearby coast and seasonal vegetables from Kent’s rich farmland. Some popular local specialities include the renowned Kentish ale-battered fish and chips and delightful cherry tarts, showcasing the best of Chatham’s culinary heritage.

Unmatched convenience and satisfaction

When you book a private chef in Chatham, you're not just hiring someone to cook; you're inviting a professional to transform your dining experience. With the average spend being around £645 for a group of nine guests, you can indulge in a bespoke meal designed to impress. It’s no wonder that over 11 customers have rated their experience with a stellar 5-star review, highlighting the exceptional service and delicious meals crafted by Yhangry chefs.

Whether you're planning an intimate gathering, a lavish celebration, or a unique culinary experience, engaging a Chatham private chef is sure to elevate your event and create lasting memories.

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