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.

Find a Private Chef in Preston

1000+ private chefs across the UK
Secure payments
Cancellation protection

Find a local chef

Starting from £40 per person

Excellent

Chef Andrew

5.00 (5 reviews)

Michelin and Rosette Experienced Chef | Cooked for celebrities including the Royal Family, Olympic Team, Ronan Keating etc

From £100 per person

Chef Andrew C

5.00 (3 reviews)

Have catered for many high profile celebrities

From £40 per person

As seen in

Yhangry/Private Chefs/

North West/

Never booked a Private Chef before?
Here's how it works:

In just a few clicks, match with world-class private chefs, receive prices and menus and chat with the chef to make any changes.

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 Preston

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

Excellent

Great communication leading up to my daughters 21st birthday dinner party .. food and as fab - it exceeded our expectations

Michelle

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...

Robert

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...

Abbie

Great communication leading up to my daughters 21st birthday dinner party .. food and as fab - it exceeded our expectations

Michelle

Robert

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

Emma

Dammy

Abbie

Great communication leading up to my daughters 21st birthday dinner party .. food and as fab - it exceeded our expectations

Michelle

Robert

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

Emma

Dammy

Abbie

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...

Chima

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...

Charlotte

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...

Ashley

Chima

Charlotte

Emily

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...

Ashley

Chima

Charlotte

Emily

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...

Ashley

Our top Private Chefs in Preston

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

Ian C

4.8(18)

7+ years of experience | AA Rosette Experienced | French Cuisine Maestro | HNWI Clientele

30 yhangry events

Bolton, Lancashire

From £50pp / Min spend £500

rising star

Andrew C

5.0(3)

Have catered for many high profile celebrities

14 yhangry events

Lancashire

From £40pp / Min spend £250

premium

most rebooked

Andrew

5.0(5)

Michelin and Rosette Experienced Chef | Cooked for celebrities including the Royal Family, Olympic Team, Ronan Keating etc

5 yhangry events

Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire

From £100pp / Min spend £600

Sandra

Trained in Italy, Head Chef at Hospital

Leigh, Lancashire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Abraham B

Travelling the World doing what We love

Weymouth, Dorset

From £75pp / Min spend £400

James S

Exec chef Riley’s fish shack, stage at 1*

Wigan, Lancashire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Seema D

Award Winning Chef in Northwest as seen on BBC

1 yhangry events

Blackpool, Lancashire

From £39pp / Min spend £270

Zsolt F

4.2(5)

20+ years of experience | AA Rosette Experience | Cooked for Premier League Football players

8 yhangry events

Blackburn, Lancashire

From £50pp / Min spend £330

Laurence S

15 years+ of culinary expertise | Cooked for HNWI and Jeremy Clarkson, Elizabeth Hurley, Elton John, and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II | Ex- Kaya in the Park

England

From £75pp / Min spend £500

Browse private chefs

Highest standards for your peace of mind

Every Yhangry chef undergoes a stringent vetting process, ensuring only the highest culinary standards.

Hygiene certificate
Authentic menus & quality ingredients
Real customer reviews & ratings

Get started

View post on Instagram

Wondering how much it costs to
book a Private Chef in Preston ?

We've got you covered.

£478

Average spend of customers who book a private chef in Preston. Based on 6 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

96

Private Chefs we work with who are based in Preston

£62pp

Average per person spend of customers booking a private chef in Preston

12

Our private chefs have cooked for many happy diners in Preston

Browse menus and chat with the chef to make changes that suit the group's preferences and dietary requirements.

Browse menus

Our promise to you

We go the extra mile so that you can be confident your special occasion is in safe hands.

Get free quotes

Full refund up until 7 days before the event

Pay only 10% deposit or split the bill

Payment protection: Chefs get paid after the event

Chefs are covered by our public liability insurance

Dedicated customer support: 020 4525 5238

Frequently asked questions

We are available everyday between 7am-7pm

Call us 020 4525 5238

WhatsApp us+44 7418310743

Our most popular cuisines in Preston

Enjoy authentic world cuisines at your dining table in Preston.

Hire Private Chefs in Preston

Preston sits at the very heart of the North West and is renowned for its traditional Lancashire dishes. Yet, If you're looking to enjoy the most exquisite dining experiences at home, why not hire a private chef in Preston?

A Private Chef: Making Catering Easy

Hiring a private chef to do your cooking offers many advantages. First and foremost is peace of mind. A home chef from yhangry will not only bring their own ingredients, cutting out a stressful shopping trip, but they will do all the cooking and cleaning. Plus, depending on how many guests you have, they'll even serve and clear plates!

Secondly, you'll never fail to make a positive impression on guests. A private chef brings a touch of luxury to any occasion and can make quite the statement, lasting long in the memory.

Finally, having a private chef in Preston means you don't have to waste time slaving away in the kitchen when there are better things to do. With the help of a home chef, you can enjoy time with family and friends while they take care of all your dining needs.

What Menus We Offer in Preston

Regardless of your tastes or budget, there's something for everyone. From elaborate fine dining to informal barbeques, our private chefs have created expert menus highlighting their specialities. Here are some of the menus that we offer:

British
Italian
Indian
Middle Eastern
African and Caribbean
And much more!

So if you want to enjoy an unforgettable gourmet experience without worrying about the hassle of cooking, why not hire a private chef in Preston via yhangry?

Yhangry: Your Catering Solution in Preston

Getting a private chef in Preston has never been easier, thanks to yhangry. With just a few clicks, you can find experienced home chefs who offer a wide range of services, from dinner parties to corporate catering. Simply head over to the menus, make your selection and await our confirmation. Simple as that.

So why not treat yourself to a unique dining experience in Preston? Book a private chef today through yhangry and take your gastronomic journey to the next level. Bon Appétit!

Browse Private Chefs

Ready to see prices and menus for a Private Chef?

Let us match you with suitable private chefs.

Browse local private chefs

Excellent

Find a Private Chef in Preston