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 Thomas

4.96 (69 reviews)

15+ years of culinary expertise | Michelin experienced chef

From £50 per person

Chef Charles G

5.00 (2 reviews)

Michelin and AA Rosette Experienced | Ex- Hand & Flowers, The Coach | Cooked for HNWI clients and celebrities such as Lorraine Kelly

From £80 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 Leicester

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

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We had the most fabulous evening and could not recommend chef Cayetano enough! He was extremely polite and professional, his food was exceptional (both taste and presentation) and most importantly he ...

Suzi

Chef Froud was incredible from start to finish. So professional, amazing food and even cleaning up thoroughly after. We all had an amazing evening and would highly recommend him for future events to a...

Clare

I wanted to write to say just how amazing the experience was. The food was absolutely fantastic. Our guests are still raving about it this morning. Adam was friendly, polite and looked after us really...

David

Darek was great. Wonderful food and great overall. Thanks a lot.

Amira

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

Emma

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Clare

David

Darek was great. Wonderful food and great overall. Thanks a lot.

Amira

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

Emma

Suzi

Clare

David

Darek was great. Wonderful food and great overall. Thanks a lot.

Amira

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

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...

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Our top Private Chefs in Leicester

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

Olamide A

Ready Steady Cook Winner/ Dinner Party Specialist

1 yhangry events

Northampton, Northamptonshire

From £70pp / Min spend £300

Blaine S

2* Michelin trained, produce & flavour-led cooking

Derbyshire

From £60pp / Min spend £350

Andrew P

15+ years of experience | 1* Michelin & AA Rosette Experienced | Ex-Robuchon, London

Leicestershire

From £35pp / Min spend £300

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Charles G

5.0(2)

Michelin and AA Rosette Experienced | Ex- Hand & Flowers, The Coach | Cooked for HNWI clients and celebrities such as Lorraine Kelly

5 yhangry events

Nottinghamshire

From £80pp / Min spend £500

Tyrall S

4.5(18)

2* Michelin Experienced | Expertise in Fine Dining, Prestigious Events, and Serving High-Profile Clients

24 yhangry events

Hinckley, Leicestershire

From £60pp / Min spend £600

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Thomas

4.9(69)

15+ years of culinary expertise | Michelin experienced chef

107 yhangry events

Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

From £50pp / Min spend £360

Terri

5.0(7)

MasterChef 2023 Finalist

9 yhangry events

Warwick, Warwickshire

From £80pp / Min spend £400

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James M

5.0(6)

An Italian: "the best Risotto I've ever had"

16 yhangry events

Northampton, Northamptonshire

From £40pp / Min spend £100

Michael G

5.0(4)

Private Chef , Seafood Specialist

3 yhangry events

Coventry, Warwickshire

From £60pp / Min spend £625

Jakub F

4.8(8)

Head Chef I Top restaurants in Krakow such as Da Pietro and Pod Aniolami, The Fishes in Oxford, The Hatton Arms, The Almanack I Culinary Master

16 yhangry events

Kenilworth, Warwickshire

From £69pp / Min spend £375

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£836

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

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£93pp

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

89

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Our most popular cuisines in Leicester

Enjoy authentic world cuisines at your dining table in Leicester.

Experience the luxury of a Leicester private chef with yhangry

Booking a Leicester private chef through yhangry opens up a world of culinary adventure tailored to your tastes. With over 104 private chefs in Leicester available at your fingertips, you can choose from various cuisines, creating a memorable dining experience in the comfort of your home.

Local produce and speciality dishes

One of the highlights of hiring a private chef in Leicester is their commitment to using local produce. You can enjoy exquisite dishes made from ingredients sourced from Leicester’s rich farmlands. Imagine savouring traditional dishes like Melton Mowbray Pork Pie or Barnack Cheese, which are sure to delight your taste buds and impress your guests.

Diverse menu options

Yhangry offers more than 16 unique menus in Leicester, catering to every occasion. Whether you’re after casual dining, delectable canapés for a party, a lavish brunch, or a BBQ gathering with friends, yhangry has you covered. For those wanting an exceptional treat, numerous chefs even provide Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus.

Customer satisfaction and pricing

When booking a private chef in Leicester, you can rest assured that customers are satisfied, with over 10 five-star reviews celebrating the exceptional service and unforgettable meals they received. On average, customers spend £836 for a group of 9 guests, making it a worthwhile investment for a special occasion or a culinary surprise.

So, if you're looking to create a unique dining experience, consider booking a Leicester private chef with yhangry, and indulge in the flavours of Leicester!

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