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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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 Rectory Farm

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We had an outstanding experience with Chef Alexander B! From start to finish, everything was top-notch. The presentation of each dish was beautiful—every plate looked like a work of art—and the flavou...

Emma

after a bit of a worry at the start as Paul had an issue with one of the courses so was a but later than expected, all worked out. Then food was amazing, catering for 11 and two of the party Vegan, P...

Jane

Extremely discreet calm and professional

Orla

Exceptional service from start to finish. Food was amazing, they were very super engaging and incredibly tidy. Would 100% use them again!! Thank you again Chef!

Kani

We had an amazing evening celebrating a birthday with Hannah cooking for us! Everything was perfect - she was flexible on when the various courses were served, the food was incredible, she was so easy...

Emma

Jane

Extremely discreet calm and professional

Orla

Exceptional service from start to finish. Food was amazing, they were very super engaging and incredibly tidy. Would 100% use them again!! Thank you again Chef!

Kani

Emma

Jane

Extremely discreet calm and professional

Orla

Exceptional service from start to finish. Food was amazing, they were very super engaging and incredibly tidy. Would 100% use them again!! Thank you again Chef!

Kani

Emma

We hired Rajika and her team for our Diwali party. They were great, the food was delicious and the overall experience was awesome. They took over the kitchen and when they left it was clean and spotle...

Hardik

They were great. The food was delicious and our party had a great time. They were delayed in getting to us but that was beyond their control and they kept in touch and didn't prevent them from providi...

Mark

Another brilliant class with chef Ben! He makes the classes so fun and the food we end up making is delicious! Can't recommend him enough!

Mariana

This was an amazing experience and our guests loved it - Abhilasha was prompt, made delicious food and engaged with us the whole time. We particularly enjoyed learning about her cooking and trying all...

Sunil

Chef Maciej saved the day by stepping in at the last minute. From the moment he arrived, he was calm and professional, setting a relaxed tone in the kitchen and with our guests. Throughout the even...

Kellyann

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Mark

Another brilliant class with chef Ben! He makes the classes so fun and the food we end up making is delicious! Can't recommend him enough!

Mariana

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Kellyann

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Mark

Another brilliant class with chef Ben! He makes the classes so fun and the food we end up making is delicious! Can't recommend him enough!

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Matthew J

4.9(41)

AA Rosette Experienced

58 yhangry events

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

From £60pp / Min spend £500

Michael O

5.0(7)

4 Time Chef of the Year Finalist

14 yhangry events

Wellingborough, Northamptonshire

From £40pp / Min spend £200

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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

Jonathan N

Chef patron of fine dining restaurant for 6 years

2 yhangry events

Kettering, Northamptonshire

From £65pp / Min spend £350

Aaron J

Business Owner | Executive Chef for Mercedes Benz

1 yhangry events

Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire

From £65pp / Min spend £500

Edward B

working for Arsenal FC and Cambridge Fc

Northampton, Northamptonshire

From £40pp / Min spend £480

Tyrisha

Chef & Food Business Entrepreneur

Bedford, Bedfordshire

From £30pp / Min spend £300

Sade R

5.0(31)

Catered over 100 dinner parties; collaborations with The Cooperative; Jif Lemon

3 yhangry events

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

From £44pp / Min spend £750

Lino D

personal private Chef in my costumers restaurant

Bedford, Bedfordshire

From £38pp / Min spend £300

Tessa W

4.9(64)

Award winning chef with 12+ years of experience | Worked in Multiple Countries, expertise in plant-based cuisines

63 yhangry events

Northampton, Northamptonshire

From £50pp / Min spend £360

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Average spend of customers who book a private chef in Rectory Farm. Based on 13 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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Average per person spend of customers booking a private chef in Rectory Farm

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Experience the luxury of a Rectory Farm private chef

Booking a Rectory Farm private chef through the popular platform "yhangry" offers an unparalleled culinary experience that elevates any occasion. With 134 private chefs in Rectory Farm to choose from, food lovers will find an array of talents ready to showcase local produce and unique dishes that celebrate the region's rich culinary heritage.

Local flavours and speciality dishes

In Rectory Farm, local ingredients play a star role in the menus created by private chefs. You can savour dishes featuring locally-sourced meats, seasonal vegetables, and specialty cheeses. Signature dishes may include Northamptonshire ham served with delicious homemade chutneys or a mouth-watering Beef Wellington prepared with locally reared beef. The emphasis is on fresh, high-quality produce that reflects the region’s agricultural excellence.

A variety of culinary experiences

Whether you're in the mood for casual dining, canapés, brunch, barbecue, or even Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus, yhangry provides over 16+ menus available in Rectory Farm. Each month, 40+ customers book a **private chef in Rectory Farm**, ensuring a vibrant culinary scene that caters to all tastes and preferences.

Impressive customer satisfaction

The platform boasts an outstanding reputation, with over 107 customers providing 5-star reviews for their experiences with a private chef in Rectory Farm. This level of satisfaction highlights the quality and dedication of these professional chefs.

On average, a customer spending approximately £953 for a group of 13 guests demonstrates the exceptional value for a remarkable dining experience curated by a talented chef. Booking a Rectory Farm private chef is not just a meal; it’s a culinary journey that you and your guests will never forget.

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