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.

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Everyone was really impressed with David, his professionalism, backstory and food! We were a group of 15 ladies for a hen party, with varying dietary requirements and allergies. David made sure the ev...

Kyla

Chef Fauod was amazing in every way. He turned up on time and worked endlessly for the entire afternoon/evening. The food was amazing and there was plenty to go round, so we could have leftovers the n...

Izzy

I can’t thank Tyrall and his partner Tia enough for making our special evening so amazing. The menu we chose went down very well with our guests, the presentation and the quality of the food was exce...

Richard

What a great evening we had thanks to the super food cooked by Nick. Our mezze was presented excellently as well as being delicious. There was plenty to go round and even had some left over to snack...

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Chef Kaffar was a great addition to our Christmas event. He provided several Christmas sandwiches for students which received very good feedback :)

Amy

The perfect event for NYE Such amazing food - made everything so much easier and we got to sit back and enjoy lots of delicious food that everyone raves about all night!

Emma

Fantastic! Great food and flavours! Tessa was so warm and approachable when curating my menu! I would highly reccomend!

Ebunoluwa

We had 4 guests join us to celebrate my husbands 60th birthday. Sam was brilliant she listened to our likes and dislikes and created a menu that exceeded all our expectations. Arriving 2 hours before ...

Dianne

Chef Kaffar was a great addition to our Christmas event. He provided several Christmas sandwiches for students which received very good feedback :)

Amy

The perfect event for NYE Such amazing food - made everything so much easier and we got to sit back and enjoy lots of delicious food that everyone raves about all night!

Emma

Fantastic! Great food and flavours! Tessa was so warm and approachable when curating my menu! I would highly reccomend!

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Dianne

Chef Kaffar was a great addition to our Christmas event. He provided several Christmas sandwiches for students which received very good feedback :)

Amy

The perfect event for NYE Such amazing food - made everything so much easier and we got to sit back and enjoy lots of delicious food that everyone raves about all night!

Emma

Fantastic! Great food and flavours! Tessa was so warm and approachable when curating my menu! I would highly reccomend!

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3 yhangry events

Lincoln, Lincolnshire

From £30pp / Min spend £150

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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

Blaine S

2* Michelin trained, produce & flavour-led cooking

Derbyshire

From £60pp / Min spend £350

Nichola T

Cooking at Buckingham palace

Nottinghamshire

From £35pp / Min spend £300

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working with Chef Paul kaufmann for a private part

Lincoln, Lincolnshire

From £50pp / Min spend £30

Andrew P

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

Leicestershire

From £35pp / Min spend £300

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Thomas M

5.0(47)

3* Michelin trained I Award Winning Private Chef

66 yhangry events

Lincoln, Lincolnshire

From £100pp / Min spend £750

Gareth W

1 & 2* Michelin experience, cooked for royalty!

Retford, Nottinghamshire

From £60pp / Min spend £500

Olamide A

Ready Steady Cook Winner/ Dinner Party Specialist

1 yhangry events

Northampton, Northamptonshire

From £70pp / Min spend £300

Richard S

Award winning chef and recipient of many accolades

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From £60pp / Min spend £500

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Hire Private Chefs in Nottingham

Do you live in Nottingham and are looking to improve your culinary experience? Look no further than a private chef – they can elevate any ordinary meal into something extraordinary. Whether it's an intimate dinner for two or a larger gathering with friends, Nottingham has some amazing private chefs that are sure to impress with their cooking!

Why a Private Chef Might Be for You

We always like to make a good impression on our friends, colleagues and loved ones. And we know the way to anyone's heart is through their stomach. So what better way to leave a lasting impression than a meal specially cooked by a home chef?

There is no need to be intimidated by a home chef because they are here to make the entire catering process effortless for you. A home chef will not only take all the stress out of organising an event, but they'll also clean up and, depending on the number of guests, even serve and clear plates!

Bringing Variety to Nottingham Menus

At yhangry, we offer a variety of menus which you can customise to ensure you get only the dishes you want and will enjoy. From traditional British fare to more exotic cuisine, our private chefs have something for everyone.

Perhaps you'd like to try something from our Italian menu or even some French recipes? We can offer you a plethora of options so that your food is tailored to exactly what you and your guests desire.

Yhangry: For the Busy Hosts

Yhangry makes it easy for you to find and book an amazing home chef in Nottingham, no matter how busy your schedule is. Our innovative catering platform offers an easy-to-use, searchable list of menus made available by private chefs in Nottingham, making it easier than ever to find the perfect one for any occasion.

Booking online with yhangry is simple and secure. Head over to our menus section, make your selection, refine your choices and book.

So why wait? Take advantage of the amazing cooking talent in Nottingham and book a private chef today! Whether it's a romantic dinner or an unforgettable gathering with friends, our home chefs have all the skills necessary to make your meal memorable. With yhangry, booking a private chef in Nottingham is now easier than ever.

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