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 Emma B

5.00 (4 reviews)

Authentic flavours; 10 years experience

From £35 per person

Chef Paul H

Winning and maintaining my own Michelin star in London, leading to cooking on BBC's Saturday kitchen and C4's Sunday Brunch

From £100 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 Vale of White Horse

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Excellent

Really lovely chatty lady. Fantastic communication and the service was impeccable. Really tasty food and accommodating to any dietary requirements. Lovely experience overall

Amy

Greg was amazing - the food was delicious and he came prepared with all of his own plates and cutlery so kitchen was left spotless once he had finished.

Ben

Fabio was great from the moment we started to converse. He was very helpful and accommodating of my requirements. He arrived on time and was on it from beginning to the end. The food was delicious, I ...

Lucie

Great planning, great food, great overall experience!

Katie

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Susan

Really lovely chatty lady. Fantastic communication and the service was impeccable. Really tasty food and accommodating to any dietary requirements. Lovely experience overall

Amy

Greg was amazing - the food was delicious and he came prepared with all of his own plates and cutlery so kitchen was left spotless once he had finished.

Ben

Lucie

Great planning, great food, great overall experience!

Katie

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Susan

Really lovely chatty lady. Fantastic communication and the service was impeccable. Really tasty food and accommodating to any dietary requirements. Lovely experience overall

Amy

Greg was amazing - the food was delicious and he came prepared with all of his own plates and cutlery so kitchen was left spotless once he had finished.

Ben

Lucie

Great planning, great food, great overall experience!

Katie

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Susan

Could not fault Shaun at all. Food was amazing, all on time, and he did an amazing job at cleaning up after! Everyone commented about how clean he kept everything, would definitely recommend and would...

Ellie

Janusz was a great addition to our event. Great with his communication, on time and willing to chat to us about the food and his background. Super friendly and would recommend his cooking to anyone

Matt

Anaam was booked by my twin Nieces for our family to celebrate their 40th birthday, they had booked him before for a previous celebration and was so pleased and impressed, hence booking him again, and...

Cheryl

Celebrated my partner's 45th birthday with a group of friends and Annabel made the evening so special! The food was delicious (all of my partner's favorites cooked to perfection!), great conversation ...

Catalina

The food was incredible, Nick listened to my big mama Italian brief and made it come to life… the starter and pudding especially where the standouts. I’ve had a lot of chocolate salted caramel mousses...

Sophie

Ellie

Janusz was a great addition to our event. Great with his communication, on time and willing to chat to us about the food and his background. Super friendly and would recommend his cooking to anyone

Matt

Cheryl

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Ellie

Janusz was a great addition to our event. Great with his communication, on time and willing to chat to us about the food and his background. Super friendly and would recommend his cooking to anyone

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Our top Private Chefs in Vale of White Horse

From casual dining to Michelin-Starred fine dining menus, browse our vetted and rated private chefs in Vale of White Horse.

rising star

Emma B

5.0(4)

Authentic flavours; 10 years experience

6 yhangry events

Oxfordshire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Miranda M

5.0(3)

Global culinary background, cooked for Hollywood actors and music industry elites | Nutritionist

6 yhangry events

Woodstock, Oxfordshire

From £60pp / Min spend £290

Gifty A

20+ years of experience | Ex- Crown Plaza, Marriott Hotel | International Experience, worked at an Italian Restaurant for 4+ years | Level 2 and level 3 Professional Cookery

Swindon, Wiltshire

From £35pp / Min spend £500

Martin R

Michelin Star. AA Rosette. Private Chef for PM of Canada. Cooked for Bill Clinton and Tiger Woods

Witney, Oxfordshire

From £40pp / Min spend £250

Hiromi W

21 years trained in Nobu London and Ibiza

Burford, Oxfordshire

From £85pp / Min spend £300

John O

5.0(2)

Michelin-Star Experienced, Euro-Toques Ireland Finalist; ex L'Ortolan,

3 yhangry events

Newbury, Berkshire

From £25pp / Min spend £375

Sarah W

5.0(1)

7+ years of culinary expertise | Two Michelin Star experience | Leith’s School of Food and Wine | Supper Club Host

2 yhangry events

Thatcham, Berkshire

From £65pp / Min spend £300

Mark T

4.7(17)

2 AA rosette winning chef - Bringing the restaurant to you.

15 yhangry events

Newbury, Berkshire

From £70pp / Min spend £500

luxury

Paul H

Winning and maintaining my own Michelin star in London, leading to cooking on BBC's Saturday kitchen and C4's Sunday Brunch

Gloucestershire

From £100pp / Min spend £1500

Andy H

4.6(10)

Head chef of AA 2 rosette Cotswold hotel

6 yhangry events

Burford, Oxfordshire

From £30pp / Min spend £500

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Average spend of customers who book a private chef in Vale of White Horse. 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 Vale of White Horse

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Experience the luxury of a private chef in Vale of White Horse

Booking a Vale of White Horse private chef service through the innovative platform "yhangry" is an unforgettable experience. With 159 talented private chefs available, food enthusiasts are spoiled for choice, making it easy to find the perfect culinary expert to suit your needs.

Diverse menus tailored to your taste

Yhangry offers over 16 different menus, ranging from casual dining and canapés to elegant Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus. Whether you’re hosting a relaxed brunch, a summer BBQ, or an exquisite dinner party, there’s something to satisfy every palate. The culinary talents found on yhangry take pride in using locally-sourced produce and incorporating local speciality dishes into their menus, ensuring a true taste of the Vale.

Exceptional service and quality

When you hire a private chef in Vale of White Horse, you’re not only getting a meal; you’re investing in an experience. Yhangry chefs consistently receive rave reviews, with over 21 customers giving a perfect 5-star rating after their private dining experiences. The average spending for a captivating evening with a private chef is around £730 for a group of 10 guests, making it an ideal option for special occasions.

Indulging in a meal prepared by a skilled chef allows you to savour the flavours of the region while enjoying the intimacy of your own space. Booking a Vale of White Horse private chef through yhangry will elevate any culinary occasion, ensuring it’s not just a meal, but a memorable event.

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