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 Lukasz K

4.91 (206 reviews)

Ex-Coya Mayfair Chef; full time Yhangry Private Chef; Nutrition & Life Coach.

From £60 per person

Chef Anaam M

4.92 (51 reviews)

Trained by Michel Roux Jr, cooked for the Royal Family, Bahrain's Regal Family | featured in Financial Times | Ex-The Hilton, The Marriott, and the RAF Museum

From £75 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 Guildford

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

Excellent

Unbelievable food and lovely person. Thank you so much!

Anni

Felix and Maki provided a creative menu with beautiful flavours for our group of 10. Everyone thought the overall menu worked really well and British Asian fusion hit the mark. They communicated eff...

Ben

Maria was great! Definitely book her for your event, food was great, communication was great, and a lovely person to have around!

Sabine

Thank you Chef Dave for a wonderful dinner we have had. We enjoyed mouth-watering dishes made from fresh and the highest quality products. Chef was very professional, perfectionist and friendly. He su...

Beata

It surpassed all our expectations ! Truly fabulous, delicious, beautiful food with such passion and fabulous attention to detail and service. From the very first contact we were looked after and infor...

Amy

Unbelievable food and lovely person. Thank you so much!

Anni

Ben

Maria was great! Definitely book her for your event, food was great, communication was great, and a lovely person to have around!

Sabine

Beata

Amy

Unbelievable food and lovely person. Thank you so much!

Anni

Ben

Maria was great! Definitely book her for your event, food was great, communication was great, and a lovely person to have around!

Sabine

Beata

Amy

What a wonderfully talented Chef!! Antonio prepared the most amazing and tailored menu for my birthday evening. I cannot recommend or thank him and his wonderful waiter Douglas enough!!! 10/10 … Pa t...

Felicity

Thanks to chef Benjamin! We had wonderful time and mouth-watering 5 courses dinner. Beautifully served, complex dishes, and friendly, simple communication. We will definitely choose him again for our ...

Agne

Lauren and her assistant arrived smiling and were very organised. They provided everything they needed. The kitchen was left spotless after they had finished. Lauren had suggested a lovely menu which ...

The exceed

Keiko was great. Amazing food, got the whole family involved in some hand rolls. Would definitely recommend.

Aneek

I was not sure what to expect. But I can safely say it was a fantastic experience. I felt relaxed with someone else using my kitchen. I could not fault anything. Antonio was very polite and patient wi...

Stephanie

Felicity

Agne

The exceed

Keiko was great. Amazing food, got the whole family involved in some hand rolls. Would definitely recommend.

Aneek

Stephanie

Felicity

Agne

The exceed

Keiko was great. Amazing food, got the whole family involved in some hand rolls. Would definitely recommend.

Aneek

Stephanie

Our top Private Chefs in Guildford

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

Antonio M

5.0(88)

15+ years of culinary expertise | AA Rosette & Michelin Experienced, ex- Lucknam Park

152 yhangry events

Worcester Park, Surrey

From £55pp / Min spend £290

rising star

Lukasz K

4.9(206)

Ex-Coya Mayfair Chef; full time Yhangry Private Chef; Nutrition & Life Coach.

449 yhangry events

Raynes Park, London

From £60pp / Min spend £300

super chef

Anaam M

4.9(51)

Trained by Michel Roux Jr, cooked for the Royal Family, Bahrain's Regal Family | featured in Financial Times | Ex-The Hilton, The Marriott, and the RAF Museum

57 yhangry events

Hounslow, Greater London

From £75pp / Min spend £850

Youcef k

High quality of food. From michelin star to casual

4 yhangry events

Redhill, Surrey

From £55pp / Min spend £500

most rebooked

Fergus b

5.0(11)

Sold Out Supper Clubs I Hot Sauce Business Entrepreneur I One-of-a-kind experience

21 yhangry events

England

From £60pp / Min spend £1500

Kamil N

Winning Taittinger Grand Prix Culinaire in UK

3 yhangry events

Greater London

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Rajika

4.7(27)

Private Chef, Caterer, Supper Club Host

30 yhangry events

Hounslow, Greater London

From £45pp / Min spend £400

Manika S

5.0(7)

4+ years of culinary expertise | Supper Club Host | Catered for HNWI | Pop-up Restaurant

14 yhangry events

Haslemere, Surrey

From £90pp / Min spend £500

luxury

Gregory S

5.0(4)

Worked with Gordon Ramsay | Michelin experience

7 yhangry events

Woking, Surrey

From £25pp / Min spend £795

Jermaine B

Experienced in authentic Jamaican cuisine | Cooked for celebrities including Raheim Sterling and Thomas William Hiddleston

Hounslow, Greater London

From £50pp / Min spend £550

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Average spend of customers who book a private chef in Guildford. Based on 8 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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Experience the luxury of a Guildford private chef

Booking a Guildford private chef through the platform yhangry opens up a world of culinary possibilities. With over 276 private chefs available in Guildford, you can easily find a chef who resonates with your taste and occasion.

Local produce and specialities

The charm of hiring a private chef in Guildford lies in their dedication to utilising local produce. Imagine indulging in dishes made from fresh ingredients sourced from nearby farms, creating a delightful culinary experience that showcases the best of Surrey's offerings. With 16+ menus ranging from casual dining to Michelin-starred fine dining tasting menus, there's something for every palate. Foodies will particularly enjoy options like traditional Shepherd's Pie made with local lamb or Watercress Soup using the famous Guildford watercress—a local specialty.

Ease of booking and customer satisfaction

When booking a private chef in Guildford, yhangry makes the process seamless. With just a few clicks, you can select your desired menu, date, and chef. The exceptional service is reflected in the reviews, as over 32 customers have left 5-star reviews praising their experiences.

For those planning a gathering, the average cost for booking a private chef in Guildford is around £796 for a group of 8 guests. This investment not only provides a delicious meal but also an unforgettable dining experience, all while you relax and enjoy the company of your guests.

If you're looking to elevate your next event, consider a Guildford private chef through yhangry for an unforgettable culinary journey right in your home.

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