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 Shirley S

4.91 (23 reviews)

Authentic flavours. 20 yrs experience

From £35 per person

Chef Michael M

5.00 (15 reviews)

Cooked for the Royal Family, Princess Sophie, and Princess Anne | Worked at the renowned Roast Restaurant in London

From £40 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 Swindon

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Zoe's food is excellent and she made the whole process so incredibly easy. The menu creation was exactly what we wanted with changes made and any dietary requirements addressed. The communication befo...

Nathaniel

I’m really glad I chose Chef Marina for my party. Not only she cooked a very delicious meal, but she also entertained the kids by getting them to make brownies with her. My guests were really impresse...

Claudia

Chef Lech went above and beyond to make my event perfect . He took the time to listen to my requirements, expectations and ensure the event was truly personalised to my needs, with special touches on ...

Veronica

Chef Fouad is an amazing chef We hired him for my mum's 60th birthday at a holiday home in bracklesham bay, chef Fouad truly went above and beyond. The menu choice was fantastic. With us being a lar...

Robert

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

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

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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 Swindon

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

Andrew J

5.0(2)

Head chef @Lucknam Park, Professional South West Chef of the Year 2023, Remy Martin chef pairing winner

4 yhangry events

Corsham, Wiltshire

From £65pp / Min spend £200

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

Hollie B

5.0(13)

Cooked for Celebrities in the Cotswolds

11 yhangry events

Gloucestershire

From £60pp / Min spend £200

Hiromi W

21 years trained in Nobu London and Ibiza

Burford, Oxfordshire

From £85pp / Min spend £300

Andy H

4.6(10)

Head chef of AA 2 rosette Cotswold hotel

6 yhangry events

Burford, Oxfordshire

From £30pp / Min spend £500

Joseph L

1* London Michelin restaurant trained

Gloucestershire

From £50pp / Min spend £400

Jonathan i

private cheffing for celebrities in greece

Carterton, Oxfordshire

Min spend £500

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rising star

Shirley S

4.9(23)

Authentic flavours. 20 yrs experience

40 yhangry events

Stroud, Gloucestershire

From £35pp / Min spend £250

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Michael M

5.0(15)

Cooked for the Royal Family, Princess Sophie, and Princess Anne | Worked at the renowned Roast Restaurant in London

11 yhangry events

Wiltshire

From £40pp / Min spend £600

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Experience the luxury of a Swindon private chef

Booking a Swindon private chef has never been easier, especially with platforms like Yhangry. This service connects you with over 141 private chefs in Swindon, each offering unique culinary experiences tailored to meet your preferences. Imagine indulging in exquisite meals prepared right in your home, complete with local produce and special dishes that delight food enthusiasts.

Diverse menus to suit every occasion

Yhangry offers 16+ menus in Swindon, ranging from casual dining and canapes to BBQ and Michelin-starred fine dining tasting menus. Whether you're planning an intimate dinner party, a lively brunch, or a sophisticated soirée, there's a menu that perfectly fits your event. Foodies can look forward to sampling local specialties like Wiltshire ham and Devizes cheese, showcasing the region's rich culinary heritage.

Exceptional service and glowing reviews

Not only do you get bespoke meals, but the service is also highly praised. Over 6+ customers have shared their five-star experiences after booking a private chef in Swindon, highlighting the quality of food and the attentiveness of chefs. The average customer spends around £830 for a group of 12 guests, making it a luxurious yet accessible dining option for many occasions.

When you book a Swindon private chef through Yhangry, you’re not just hiring a chef; you’re investing in a memorable culinary experience that will leave your guests raving for weeks. Enjoy the convenience, creativity, and top-notch quality that only a professional chef can provide.

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