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 Paola L

5.00 (3 reviews)

"Best New Chef" award, recognized for innovative fusion of traditional Italian cuisine with global flavors

From £45 per person

Chef Vimbai Patience P

5.00 (7 reviews)

Pastry Specialist, Abode Hotel fine dining and Chester Race Course

From £55 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 Halifax

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

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This is the 4th time I've booked an event with Chef Fouad and it was just as amazing as ever! He came all the way to Hebdon Bridge from London, catered for many dietary requirements such as vegan and...

Holly

From start to finish Ellen made this experience so easy and stress-free. She suggested a menu based on a very basic idea and it was great, very happy to accommodate the changes I wanted too. The food ...

Nat

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!

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...

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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!

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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...

Emily

Chef Felix and Maki were incredible! Cooked a delicious Asian menu for a birthday celebration and really made the meal a unique and unforgettable experience. Food was divine and they were amazing in t...

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Our top Private Chefs in Halifax

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

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Paola L

5.0(3)

"Best New Chef" award, recognized for innovative fusion of traditional Italian cuisine with global flavors

6 yhangry events

Leeds, Yorkshire

From £45pp / Min spend £200

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Vimbai Patience P

5.0(7)

Pastry Specialist, Abode Hotel fine dining and Chester Race Course

9 yhangry events

Oldham, Lancashire

From £55pp / Min spend £300

Terrence M

5.0(14)

Cooked for illustrious figures like Krept n Conan | Trained at Thomas Danby College for Professional Chefs (Leeds) | Speciality: Afro-Caribbean

22 yhangry events

Leeds, Yorkshire

From £35pp / Min spend £200

Nathan H

5.0(1)

AA Rosette Experienced | Trained under the renowned classical French chef, David Keir | Cooked for Princess Anne, Robert de Niro, and the BBC

1 yhangry events

Leeds, Yorkshire

From £45pp / Min spend £450

Kaffar S

4.8(88)

18+ years of experience across multiple countries | Cooked for HNWI clients

132 yhangry events

Rochdale, Lancashire

From £69pp / Min spend £450

Molly P

Award winning 'Best Chef in Yorkshire' I 'Best Fine Dining Experience'

Leeds, Yorkshire

From £75pp / Min spend £800

Gavin M

Head Chef I Michelin Star Experience

Holmfirth, Yorkshire

From £35pp / Min spend £300

Edmar L

Owner and head chef of Blukku ltd

82 yhangry events

Leeds, Yorkshire

From £31pp / Min spend £213

Eric F

Creating a unique method of cooking meat

Batley, Yorkshire

From £250pp / Min spend £4000

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Enjoy authentic world cuisines at your dining table in Halifax.

Experience the ease of booking a Halifax private chef

Imagine indulging in exquisite cuisine prepared just for you in the comfort of your own home. Booking a Halifax private chef through platforms like Yhangry makes this experience not only possible but effortless. With over 69 private chefs in Halifax, you're sure to find the perfect culinary expert to suit your taste.

Delight in local produce and specialities

Halifax is renowned for its rich agricultural heritage, meaning you can enjoy a variety of local produce in your menu. Many of Yhangry’s chefs incorporate ingredients such as fresh Yorkshire rhubarb, local cheeses, and traditional Yorkshire puddings into their dishes, giving you a true taste of the region. You can explore 16+ diverse menus, from casual dining and canapés to BBQ and Michelin-starred fine dining experiences.

How to plan your private chef experience

The process is straightforward. After selecting a private chef in Halifax, simply choose from the available menus tailored to your preferences. On average, customers booking a private chef in Halifax spend approximately £478 for a group of 4 guests. This cost often includes not just the meal but also the chef's cooking, service, and clean-up.

Whether you're hosting a special celebration or just seeking to impress your guests with an unforgettable dining experience, hiring a Halifax private chef is the perfect choice. With Yhangry, you can elevate your next gathering with delicious local flavours expertly prepared by the finest chefs in the area.

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