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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Former Tommy Banks' Head Chef Michelin 1* & 2*

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AA Rosette Accolades | Specializing in Pastry Artistry

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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 Richmond

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

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Marco went above and beyond for the incredible dinner we had. I booked Marco for my 30th birthday dinner with my best girlfriends. Everyone loved the food, how lovely Marco was and whilst we were enjo...

Priya

Fabrice was fantastic! We booked him with only two days notice and he delivered a beautiful meal for 9 of us. The food was abundant, delicious and exceptionally presented. It is clear that he has exce...

Rachel

Honestly could not recommend Janusz more, he created an insane menu and catered for members who were vegan. He helped us when we had a power cut and the food was so tasty and such big portions (make s...

Abigail

Joe is an incredible chef, every course he served was sublime and he went far and above the original brief which made for a wonderful family dinner party. Joes was extremely courteous throughout the e...

Jamie

The second meal that Thomas has cooked for us and it was excellent again

Jon

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Jamie

The second meal that Thomas has cooked for us and it was excellent again

Jon

Priya

Rachel

Abigail

Jamie

The second meal that Thomas has cooked for us and it was excellent again

Jon

Shirley arrived as promised and settled into our kitchen easily cooking lunch. She was really sociable and it didn’t feel awkward having her in our home at all. The food was lovely and it was really s...

Sarah

Very charming & accomodating chef. Delicious food.

Nicholas

Really lovely dinner for a family celebration. Paul prepared scrumptious food for us at our Airbnb. We didn’t have to lift a finger for the entire evening and he made our evening very special

Naomi

Overall a really great experience, he dressed up with the theme of our evening (1920s murder mystery), the food was excellent and everyone really enjoyed it!

Hannah

From the point of booking, chef seema was fantastic! Seamless process, seema and her husband were amazing, the food was fantastic. One of our party was allergic to nuts and seema went above and beyond...

Rebecca

Sarah

Very charming & accomodating chef. Delicious food.

Nicholas

Really lovely dinner for a family celebration. Paul prepared scrumptious food for us at our Airbnb. We didn’t have to lift a finger for the entire evening and he made our evening very special

Naomi

Overall a really great experience, he dressed up with the theme of our evening (1920s murder mystery), the food was excellent and everyone really enjoyed it!

Hannah

Rebecca

Sarah

Very charming & accomodating chef. Delicious food.

Nicholas

Really lovely dinner for a family celebration. Paul prepared scrumptious food for us at our Airbnb. We didn’t have to lift a finger for the entire evening and he made our evening very special

Naomi

Overall a really great experience, he dressed up with the theme of our evening (1920s murder mystery), the food was excellent and everyone really enjoyed it!

Hannah

Rebecca

Our top Private Chefs in Richmond

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

James M

4.9(35)

AA Rosette Accolades | Specializing in Pastry Artistry

40 yhangry events

Thirsk, Yorkshire

From £50pp / Min spend £400

Toby H

MasterChef 24 contestant, winning 2nd Michelin *

Newton Aycliffe, Durham

From £54pp / Min spend £250

Martyn H

Cooked for Priminister Trudeau (canada

Shildon, Durham

From £35pp / Min spend £500

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Charlie s

5.0(1)

Former Tommy Banks' Head Chef Michelin 1* & 2*

10 yhangry events

York, Yorkshire

From £40pp / Min spend £200

Silivestru G

1* Michelin Trained Chef

2 yhangry events

Harrogate, Yorkshire

From £50pp / Min spend £200

Jack R

Cooking along side Shaun Rankin, 1 star Chef

1 yhangry events

Harrogate, Yorkshire

From £50pp / Min spend £400

Luis S

Award Winning Private Chef of over 15yrs

3 yhangry events

Harrogate, Yorkshire

From £56pp / Min spend £500

Victoria C

Worked with Gordon Ramsay, Hairy Bikers, Marco P.

Harrogate, Yorkshire

From £100pp / Min spend £1000

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Experiencing a Richmond private chef service with yhangry

Booking a Richmond private chef through the yhangry platform offers a seamless and luxurious dining experience. With 394 private chefs in Richmond to choose from, food enthusiasts can easily find a culinary expert who resonates with their palate and preferences.

Exploring local produce and specialities

One of the most exciting aspects of hiring a private chef in Richmond is their dedication to using fresh, local produce. Richmond boasts a rich culinary heritage, allowing chefs to incorporate local delicacies like Yorkshire dales lamb, Wensleydale cheese, and seasonal vegetables into the menu. These ingredients not only enhance the flavour of each dish but also showcase the best of what Richmond has to offer.

Diverse menus to cater to any occasion

yhangry presents an impressive range of over 16 menus available in Richmond, catering to various tastes and occasions. From casual dining experiences, delightful canapes, elegant brunches, to scrumptious BBQs, there’s something for everyone. For those seeking an extraordinary gastronomic journey, the Michelin-Starred fine dining tasting menus provide an unparalleled experience that foodies will relish.

Value for an unforgettable experience

The average cost of booking a private chef in Richmond is approximately £936 for a group of 21 guests. This investment not only elevates your dining experience but also allows you to enjoy a stress-free event, with the chef taking care of everything from preparation to cleanup.

In summary, booking a Richmond private chef through yhangry is an incredible way to enjoy a bespoke and memorable dining experience, while celebrating the rich flavours of local produce.

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