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 Charlie s

5.00 (1 reviews)

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

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Chef Kevin

5.00 (6 reviews)

Michelin Experienced Chef | Trained under renowned chef Marco Pierre White | Cooked for Princess Diana, Pete Tong, Margaret Thatcher, Damian Hirst, Madonna, and Gordon Ramsay

From £60 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 Dringhouses

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

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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...

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

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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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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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...

Sana

Rachel was fantastic. The food was really elevated and perfectly executed. I have used other Yhangry chefs and Rachel has been the best by far. From canapés to mains to dessert the food was ex...

Ashley

Shirley was an absolute legend! Confident, experienced and charming. She worked efficiently and was more than able to field all of our questions. It was a very special night for my husband’s birthday...

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Rachel was fantastic. The food was really elevated and perfectly executed. I have used other Yhangry chefs and Rachel has been the best by far. From canapés to mains to dessert the food was ex...

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Rachel was fantastic. The food was really elevated and perfectly executed. I have used other Yhangry chefs and Rachel has been the best by far. From canapés to mains to dessert the food was ex...

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Our top Private Chefs in Dringhouses

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

rising star

Charlie s

5.0(1)

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

10 yhangry events

York, Yorkshire

From £40pp / Min spend £200

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Kevin

5.0(6)

Michelin Experienced Chef | Trained under renowned chef Marco Pierre White | Cooked for Princess Diana, Pete Tong, Margaret Thatcher, Damian Hirst, Madonna, and Gordon Ramsay

9 yhangry events

York, Yorkshire

From £60pp / Min spend £500

Jack R

Cooking along side Shaun Rankin, 1 star Chef

1 yhangry events

Harrogate, Yorkshire

From £50pp / Min spend £400

Stu H

A List

York, Yorkshire

From £50pp / Min spend £500

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

Luis S

Award Winning Private Chef of over 15yrs

3 yhangry events

Harrogate, Yorkshire

From £56pp / Min spend £500

Molly P

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

Leeds, Yorkshire

From £75pp / Min spend £800

Victoria C

Worked with Gordon Ramsay, Hairy Bikers, Marco P.

Harrogate, Yorkshire

From £100pp / Min spend £1000

Edmar L

Owner and head chef of Blukku ltd

82 yhangry events

Leeds, Yorkshire

From £31pp / Min spend £213

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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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£1,560

Average spend of customers who book a private chef in Dringhouses. Based on 12 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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Discover the luxury of a Dringhouses private chef service

Booking a Dringhouses private chef through Yhangry is an exceptional experience for both food lovers and those looking to enjoy a stress-free dining occasion. With access to 48 private chefs in Dringhouses, you can explore a vast array of culinary talent without leaving your home. From casual dining to Michelin-starred fine dining tasting menus, Yhangry ensures that there's something to suit every palate.

Local produce at its finest

One of the highlights of hiring a private chef in Dringhouses is the emphasis on local produce. Many of the chefs embrace the farm-to-table philosophy, curating menus that feature seasonal ingredients sourced from nearby farms and markets. For foodies, this means indulging in authentic Yorkshire dishes, such as Yorkshire pudding or Wensleydale cheese, crafted using the finest local ingredients.

Diverse menu options

Yhangry offers over 16 menus available in Dringhouses, tailored to cater for all types of events. Whether you're after a stylish brunch with friends, a laid-back BBQ, or an extravagant celebration with a Michelin-star dining experience, the options are plentiful. You can even choose to have delicious canapés to impress your guests during cocktail hour.

Cost of hiring a private chef

The average customer booking a private chef in Dringhouses typically spends around £1,560 for a group of 12 guests. This investment guarantees a memorable dining experience, allowing you to enjoy gourmet meals in the comfort of your own home without the hassle of cooking and cleaning up.

In conclusion, hiring a Dringhouses private chef is an unforgettable way to elevate your gatherings, showcasing local flavours and culinary creativity while providing you with a bespoke dining experience tailored to your preferences.

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