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 Gary M

5.00 (1 reviews)

Winner of MasterChef the Professionals.

From £200 per person

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5.00 (1 reviews)

achieving 2 rosettes for almost 10 years.

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 Inverness

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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

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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

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 Inverness

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

rising star

Lee b

5.0(1)

achieving 2 rosettes for almost 10 years.

2 yhangry events

Inverness, Inverness-shire

From £40pp / Min spend £200

Graham W

Chef at 5 Star Venue & Private Dining

Highland Council, Scotland

From £55pp / Min spend £550

Tim M

Cooking real, simple and delicious seasonal food

Moray, Scotland

From £45pp / Min spend £550

David A

AA rosette / Local produce Argyll & Bute /20+ years experience

Argyll and Bute Council, Scotland

From £60pp / Min spend £500

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luxury

Gary M

5.0(1)

Winner of MasterChef the Professionals.

1 yhangry events

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £200pp / Min spend £2500

Alistair F

Trained @ New England Culinary Institute| Worked @ Inverlochy Castle, Grande Roche Hotel.

Elgin, Morayshire

From £40pp / Min spend £300

Mark H

Personal Chef to Royalty and Hollywood Elite

Stirling, Stirlingshire

From £150pp / Min spend £1750

David B

Up to 3* Michelin trained and winning 3 rosettes

Perth and Kinross, Scotland

From £75pp / Min spend £400

Aaron Q

Working For Hugh Fearnley whittingstall

Glasgow, Lanarkshire

From £64pp / Min spend £650

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Adam

4.5(2)

15+ years of AA Rosette and Michelin experience | Multi-award-winning chef

4 yhangry events

Perth, Perthshire

From £80pp / Min spend £600

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Booking an Inverness private chef with Yhangry

When you choose to book an Inverness private chef through Yhangry, you're not just arranging a meal; you're embarking on a unique culinary journey. With 9 skilled private chefs in Inverness, Yhangry offers a diverse array of options tailored to your specific tastes and occasion. From casual dining to Michelin-starred tasting menus, there's something for every foodie to enjoy.

Explore local flavours

One of the significant advantages of hiring a private chef in Inverness is the opportunity to savour local produce. Chefs often incorporate fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from the Highlands into their menus, showcasing dishes that reflect the region's rich culinary heritage. Enjoying a hearty haggis or fresh Scottish salmon prepared right in your home elevates the dining experience.

Variety of menus to suit every occasion

Yhangry offers over 7 distinctive menus in Inverness, ranging from casual brunch options to elegant canapés and delicious BBQs. Moreover, for those seeking a more sophisticated experience, you can indulge in Michelin-starred fine dining tasting menus. Every meal is crafted to cater to your individual preferences, ensuring an unforgettable dining event.

Affordable luxury

The average customer booking a private chef in Inverness spends around £478, making this an accessible way to enjoy a lavish meal without the need for formal dining out. With personalised service and exceptional culinary skills, hiring an Inverness private chef promises a remarkable dining experience that you’ll cherish.

So why not bring the best of Highland cuisine to your dining table with a private chef in Inverness? Discover the ease and excitement of booking through Yhangry today.

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