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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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 for Thai food

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

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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

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...

Maurey

Chef Terri was fabulous. Her food flavours were outstanding. She took time before the event to ensure our menu was exactly what we were after. She was very friendly and engaging on the evening. I high...

Siobhan

Dan cooked a wonderful meal for my husband and his friends for his 40th birthday. They all messaged me to say how good the food was. Some said it was the best meal they'd ever had. Dan's communication...

Charlotte

Chef Matthew communicated very well with us right from the start. He arrived at the time he said he would and was professional at all times. This was for my partners 60th birthday evening and Matthew ...

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Theo joined us for a Christmas dinner party, and he did an exceptional job. He was on time, super friendly, and super organised. The food was also great! We had a few dietary issues in the group which...

Ciara

Chef Kaffar was absolutely outstanding. He created the most beautiful meal for our family and was so engaging and talkative with an immensely calm nature. We had tomato and mushroom bruschetta to st...

Olivia

Janusz was an absolute delight from start to finish. He was quick to respond and accommodating when we were organising the event, catering to our specific dietary requirements and timings. He arrived ...

Charan

John was amazing! Great chef and we really enjoyed his company!

Sorrel

Chef Mike cooked my friends and I a lovely four course meal for my husbands birthday. He brought everything needed apart from pans and plates etc and tidied afterwards. Food was brilliant!

Susanna

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Charan

John was amazing! Great chef and we really enjoyed his company!

Sorrel

Chef Mike cooked my friends and I a lovely four course meal for my husbands birthday. He brought everything needed apart from pans and plates etc and tidied afterwards. Food was brilliant!

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Ciara

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Charan

John was amazing! Great chef and we really enjoyed his company!

Sorrel

Chef Mike cooked my friends and I a lovely four course meal for my husbands birthday. He brought everything needed apart from pans and plates etc and tidied afterwards. Food was brilliant!

Susanna

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Dan T

5.0(37)

Worked at London’s best Thai restaurants for 10+ years | Ex-Begging Bowl in Peckham, Farang London in Highbury

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From £45pp / Min spend £500

Deirdre K

5.0(1)

Head Chef of one of the first gastro pubs in Londo

1 yhangry events

London, Greater London

From £35pp / Min spend £400

Leroy S

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From £35pp / Min spend £200

Steve S

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From £60pp / Min spend £300

Tyrone P

2 AA Rosettes| Cooked for J Lo, Mariah Carey, Denzel Washington, and Tom Cruise.

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From £50pp / Min spend £500

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Mark S

5.0(17)

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Average spend of customers who book a private chef for Thai food. Based on 10 guests and the cost includes groceries, serving and clean up

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Private Chefs we work with who specialise in Thai food

£76pp

Average per person spend of customers booking a private chef for Thai food

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Experience the delight of a Thai private chef with yhangry

Booking a Thai private chef through yhangry transforms your dining experience into something extraordinary. With over 154 skilled private chefs specialising in Thai cuisine across the UK, you can indulge in an authentic culinary journey right in the comfort of your home. Yhangry offers more than just meals; they curate an experience tailored to your preferences.

Discover the richness of Thai cuisine

Thai food is renowned for its vibrant flavours and fresh ingredients. Iconic dishes often feature lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves, which create a sensational depth of flavour. Classics such as Pad Thai, Tom Yum Soup, and Massaman Curry appeal to foodies, showcasing the balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy that defines Thai gastronomy.

Personalised menus for every occasion

Yhangry offers over 12 distinct menus, ranging from casual dining to Michelin-starred fine dining tasting options. Whether you're in the mood for a casual BBQ or a sophisticated brunch, there's a menu designed for you. Every month, more than 113 customers are requesting a private chef for Thai food, highlighting the growing popularity of this delightful cuisine.

Customer satisfaction and affordability

With over 130 customers leaving glowing 5-star reviews, it's clear that yhangry’s service resonates with those seeking quality and flavour. For an average booking of £627 for a group of 11 guests, you can host a memorable evening filled with exquisite Thai dishes without the hassle of cooking.

Choosing a private chef for Thai food from yhangry not only supports local chefs but also offers a unique dining experience that’s sure to impress your guests.

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