How much does it cost to hire a private chef?

To hire a private chef in the United Kingdom should cost between £39 and £195. The average price is £96. When you input your party details on the form on Poptop, you will be able to view the live prices and availability of several chefs, and you can book a private chef in a few simple steps. You will also be able to discuss your specific requirements. If you have a specific meal request, you can discuss it with the chef before the event so that the chef can fully prepare for it.

How to hire a private chef?

Hiring a private chef on Poptop is an easy process. All you have to do is take the following simple steps: 1. Choose the city where this service is required. 2. Then, on the website, enter your party details to view the instant prices and the availability of chefs. 3. Make a booking request. 4. Proceed to pay a deposit to secure your date. 5. The private chef for hire confirms your booking! With these simple processes, you rest assured of a delectable meal at your party. If you have any special dietary requirements, please discuss these with the chef prior to your event day.

Which cuisines can I order from the chefs on Poptop?

The menus are varied for each chef - Italian, Mexican, Greek, Asian, etc. The menus include Spanish Jamon croquetas, smoked salmon, creme fraiche, pickled cucumber, caviar, wild mushroom and truffle arancini, guacamole, and chili, as well as prawn tostadas, guacamole, and guacamole. There are also vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free menu options. Indulgent chocolate brownie with strawberries, Eaton Mess mango cheesecake with fresh fruit marinated in spices and cream quenelle, Crème Brulee, fresh fruit red fruits, and Sicilian lemon mousse are some of the dessert alternatives available.

Do I need to provide crockery, cutlery, or any other kitchen appliances?

No, you don’t. Our supplier will provide the cutlery and crockery required for your event. Additionally, the chef for hire on Poptop, will deliver equipment and tools such as knives, stainless steel trays, pots, pans, spoons, and tongs. Furthermore, the chef will provide all of the cooking ingredients, such as salt, celery leaves and sauce, garlic, honey, and so forth. Before leaving the event venue, the chef will clean the area. You don't need to stress about providing any equipment for your event.

Who buys the ingredients?

You don't have to worry about purchasing ingredients for your event. All of the cooking ingredients, such as meat, vegetables, grains, salt, syrup, garlic, honey, and so on, will be purchased and provided by the chef. The chef will also clean up after your event. The chef can also create a menu tailored to your needs, allowing you to sit back and relax with your guests. A full explanation of each dish will be provided as well.

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Authentic Spanish 3-Course Tapas Meal Extravaganza

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5( 9 reviews )

• 2 bookings

Authentic Spanish 3-Course Tapas Meal Extravaganza

Tapas Catering is your neighbourhood Spanish catering company, cooking all of your favourites with a hip new spin on traditional cuisine.

3-Course Meal with Rib Eye Steak or Cajun Chicken Burger

4.91( 11 reviews )

• 24 bookings

3-Course Meal with Rib Eye Steak or Cajun Chicken Burger

A deliciously cooked 3-course meal with a number of choices to choose from and again the best thing is no washing up.

3-Course Meal with Traditional Carbonara or Piri Piri Chicken Skewers

4.91( 11 reviews )

• 24 bookings

3-Course Meal with Traditional Carbonara or Piri Piri Chicken Skewers

A deliciously cooked 3-course meal with a number of choices to choose from and again the best thing is no washing up.

3-Course Sicilian Menu Made with Locally-Sourced Ingredients

5( 30 reviews )

• 11 bookings

3-Course Sicilian Menu Made with Locally-Sourced Ingredients

I will delight you and your guests with a delicious three course meal that takes you an a culinary tour of the beautiful island of Sicily.

3-Course Meal with Chicken & Chorizo Pie or Bacon Cheeseburger

4.91( 11 reviews )

• 24 bookings

3-Course Meal with Chicken & Chorizo Pie or Bacon Cheeseburger

A deliciously cooked 3-course meal with a number of choices to choose from and again the best thing is no washing up.

Enjoy a Full Roast Carvery in Your Own Home

4.91( 11 reviews )

• 24 bookings

Enjoy a Full Roast Carvery in Your Own Home

The classic British Sunday roast is a firm favourite for everyone. A Sunday roast is the best meal of the week and I ensure I do it all from scratch Including the Yorkies and gravy.

Fusion Supreme 3-Course Meal Featuring a Combination of Flavours

5( 1 review )

• 1 booking

Fusion Supreme 3-Course Meal Featuring a Combination of Flavours

I am offering a fantastic menu of fusion foods to awaken your taste buds, all cooked in the comfort of your own home or chosen venue.

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Stunning 4-Course Meal with Smoked Lamb & Masala Mash

With over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry my cooking is inspired by my French training, Indian heritage and living in London.

Superb 5-Course Meal Featuring Grilled Monkfish

5( 2 reviews )

• 5 bookings

Superb 5-Course Meal Featuring Grilled Monkfish

Serving delicious freshly-cooked food with that special warm friendly approach, we are the perfect choice for all your catering needs!

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Modern European Fine Dining

Delicious, beautifully presented fresh food prepared and served by a professional chef in the comfort of your own home!

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Indian-Style Private Dining Experience with Scallop Bhel

Delicious, beautifully presented fresh food prepared and served by a professional chef in the comfort of your own home!

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Italian Style 3-Course Dining Experience

This Italian-inspired meal offers handmade dishes from scratch using authentic Italian ingredients that you'll love.

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Michelin Star Food Cooked In Your Own Home By David Wells

Professional, very expereinced and well presented chef serving you Michelin star dishes in the comfort of your own home.

🎉 New to Poptop

Italian Style 4-Course Dining Experience

Gather your loved ones, sit back, relax and enjoy this unique and tasteful dining experience at home.

Traditional British Style Menu With 3 Delightful Courses

4.63( 106 reviews )

• 194 bookings

Traditional British Style Menu With 3 Delightful Courses

We offer a restaurant experience in the comfort of your own home or chosen venue. Our chefs are continuously pushing themselves to produce the most amazing dishes

British & French Fusion Style 3-Course Meal

4.90( 10 reviews )

• 14 bookings

British & French Fusion Style 3-Course Meal

This 3 courses menu cooked in fro of you will give you a pleasant environment to enjoy high-quality food in your own place.

Modern British & Italian Menu Made from Scratch

4.92( 13 reviews )

• 11 bookings

Modern British & Italian Menu Made from Scratch

This is a Delicious 3-course dinner made from scratch, home made parfait, blade of beef in sticky red wine jus.

Mediterannean Inspired Dinner with Slow-Cooked Lamb

4.91( 47 reviews )

• 96 bookings

Mediterannean Inspired Dinner with Slow-Cooked Lamb

This 5-course menu with a Mediterranean flair will be a perfect addition to your evening! To gather your loved ones have an amazing time is your only task.

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Modern Fine Dining British Menu

5( 1 review )

• 2 bookings

An intimate three-course fine dining menu working with autumnal ingredients which showcase some of my favourite recipes. The recipes reflect on modern British, French and Spanish influences that I have learned over the years working in professional kitchens and from food I have experienced on my travels.

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I have been a professional chef for seven years working in fine dining hotels and restaurants as well as privately for high net worth clients across the UK and France.

from £90 / per person

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Choose among the prevetted cooks who follow strict Poptop rules to deliver top-quality party experiences.

Reviews for Private Chef Menus in the UK

Read verified reviews from real clients, who booked with Poptop in the UK

Heather H

• 15 April 2018

Booked with Poptop

La Belle Assiette were very helpful. We needed a very bespoke menu for our anniversary lunch and they managed to find a chef willing to assist with this. We had a slight hiccup with communications bu…

Katy

• 13 November 2020

Booked with Poptop

Ordered as a lockdown anniversary treat. It was lovely, except the beetroot coleslaw did leak over almost everything (but I blame that on couriers mishandling the parcel!). Other than that it was mor…

Nick F

• 31 December 2019

Booked with Poptop

Andrew was absolutely superb. Very flexible with timings and unbelievable first class food. Would highly recommend. We’ll definitely be using him again...

Jo H

• 25 December 2020

Booked with Poptop

Joe cooked for us and our family on Christmas Day. What a great job he did! Fabulous food and great chat :-) His passion for food and entertaining is very obvious. We will be using him again!

Rebecca P

• 07 December 2019

Booked with Poptop

Karl from Simply just Good Food provided fantastic food and service. We had a grazing table one evening and then a 3 course meal the next. The food was delicious and Karl and his team left the venue …

Claire M

• 05 October 2019

Booked with Poptop

Food was delicious, Pat was really nice, and did almost all the washing up (we were just taking our time over the delicious dessert). Really couldn't fault a thing. Thank you!!