Frequently Asked Questions
Private Dining and Events
Yes, our private chefs will cook alternate dishes for your guests if you have changed your menu or have dietary requirements. You can discuss the changes with us.
Private chef costs are dependent upon your menu, dietary requirements, length of event (number of hours), and location. You can contact us for a cost estimate by specifying your requirements.
With us, you can hire a private chef for any event, including cocktail receptions, corporate events, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, family dinners, social events, parties, and more.
Yes, we offer tailored dining services. You can customise the menu and full dining experience according to your needs and requirements.
Contact us to reserve a private chef for your special event. We have highly experienced and certified chefs who offer services to fulfil your specific needs.
Yes, we source all ingredients and handle the entire cooking and dining process. We use only the freshest seasonal produce thus keeping in line with our high-quality standards.
If you wish to cancel your booking, please contact us immediately so that we can arrange a chef for an alternative event date.
For Dinner Parties or Event work, an initial deposit of 25% of the full event cost shall be made to confirm the booking and secure the Team. This deposit is non-refundable as costs will have been incurred, however, circumstance dependent we would review this position, potentially moving the booking to a date close to the original in emergency circumstances.
Payment of the full remaining balance is to be made seven days prior to the event, when produce will be purchased and the Team will require payment for work they have already commenced and to avoid last minute cancellations, where they would be left without work. If cancellation occurs after this date this payment is non-refundable.
Private Chef Recruitment
The cost of a private chef depends on the hours and days you require them to work. The cost varies as per the number of family members and other staff they are cooking for, and the dietary requirements of each of the family, also if you eat at the same time and the same foods or all at different times and different foods, as this would require more work. The previous experience of the chef also has a baring on the cost.
When you contact us, we will send over some questions that will help us to write a job spec for your private chef role. We have highly talented, experienced, and skilled chefs on board with multiple culinary backgrounds. Initially we will reach out to the chefs we feel may be a good fit. If we need to reach out to a wider network of chefs we will post the job on our job board. We will interview the chefs and check their references before sending their CV to you to consider, we will only share chefs with you that we feel fully match your criteria.
We provide chefs for full time roles and temporary placements. It could be a special occasion, a holiday or a full time household private chef position.
All our chefs are certified, experienced and skilled, have worked in multiple environments, including Michelin restaurants, hotels, chalets, yachts and households and are proficient in making a diverse range of cuisines and catering to different dining styles, dietary restrictions and allergies
Yes. If, within the first 3 months, you’re not satisfied with your chef, we will provide a suitable replacement.
Yes, many of our chefs are happy to travel domestically or internationally, subject to availability and prior agreement. We’ll ensure this is factored in during the matching process if it’s a service you require.
Absolutely. We work with chefs who specialise in performance-based, dietary-specific, and wellness-driven cuisine. Let us know your goals and we’ll match you accordingly.
Yes, your chef can typically work up to 12 hours per day, covering breakfast, lunch, and dinner, depending on your preferences and routine.
This depends on the specific arrangement. We’re happy to guide you on the most suitable employment structure for your household.
Yes. Our chefs are highly skilled across a range of cuisines and experienced in accommodating a wide variety of dietary requirements, from gluten-free to plant-based, paleo, and more.
Five days per week is standard, though many chefs are open to six days if agreed in advance. Of course, this is a fully bespoke service, so we’ll tailor the schedule to your lifestyle.
The process typically takes 2–4 weeks, depending on your specific requirements and availability. We prioritise the perfect fit over speed, but always work efficiently.
Yes. We offer short-term trials to ensure the chef is the right match for your household and lifestyle before proceeding with a longer-term placement.
All our chefs are rigorously vetted and bring professional experience from private households, luxury yachts, or high-end restaurants. Many are formally trained and hold relevant certifications.
Yes. Most chefs are happy to manage all aspects of your kitchen — from sourcing top-quality ingredients to menu planning, stock rotation, and liaising with household staff.
Absolutely. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a formal event, our chefs can tailor menus and provide elevated dining experiences, with or without additional staff.
Yes. Discretion is paramount in our service. All chefs sign confidentiality agreements, and we operate with the highest standards of professionalism and privacy.
No problem. We offer flexible placements from part-time to full-time, seasonal, or event-based hires.