Private chef in London
Book a private chef in London and prepare for an exceptional dining experience. Chat with one of our 1,713 chefs to create your menu and keep it within your budget.
How much does a private chef cost in London?
For 6 people in London, a private chef costs less than dinner out.
AVERAGE PRICE · 6 GUESTS
654 GBP
109 GBP per guesteverything included
What's included
- Chef comes to you
- All ingredients sourced and bought
- Full meal cooked in your kitchen
- Spotless kitchen afterwards
HERE'S THE REAL BREAKDOWN
- 2 guests143GBP / guest = 286 GBP total
- 4 guests109GBP / guest = 436 GBP total
- 6 guests109GBP / guest = 654 GBP total
- 8 guests84GBP / guest = 672 GBP total
- 10 guests84GBP / guest = 840 GBP total
- 13+ guests74GBP / guest = 962 GBP total
How it works
Share your request
Tell us about your ideal meal, event date, and budget. No commitment.
Chat with chefs
Talk to our private chefs, sharing your preferences and dietary needs. Receive multiple proposals!
Create your menu
Personalise everything from the menu to the ingredients in each dish.
Book your chef
Once you've picked your chef, complete your booking, make your payment, and prepare for a unique experience!
Enjoy the experience
Welcome your chef and treat yourself and your guests to delicious meals prepared in your kitchen.
Ready to book?
Connect with professional cooks and start planning the perfect meal.
1,713 personal chefs in London
Chat with as many chefs as you like until you find a match.
Over 39,200 guests have enjoyed the private chef experience in London
4.54 chef
Guests in London have rated their private chef experience 4.54.
4.73 Food quality
Our private chef's menus in London have received a high score of 4.73.
4.65 Presentation
Not only delicious, but our chefs' dishes also look fantastic, earning a score of 4.65 in London.
4.78 Clean-up
The clean-up of the kitchen and dining area in London has been rated 4.78 on average.
Hire a private chef in London
Over 39,239 guests have welcomed our private chefs in London into their homes since October, 2016. Savour an intimate rendezvous with family and friends at home with a customised menu. Discover what guests have adored about our personal chef services!
Personalise a menu to your taste and budget, watch your chef cook, or join in on the cooking. Let our personal chefs in London care for your dining experience while you share quality time with your friends and family. What's more, our chefs will also leave your kitchen spotless.
Submit your request and check the menu proposals our private chefs will craft for you. You can visit their profiles and culinary catalogues without commitment until you choose and book the private chef who best suits your preferences.
Frequently asked questions
Find below the most common questions regarding private chefs in London.
When you book a private chef service in London, our professional cooks will take charge of everything from menu planning and grocery shopping to cooking and serving the table at your residence. Clean-up after your service is also included. Our home chefs might prepare a mise en place beforehand to ensure a seamless cooking experience. Tableware and glassware are not part of your purchase; tipping is for each guest to decide.
The chef cost in London varies based on group size. For groups of 13 or more, the average rate is 74 GBP per person. For 7 to 12 people, it's 84 GBP per person; for 3 to 6 people, 109 GBP per person. Couples pay 143 GBP per person on average. Prices may vary due to season, location, or last-minute bookings.
To book your personal chef in London:
Choose the date and number of people attending your experience.
Share your food preferences, allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Our top chefs will then provide three customised quotes to prepare on the day of your event.
Check their profiles, along with photos of their dishes.
Chat with them, ask them questions, and let them know about any changes to the menu.
Pick your favourite chef and menu, and finish your booking with your payment to get your chef's contact information.
Yes, and it is our busiest time here by a clear margin: December is the single biggest month for London bookings, ahead of every other month of the year.
Because of that, dates in the second half of December go early — if you have a date in mind, send the request well before the month starts rather than in the week of. Tell us the headcount, whether it is the family lunch or a party with friends, and anything that has to be on the table, and the chefs free on that date will send proposals. Groups of seven to twelve are the norm here, so a full Christmas table is routine.
There are 1,700 chefs available in London right now. Fill out the form and the ones free on your date will send you menu proposals to compare.
There is no maximum, and in London the big table is common: better than three in ten bookings here are tables of seven to twelve, another one in sixteen is thirteen or more, and the average table is close to six guests.
Past about a dozen the chef brings an assistant or a second chef, and the menu moves towards formats that reach a long table at once. Smaller is just as welcome, and about a third of bookings here are for one or two. Tell us the headcount in your request and the proposals come back already sized for it.
Yes, a private chef always prepares the meal at your home. Depending on the menu and equipment, the chef might do some prep work in advance to ensure everything runs smoothly and you have a fantastic experience.
Yes, you can cook with the chef. Many clients love this hands-on experience, and whether you’re a novice or an expert, the chef will be happy to guide you and share tips.
Yes, private chefs use fresh, high-quality ingredients. Your chef will pick the best produce, meats, and seafood to create delicious dishes for your event.
Drinks aren’t included, but the chef can help you choose beverages to complement your meal. Discuss this option as an "extra" when planning with your chef.
Tipping is at your discretion but if you wish to express gratitude, we're happy to inform that based on 39,239 guests in London, tips are typically around 14.72% of the total bill.
Customise your menu
Your personal chef will help you craft the perfect menu for your special event. Whether it's a posh dinner in Mayfair or a relaxed meal in Hampstead, our chefs can customise it to fit your budget, dietary needs, and any specific preferences.
Key information about hiring our private chefs in London
Find out more about what private chefs in London can do for you.
Our private chefs in London have an average age of 38, bringing a lot of cooking expertise.
53% of our London private chefs are women.
It takes only 6 hours from your request to get the first menu.
Our first private chef service in London was done in 2016-10-06.
26% of our private chef services offer kids' menus.
One guest has booked the same personal chef in London 15 times.
42% increase in the number of private chef bookings in London in the last year.
Our personal chefs can speak up to 3 languages.
More than 62.6% of our guests hire a personal chef in London more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a chef for 6 days in London.
We’ve uploaded over 15,343 pictures of our London personal chef experiences.
It usually takes 2 days from requesting to booking a personal chef.
How many private chef services are booked in London each month?
The number of private chef bookings each month can vary based on the time of year. To view monthly fluctuations of personal chefs in London, check this table.
Hiring a private chef in London is a brilliant idea any time of year, but prices can rise with demand. To ensure you get your chef for hire in London, we suggest booking early. Rent a chef for your home in London now!
How much does it cost to hire a private chef in London?
Your event guest list will influence booking prices, ranging from 74 GBP to 143 GBP per person. For 13 people or more: 74 GBP
For 7 to 12 people: 84 GBP
For 3 to 6 people: 109 GBP
For two people: 143 GBP
In addition to the number of guests, seasonality can also influence the cost of your personal chef service in London. See the graph above for details on rates month to month.
How many personal chefs sign up in London each month?
Having partnered with private chefs in London for years, we've built strong relationships and earned the trust of many local chefs. Our growth continues as guests highly recommend their exceptional experiences.
To bring the best experience to your home in London, we add 14 new personal chefs each month. Our team reviews and classifies their profiles daily so you can always find new and exciting chefs.
What is the most frequent type of food booked in London?
Our six main types of cuisine in London are Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and Latin American. However, the most requested cuisine in London is Chef's special.
The next time you wonder, "Where's the best Christmas dinner near me?" or start looking for 18th birthday ideas, consider a private chef!
Our chefs design exciting menus based on your preferences. Our private chefs create menus personalised to your dietary restrictions, incorporating fusion cuisine options. Submit your request to explore the culinary delights crafted by our chefs.
Private chefs turn your home into a restaurant
Bring a top-shelf culinary experience to your table for a fraction of the bill any restaurant would charge you for the same menu. Order a good old shepherd's pie with roasted brussel sprouts, or ask your chef to plan a menu for more exotic experiences like a Korean dinner party. Your home, your menu.
Private chef services are ideal for holiday celebrations or formal company parties. Turn your next celebration into an interactive cooking experience.
On the day of the service, your chosen chef will visit the shops to get the freshest ingredients, cook your meals in your kitchen, and serve them at your table. Best of all, they'll leave your kitchen immaculate.
"Our private chefs in London will meet your needs "
Our home chefs in London will surely impress you. Are you still wondering about your menu? Discover the possibilities each chef will bring to you! Tell them about your ideal meal, preferences, and dietary needs or allergies.
With Take a Chef, you can have a new way to host an intimate and comfortable time with your guests for a fraction of a restaurant bill with the same menu. Share an interactive cooking experience, or catch up while cooking and cleaning are cared for for you.
The best table in the city is your own
Forget about keeping your laughs down! Live a restaurant-level dining experience with your favourite company and no one else. Come find out what our professional cooks for home parties have to offer.
Hear from our personal chefs in London
Discover the unique offerings each of our private chefs brings to your table in London, from crafting a traditional Sunday roast to creating an elegant afternoon tea spread. Why would you cook for home occasions when you can consider a chef hire?
Have a private chef for a dinner party in London and prepare to impress your guests with classic British dishes or contemporary fusion cuisine. Trust Take a Chef to provide you with the best personal chef options available.
