Private Chef in Neath
Rent one of our 60 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Neath
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Neath in March 2017, more than 60 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Neath and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Wales.
Starting in 2017, 43,724 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Neath. To book your chef in Neath, just share your event details in our form. Receive proposals from top chefs and chat with them until you find your match.
Up until today, our chefs have shared 7,094 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 8,951 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.77 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 43,724 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Neath usually book menus around 87 GBP per person, including 3.24 courses, sharing an average of 4.37 messages with their chefs. If you've never had a chef at home but want to add an extra spice to your next celebration, just rent a chef in Neath.












How it works
Personalize your request
Share with us the details of your dream meal, including type of cuisine, preferences, and intolerances.
Receive menu proposals
Our chefs will design menus based solely on your wants and needs.
Get chatty with your chefs
Don't be shy about exchanging some messages with your chefs until your perfect menu is ready!
Book your experience
Once you are happy with your choice, submit your payment to secure your experience.
Enjoy!
All there is left to do is count down the days till your culinary experience begins!
Find your chef
Customize your request and start talking with your chefs.
60 Private Chefs in Neath
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More than 43,700 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.6 Chef
The guests in Neath have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.6.
4.78 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Neath received an average score of 4.78.
4.8 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.8 average score.
4.88 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Neath has been scored with a 4.88 on average.
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7,094 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Neath
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Dirty loaded skins – bacon, cream cheese, smokey cheddar
Falafel, hummus, pomegranate
Chicken satay
Below food is all served with truffle and parmesan wedges, charred buttered corn, slaw
Oriental duck noodles, sticky glaze, prawn crackers
Buttermilk panko chicken burger, confit garlic mayo, tangy onion, brioche bun
Flat iron steak, chimichurri butter, grilled mushroom
Smokey chilli loaded dirty dog, sour cream, salsa, coriander relish
Chicken enchilladas, tomato, melted jalapeno cheese
Moroccan sweet potato and quinoa burger, tomato relish
S'more skewers - marshmallow, fruits, toffee sauce, biscoff crumb
Chocolate brownie, salted caramel sauce,
Pancakes, maple syrup and cream
Fruit crumble and custard
Chef selection of canapes
Seared scallops, cauliflower puree, pancetta, charred cauliflower
Coquille st jacques
Ham hock and caper terrine, cider apple rarebit
Beetroot, gin, orange cured salmon, pickled fennel, poppy seed crisps
Curried seafood arancini, coronation emulsion, coriander relish
Sticky oriental pork belly, hoi sin slaw, crispy sesame rice noodles
Carpaccio of somerset beef, pecorino crisp, fig balsamicc
Confit chicken terrine, caramelised onion tartlet
Thai mussels, asian coconut broth, dipping bread
Butternut and sage arancini, whipped goats cheese, hot honey
Cumin, carrot and coconut soup, coriander yoghurt dressing
Fennel salted porcetta, lemon and pistachio stuffing, celeriac fondant, apple puree, cider leeks, pork sauce
Venison loin, forest fruit jus, venison and dark chocolate croquette, thyme hasselback
Lamb rump, pea puree, salted hazelnut crumb, pimento, lamb jus
Seared duck breast, confit heritage carrots, red wine poached pear
Somerset beef tenderloin, pink peppercorn and shallot sauce, confit garlic and spinach creamed potato (£4 supplement)
Ballotine of chicken, smoked chicken and tarragon stuffing, mushroom veloute, glazed oyster mushroom
Market caught fish - dukkah crusted, bombay hash brown, coconut curry sauce, chinese leaf
Market caught fish - anchovy butter baste, chorizo cassoulet, pesto dressing
Market caught fish - mussel and thyme hollandaise, butternut spaghetti
Pea, pumpkin seed, courgette arancini, minted pea puree, hazelnut dressed rocket
Gnocchi, roasted tomato ragu, charred pepper and courgette concasse
Sweet potato, feta, broad bean, spinach and wild mushroom filo tart, celeriac truffle puree
Vanilla creme brulee, spiced shortbread biscuit
Pecan brownie, salted caramel anglaise
Mango posset, pineapple and passionfruit curd
Reminisce signature sticky toffee pudding, butterscotch, clotted cream
Banana and coconut mousse, honeycomb, banana praline, caramelised banana
Chocolate mocha mousse, cappucino froth, candied hazelnuts
Pear and almond tart, gingerbread ice cream
South west cheese platter, pickles, sundries minimum 4 people, £20 suppplement
Soupe à l’oignon – traditional french onion soup topped with melted gruyère
Pissaladière – caramelised onion tart from nice with anchovies & olives
Salade niçoise (starter portion) – tuna, olives, egg, green beans, anchovies
Quiche lorraine – savoury tart with bacon lardons, cream & cheese
Rillettes de porc – pork spread served with cornichons & crusty bread
Coquilles saint-jacques – scallops in creamy white wine sauce
Moules marinières (starter portion) – mussels steamed in wine, garlic & parsley
Crab remoulade – fresh crab tossed in tangy mustard-mayo dressing
Boeuf bourguignon – slow-braised beef in red wine with bacon, mushrooms & onions
Coq au vin – chicken braised with wine, mushrooms, pearl onions & herbs
Cassoulet – slow-cooked white beans with duck confit, pork belly & toulouse sausage
Confit de canard – crispy duck leg with garlic potatoes
Navarin d’agneau – spring lamb stew with root vegetables
Côte de porc normande – pork chop with apples & calvados cream
Bouillabaisse – provencal fish stew with rouille & croutons
Crème brûlée – silky vanilla custard with caramelised sugar top
Tarte tatin – upside-down caramelised apple tart
Profiteroles – choux buns filled with cream, topped with warm chocolate sauce
Mousse au chocolat – light, airy chocolate mousse
Almond financier with poached pear
Tart au citron - french lemon tart
Braised orzo risotto, laver bread (welsh seaweed) pickled mussels, fresh herbs,
Beer braised pork cheeks, celeriac remoulade,
Beetroot carpaccio, goat cheese mousse, walnut crumble, elderflower dressing
Chicken liver parfait, red onion marmalade, toaste brioche
Coquilles saint-jacques – scallops in creamy white wine sauce
Cornish crab salad, avocado puree, grapefruit segments, chive oil
Cured mackerel, apple cider vinegar gel, pickled cucumber, dill oil
Haddock fishcake, pea puree, tartar foam, lemon crisp
Crab remoulade – fresh crab tossed in tangy mustard-mayo dressing
Assiette of welsh lamb, slow roasted loin, lamb's faggot, crispy shoulder, spiced aubergiene, lamb sauce
Bouillabaisse – provencal fish stew with rouille & croutons
Boeuf bourguignon – slow-braised beef in red wine with bacon, mushrooms & onions
Cassoulet – slow-cooked white beans with duck confit, pork belly & toulouse sausage
Coq au vin – chicken braised with wine, mushrooms, pearl onions & herbs
Duo of pgi beef, - mini steak & ale pie, roasted striploin, carrot puree, creamed spinach, beef sauce
Vegetable risotto
Pan roasted halibut, fennel heart braised in orange, thai crab cake, samphire, malaysian laksa sauce
Marinated olives, artichoke hearts, bruschetta, parma ham and marinated melon, charcuterie board, homemade focaccia
Arancini board - selection of seasonal arancini
Slow braised rich beef ragu lasagne, somerset beef in a rich napolitana sauce, layered with a truffled bechamel to make our lasagne
Tuscan chicken with a smoky bacon risotto, topped with a pesto dressing
Pan roasted market fish (availability dependent) mussel, thyme and madeira cream sauce
Seasonal homemade cannelloni, roasted butternut and smoked garlic sauce
Seasonal homemade tortellini
All with caramelised red onion and rosemary garlic focaccia, herby italian confit tomato salad, truffle and parmesan wedges
Signature tiramisu - homemade smooth zabaglione, baileys, nutty coffee
Limoncello and passionfruit posset, pistachio biscotti hazelnut
Chocolate torte, balsamic fruits, vanilla creme fraiche
Coconut and honey iced parfait, madeira poached pear, almond crumble topping
Beer braised pork cheeks, celeriac remoulade,
Beetroot carpaccio, goat cheese mousse, walnut crumble, elderflower dressing
Leek & potato soup, confit egg yolk, soured cream, mature cheddar
Chicken liver parfait, red onion marmalade, toaste brioche
Assiette of welsh lamb, slow roasted loin, lamb's faggot, crispy shoulder, spiced aubergiene, lamb sauce
Coq au vin – chicken braised with wine, mushrooms, pearl onions & herbs
Locally sourced seafood risotto, lemon butter, local sea herbs
Pan roasted halibut, fennel heart braised in orange, thai crab cake, samphire, malaysian laksa sauce
Almond financier with poached pear
Chocolate fondant, raspberry coulis, vanilla bean ice cream
Dark chocolate ganache tart, salted caramel, espresso soil
Tart au citron - french lemon tart
Beer braised pork cheeks, celeriac remoulade,
Beetroot carpaccio, goat cheese mousse, walnut crumble, elderflower dressing
Braised orzo risotto, laver bread (welsh seaweed) pickled mussels, fresh herbs,
Cawl 2.0 ( welsh lamb stew)
Cured mackerel, apple cider vinegar gel, pickled cucumber, dill oil
Assiette of welsh lamb, slow roasted loin, lamb's faggot, crispy shoulder, spiced aubergiene, lamb sauce
Branzino al limone oven-baked sea bass with lemon, herbs, garlic, and olive oil, served with seasonal vegetables
Duck breast, sweet potato fondant, braised red cabbage, pomegranate, star anise sauce
Duo of pgi beef, - mini steak & ale pie, roasted striploin, carrot puree, creamed spinach, beef sauce
Gnocchi sorrentina soft potato gnocchi baked in tomato sauce with mozzarella and basil
Monkfish tail, chorizo oil, roasted vegetables, black olive tapenade
Oven baked cod fillet, squash 'tagliatelle' roasted squash, spinach
Roasted chicken, mushroom duxelles, truffled potato gratin, thyme jus
Banoffee pie, dulce de leche, banana chips, whipped cream
Carrot cake, cream cheese frosting, walnut praline
Chocolate fondant, raspberry coulis, vanilla bean ice cream
Hazelnut praline cheesecake, frangelico sauce, candied hazelnuts
Lemon tart, meringue peaks, basil syrup
Matcha green tea mousse, black sesame sponge, yuzu gel
Truffled cheese aran chini with roasted tomato sauce, aged parmesan, crispy sage leaves
Roasted tomato soup with fresh mozzarella & basil
The classic caprese salad
Bruschetta with sun dried tomatoes & mozzarella, balsamic glaze
Prosciutto with melon
Crostini con funghi
Pollo alla milanese crispy breaded chicken breast, pan-fried and served with rocket, parmesan, and lemon
Tagliatelle al ragù bolognese slow-cooked beef and pork ragù tossed through fresh tagliatelle
Risotto ai funghi porcini creamy risotto with porcini mushrooms, white wine, parmesan, and herbs
Branzino al limone oven-baked sea bass with lemon, herbs, garlic, and olive oil, served with seasonal vegetables
Ossobuco alla milanese braised veal shanks cooked with white wine and vegetables, served with saffron risotto
Gnocchi sorrentina soft potato gnocchi baked in tomato sauce with mozzarella and basil
Lasagne al forno classic layers of ragù, béchamel, and fresh pasta sheets baked to perfection
Parmigiana di pollo breaded chicken breast topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan, baked until golden
Tiramisu classic layered dessert with espresso-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, cocoa, and a touch of liqueur
Panna cotta alla vaniglia silky vanilla panna cotta served with berry coulis or caramelised peaches
Cannoli siciliani crispy pastry tubes filled with sweet ricotta, orange zest, and chocolate chips
Ricotta & lemon cheesecake italian-style baked cheesecake with ricotta, lemon zest, and a light biscuit or almond base
Personalize your menu
A romantic dinner or a gathering of friends. Traditional dishes or exotic flavours. A fine dining experience or a family-style meal. Every private chef experience is unique! Submit your request and personalize yours.








Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most common questions about private chef services in Neath.
What does a private chef service include in Neath?
A private chef service includes everything necessary to enjoy a personalized dining experience at home. This includes:
- Customization of a menu based on your preferences;
- Purchase of ingredients;
- Mise en place (preparation of ingredients) before arrival;
- Preparation of the menu at your home;
- Complete table service;
- Set up and cleaning of the kitchen and used spaces.
Please note that tableware and glassware are not included. Gratuity is entirely at your discretion.
How much does a private chef cost in Neath?
The price of renting a chef in Neath can vary depending on the specifics, but smaller groups tend to have a slightly different price per person compared to larger gatherings.
Booking prices range from 53 GBP to 121 GBP. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 53 GBP per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 62 GBP per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 92 GBP per person, and for 2 people, the price is 121 GBP per person.
Seasonal ingredients, your location, and how soon you book also affect the final price. If you're interested in getting free quotes with no obligation, fill out our form and let the best chefs near you send unique proposals for your event.
How can I hire a private chef in Neath?
Booking is easy! Just tell us the date of your event, number of guests, dietary preferences and any allergies, and a few details about your kitchen. Within a few hours, you'll receive customized menus from qualified chefs. Each chef's profile will include their experience, reviews, and photos of their dishes.
Feel free to chat directly with the chefs through our platform. Ask them to modify menus, discuss pricing, or get answers to any questions you might have. Once you've found the perfect chef and menu, finalize your reservation online. We'll then provide the chef's contact information to confirm any final details.
How can I find a private chef near me?
There are currently 60 chefs available in Neath. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Neath who will send you their menu proposals. You can then choose the chef and menu that suits you best.
Is there a maximum number of guests for a private chef service?
While there's no strict limit on guest count, private chef experiences are designed to create a more intimate atmosphere, perfect for gatherings of friends and family. Since most homes have limited space to accommodate large groups, parties typically don't exceed 15 people.
Does the chef cook at my house?
Yes, the chef always prepares the menu at your home for a more personalized experience. However, some prep work might be done beforehand for complex dishes.
Can I cook along with the chef?
Absolutely! Many guests are passionate about food and relish the chance to learn from the chef. You can pick up new kitchen skills and get a behind-the-scenes look at each dish on the menu. Feel free to jump in and cook alongside the chef for a truly interactive experience!
Are the ingredients fresh?
Yes, they're 100% fresh. Unlike restaurants with pre-made dishes, private chefs prioritize using the freshest ingredients possible. This is because the chef creates a customized menu specifically for you, then goes out and sources the finest ingredients to bring your chosen dishes to life.
Are drinks included in the personal chef service?
Drinks are not typically included, but you can discuss adding them to the menu proposal with the chef.
How much should I tip my private chef in Neath?
Tipping for private chefs is entirely at your discretion. Our goal is for you to have an unforgettable experience, and the chef always appreciates a nice tip. However, the decision and amount are completely up to you.
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How many chef services are booked in Neath each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Neath, for example, demand often increases during special dates like Valentine's Day or Mother's Day, so it's best to book in advance.
If you're wondering about the best time to hire a chef, any month is perfect for enjoying a private chef. Just keep in mind that prices may vary, especially for last-minute bookings. So, don't wait—book your chef early to secure your unique dining experience in Neath.
Cost of a private chef in Neath
The cost of hiring a private chef in Neath can vary based on several factors, including the number of people in your group or seasonality. Larger groups tend to have a different average rate per person compared to smaller groups that hire a chef:
Booking prices range from 53 GBP to 121 GBP per person.
For 13 people or more: 53 GBP
For 7 to 12 people: 62 GBP
For 3 to 6 people: 92 GBP
For 2 people: 121 GBP.
Additionally, prices can fluctuate depending on the time of year, location, and how soon you book your personal chef. If you want to get free quotes, just fill out our form and receive tailored proposals for your event. No committment at all.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Neath?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Neath: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Chef's special, but you can have anything you want (our surprise menu will cover that!).
Beyond these six types of cuisine, our private chefs personalize diverse menus for their clients every day, adjusting every detail to find the perfect menu for every occasion and every group. Our private chefs can accommodate any allergy or dietary restriction and suggest other cuisines or fusion dishes. Submit your request and hire a chef in Neath!






Talk to our chefs in Neath
Each of our chefs is one-of-a-kind, with professional culinary training and years of experience in diverse restaurants. Craving Italian pasta, Spanish paella, or traditional sushi in Neath? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Neath, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.









