What Affects the Cost of a Private Chef?
Guest count, menu, service style and add-ons. A transparent look at what goes into a private chef quote.
Every private chef quote is different because every evening is different. Knowing what drives the number helps you plan a night that fits your budget.
The main factors
- Number of guests
- Number of courses and menu complexity
- Ingredient choices, such as premium seafood or prime cuts
- Service style: plated, family style or buffet
- Add-ons like bartending, drink pairings or table setting
- Travel distance and date (holidays book at a premium)
How we quote
Send us your date, guest count and any dietary needs. We reply with a custom menu and a flat quote, so there are no surprises on the night.
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