Hire a Chef for Your Event
From Michelin stars to television favourites, cooking just for you
Our Chef Hire Services
Hire a
Celebrity Chef
Hire a celebrity chef for your event, private dinner or brand campaign. From TV stars to bestselling authors, the door to unforgettable culinary experiences is open.
Hire a
Michelin Star Chef
Book a Michelin star chef for a private tasting menu, luxury dinner, cooking masterclass or exclusive experience through Celebrity Experiences.
Hire a
TV Chef
Hire a TV chef from shows like MasterChef or Bake Off. Perfect for private dining, cook-alongs or live demonstrations at corporate events.
Hire a Chef
Book a chef for private dining, corporate events or brand appearances across the United Kingdom and Europe. Whether you are planning an intimate dinner, an interactive cookery session or a high-profile showcase, we will help you find the right kitchen for the occasion.
Every booking is arranged privately, through one point of contact, from the first conversation to the evening itself.
Choose the Right Kind of Chef
- Hire a Celebrity Chef: household culinary names for private dinners, brand campaigns and appearances
- Hire a Michelin Star Chef: starred kitchens for tasting menus, private dining at home and luxury occasions
- Hire a TV Chef: familiar broadcast faces for demonstrations, hosting and media work
Not sure which fits? Tell us the occasion and we will point you to the right one. If you are exploring talent beyond the kitchen, we also arrange celebrity bookings for private and corporate events across every other field.
Chef Experiences and What They Cost
Every booking is shaped around the occasion. The formats clients ask for most:
- A private dinner at home, on a yacht or in a hired venue, with the menu designed around you
- A chef's table or tasting evening, with each course introduced as it is served
- A hands-on masterclass or corporate cook-along for teams and client entertainment
- Live demonstrations for festivals, launches and brand campaigns
Budgets vary widely by chef profile and format, so we publish honest guides: see how much a celebrity chef costs, TV chef fees and private chef day rates in London. For help choosing between a household name and a specialist, read celebrity chefs vs private chefs.
Chef Hire: Common Questions
How do I hire a chef?
Tell us the occasion, the date, the location and roughly how many guests. We will come back with recommendations from the right category and handle the approach, the fee negotiation and the logistics from there.
How much does it cost to hire a chef?
It depends entirely on the chef and the format. Our published guides cover the ranges for each category, and every quote we issue is prepared individually with no hidden costs.
What kinds of chef can I book?
Three broad categories, each with its own page: household culinary names, starred kitchens and broadcast faces. The right one depends on whether you are buying recognition, technical cooking or on-camera presence.
Can I hire a chef for a brand or media event?
Yes. Chefs regularly appear at brand launches, press days and content shoots, whether that is a cooking demonstration, a livestream or a product endorsement. Filming and usage rights are agreed as part of the booking.
Are virtual experiences available?
Yes. Virtual cookery classes, demonstrations and meet-and-greets work well for remote teams and international audiences, and remove the travel constraints that make some dates difficult.
How far ahead should I book?
Three to six months gives the widest choice for a specific date. Shorter notice is often workable, but the field narrows quickly, and the festive season is usually settled by early autumn.
Not sure where to start? Our team will guide you through the options and recommend chefs based on your preferences, date, location and budget.
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