Private Chef in Cotswolds
Rent one of our 159 private chefs for a unique dining experience. You choose the menu, and the cleanup is included.





















A personal chef for any occasion in Cotswolds
Since the first private chef joined Take a Chef in Cotswolds in October 2016, more than 159 Private Chefs have joined our platform in Cotswolds and offered their services as private chefs anywhere in Cotswolds.
Starting in 2016, 16,680 guests have already enjoyed a chef in Cotswolds. To book your chef in Cotswolds, 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 8,679 customized menu proposals, sending a total of 80,839 messages to their guests, who rated their experience with an average score of 4.61 out of 5.
Since the first dinner provided by Take a Chef, 16,680 guests have enjoyed unique experiences with no hassle. Our guests in Cotswolds usually book menus around 86 GBP per person, including 4.76 courses, sharing an average of 3.71 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 Cotswolds.












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!
159 Private Chefs in Cotswolds
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More than 16,600 guests have already enjoyed the experience
4.28 Chef
The guests in Cotswolds have scored the experience with their Private Chef with a 4.28.
4.64 Food quality
The quality of the menus cooked by our Private Chefs in Cotswolds received an average score of 4.64.
4.57 Presentation
Not only taste counts! The presentation of our private chefs' dishes has received a 4.57 average score.
4.84 Cleaningness
The cleanup of the kitchen and dining area in Cotswolds has been scored with a 4.84 on average.
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8,679 menus personalized by our Private Chefs in Cotswolds
Every occasion is unique - make sure you have the right chef and menu for it!








Mushroom and ricotta ravioli with a decadent mushroom sauce (v)
Bruschetta with mozzarella and balsamic dressing (v/ve)
Minestrone soup with freshly baked bread (v)
Steamed mussels with tomato and garlic sauce, freshly baked sourdough bread
King prawn risotto
Mushroom, squash and courgette risotto (v)
Slow cooked beef shin ragu with tagliatelle
Authentic spaghetti carbonara with pancetta and runny poached egg
Chicken milanese with tomato and basil spaghetti and blistered vine tomatoes
Creamy seafood with fettuccine
Steak tagliata with balsamic roasted mediterranean vegetables and rocket salad
Aubergine parmigiano with tomato and basil spaghetti and blistered vine tomatoes (v)
Herb and mustard rack of lamb with spinach and roasted potatoes served with a red wine demi-glacé
Pan fried sea bass with balsamic roasted mediterranean vegetables and rocket salad
Mushroom spaghetti carbonara with sauteed wild mushrooms and a runny poached egg (v)
Tiramisu with a decadent chocolate sauce and kahlua ice cream (v)
Vanilla and raspberry panna cotta with white chocolate ice cream and homemade streusel (v)
Italian mocha chocolate mousse and crème fraîche (v)
White chocolate parfait, strawberry coulis, candied strawberry, homemade strawberry sorbet (v)
Chilli or plain boerewors (south african sausage)
Chipotle, honey, pineapple and chicken skewers
Lamb chops with mint salsa
Lemon and herb spring chicken
Rib-eye steak with bone marrow butter
Rump steak sliders with homemade chakalaka
Sweet and sour bbq pork spare ribs
Tiger prawns with mango salsa
Sweet chilli fish of the day
Boerewors hot dogs with caramalised onions
South african potato salad
Garden salad with house dressing
Grilled sweetcorn with butter
Homemade garlic and chive bread
Cucumber and tomato salad with house dressing
Triple cooked chips
Pap and gravy
Malva pudding with homemade custard
Milktart with homemade vanilla ice cream
Mini peppermint crisp cakes
Chicken satay skewers with peanut dipping sauce ไก่สะเต๊ะ
Thai coconut shrimp with lemongrass guacamole and rocket salad กุ้งมะพราวอบกว่าโคโมเล่ย์
Prawn cocktail with guacamole and green curry rose marie sauce สลัดกุ้งซอสแกงเขียวหวาน
Spiced croquettes with sweet and sour aioliมันบดทอดซอสเปรี้ยวหวาน
Fresh salad wraps with a spicy garlic dip ปอเปี๊ยสดน้ำจิ้มกระเทียม
Vegetable spring rolls with sweet chilli dip ปอเปี๊ยทอดน้ำจิ้มไก่
Steamed mussels with penang curry white wine sauce and toasted homemade sourdough หอยแมลงภู่นึ่งวอศแกงพะแนง
Spicy salmon sashimi ยำแซลมอน
Beef and pineapple penang curry แกงพะแนงสับปะรด
Green chicken curry with thai aubergine แกงเขียวหวานไก่
Beef and potato massaman curry มัสมั่นเนื้อ
Beef namtok (spicy beef steak salad) น้ำตกเนื้อ
Pineapple and chicken fried rice served in a pineapple ข้าวผัดสับปะรดไก่
King prawn pad thai ผัดไทยกุ้ง
Tom yum goong (sweet, sour and spicy coconut soup with prawns and vegetables) ต้มยำกุ้ง
Pla sam rod (pan fried fish of the day with sweet, sour and spicy sauce) ปลาสามรส
Stir fried mixed seafood with vegetables and curry paste ทะเลรวมมิตร์ผัดพริกเผา
Thai iced tea basque cheesecake with homemade vanilla ice cream
Mango and sticky rice with aromatic coconut sauce and toasted sesame seeds
Deep fried ice cream with chocolate sauce and chantilly cream
Coconut chocolate delice with homemade coconut sorbet and chocolate tuilles
Teriyaki chicken wings with toasted sesame salad
Prawn gyoza with chilli and ginger soy dipping sauce
Vegetable gyoza with chilli and ginger soy dipping sauce (ve)
Vegetable tempura with sweet chilli dip (ve)
Yakitori skewers
Miso soup with tofu and wakame (ve)
Miso and teriyaki salmon served with sweet potato croquettes and miso beurre blanc
Glazed pork belly served on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes with sesame tenderstem broccoli and asian slaw
Katsu chicken with japanese curry served with japanese rice and sesame tenderstem broccoli and asian slaw
Aubergine katsu with japanese curry served with japanese rice and sesame tenderstem broccoli and asian slaw (v/ve)
Spice crusted tofu served on a bed of tenderstem broccoli and snap peas and a sweet citrus dressing (v)
Spice crusted tuna served on a bed of tenderstem broccoli and snap peas and a sweet citrus dressing
Gyukatsu (beef cutlet) served with asian slaw, japanese rice, potato salad and yum yum sauce
Bluefin tuna sashimi
Salmon sashimi
Salmon tataki with a soy-mirin glaze
Rainbow roll
California roll
Spicy tuna roll
Volcano salmon roll
Fluffy japanese cheesecake served with strawberry sauce and vanilla ice cream (v)
Matcha swiss roll with raspberry ganache and white chocolate decoration (v)
Nama chocolate delice with vanilla ice cream and sesame tuilles (v)
Yuzu tart with lime meringue with candied lemon peel (v)
Cheese soufflé with aromatic cheese sauce and rocket salad (v)
Beetroot and goats cheese salad with toasted nuts and citrus vinaigrette (v)
Seared scallops with sautéed spinach and truffle beurre blanc
Lobster bisque with tarragon crème fraiche
Filet de beouf with potato puree, sautéed tenderstem broccoli and red wine jus
Duck à l’orange, dauphenoise potatoes, snap peas and orange reduction
Rack of herb crusted lamb, fondant potatoes, asparagus and red wine jus
Mixed mushrooms bourguignon with garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed root vegetables (v)
Butternut and spinach wellington, fondant potatoes, asparagus and red wine jus (v)
Mixed berry crème brûlée, homemade shortbread, homemade mixed berry sorbet
Fondant aux chocolat, passion fruit cremaux, homemade vanilla ice cream
Tarte au citron, coconut meringue and lemon gel
White crab, wasabi, wakame, lime, pickle mango, avocado
Selection of handmade sushi, crispy onion, sesame soy sauce
Tiger prawns, soy, sesame, seaweed
Tataki salad, seared soy marinated fillet steak, sesame, spring onion slaw
Handmade rice vegetable dumplings, katsu dipping sauce, spring onion
Gyoza, soy sesane, cucumber, lime sauce ( available vegetables, duck, beef )
Chicken teriyaki, noodles, spring onion,
Miso cod, tenderstem, spiced noodles
Chicken yaki, soy noodles, sesame, spring onion, soy beans, lime
Char siu pork loin, chilli kale, soy noodle
Yakitori chicken, soy mirin sauce, spiced rice, wakame, olive oil, cashews
Mille feuille, vegan cream, strawberry, berry sauce, mango
Italian natural vanilla bean panna cotta, berries, vanilla crumble
Chocolate fondant, mascarpone, hazelnut, berry sauce
Panna cotta, lyche lime, mango
Banana sponge, spiced caramel, hazelnuts, cream
(un)potted crab with guacamole on toasted sourdough bread and paprika butter
Soft polenta with sauteed wild mushrooms and parmesan
Baked slow cooked hamhock pot with cauliflower and aromatic cheese sauce
Beetroot and blackberry cured salmon
Marinated beetroot with guacamole and pomegranate dressing
Twice baked cheese souffle with aromatic cheese sauce and rocket salad
Garlic and thyme sirloin steak, potato puree, roasted fennel, sauteed asparagus, creamy peppercorn sauce
Coq au vin, mashed potatoes, honey glazed carrots, creamy red wine mushroom sauce and sauteed wild mushrooms
Pan fried salmon with crispy skin, herby new potatoes, garlic sauteed spinach and zesty buerre blanc sauce
Butternut and spinach wellington, fondant potatoes, sauteed asparagus, red wine demi-glace (v/ve)
Wild mushroom and root vegetable stew, homemade rosemary scones, paprika greek yogurt (v)
Homemade 3 seas fish cakes, triple cooked chips, chilli and garlic sauteed spinach, homemade tartare sauce
Slow cooked beef short rib, honey glazed carrots and parsnips, served with mashed potatoes and red wine gravy
Trio of lamb chops, sauteed seasonal veg, fondant potatoes, lamb sauce, homemade mint jelly
Baked chocolate tart, coffee namelaka, chocolate tuilles
Basque cheesecake, seasonal berry compote and homemade vanilla ice cream
Sticky toffee pudding, caramel sauce, apple jam, apple crisp, homemade vanilla ice cream
Fresh berry creme brulee, homemade berry sorbet, homemade shortbread
Orange curd tart, lime infused meringue, torched orange segments
Tiger prawns, basil spiced tomato sauce
Fresh sourdough, foccacia, dips, puckles, crackers
Brushetta olive tapenade, tomato salsa, parmesan, sundried tomato
Italian burrata, olive tapenade, basil pesto, rocket, candied seeds
Chorizo, red wine, sweet chilli, sesame
Italian carbonara, pine nuts, pancetta, rocket, pecorino
Beef ragu, homemade gnocchi, italian pengrattato, parmesan, garlic bruschetta
Loin of cod, spiced palmantier potatoes, kale, lemon butter
Lasagne al forno, brushetta, rocket, pecorino
Chicken supreme, pepper pesto, tenderstem, piperade, nero. ( gluten free)
Aubergine parmi, pecorino, avocado, seeds salad, (vegan, gluten free)
Creme brulee, shortbread crumbs, berry sauce
Italian natural vanilla bean panna cotta, berries, vanilla crumble
Black forest gateau, cherry compote, vanilla cream, black chocolate
Chocolate mousse, salted caramel sauce, hazelnut crumble, cream chantilly. ( vegan available)
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 Cotswolds.
What does a private chef service include in Cotswolds?
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 Cotswolds?
The price of renting a chef in Cotswolds 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 72 GBP to 149 GBP. For groups of 13 people or more, the price is 72 GBP per person. For groups of 7 to 12 people, the cost is 70 GBP per person. For groups of 3 to 6 people, the rate is 99 GBP per person, and for 2 people, the price is 149 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 Cotswolds?
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 159 chefs available in Cotswolds. Fill out a form specifying your needs and the date. Take a Chef will connect you with the best available chefs in Cotswolds 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 Cotswolds?
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 Cotswolds each month?
Private chef reservations can vary seasonally depending on the destination. In Cotswolds, 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 Cotswolds.
Cost of a private chef in Cotswolds
The cost of hiring a private chef in Cotswolds 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 72 GBP to 149 GBP per person.
For 13 people or more: 72 GBP
For 7 to 12 people: 70 GBP
For 3 to 6 people: 99 GBP
For 2 people: 149 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.
Private chefs registrations
After many years of offering our services, we are lucky to have a fantastic team of chefs that keeps growing in Cotswolds!
1 personal chefs register with us every month. Our verification team reviews these new chef profiles daily to categorize them, allowing you to discover incredible new chefs every month.
What is the most reserved type of cuisine in Cotswolds?
We mainly offer six types of cuisine in Cotswolds: Mediterranean, Italian, French, Japanese, Mexican, and surprise. The type of cuisine with the highest number of bookings is the Surprise, 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 Cotswolds!

Would you like to enjoy a Private Chef service in Cotswolds?
Turn your house into a restaurant with a Private Chef who will prepare dinner in your kitchen. You will be able to personalize every detail – you choose what you want to eat and when you want to eat. Our Private Chefs in Cotswolds will analyze your request and send you their proposals, adapting it to your needs. On the day of the service, the Chef will buy the ingredients, cook them at home, carry out the table service and clean up before leaving, so that you can relax and enjoy.

Our Private Chefs in Cotswolds go the extra mile
Take a Chef is all about creating a dining experience that is perfect for you. That’s why the menu is designed according to your preferences. We know that finding the right chef to suit your needs is crucial. All of our chefs have been trained in prominent culinary schools and have a decade of experience in the industry. Once you receive their menu proposals, you’ll be able to view their profile and see information about their training and experience. You’ll also be able to contact them directly to make any changes to the menu they have proposed.

ry something different! Try a Private Chef service in Cotswolds
The best and most original experiences are those that surprise you from the very beginning and do not stop until the end. These are the experiences that make the best memories. This is Take a Chef’s philosophy. We offer a completely personalized service, show cooking, gastronomic advice and the chance to understand how the dishes on your menu are made. Any American, Asian or Mediterranean dishes can be showstoppers on your dining table with the expertise of one of our Private Chefs.






Talk to our chefs in Cotswolds
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 Cotswolds? You’ll get it. Tell us about your event in Cotswolds, and discover the best chefs who will customize every detail of your experience.










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