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Private Chef's Across Liverpool & The Northwest
Private Chef
We provide highly skilled private chefs for short-term or ongoing placements across Liverpool, North Wales, Lake District, Manchester and Chester.
Whether you need emergency holiday cover, extra support for a VIP event, or a long-term private chef placement, we can help.
How Our Private Chef Service Works
Contact Us With Your Request
Contact Us With Your Request
Contact Us With Your Request
Tell us the number of private chefs you need, the service type, your location and the dates you need them.
We Find the Perfect Match
Contact Us With Your Request
Contact Us With Your Request
We will quickly match your requirements with the most suitable chef from our network.
Your Chef Arrives Ready
Contact Us With Your Request
Your Chef Arrives Ready
The chef will arrive fully briefed and prepared to start work immediately, with minimal disruption.
Businesses We Support
Hotels
Our private chefs can support your hotel by delivering seamless in-room, suite, and restaurant service for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as providing expert cover for VIP guests, private functions, and special events, ensuring a professional and discreet experience for your clientele.
Event Caterers
Tight schedules and multiple courses can stretch your team to its limits during large-scale events. Our private chefs step in to provide experienced, reliable cover, ensuring every course is executed on time and to your exact specifications.
Carehomes & Hopsitals
Staff shortages or unexpected absences can disrupt mealtime routines and impact resident care. Our private chefs integrate seamlessly into your kitchen, maintaining smooth service and helping your team deliver consistent, stress-free mealtimes.
Restaurants & Pubs
Busy service periods can put pressure on your kitchen, leading to delays or inconsistent quality. Our private chefs bring the extra support needed to keep service running efficiently, so your guests always receive the standard they expect.
Leisure and Tourism Venues
High seasonal demand can make it hard to keep up without overworking your core team. Our private chefs provide skilled support during peak holiday periods, private bookings, and special events, ensuring your service remains smooth and professional.
Types of Private Chefs We Supply
Live‑In Private Chefs
Live‑In Private Chefs
Live‑In Private Chefs
Ideal for households, estates, or long-term stays, our live-in chefs handle daily service, menu management, and ensure consistent quality, adapting quickly to last-minute requests.
Sous Chefs
Live‑In Private Chefs
Live‑In Private Chefs
Experienced second-in-command support, overseeing operations, supervising sections, and keeping service smooth during busy periods.
Chef de Partie
Live‑In Private Chefs
Chef de Partie
Specialists in managing a specific kitchen section, maintaining speed and quality while freeing up senior chefs for wider responsibilities.
Commis Chefs
Commis Chefs
Chef de Partie
Assist with prep, basic cooking, and daily kitchen tasks, helping service run smoothly and supporting senior chefs where needed.
Pastry Chefs
Commis Chefs
Pastry Chefs
Create high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods, adding a creative, standout element to your men
Event Chefs
Commis Chefs
Pastry Chefs
Experts in high-volume service for weddings, conferences, and large functions, delivering every course on time and to standard.
Compliance, Safety & Professional Standards
Fully DBS Vetted & Referenced Chefs
Before any chef joins our relief team, they go through a strict vetting process.
This includes:
- Proof of right to work in the UK
- At least two verified professional references
- Identity checks and up-to-date CVs
- Minimum 5 years of kitchen experience in a commercial setting.
We never send out inexperienced or unknown chefs – every placement is a safe pair of hands.
Fully Insured for Temporary Work
Every Five Star Chefs placement is backed by full insurance cover, including:
- Public liability
- Professional indemnity
- Employers’ liability
You can be confident that you're protected, whether the chef is with you for one shift or several weeks.
Food Hygiene & Health & Safety
Food Hygiene & Health & Safety
All our chefs carry up-to-date Level 2 or higher Food Hygiene certification and follow strict hygiene protocols.
They are trained in:
- HACCP procedures and allergen awareness.
- Safe food handling, temperature control, and cross-contamination prevention.
- Clean-down and kitchen hygiene routines.
- Manual handling and safe working practices.
Our Local Presence
Liverpool and Merseyside
Our private chefs in Liverpool and Merseyside deliver the professionalism and adaptability needed to meet elevated guest expectations. High-profile events and VIP guests often require a higher level of service and discretion than your core team can manage alone.
Manchester & Greater Manchester
Frequent menu changes or themed dining events can challenge even the best teams. Our private chefs in Manchester provide the specialist skills and flexibility to execute unique menus flawlessly and on time.
Salford
Our private chefs in Salford help streamline service transitions, keeping operations running smoothly from one event to the next. Rapid turnover between large bookings can leave kitchens racing to reset.
Preston
Staff training gaps can slow down busy services. We supply private chefs in Preston who not only cover the shift but also share best practices, helping to raise overall kitchen efficiency during their placement.
Chester & Cheshire
Heritage and boutique venues often work with compact kitchens and limited staff. Our private chefs in Chester and Cheshire excel at maximising available space and resources while maintaining a premium guest experience.
What You Can Expect From our Chefs
Keeping Your Kitchen Running Smoothly
- Your private chef will arrive on time, in uniform, and fully briefed on your requirements.
- They will adapt seamlessly to your kitchen’s workflow, service style, and guest expectations.
- They maintain professionalism and discretion at all times, ideal for VIP or high-profile settings.
- If any issue arises, we address it immediately at no extra cost, ensuring your service remains uninterrupted.
Call us on 07871 352564 for private chef placement – we can often have a chef in your kitchen fairly promptly.
Businesses We've Worked With
