“In Mallorca, generally, you get what you pay for when booking a Private Chef¨

The cost of a Private Chef service depends on many factors such as the chef's popularity or demand, the number of guests, and the specific services provided. The Private Chef industry in Mallorca used to be very niche and easy to navigate. Yet in the last few years, there has been an explosion in the number of chefs offering these services leading to a confusingly wide-range of prices. Cheaper isn’t always better in this case so here are some guidelines to help you make that important decision:

DIFFERENT RATE TYPES:

Hourly Rate: Some private chefs charge an hourly fee, which can range from $50 to $100 per hour. This rate typically includes the chef's time for menu planning, grocery shopping, preparation, cooking, and clean-up. All other costs are paid for by the client.
Day Rate: Many chefs prefer to charge a day rate, especially for long term services. Day rates typically range from $300 to $1200, depending on the chef's expertise and the complexity of the service. The client then agrees to cover all other costs and/or reimburse the chef for their receipts. This is the best type of rate when the menu food costs are always changing or if there are multiple events per day/week.
Per Person Rate: The most straight-forward way to bill is to include everything into a per person price. For events with a specific number of guests, this is easy to manage. At PRIVATE CHEF MALLORCA a good estimate range is 90€-170€ per person depending on the menu selected and the number of guests in your party.

OTHER FACTORS:

Food and Labor Costs: In addition to the chef's fee, you may need to cover the cost of groceries, travel expenses (if applicable), and any additional staff required for larger events.
Special Ingredients: The type of cuisine can also impact the cost. More elaborate or exotic ingredients may require a surcharge, and should always be communicated beforehand.
Demand and Availability: Highly experienced and demanded chefs will command higher fees. Usually this is because they are your best option! In the high summer season in Mallorca, the time of a chef is very valuable and sometimes a daily minimum price would be set for a service. We try to serve everyone as equally as possible, especially during the busiest times, so being transparent about high season prices is imperative.
Location: The location of your event will sometimes incur a fuel surcharge. Sometimes Chefs need to drive and transport all their equipment an hour or more, in one direction. This adds time and fuel costs to the service as it is a high luxury to have a restaurant quality experience come to your doorstep.

It's essential to discuss all details with your Private Chef and clearly outline expectations, including the scope of services, menu preferences/allergies, and any additional costs.

At PRIVATE CHEF MALLORCA we have a long reputation of being the best value added to your holiday or life events. Our competence and professionalism will keep you comfortable through the process of booking a private chef. Have we whetted your appetite yet? Book us for your next memorable dining experience with friends and family.