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Reasons to hire a private chef
Looking to hire a private chef in London? Nomenial specialises in matching households with experienced, in-home chefs who deliver restaurant-quality meals tailored to your tastes and dietary needs.
Whether you follow a Kosher, Halal, gluten-free, or dairy-free lifestyle, our chefs are trained to design menus that align with your preferences — without compromising on flavour or creativity.
Why Families and Working Professionals alike Choose Nomenial Private Chefs:
- Personalised menus based on your lifestyle and preferences
- Support for special diets: plant-based, allergy-sensitive, or medically required
- Daily or part-time chef options
- Discreet, high-quality service tailored to your household
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What to expect when you hire a private chef
Stress-Free Meal Planning
Plan your weekly meals in advance with our chef, so you always know what’s coming. From quick weeknight dinners to nourishing lunches, our chef will take care of the details — making healthy eating easy and consistent for the whole family.
Smarter Food Budgeting
With a chef managing your kitchen and shopping list, you’ll always know what to stock up on. Say goodbye to food waste and impulse buys — and hello to savings and smarter grocery habits.
Hosting Made Effortless
Planning a birthday dinner, weekend brunch, or casual get-together? Your chef can prepare everything from comforting classics to impressive international dishes — so you can enjoy the moment instead of being stuck in the kitchen.
Support for Every Diet
Whether someone in your household is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, diabetic, or simply health-conscious, your chef will create meals that fit your needs perfectly. No more reading labels or preparing separate meals — just thoughtful, personalised cooking for everyone at the table.
How much does a private chef cost?
Factors to consider for private chef salary calculation: cost of a private chef
A private chef typically dedicates between eight and twelve hours per day to curate and prepare all meals required for the household. This comprehensive service not only includes cooking but also the planning of menus, the sourcing of high-quality ingredients, and the maintenance of a clean, professional kitchen environment.
Such engagements are generally arranged for a minimum of four days per week and may extend up to six, depending on the client’s lifestyle and culinary expectations. Hourly rates vary with the chef’s experience and the region, usually ranging between £30 and £50 per hour.
It is worth noting that longer daily shifts may allow for more favourable pricing. When a chef is retained for extended hours, a reduced hourly rate is often negotiable due to the efficiency and continuity afforded by a stable engagement. Likewise, a compact and uninterrupted schedule is highly advantageous. A fragmented timetable — for instance, requiring service at separate times during the morning and evening — may hinder the chef’s ability to take on additional work and is therefore likely to incur a higher rate to reflect this exclusivity.
Ultimately, the structure and regularity of the working schedule play a pivotal role in both the cost and the sustainability of the arrangement, making careful planning essential for a mutually beneficial agreement.
Meet Chef Sean
Luxury and discretion hand in hand
- Culinary expertise
- International cuisine
- Discreet & Refined Service
With over 20 years of experience in both high-end private households and luxury hospitality, Chef Sean brings a rare blend of professionalism, creativity, and discretion to every table he serves.
For 14 years, Sean worked exclusively for a prominent London-based family, managing every aspect of their culinary life — from bespoke daily menus and dietary planning to fine dining events and private yacht service along the South of France.
His ability to blend seamlessly into the rhythm of private households while consistently delivering restaurant-quality experiences sets him apart.
Sean's career began in a five-star hotel in London, where he trained in classical French techniques before expanding his repertoire internationally, running acclaimed restaurants in Sydney and Bali. He has catered for both corporate executives and UHNW individuals, adapting his style to suit formal occasions, family-style dining, and everything in between.
Known for his calm precision, global palate, and intuitive service, Sean is the ideal choice for clients seeking a refined and deeply personalised private chef experience
Meet Chef Incy
Mediterranean flavours
- Health-Focused Private Chef
- Wellness Cuisine Specialist
- Personalized Meal Planning
Chef Incy is a private chef with a passion for creating health-conscious, tailored culinary experiences. With a strong background in nutritional cooking, she specialises in designing menus that support wellness goals, dietary transitions, and recovery-focused eating — all without compromising on flavour or enjoyment.
Since 2022, Incy has worked with private families to deliver personalised weekly meal prep, focusing on everything from gluten-free and diabetic-friendly dishes to vegan and weight-loss aligned menus. Her thoughtful, collaborative approach includes bespoke meal planning, ingredient sourcing, and batch cooking to suit each client's lifestyle and schedule.
With roots in healthy meal delivery services, catering agencies, and nutritional consultancy, Incy brings a wealth of experience to every kitchen. Whether preparing slow-cooked meals for muscle recovery, crafting balanced vegan dishes, or managing dietary intolerances with care and creativity, she consistently delivers food that nourishes both body and mind.
Known for her adaptability, professionalism, and deep commitment to client wellbeing, Incy is the ideal choice for families and individuals seeking a chef who blends nutritional knowledge with culinary skill — all with a warm, client-first approach.
Meet Chef Alexandra
Delicious, healthy treats
- Personalized Meal Planning
- Seasonal, Nutritional Cuisine
- Operational Excellence
Chef Alexandra brings a rare balance of creativity, precision, and large-scale kitchen expertise to every environment she works in. Currently serving as Sous Chef at Herne Hill School with Wilson Vale Catering, Alexandra leads the preparation of daily meals for over 350 children and staff — with a strong focus on nutrition, dietary sensitivity, and flavour.
Her menus are thoughtfully designed to accommodate vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy-aware diets, all while showcasing fresh, seasonal ingredients that children and adults alike enjoy. Known for her calm efficiency in high-volume service, she consistently delivers food that is both wholesome and appealing.
Before stepping into educational catering, Alexandra built her culinary foundation in central London’s restaurant scene, where she developed a deep appreciation for diverse flavour profiles, modern cooking techniques, and refined plating. This dual background allows her to move seamlessly between structured, nutrition-driven service and creative, chef-led cuisine.
With a strong understanding of food safety, kitchen management, and customer satisfaction, Alexandra is a trusted choice for clients seeking a chef who can bring both creativity and consistency to high-demand culinary settings.
Meet Chef Karl
New British cuisine
- Culinary Consultant
- Desserts (Le Cordon Bleu)
- Events & Wellness Cuisine
Chef Karl is a dynamic, Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef with a career that bridges private dining, luxury events, and hospitality consultancy. Since 2017, he has earned a reputation across London for delivering bespoke, high-end culinary experiences in private homes and exclusive venues. His diverse skill set — from refined savoury dishes to exquisite pastry work — allows him to adapt effortlessly to each client's taste and occasion.
Karl's talent has taken him to the global stage, including a four-day private engagement at the World Economic Forum in Davos, and he has consulted on menu development and kitchen strategy for some of the UK's most forward-thinking cafés and restaurants. He also spent five years managing a popular Soho brunch concept, overseeing both kitchen and front-of-house operations.
With a keen interest in health-conscious cooking and modern lifestyle dining, Karl crafts meals that are as nourishing as they are elegant. Whether cooking for a private dinner party, leading a culinary team, or shaping the vision of a new hospitality brand, Karl brings precision, creativity, and calm professionalism to every project.
We are already trusted by
hundreds of homeowners
Emily Warren 46, London
I work in the City of London and have both a nanny and a housekeeper from Nomenial. I was looking, from the very beginning, for an agency without the picture of a castle in the background: the staff and service of Nomenial are down to earth and friendly - we speak the same language
Michael Brown 51, Manchester
Would highly recommend. I searched around for different options for hiring a live in nanny and then stumbled across Nomenial. Excellent service - cheaper than all the other options.
Cindy Thomas 48, Leeds
It took them several weeks to eventually find me a housekeeper - but i don't mind too much because in the end it was worth the wait. I live in a remote village so I was worried about being able to find someone.
Martha Reynolds 56, London
Very attentive staff. Would recommend and use their services again if needed.
Oliver McKee 49, Edimburgh
To be honest it was a little bit more expensive than I was initially hoping to pay for a nanny, but in fairness the service was excellent and they did make my life easier.
Johnathan Folks 52, London
I'm very satisfied with the service that our family have received from nomenial. It would've been so much more difficult without them to find a housekeeper as flexible.
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3rd Floor
86-90 Paul Street
London
EC2A 4NE
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Auxistencia SL
1st Floor C
Calle Jativa 14
Valencia
46002
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