How much does private chef cost in Ireland?
Private chef in Dublin costs about €150–€260 for the most common job (dinner for 2), labour only, in 2026. Across all private chef jobs, prices run from €120 to €800, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick.
Updated November 2026 · Guide prices from Irish price guides and typical local rates.
Typical labour cost in Dublin
Private chef prices by job
| Job | Usual time | Dublin | Cork | Galway | Limerick |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinner for 2 | 3h | €150–€260 | €140–€240 | €140–€240 | €130–€230 |
| Dinner party for 4 to 6 | 4h | €250–€450 | €230–€415 | €230–€415 | €220–€395 |
| Dinner party for 8 to 12 | 5h | €450–€800 | €415–€735 | €415–€735 | €395–€705 |
| BBQ or buffet for a group | 4h | €250–€500 | €230–€460 | €230–€460 | €220–€440 |
| Cooking class at home | 2h 30m | €120–€250 | €110–€230 | €110–€230 | €105–€220 |
| Brunch or breakfast | 2h 30m | €120–€220 | €110–€200 | €110–€200 | €105–€195 |
| Kids party food | 3h | €120–€220 | €110–€200 | €110–€200 | €105–€195 |
Labour only, before materials and Helpsii’s €1.50 booking fee. Extra items of the same kind usually cost about 25% less each. Helpers set their own prices, and you approve the price before anyone is booked.
What changes the price
- How many items or rooms
- Size and condition
- Stairs, parking and access
- Materials or parts needed
- Same-day or evening bookings
- The helper’s level: Go, Pro or Elite
Ingredients usually on top (about €20 to €40 per guest), or included if agreed. Tableware is yours.
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Questions
How much does private chef cost in Ireland?
Private chef in Dublin costs about €150–€260 for the most common job (dinner for 2), labour only, in 2026. Across all private chef jobs, prices run from €120 to €800, a little less in Cork, Galway and Limerick. The price depends on size, access and whether materials are needed.
How much does it cost to dinner for 2 in Dublin?
Usually €150–€260 for labour, and it takes about 3h on site.
How much does it cost to dinner party for 4 to 6 in Dublin?
Usually €250–€450 for labour, and it takes about 4h on site.
How much does it cost to dinner party for 8 to 12 in Dublin?
Usually €450–€800 for labour, and it takes about 5h on site.
Are materials included?
Ingredients usually on top (about €20 to €40 per guest), or included if agreed. Tableware is yours.
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