Personal Chef for Hire
I’m Mark Read and I passionately believe that exceptional dining isn’t just confined to the walls of restaurants; it should be a cherished experience in the comfort of your own home, cottage by the sea, caravan in the countryside or AirBnB in the city centre.
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3 customer reviews
Julie McTague
Personal Chef Services
Mark came to our holiday home and cooked an amazing 3 course meal for our family of 7. Age range was from 12 to quite old, everyone enjoyed the courses. Mark has a lovely engaging way and made us all feel very special. The kitchen was left spotless. Such a treat. More...
Reply from Chef Mark Read
Julie and rest of the gang was great to meet you all you made my process so easy and thank you for inviting me into the party. I have 2 potential apprentices only got to reach out via social media and will be happy to engage
Sue Keily
Personal Chef Services
Mark is the best chef we have ever used for many reasons, firstly food was amazing so many flavours, so many extra dishes that Mark added which weren’t on the original menu, Mark is also so flexible on numbers as I wasn’t 100% on numbers when I booked him, value for money is second to none Mark should charge more for his fabulous food, the presentation looked wonderful and as a person he is so easy to work with and fitted in with my family like he was one of us.
I would recommend Mark above any other chef and will use him in future for any dinner parties we have
Thanks for making the evening so special Mark
From the Keily family
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Reply from Chef Mark Read
Sue thank you so much for wonderful review and I’m happy to travel wherever you should wish in future if needed Take care of yourself and probably should have had one more spud peeled 😂
Daniel Green
Personal Chef Services
We had the pleasure of having Mark cook for us and a group of friends in our Airbnb recently. The food was fantastic, as was Mark's company and conversation throughout the evening. He put together the perfect menu. Thanks Mark! More...
Reply from Chef Mark Read
Thanks Dan glad you enjoyed and was great to meet with you.
What’s your signature dish?
My signature dishes would have to be anything primarily Asian / Indian based. But able to cater anything European, British and more.
How do you go about creating the perfect menu for your clients?
Listening carefully to what the client wants is key.
What do you love most about your job?
Variety of task in hand meeting clients from all walks of life and building a rapport between clients and self
What inspired you to start your own business?
Passion for food passion for creativity that is unique
Why should our clients choose you?
You spend your time hosting,
I’ll do the rest.
Quality is at the heart of everything I do. I handpick the freshest, locally-sourced ingredients to ensure that every bite is a testament to the rich bounty of Staffordshire and where ingredients need to be sourced via the oceans only certified sustainable seafood is bought to the table. Where possible only the finest grass fed meats produced sustainably and in harmony with nature. My menus are a celebration of the seasons, featuring the best of what’s local and available, transformed into culinary delights.
Whether it’s a special anniversary, an intimate gathering of friends, or simply a Tuesday Date night in by the TV, I’m here to make it extraordinary. I believe that every meal is an opportunity to create a moment, a memory that you will cherish long after the last bite.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Not really whilst a lot of preparation is carried out before the event the key is to let the client smell all the goodness and witness first hand what goes into creating that special meal
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
World seems to have moved on since COVID and yes if asked I can mask up keep windows doors open but generally people want to embrace the event
Dining for two
A Culinary Experience for You and Your Loved One
Imagine a dining experience that only dreams have been made of in the comfort of your own home. With Chef Mark Read, this vision becomes a reality. I am dedicated to crafting unique and memorable dining moments for you and your partner. From celebrating special occasions to simply elevating a quiet evening at home, my service is designed to cater to the intimate setting of your choice.
Family Dining
From plated dinner parties for up to 30 guests, we aim to cater for your individual requirements whether that be a fine dining five course meal with canapés to tantalise your taste buds or a menu designed to your individual guests tastes. I will work side by side with you to design a menu perfectly that follows your event or dinner theme and cater for individual needs.
Dinner parties
Tailor-Made Culinary Experiences for Your Guests
Imagine hosting a dinner party where the dining experience rivals that of the finest restaurants, all within the warm and intimate atmosphere of your own home. Chef Mark Read is dedicated to making this vision a reality, crafting bespoke dining moments that are as unique as your gathering. From celebrating milestones to simply wanting to offer your guests an elevated dining experience, my services are customized to fit the ambiance and theme of your dinner party.
