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Managing Your Booking

Everything you need to know after you book—from communication to villa prep to day-of coordination.

Professional Indonesian event coordinator planning service arrangements

How to Stay in Touch

Within 15 minutes

WhatsApp

Real-time messages, photos, and quick updates

Best for

Day-of changes, photos, quick questions

Within 1 hour

Email

Detailed briefs, contracts, and formal requests

Best for

Contract clauses, detailed specifications, records

Available during business hours

Phone/Call

Direct conversation for complex planning

Best for

Complex changes, emergencies, detailed planning

Preparing Your Villa

1

Confirm Kitchen Access

Ensure the chef can access your villa kitchen. Provide codes, keys, or arrange for staff to be present 15 minutes before arrival.

  • Gate access codes (if applicable)
  • Kitchen key or door access
  • Parking arrangements
  • Where to park equipment/vehicles
2

Check Kitchen Equipment

Confirm your villa has essential appliances. Our team brings what's missing, but it helps to know in advance.

  • Working oven and stovetop
  • Refrigerator and freezer space
  • Large pots, pans, and utensils
  • Cutting boards and knives
  • Serving dishes and platters
3

Arrange Guest Space

Prepare the dining area, ensure chairs/tables are in place, and coordinate with staff.

  • Table setup and layout
  • Seating for all guests + chefs
  • Lighting (outdoor events especially)
  • Ambient music or audio setup
  • Storage for guest belongings (bags, shoes)
4

Finalize Guest Details

Confirm exact guest count, dietary restrictions, and any new additions or cancellations.

  • Final headcount (at least 48 hours before)
  • Any last-minute dietary changes
  • Guest arrivals/timing (if multi-course)
  • Allergies or food intolerances
  • Celebration details (birthdays, anniversaries, etc.)
5

Plan Logistics

Coordinate arrival time, parking, access, and any special requests.

  • Team arrival time (usually 3-4 hours before service)
  • Where chefs can park
  • Gate codes and security procedures
  • Staff liaison or contact person
  • Emergency contact number

Important Reminders

  • • Always confirm the final guest count at least 48 hours before service
  • • Notify us immediately of any dietary restrictions or allergies
  • • Ensure kitchen access is available at least 15 minutes before the chef arrives
  • • Keep emergency contact details with you during the service
  • • Last-minute changes (within 24 hours) may incur additional costs

Booking Management Questions

WhatsApp date, guest count, villa area and your goal. Or use book / quote.
Published tables on pricing and private chef day rates.
Service runs across major villa regions island-wide. Locations.
Dietary requirements are handled when briefed early — no extra charge for standard adaptations.
Quotes list inclusions; premium ingredients, alcohol and extra staff are itemised when needed.

Still deciding?

Send your date, guest count and villa area — we reply within 1 hour with a fixed quote.

Usually 50% deposit; refund tiers on cancellation.
Often within 2–24 hours of a complete brief.
Private chef, catering and a mobile cocktail bar stack in one plan. Mobile bar → · Catering → · Private chef →
Cleanup is included on serviced formats.
Kids are welcome with adapted menus when needed. Kids menus.

Still deciding?

Send your date, guest count and villa area — we reply within 1 hour with a fixed quote.

Bali villa hospitality company — chefs, catering, events and staffing. About · Why myCHEF.
See the central FAQ.
A 50% deposit confirms your booking and locks the date. The balance is typically due the day before service. Full terms: cancellation policy.
"++" means 11% government tax and 10% service charge are added to the listed price. Written quotes show the all-in total before you pay.
Island-wide villa coverage including Seminyak, Canggu, Ubud, Uluwatu, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Sanur, Berawa and Pererenan. Browse locations.

Still deciding?

Send your date, guest count and villa area — we reply within 1 hour with a fixed quote.

A few days for most dinners; one to two weeks for larger events; longer for peak season and weddings. Last-minute is often possible — ask on WhatsApp.
Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, shellfish allergy, pregnancy-safe and halal-sensitive menus when briefed in advance, at no extra charge. Guide: food allergies.
Cleanup is included on serviced chef, catering and fine-dining formats — kitchen and service areas restored before we leave.
WhatsApp date, guest count, villa area and what you want. Or use quote / book / FAQ.
We send a verified replacement of equivalent role or refund that service. Details: why myCHEF.

Questions about your booking?

Message us on WhatsApp with any questions or changes needed. We respond within 15 minutes.

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⭐ 560+ events served · 12,000+ guests · 500+ villa bookings

Published rates are ++ — 10% service charge and 11% government tax are added to the listed price. Your quote is always confirmed as a fixed, itemised all-in total before you commit.