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Pricing Breakdown

Transparent pricing, what's included, and how to budget for your event.

What's Included

  • Executive chef + sous chef + line cooks
  • All ingredients and grocery sourcing
  • Full kitchen setup and sanitation
  • Service staff (waiters, bartenders if needed)
  • Linens, glassware, tableware, presentation
  • Complete cleanup and restoration
  • Dietary customization (no extra charge)

What's NOT Included

  • Wine, spirits, or premium beverages (unless specified)
  • Venue rental or event insurance
  • Photographer or videographer
  • Guest transportation
  • Overnight accommodation for staff (unless multi-day)

Service Types & Pricing

Villa Dinner

Private chef cooking at your villa with table service

IDR 700K–800K

per guest

Best for: 2–8 guests

  • 1 Chef + 1 Server
  • Menu of your choice
  • 3–4 courses
  • Setup & cleanup

Event Catering

Full catering team with multiple services

IDR 700K–1.2M

per guest

Best for: 10–50 guests

  • 3–5 chefs
  • Buffet or plated service
  • 2–3 hour event
  • Full bar support

Wedding

Multi-course wedding dinners with full production

IDR 1.5M–3M+

per guest

Best for: 30–200 guests

  • 5–10 chefs
  • Ceremony catering
  • Cocktail hour
  • Multi-course dinner

Retreat/Corporate

Multi-day meal planning for teams

IDR 700K–1.5M

per meal

Best for: 15+ guests

  • Full board options
  • Menu variety
  • Flexible timing
  • Dietary support

Note: All prices are base rates. Final cost includes guest count, menu selection, complexity, and logistics. For a full cost breakdown with real booking examples, see our 2026 Private Chef Cost Guide →

Budgeting Tips

For Dinners (2–8 guests)

Budget IDR 700K–1M per guest for a full chef team, menu, and service. This is all-inclusive.

For Events (10–50 guests)

Budget IDR 750K–1.5M per guest for catering with multiple services, setup, and cleanup.

For Weddings (30–200 guests)

Budget IDR 1.5M–3M+ per guest depending on menu complexity, ceremony catering, and service hours.

Hidden Costs to Consider

  • • Premium beverages (wine, spirits) are NOT included
  • • Photographer or videographer (separate vendors)
  • • Venue rental (if using external location)
  • • Guest transportation (if arranged by myCHEF, additional cost)

Pricing Questions

Where are full prices listed?

On <a href="/pricing">pricing</a> and the private chef meal-plan table at <a href="/private-chef-bali">private chef Bali</a>.

Daily chef rates?

Published day rates depend on how many meals you want cooked.

What is included vs groceries?

Daily hire: labor included, groceries at cost. Many event packages include food in the per-person price.

Weekly and monthly discounts?

−10% at 7+ days, −20% at 28+ days on daily chef rates.

Deposit?

Usually 50%.

Cancellation tiers?

Full refund 14+ days, 50% at 7–13, none under 7. <a href="/cancellation">Policy</a>.

Hidden fees?

Quotes itemise travel, premium ingredients and add-ons before deposit.

Wedding price band?

Full receptions are quoted per person on the wedding catering pages.

Staff hourly rates?

Staff hourly rates are published on in-villa service pages.

How to get an exact total?

Share date, guests, area and format for a fixed quote.

Currency?

IDR pricing; international transfers accepted as invoiced.

Compare formats?

Use <a href="/dining-styles">dining styles</a> and <a href="/services">services</a>.

Is this guide free?

Yes — educational content to help you plan. Booking is optional.

Can myCHEF deliver what this guide describes?

Yes — start at <a href="/services">services</a> or <a href="/private-chef-bali">private chef</a>.

How do I get prices after reading?

See <a href="/pricing">pricing</a> or WhatsApp a fixed quote request.

Does advice apply across Bali?

Yes for major villa areas — confirm logistics for remote spots.

Allergies covered in real bookings?

Yes — brief us at enquiry. <a href="/blog/food-allergies-dietary-requirements-private-chef-bali">Allergy guide</a>.

Daily chef vs one dinner?

Multi-day stays → private chef day rates; celebration nights → fine dining or catering.

How to book after this guide?

WhatsApp date, guests, area — <a href="/book">book</a>.

Related services?

Browse <a href="/dining-styles">dining styles</a> and <a href="/events">events</a>.

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Prices shown are estimates and do not include service charge or VAT. Service charge (10%) and government tax (11%) will be added to your final quote.