Mobile Chef Quote (12-guest dinner)
| Ingredient | Qty / portion | Unit | Price / unit (€) | Cost (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travel + Setup Fee | pcs | — | ||
| Per-Guest Service Fee × 12 | pcs | — | ||
| Ingredient Cost × 12 (pass-through) | pcs | — |
Cost per Portion
€0.00
Total Batch Cost
€0.00
Professional Tips for Accurate Costing
- Charge a fixed travel and setup fee separately from per-guest pricing.
- Travel: €0.50–0.75 per km return + €25–40 per hour driving time.
- Always bring your own knives, plating tools and basic equipment.
- Quote prep hours separately — 6–10h prep is normal for a 12-guest dinner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fixed setup/travel fee (€100–300) + per-guest pricing (€120–280). Premium chefs: €350–600 per guest. Plus pass-through ingredient cost at retail.
Yes — always. Travel is not part of food or service cost and absorbing it erodes margin.
For a 12-guest dinner: 2h travel + 6h prep/service + 1h breakdown = 9 hours total chef time. Quote accordingly.