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Locally Sourced Produce, Special Menus

Based in Bishop Auckland, I provide bespoke culinary experiences across Northumberland, Tyne & Wear, Yorkshire, and Cumbria. Whether it’s an intimate dinner or a full-time service, every menu is crafted to your taste with precision, discretion, and over a decade of expertise.
By private request only.
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  • Locally Sourced Produce
  • Always High-Quality
  • Tailor-Made Menus
  • Locally Sourced Produce
  • Always High-Quality
  • Tailor-Made Menus

Meet Jessica – Your Private Chef in the North of England

I’m Jessica, a private chef based in Bishop Auckland, proudly serving clients across the North of the UK. With over a decade of experience, I began my culinary journey in my teens, trained at Bishop Auckland College, and have since featured on national TV, including Steph’s Packed Lunch and Sunday Brunch.

I specialise in bespoke dining experiences – from elegant weddings and intimate celebrations to corporate events, and private in-home dining.

Every menu is thoughtfully crafted, using the finest locally sourced, seasonal ingredients from trusted suppliers to ensure exceptional flavour, quality, and presentation.

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Locally Source Produce

As a private chef dedicated to quality and provenance, I work exclusively with trusted local suppliers to source the finest seasonal ingredients—bringing the best of the region to your table with every dish.

High- Quality

I provide a refined, restaurant-level dining experience in the comfort of your home—designed exclusively for discerning individuals who expect nothing less than excellence

Tailor-Made

Every menu I create is completely bespoke, designed to reflect your personal tastes, occasion, and vision—ensuring a truly unique and unforgettable dining experience

Distinctly Personal, Exceptionally Crafted

1. Bespoke Menus, Tailored to You

Every dish is custom-designed around your tastes, dietary needs, and the occasion—ensuring a one-of-a-kind dining experience that feels personal and exceptional.

2. Luxury, Restaurant-Calibre Dining at Home

I bring the standard of fine dining into your private space, offering discreet, full-service culinary experiences that rival top restaurants—without you ever lifting a finger.

3. Locally Sourced, Seasonally Led

I work exclusively with trusted local suppliers to source the finest seasonal ingredients—championing provenance, sustainability, and bold regional flavours.

4. Trusted by Media & High-Profile Clients

With appearances on shows like Steph’s Packed Lunch and Sunday Brunch, my work is recognised for its creativity, elegance, and attention to detail—earning the trust of high-profile clients across the UK.

5. Seamless, Stress-Free Service

From planning to plating, I handle every detail with precision and discretion—allowing you to relax and enjoy a flawlessly executed, luxurious experience from start to finish.

Exclusive Tailored Dining Experiences

I bring fine dining to you—whether in your home, a luxury rental, or an exclusive event space—designing each menu to suit your vision and preferences.

From elegant four-course dinners and gourmet BBQs to vibrant Mexican feasts or beautifully presented canapés, every experience is bespoke.

Whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner or a large celebration, I combine creativity with the finest local ingredients to craft truly memorable moments.

My clients consistently praise the quality and care I deliver, and I’m dedicated to surpassing expectations.

Hiring A Private Chef
Retreat Chef

Alyssa

Jessica was really amazing, she was so lovely & we were all obsessed with the fact some of the veg was from her garden and everything was local produce. plus we swear she left the kitchen cleaner than when she arrived. She was INCREDIBLE. The portion sizes were super generous and everything tasted fantastic. In the group of 13 we had 1 vegan, 1 vegetarian, 1 pregnant lady & 1 fussy eater and they were all delighted with their meal. She had fantastic communication before and during the event

Bethany

Jessica prepared an amazing Mexican meal for us – we had a lot of dietary requirements to cater for in the group – all food was vegan and gluten free, all of which were no problem. The food we ate was creative and delicious and certainly not limited by the dietary requirements. Jessica was a lovely person to have around on the day and the kitchen was left spotless. Highly recommend!

Peter

Jessica (and her assistant, Peter) were the consummate professionals. Prompt, engaging and cooked absolutely delicious food. They took the stress out of my wife’s 30th birthday weekend, which left the family (9 of us) to celebrate. The kitchen was also left absolutely spotless after their dinner service. Myself and the rest of our family would not hesitate to recommend her for any occasion – 10/10!! Thank you both again, you made our evening so special and memorable!

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​Enjoy Fresh, Flawless Flavours Made Just for You. Contact Me Today to Book Your Private Dining
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All bookings and services provided by Chef Jessie G are subject to the Terms and Conditions described below. By booking with Chef Jessie G, you are agreeing to the Terms and Conditions.

All guests (excluding those with allergies or specific dietary requirements) must select the same menu choices, unless agreed in advance.

Jessie will travel a maximum of a 2 hour radius from Bishop Auckland (popular areas include The Lake District, Northumberland and Whitby).

Price starts from £55pp for family style and £65pp for sit down meal. All quotes are bespoke to factor in preparation time, travel time and other staff required. Additional items Canapes or an additional course can be added for £6pp

The menu is based on a minimum of 6 guests. There is no maximum number of guests. A smaller gathering of under 6 guests is possible but is subject to a minimum booking fee.

A 50% deposit is required to secure the booking, with the remaining balance due 2 weeks before the booking date.

Cancellations made 4 weeks prior or longer will receive a 100% refund of the booking fee.

Cancellations 2-4 weeks prior will receive a 50% refund of the booking fee (please note that if only the 50% deposit has been paid, then no refund will be due).

Cancellations made within 2 weeks are non-refundable.

Payment is by BACS. Payment by Credit card is subject to a 2.6% additional fee.

Jessie will typically arrive 1-2 hours before guests arrive to set up the table and kitchen, so please ensure that access to the property is provided.

All ingredients are sourced by Jessie.

Minimal food preparation will be done in your kitchen. However, some free space in the fridge and freezer may be required.

Jessie will cook in the property using the utensils and equipment in the property. All menus are served on the crockery at the property.

You can sit back and enjoy a unique meal with your friends and family. Jessie will take care of the clean up, leaving your kitchen spotless at the end of the evening.

Jessie can recommend tablescape companies and beauty therapists. Please do get in touch if you require an additional service. Jessie does not receive any commission or monetary incentive from this.

Wine pairing can be added for an additional fee.

From time to time, we may have a photographer with us to capture the magic of the dining experience. Any photos or videos they take are for our use only, perfect for sharing our creations and memories online, and aren’t for guests to use or share without our written permission.

We’re always happy to help take group photos on your own phone or camera, just let us know! We ask that these are done after the service has finished, so everyone can relax and enjoy the experience without interruptions.

Force Majure

Neither party shall be liable for any breach of its obligations resulting from causes beyond its reasonable control, which may include acts of God, fire, natural disaster, death or serious injury or illness of a close family member, breakdown or car accident, injury or illness of the Caterer personally, war or military hostilities.

Each of the parties agrees to give notice immediately to the other upon becoming aware of an event of force majeure and such notice shall contain details of the circumstances giving rise to it.

In the event of bad weather, we will attempt to still provide service. This may mean at a different service time, different day, delivery of the food or an alternative caterer. If this isn’t possible then a full refund will be given within 28 days.

In the event of a vehicle breakdown, it may be necessary to push back serving times, we will advise of this with as much notice as possible. No compensation will be given for later serving times. If the vehicle cannot be repaired at the roadside, we will endeavour to find another caterer or provide a takeaway from a local establishment, should the above two options not be possible then a full refund will be given within 28 days. Last updated : 07/01/2026