Jay-Z suing former personal chef for $1.5 million

Jay-Z is suing his former personal chef for $1.5 million (£950,000).

The rapper has filed a lawsuit against Mike Shand, who worked for both him and his wife Beyoncé, on behalf of his restaurant the Manhattan 40/40 Club.

The star is claiming that he "failed to perform on significant aspects" of a deal to make the menu better, according to the New York Post.

Jay-Z and his partner Juan Perez allege that his lack of input led to a loss of profits which cannot be regained.

A filing in a Manhattan court read: "The club has not been able to adequately replace the items and services defendant was paid to provide."

Shand's lawyer has claimed that he is unaware of why a lawsuit would be filed against him.

Vik Pawar said: "Mike's a great chef, and it is unclear why 40/40 would contemplate a lawsuit against him. Nevertheless, we will respond accordingly when he gets served with the complaint."

Among the items listed on the menu at the establishment include a $42 Rib Eye steak and a $28 grilled halibut. New Zealand native Mike is still listed as the chef at the restaurant on its website.