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Private Chef

Notting Hill, London, Salary: Dependent on Experience

EHS #9592

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Private Chef (Live-out)
Location: Notting Hill, London
Schedule: Full-time, live-out, Monday - Friday
Salary: Dependent on Experience
Start Date: ASAP

A warm and welcoming  family of five, living in Notting Hill with their friendly family dog, is seeking a mature, experienced, health-conscious Private Chef to become an integral part of their household

This is a long-term position for a highly organised, proactive and personable individual who takes genuine pride in creating delicious, nutritious meals while maintaining an exceptionally well-run kitchen The successful candidate will work closely with the family's nanny and housekeeper and should enjoy being part of a collaborative household team

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and prepare fresh, healthy, high-quality meals for the family on a daily basis, with a focus on seasonal ingredients and balanced nutrition
  • Create varied menus suitable for both adults and children, while accommodating dietary preferences where required
  • Take full responsibility for the kitchen, ensuring it remains clean, organised and exceptionally well maintained
  • Manage all food purchasing, grocery ordering, stock control and pantry organisation
  • Source premium ingredients and maintain relationships with trusted local suppliers
  • Minimise food waste through careful planning and efficient kitchen management
  • Prepare meals for family events and occasional entertaining when required

Household Responsibilities

The Chef will become part of a small, professional household team and should be willing to support colleagues where appropriate

We are looking for someone who:

  • Enjoys working closely with the family's nanny and housekeeper
  • Is child-friendly and comfortable around a family dog
  • Is happy to provide practical support during busy periods
  • Is willing and able, on rare occasions and in emergencies, to assist with school pick-ups or other childcare logistics if required

Working Hours

This is a full-time position with seasonal flexibility

  • During school term: approximately 30 hours per week, primarily preparing the family dinner and managing kitchen operations
  • During school holidays: approximately 50 hours per week, providing breakfast, lunch and dinner as the family spends significantly more time together

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have previous experience as a Private Family Chef or in a high-end private household- Minimum of 5 years experience
  • Be passionate about healthy, nutritious cooking with restaurant-quality presentation
  • Be highly organised with excellent planning and stock management skills
  • Be discreet, trustworthy and respectful of privacy
  • Have excellent communication skills and enjoy working as part of a team
  • Be proactive, flexible and capable of adapting to changing family schedules
  • Hold a valid driving licence
  • Have the legal right to work in the UK
  • German language skills would be advantageous, but are not essential

We Offer

  • A long-term, stable position with a warm and respectful family
  • A collaborative and supportive working environment
  • The opportunity to take full ownership of a well-equipped private kitchen
  • Competitive salary, dependent on experience
  • Five weeks' paid holiday plus UK public holidays (or equivalent by agreement)
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Private Chef

EHS #9592

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