Live-out Private Holistic Chef – Matera, Italy

Salary: Competitive, DOE
Schedule: 5–6 days per week (flexibility required)
Start date: TBC
Location: Matera, Italy (live-out)

A private family of 4–6 based in Matera are seeking an exceptional Live-out Private Chef with a strong holistic and health-led approach to cooking.

The role involves preparing daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as relaxed entertaining and occasional catering for intimate wellness retreats. The culinary style is rooted in Mediterranean and Italian cuisine, with Ottolenghi-inspired influences, focusing on vibrant, sharing-style dishes using organic, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients.

Menus should reflect a highly nutritious, low-sugar philosophy, with an emphasis on clean, flavour-driven cooking and a willingness to experiment and evolve dishes in line with the family’s lifestyle.

Candidate requirements:

• Previous private household experience essential
• Strong understanding of holistic, health-focused cooking
• Passion for organic, seasonal produce and menu development
• Positive, discreet, and personable nature
• Flexible and adaptable to family needs
• Right to work in Italy