Private Chef

BRILLIANT OPPORTUNITY FOR A PRIVATE CHEF WITH STRONG MEDITERRANEAN FOUNDATION

For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.
Where : Knightsbridge, London + travel
Contract : Full-time, Permanent
Salary : £80,000-£100,000 per annum, DOE
Status : Live-out
A lovely UHNW family based in Central London is looking to hire an experienced and talented Private Chef to join their household team on a permanent basis. Versatility, flexibility, and the ability to work as part of a team are essential requirements for this role, and the successful candidate will have demonstrable experience working in similar roles and reputable top-end restaurants, ideally Michelin-starred. The family are looking for a Chef who is exceptional in all they do, consistently producing outstanding, memorable family-style meals and top-end wow-factor dishes when entertaining.
Joining an established household and working collaboratively with the other chefs, the ideal candidate will have a good sense of humour, excellent communication skills and be warm and friendly in nature with the ability to multitask and take any unexpected changes in their stride. Preparing lunch and dinner for a family of 4, you should have a solid foundation in most world cuisines they prefer modern, Mediterranean style cooking over traditional haute cuisine, especially Italian and Spanish, and also really enjoy Pan-Asian and Japanese dishes. Meals are generally served family style, but when entertaining meals might be plated and for larger numbers.
This is a live-out role in Central London at the familys primary residence, but you will also be required to travel with the family (usually a few weeks at a time) with accommodation provided when not in London. Usually working on a 2-week on, 1-week off basis, the hours can vary depending on the familys schedule, so the role requires someone not rigid in their schedule and able to offer some flexibility. The family are excellent employers who have a track record of long-term staff retainment, and the role also offers continued learning opportunities through various courses and workshops. xwzovoh A confident driver with a valid driving license is not essential but would be beneficial.
DUTIES TO INCLUDE, BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
Working alongside other chefs and taking direction from the Chef Manager
Assisting the Chef Manager with menu planning, when required
Preparing high quality, wholesome, and varied family-style meals for the family
Liaising with the Chef Manager on stock control, inventory management and provisioning
Maintaining hygiene standards to the highest level
Travelling with the family to their countryside home & internationally
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
At least 15-20 years experience working in high-end restaurants or private households
Experience working and preparing a variety of international cuisines across different countries will be highly advantageous
Strict on hygiene procedures
Highly organised, motivated, and proactive
Strong team player with a can-do, happy to muck-in attitude
Flexible, adaptable and able to multitask
Friendly, calm and warm with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Trustworthy, reliable, and discreet
Flexible in terms of working days/hours and willing to travel with the family
Eligibility to live and work in the UK