Notting Hill, London , Salary: Dependent on Experience
Private Chef (Live-out)Location: Notting Hill, LondonSchedule: Full-time, live-out, Monday – FridaySalary: Dependent on ExperienceStart Date: ASAPA 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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