Private Chef

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About the Role

Private Chefs

The Private Chef will oversee daily meal preparation, event dining, and kitchen management while maintaining the highest standards of hygiene, presentation, and taste — reflective of five-star hospitality within a private home environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute

  bespoke menus

  tailored to family preferences, dietary requirements, and global cuisines.
• Manage

  full kitchen operations

  — including grocery sourcing, cost control, and hygiene supervision.
• Prepare

  daily meals

  (breakfast, lunch, dinner) with flexibility for snacks, parties, and guest events.
• Collaborate with household staff (Butler, House Manager, Housekeepers) to ensure seamless service flow.
• Handle

  culinary planning for events

  , fine dining dinners, and festive occasions with precision.
• Maintain an immaculate kitchen, following HACCP standards and inventory control systems.
• Train and supervise junior kitchen or household helpers as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold utmost professionalism within a private residence.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Minimum

  8–10 years of culinary experience

  , with at least

  3–5 years in private households

  or yachts.
• Formal background from

  luxury hotels (5-star or Michelin-rated establishments)

  .
• Strong knowledge of

  international cuisines

  — Mediterranean, Asian, Indian, Middle Eastern, and Continental.
• Skilled in

  menu planning, plating, and presentation

  , with attention to dietary trends (vegan, keto, gluten-free).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; fluent in English (additional languages preferred).
• Discreet, polished, and adaptable — with the ability to work under minimal supervision.

• Driving license and valid passport

  preferred for travel-based roles.

Who Should Apply

Experienced chefs

Culinary professionals

Passionate individuals

Candidates open to international exposure

Who Should NOT Apply

❌ Those who prefer structured hotel environments with large team support.

❌ Those uncomfortable with private household discretion, last-minute menu changes, or long working hours.

❌ Candidates seeking short-term contracts or lacking stability and commitment.

❌ Individuals not confident in managing solo kitchen operations or client-facing dining experiences.

Career Growth & Aspirations

At Elite Butlers, we believe every role is a stepping stone toward mastery.

Private Chef

Successful candidates can grow into:

• Executive Private Chef / Estate Culinary Director

  roles managing multiple residences.

• Luxury Event Chef

  for high-profile occasions and destination villas.
• Opportunities for

  international placements

  with UHNW clientele and celebrity households.

Your craft can open doors to global recognition — where art, discipline, and passion meet opportunity.