Private chef

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Job Description:

Job Overview

Our Russian client is seeking a highly skilled Personal chef to work a Rota.

This is a very social family

We are looking for some one who specializes in Fine Authentic Italian Cuisine as they are moving here from Italy.

If you have experience with Russian food as well that would be icing on the cake.

They are going to be here for 2 years. We are seeking a highly skilled and professional Private Chef to provide exceptional culinary services for an exclusive client and their family and guests.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive culinary experience, demonstrate leadership in kitchen management, and deliver personalised, high-quality meals in a private setting. This role offers an opportunity to showcase creativity and expertise in a bespoke environment, ensuring the client’s dietary preferences and lifestyle are meticulously catered for. The position is paid and involves working closely with the client to deliver a seamless dining experience.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare customized menus tailored to the client’s tastes, dietary requirements, and nutritional needs
  • Work closely with Chef on other Rota.
  • Manage all aspects of food production, including sourcing ingredients, meal planning, and presentation
  • Oversee kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and hygiene regulations
  • Supervise kitchen staff or assistants, providing guidance on food preparation and presentation
  • Coordinate with suppliers for ingredient procurement and manage inventory levels efficiently
  • Cook a variety of dishes with precision, creativity, and consistency to meet high standards of quality
  • Serve meals in a professional manner, maintaining discretion and excellent customer service at all times
  • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols
  • Manage special events or gatherings as required, providing exceptional hospitality services

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Private Chef or in a similar high-end culinary role within private households or luxury hospitality settings
  • Supervising experience with team management skills to oversee kitchen staff effectively
  • Extensive knowledge of food production techniques, food safety standards, and kitchen operations with current certificates
  • Strong culinary skills with the ability to prepare diverse cuisines and specialised diets
  • Experience in restaurant service or hospitality environments is highly desirable
  • Leadership qualities with the ability to organise tasks efficiently under pressure
  • Excellent communication skills to liaise with clients and suppliers professionally
  • A recognised culinary qualification or equivalent experience in professional cookery is preferred

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated culinary professional to deliver personalised dining experiences within an exclusive environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate passion for food, exceptional organisational skills, and a commitment to excellence.

Benefits:

  • Discounted or free food
  • On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Virginia Water, Surrey: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • proven track record with private clients : 3 years (required)
  • Italian cuisine: 5 years (required)
  • Russian cuisine: 3 years (preferred)

 

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

 

Work Location: In person

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