Junior Private Chef

BESMART SERVICES; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A private household in Dubai is seeking a talented Junior Chef. This role offers the opportunity to cook Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes, assist the Head Chef, and travel internationally. Ideal candidates will have culinary training and a passion for traditional home-style cooking. Competitive salary, accommodation, and benefits as per UAE law are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Accommodation and meals provided

Annual leave and medical insurance

International travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Professional culinary training or proven experience in restaurants.
• Experience cooking for a private family or a strong desire to transition into the private sector.
• Ability to prepare traditional, hearty, and home-style dishes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily meals focusing on Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine.
• Assist in menu planning and grocery shopping.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen.

Skills

Culinary training

Mediterranean cuisine knowledge

Middle Eastern cuisine knowledge

Flexibility

Good communication in English

Job description

Overview

A private family in Dubai is seeking a talented and motivated Junior Chef to join their household culinary team. The ideal candidate will be proactive, eager to learn, and passionate about authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, with the ability to cook wholesome, traditional dishes “like grandma did.” This role requires someone with both restaurant experience and private household cooking exposure, or a strong desire to transition into the private sector.

The Junior Chef will support the Head/Executive Chef while also preparing family-style meals with a focus on quality, tradition, and fresh ingredients. The position involves occasional international travel with the family.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare daily meals for the family, focusing on Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine.
• Cook traditional, home-style dishes with care and authenticity.
• Assist in menu planning, grocery shopping, and sourcing high-quality ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and organisation of the kitchen at all times.
• Work alongside and support the Head/Executive Chef.
• Cater to special dietary requirements and preferences of family members.
• Adapt to family routines and schedules, providing flexibility for meal times.
• Travel with the family several times a year to assist with meal preparation in other residences.

Skills & Requirements

• Professional culinary training and/or proven experience in restaurants.
• Experience cooking for a private family (or a strong willingness to transition into the private sector).
• Solid knowledge of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.
• Ability to prepare traditional, hearty, and home-style dishes with skill and passion.
• Proactive, efficient, and willing to learn under guidance.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Well-groomed, polite, and professional demeanor.
• Flexible to work long hours and travel internationally when required.
• Strong organizational skills and a positive, can-do attitude.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Accommodation and meals provided (if live-in).
• Annual leave, medical insurance, and other benefits as per UAE law.
• International travel opportunities.