Private Executive Chef

Yosh Hospitality; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Yosh Hospitality is seeking an Executive Private Chef to lead all kitchen operations for a private household in Abu Dhabi. Plan and prepare tailored menus, manage sourcing, stock, and costs while maintaining the highest standards of quality and discretion.

Strong culinary expertise, hygiene, and flexibility to suit household schedules are essential. The role requires onsite work, confidentiality, and the ability to adapt to evolving household needs, including events and travel arrangements.

Qualifications

• Must possess high-level culinary skills across diverse cuisines.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene, allergen management and kitchen safety practices.
• Excellent planning, organisation and attention to detail essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare bespoke menus for daily meals, special occasions, and private events, considering household preferences, seasonal ingredients, and budget.
• Prepare and present meals to a high standard, adapting dishes to suit occasions and service requirements.
• Discuss food preferences, dietary requirements, allergies, and nutritional needs with household members or representatives.
• Manage food preparation and service timings, coordinating with household staff and other colleagues as needed.
• Source, order, and purchase ingredients and kitchen supplies, selecting suitable products for quality and value.
• Check deliveries for quality and accuracy; manage stock levels, storage, rotation and labelling.
• Maintain a clean, organised kitchen; follow food hygiene, allergen management and health and safety procedures.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and report faults, maintenance needs or safety concerns.
• Manage food costs and minimise waste while maintaining ingredient and meal quality.
• Maintain accurate records including stock, expenses, and household food preferences.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding household routines and preferences.
• Adapt working arrangements to meet household schedules, including entertaining, travel or changes to meal plans.
• Perform other relevant culinary or household duties as agreed with the employer or household representative.

Skills

Cooking

Menu planning

Food hygiene

Organisation

Discretion

Flexible hours

Education

Culinary qualifications

Food safety training

Job description

Job Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Work Mode: On-site

Date Posted: 27 October 2026

Job Reference/ID: 8622485

Job Description / Role:

Prepare high-quality, tailored meals for a private household, delivering a discreet and professional service that reflects individual preferences, dietary requirements, and lifestyle needs. The Private Executive Chef will manage all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu planning, food purchasing, preparation, service, and kitchen standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare bespoke menus for daily meals, special occasions, and private events, taking account of household preferences, seasonal ingredients, and budget.
• Prepare and present meals to a consistently high standard, adapting dishes to suit different occasions and service requirements.
• Discuss food preferences, dietary requirements, allergies, and nutritional needs with household members or their representatives.
• Manage food preparation and service timings, coordinating with household staff and other relevant colleagues as needed.
• Source, order, and purchase ingredients and kitchen supplies, selecting suitable products and suppliers for quality and value.
• Check deliveries for quality and accuracy, and manage stock levels, storage, rotation, and food labelling.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and well-equipped kitchen, following food hygiene, allergen management, and health and safety procedures.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and promptly report faults, maintenance needs, or safety concerns.
• Manage food costs and minimise waste while maintaining the expected quality of ingredients and meals.
• Maintain accurate records where required, including stock, expenses, food safety, and household food preferences.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding household routines, preferences, and personal information.
• Adapt working arrangements to meet household schedules, including occasional entertaining, travel, or changes to meal plans.
• Perform other relevant culinary or household duties as agreed with the employer or household representative.

Experience Required:

• Previous experience as an executive chef, private chef, or in a comparable senior culinary role.
• Experience planning tailored menus and catering for individual dietary requirements, allergies, and special occasions.
• Experience with food purchasing, stock management, cost control, and minimising waste.

Education Qualifications:

• Relevant culinary qualifications and current food safety training are desirable.

Skills Required:

• Strong cooking skills and knowledge of a range of cuisines, ingredients, and food preparation techniques.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, food safety, allergen management, and kitchen health and safety practices.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan and deliver meals to agreed schedules.
• Professional, flexible, and discreet approach, with good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays, in line with household requirements.

Employment / Job Type: Full Time

Nationality: Any Nationality

About the Company:

Yosh Hospitality is a UAE recruitment specialist sourcing top talent for the luxury hospitality sector and beyond. It offers bespoke hiring solutions tailored to a demanding clientele, with expertise spanning luxury hospitality, investments, arts and lifestyle.

Company Industry: Hospitality

Department / Functional Area: Culinary

Closing Date: Not mentioned