Private Head Chef

Virtual Voyagers; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible freelance schedule

Potential for permanent position

Descripción de la vacante

Virtual Voyagers is seeking a Head Chef for a private residence above Barcelona. You will lead a small team, own the dietary framework, manage sourcing and HACCP documentation, and confirm every service with the General Manager.

The role is freelance/on-call, with travel as needed and potential to become permanent for the right candidate. High standards in nutrition and discretion are essential.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years in private household or luxury food settings with senior leadership.
• Experience cooking daily for strict medical/elimination diets.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Discretion, professionalism, and trustworthiness.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsabilidades

• Design and execute daily meals and private events.
• Oversee end-to-end kitchen operations and food safety.
• Lead and mentor kitchen staff.
• Manage supplier relationships and stock control.
• Coordinate with General Manager for service confirmations.

Educación

HACCP certification

Descripción del empleo

A private family residence in the hills above Barcelona is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen. You will be cooking for two principals and four children, to an exacting standard.

The role is not restaurant work. It is precision cooking for people who eat here every day. The family follows a strict low-sugar, high-protein regime: all cooking is done in clarified butter, industrial seed oils and processed foods are excluded, and salads are always served per request. Everything is made from scratch on the day. Fish is bought and delivered fresh, each morning from a specialist fishmonger; fruit and vegetables from Barcelona's premium organic markets.

You will own the family's dietary framework completely — not follow it, own it. You will lead a Sous Chef and a kitchen porter, manage supplier relationships, maintain full HACCP documentation, and confirm every service with the General Manager before the first plate leaves the kitchen.

This is a freelance / on-call position, active during the principals' stays at the property. The frequency and duration of engagements may vary throughout the year. Candidates must be available to commit to confirmed dates and deliver the same level of excellence on every occasion, regardless of duration. There is potential for this role to evolve into a permanent position for the right candidate. Occasional travel may also be required as part of the engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Design and execute daily meals, private dinners, and bespoke events, tailoring every experience to the household's preferences, dietary requirements, and seasonal produce.
• Own end-to-end kitchen operations: menu planning, ingredient sourcing, supplier management, stock control, and kitchen hygiene to the highest food safety standards.
• Lead and mentor kitchen staff, building a culture of excellence, precision, and proactive service.
• Adapt seamlessly to the household's schedule, including availability for private events, gatherings, and occasional travel requirements.
• Proactively contribute ideas for seasonal menus, themed dining concepts, and continuous kitchen improvement — bringing initiative to every interaction.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a private household, five-star hotel, or Michelin-starred restaurant environment, with proven experience in a senior culinary leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience cooking daily to a strict medical or elimination diet.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish (written and spoken) — essential for this role.
• Deep expertise across multiple international cuisines, with strong knowledge of nutrition, allergen management, and specialist dietary requirements.
• Current HACCP and food-handler certification.
• Absolute discretion, professionalism, and trustworthiness.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with exceptional attention to detail and a natural drive to exceed expectations without being asked.
• Flexibility to adapt to the household's schedule, with openness to travel when required.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive package, a fully equipped premium professional kitchen, a small dedicated team, and a genuine path into senior culinary roles across a growing portfolio of private properties.
• Build and shape the kitchen culture and culinary identity from the ground up.

Due to the nature of this placement, the client's identity is kept strictly confidential. Full details will be shared with shortlisted candidates at the appropriate stage of the process.