Executive/Head Chef

Montclair Chef; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An exclusive culinary service is seeking a highly experienced Private Chef to support a very high-profile family's residences in London, Dubai, and St. Moritz. The role is rotational, requiring a flexible chef knowledgeable in fine dining and capable of managing last-minute events. From preparing fresh and beautifully presented meals for the family to supporting small-scale entertaining, this position demands creativity, adaptability, and discretion. Compensation is competitive, with accommodation and travel fully covered during assignments outside London.

Benefits

Accommodation provided during travel

Discretionary bonus

Full travel coverage

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Private Chef in UHNW households.
• Proven track record of fine dining or Michelin-starred cuisine.
• Ability to work on a 2-week on / 2-week off rotation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality meals for a family of four.
• Support small-scale entertaining as required.
• Manage dietary needs and special requests from guests.

Skills

Fine dining experience

Flexibility

Creativity in cuisine

Discretion and confidentiality

Ability to manage events

Job description

Position:Private Chef (Rotational, Land-Based)

Location:London, Dubai & St. Moritz

Contract:Full-time, rotational (2 weeks on / 2 weeks off)

Salary:£80,000 to £100,000 per annum DOE + discretionary bonus

Accommodation:Provided during travel (outside London)

Start Date:ASAP

Guests:Very high-profile family of 4 (with regular last-minute guests and events)

Transport Requirement:All travel and accommodation outside London covered

Job description:

An UHNW family is seeking a highly experienced and flexible Private Chef to join their household culinary team on a rotational basis.

The role will support the family's land-based residences between London, Dubai & St. Moritz.

The family currently employs one travelling chef, and this new position will operate on a 2-week on / 2-week off rotation, alternating with the existing chef.

During on-weeks, the chef will typically work from 10:00am to 10:00pm with breaks in between. Support is provided by a kitchen assistant or helper, primarily for prep and dishes.

This is a dynamic role suited to a chef with previous private household experience for UHNW families, alongside a fine-dining or Michelin-trained resume. The ideal candidate must be quick-thinking, discreet, and comfortable managing last-minute events, travel changes, and high standards under pressure.

Duties include preparing fresh, beautifully presented meals for the family and guests, as well as supporting small-scale entertaining when required. Cuisine style is modern, health-conscious, and varied – adaptability and creativity are key.

Due to the role involving regular work across multiple EU countries, candidates must already hold unrestricted rights to live and work in both the UK and the EU.

All travel (outside of London) and accommodation costs will be covered by the family.

The compensation package is competitive and reflects the level of flexibility and responsibility required.

Exact contract structure (UK or Dubai based) will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.