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We are looking for a Resident Chef responsible for designing, preparing, and executing a seasonal menu inspired by Puglia’s culinary heritage, presented with a modern and creative touch. This role requires deep knowledge of local ingredients, traditional techniques, and a strong sense of storytelling through food. You will collaborate closely with our hospitality teams to curate unforgettable experiences — from intimate farm‑to‑table dinners and wine pairing suppers to hands‑on cooking workshops and culinary residencies for visiting chefs. Our mission is to celebrate Puglia’s culinary heritage — its humble ingredients, seasonal rhythms, and artisanal mastery — while presenting it through a modern, creative lens for an international audience. For this reason, we are seeking a Puglian‑born Chef who embodies the values of authenticity, craftsmanship, and innovation — someone capable of transforming the simplicity of rural life into an unforgettable gastronomic experience.

• Menu Creation: Design and execute seasonal menus that reflect the depth and simplicity of Puglia’s culinary tradition in a modern way.
• Local Sourcing: Build close relationships with local farmers, cheesemakers, fishermen, and artisans to source ingredients that honor the land.
• Culinary Storytelling: Guide guests through Puglia’s flavors and traditions with passion, offering insight into ingredients, techniques, and history.
• Event Collaboration: Participate in private dinners, curated events, and international culinary showcases representing the essence of Puglia.
• Team Leadership: Manage daily kitchen operations and mentor staff with respect for craftsmanship and precision.
• Sustainability: Uphold responsible sourcing, reduce waste, and promote the ethical values that define southern Italian hospitality.

• Native of Puglia, with an intimate understanding of its food culture and terroir.
• Minimum 5 years of professional kitchen experience, preferably in fine dining, boutique hospitality, or culinary residencies.
• Creative and visionary, with the ability to reimagine classic Puglian dishes in refined, contemporary form.
• Deep knowledge of local ingredients, traditional preservation methods, and regional wines.
• Excellent communication in Italian and conversational English, with the ability to connect with guests through storytelling and food.
• Passionate about sharing the identity of Puglia with the world.

• The opportunity to work in a restored countryside estate surrounded by olive trees, vineyards, and the Mediterranean landscape.
• A chance to shape the culinary heart of an ambitious new hospitality project.
• Creative freedom to develop menus, collaborations, and guest experiences that reflect your vision.
• Participation in culinary events and residencies both in Italy and abroad.

Please send your CV, portfolio (with images or menu samples), and a brief letter describing your vision of what “Modern Puglia Cuisine” means to you.

Experience: Required
Employment: Part‑time

About Private Masseria:

We are an internationally minded culinary and hospitality project born from a deep love for Puglia — with mission to bring the soul of our region to the world through food, wine, and cultural experiences.