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A private household in Knightsbridge, London, is seeking a Live-out Private Chef. This full-time position requires a minimum of 10 years’ experience in top-end restaurants, ideally with Michelin star experience. Responsibilities include preparing meals, collaborating with culinary teams, and traveling internationally with the family. The successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal skills and a calm, adaptable attitude. A strong understanding of diverse cuisines is essential to meet the family's sophisticated tastes.
Position: Live-out Private Chef in London
Location: Knightsbridge, London + travel abroad (US, EU and other destinations)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent, Rotational: 2 weeks On & 1 Week Off
Salary: £110,000 to £115,000 per year + yearly bonus based on performance
Accommodation: Live-out (provided during travel)
Start Date: ASAP
Guests: Family of 4
Transport Requirement: Driving licence beneficial but not essential
Important Requirements: High end restaurant background is required by the family, Michelin star experience is a big advantage for this role.
Job description:
A lovely UHNW family based in Central London is seeking an experienced Private Chef to join their established culinary team of 3 chefs, on a full-time, permanent basis under a rotational schedule of two weeks on and one week off (subject to family schedule and travel).
Versatility, flexibility, and the ability to work as part of a team are essential. The successful candidate will have over 10 years’ experience in top-end restaurants and proven experience as a Private Chef within UHNW households, ideally with Michelin-starred experience.
The family are sophisticated food lovers with a deep understanding of fine dining, having previously owned Michelin restaurants. They are looking for a chef who can consistently deliver simple and colorful cuisine with strong flavours.
The role includes preparing daily lunch and dinner for a family of four, creating menus featuring Mediterranean, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, and Pan-Asian influences. Meals are generally served family-style, though plated service may be required when entertaining.
The position involves close collaboration with a team of long-standing chefs and household staff. The successful candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, humour, and a calm, adaptable attitude suitable for a dynamic environment.
The family are known for long‑term staff retention and offer excellent support, including professional development and culinary workshops.
This live-out position is based in the family’s primary residence in Knightsbridge, London.
Travel: The chef will also travel internationally with the family, with accommodation provided during trips.
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