Mediterranean Chef / Private Chef

Private Advertiser; Pasig; On-site; PHP 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Metro Manila seeks an experienced Mediterranean Chef to join a private household. The role focuses on authentic Mediterranean cooking, high-quality meals, and tailoring dishes to family preferences.

You will manage meal preparation, planning, budgeting, pantry organization, and sourcing, while ensuring top-tier hygiene and kitchen safety standards. This is a full-time, on-site position in Pasig.

Qualifications

• Proficient in authentic Mediterranean cooking styles.
• Capable of creating nutritious, well-balanced meals.
• Ability to plan daily/weekly menus and accommodate dietary needs.
• Experience managing food budgets and cost control.
• Maintains organized, well-stocked pantry and kitchen.
• Sourcing fresh ingredients from markets and suppliers.
• Adheres to high standards of food hygiene and safety.
• Keeps kitchen and utensils clean and organized at all times.

Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation – prepare delicious, nutritious meals per household preferences and dietary requirements (Keto, dairy-free, gluten-free, etc.).
• Mediterranean Cuisine – cook authentic Greek, Italian, Spanish, Middle Eastern dishes.
• Meal Planning – design daily/weekly menus aligned with schedules and nutrition needs.
• Budget Management – manage food budget while ensuring quality and freshness.
• Pantry Organization – maintain clean, organized pantry and kitchen spaces.
• Grocery and Market Shopping – buy fresh ingredients from groceries and markets.
• Food Hygiene and Safety – uphold sanitation and safe storage practices.
• Kitchen Cleanliness and Organization – keep cooking areas and equipment spotless.

Skills

Mediterranean Cuisine

Meal Preparation

Meal Planning

Budget Management

Pantry Organization

Grocery and Market Shopping

Food Hygiene and Safety

Kitchen Cleanliness and Organization

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and skilled Mediterranean Chef to join our household. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in preparing authentic, delicious, and high-quality Mediterranean cuisine.

As a Private Chef, you will be responsible for the following:

1. Meal Preparation – Prepare delicious, nutritious, and well-balanced meals according to the preferences and dietary requirements of household members and their guests, including Keto, dairy-free, gluten-free, sugar-free, preservative-free, and minimally processed food.

2. Mediterranean Cuisine – Prepare and cook authentic Mediterranean dishes, including Greek, Italian, Spanish, Middle Eastern, and other Mediterranean-inspired cuisines.

3. Meal Planning – Plan daily and weekly meals and menus based on the household's preferences, nutritional requirements, and schedule.

4. Budget Management – Manage the food budget efficiently while ensuring the quality and freshness of ingredients.

5. Pantry Organization – Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked pantry and kitchen.

6. Grocery and Market Shopping – Purchase fresh and high-quality ingredients from groceries, markets, and other appropriate suppliers.

7. Food Hygiene and Safety – Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, sanitation, proper food handling, storage, and kitchen safety.

8. Kitchen Cleanliness and Organization – Ensure that the kitchen, cooking equipment, utensils, and food preparation areas are kept clean, sanitary, and organized at all times.