Stay-in Family Chef/ Cook

Private Advertiser; Muntinlupa; On-site; PHP 240,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Metro Manila is seeking an experienced International Stay-in Family Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for a private household. You will be responsible for planning menus, cooking a range of cuisines, and maintaining kitchen hygiene.

The ideal candidate has proven private-family cooking experience, knowledge of international dishes, and the ability to tailor meals to dietary needs. Stay-in arrangement and discretion are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Private Family Cook or Personal Chef.
• Strong knowledge of international cuisines and healthy meal preparation.
• Ability to create nutritious, home-style meals with attractive presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily meals and healthy snacks for the family.
• Plan weekly menus with nutritious, balanced international meals.
• Cook Western, Mediterranean, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Italian, and healthy Filipino dishes.
• Customize meals for dietary preferences and restrictions.
• Ensure food quality, freshness, and proper portioning.
• Source fresh ingredients and manage pantry inventory.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.
• Minimize food waste through proper planning.

Skills

Private Family Cook

International Cuisine

Healthy Cooking

Dish Presentation

Job description

About the role

We are looking for an experienced International Stay-in Family Cook to prepare high-quality, healthy, and well-balanced meals for a private family. The ideal candidate is passionate about nutritious cooking and can confidently prepare a variety of international cuisines while maintaining excellent kitchen hygiene and organization.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, and healthy snacks for the family
• Plan weekly menus featuring nutritious and balanced international meals
• Cook a wide range of cuisines, including Western, Mediterranean, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Italian, and healthy Filipino dishes
• Customize meals based on dietary preferences, allergies, and nutritional requirements
• Ensure food quality, freshness, and proper portioning
• Purchase or assist in sourcing fresh ingredients and manage pantry inventory
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, utensils, and food storage areas
• Minimize food waste through proper meal planning and storage

About you

• Proven experience as a Private Family Cook, Personal Chef, or International Cook
• Strong knowledge of international cuisines and healthy meal preparation
• Skilled in preparing nutritious, home-style meals with attractive presentation
• Familiarity with special diets such as low-sodium, high-protein, low-carb, or diabetic-friendly meals is an advantage
• Trustworthy, discreet, and respectful of a family's privacy
• Willing to work on a stay-in arrangement
• Experience working for VIP families or private households
• Ability to create rotating weekly menus and adapt to changing food preferences