Role

Private Chef

Location

London

Type

Full-time

Salary

SOA

Posted 13/01/2026

Job ID 885673

Private Chef - UHNW Family (London)
Salary: On application
 
One of our private clients is seeking an accomplished Private Chef to join their established household team.
This role involves working in tandem with another Private Chef to ensure continuous, high-quality culinary provision for the family, while also managing the kitchen independently on certain days.
 
Working Schedule

  • Wednesday to Sunday (five days per week)
  • Working alongside the other chef for three days per week
  • Sole charge of the kitchen for two days per week
  • Early starts through to post-dinner service
  • Covering the other chef during periods of leave, when required
The Role
  • Preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily
  • Cooking primarily for the family (including children)
  • Delivering nutritious, family-style meals with an emphasis on Mediterranean cuisine. The family eat together and value healthy, well-balanced food
  • Occasional cooking for entertaining and guests
  • Providing staff meals 
  • Maintaining exemplary kitchen organisation, hygiene, and food safety standards
  • Occasional travel with the family, with flexibility required
Candidate Requirements
  • Extensive UHNW Private Chef experience within private households (essential)
  • Demonstrable experience working in UHNW homes, not solely in restaurants
  • Michelin* restaurant experience also preferred
  • Confident cooking for both adults and children
  • Strong understanding of healthy, seasonal, and family-focused cuisine
  • Discreet, professional, flexible, and highly organised
  • Comfortable working both collaboratively and independently

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