Private Chef (Mediterranean and Italian Cuisine) London

• Central London  
• Permanent, Daily Role (Monday-Friday with flexibility required when the principal is in London)
• The role is daily but the chef can choose to live in throughout or to only use the accommodation when needed
• Salary is open to negotiation

Job Description:

A client based in central London is seeking a skilled and versatile Private Chef specializing in Mediterranean and Italian cuisine, with a strong understanding of health and nutrition. This position requires a chef who can create balanced, flavorful meals that cater to specific dietary requirements, including a reduced-salt diet, and who is attentive to the nutritional needs of the principal.

Key Responsibilities:

– Prepare and cook meals primarily for the principal and his partner, with occasional meal preparation for a small team of household staff.

– Create menus that focus on Mediterranean and Italian cuisine, with an emphasis on health-conscious and nutritionally balanced dishes.

– Accommodate dietary restrictions, particularly related to salt and other health-related preferences.

– Maintain flexibility in scheduling during the principal’s visits to London (up to 90 days per year).

  – When the principal is in residence, the chef may be required to work six or seven days a week, with the flexibility to adjust working hours based on the principal's schedule.

  – Any additional hours worked while the principal is in London will be compensated with time off when the principal is away.

– When the principal is not in London, work a regular Monday to Friday schedule with standard hours.

– Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, following health and safety standards.

Additional Information:

– This role is based in London (St Johns Wood), no travel is required.

– Accommodation is available in an annex property for late working days when the principal is in residence, providing a room and private bathroom for the chef. 

– A strong commitment to flexibility, organization, and the ability to work independently is essential.

Ideal Candidate:

– Excellent knowledge of Mediterranean and Italian cuisines, with experience in health-conscious cooking and familiarity with dietary restrictions.

– Flexible and reliable, able to adjust schedules to meet the principal’s needs while ensuring the highest quality of service.

– Experienced in private household settings, with a keen sense of discretion and professionalism.

This is an excellent opportunity for a chef passionate about Mediterranean and Italian food, who values work-life balance while delivering high-quality service.

Salary is open to negotiation, as such we would like to know what your salary expectations would be for this role. Furthermore, we also need to know how soon you are available to start a new role.