Private Executive Chef

Prepare high-quality, tailored meals for a private household, delivering a discreet and professional service that reflects individual preferences, dietary requirements, and lifestyle needs. The Private Executive Chef will manage all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu planning, food purchasing, preparation, service, and kitchen standards. Key Responsibilities • Plan and prepare bespoke menus for daily meals, special occasions, and private events, taking account of household preferences, seasonal ingredients, and budget. • Prepare and present meals to a consistently high standard, adapting dishes to suit different occasions and service requirements. • Discuss food preferences, dietary requirements, allergies, and nutritional needs with household members or their representatives. • Manage food preparation and service timings, coordinating with household staff and other relevant colleagues as needed. • Source, order, and purchase ingredients and kitchen supplies, selecting suitable products and suppliers for quality and value. • Check deliveries for quality and accuracy, and manage stock levels, storage, rotation, and food labelling. • Maintain a clean, organised, and well-equipped kitchen, following food hygiene, allergen management, and health and safety procedures. • Monitor kitchen equipment and promptly report faults, maintenance needs, or safety concerns. • Manage food costs and minimise waste while maintaining the expected quality of ingredients and meals. • Maintain accurate records where required, including stock, expenses, food safety, and household food preferences. • Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding household routines, preferences, and personal information. • Adapt working arrangements to meet household schedules, including occasional entertaining, travel, or changes to meal plans. • Perform other relevant culinary or household duties as agreed with the employer or household representative. Requirements • Previous experience as an executive chef, private chef, or in a comparable senior culinary role. • Strong cooking skills and knowledge of a range of cuisines, ingredients, and food preparation techniques. • Experience planning tailored menus and catering for individual dietary requirements, allergies, and special occasions. • Good understanding of food hygiene, food safety, allergen management, and kitchen health and safety practices. • Experience with food purchasing, stock management, cost control, and minimising waste. • Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan and deliver meals to agreed schedules. • Professional, flexible, and discreet approach, with good communication skills and attention to detail. • Relevant culinary qualifications and current food safety training are desirable. • Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays, in line with household requirements.