Private Chef/All-Rounder

London, Notting Hill , Salary Competitive DOE

Job Title: Private Chef / All-rounder (Live-out)

Location: Notting Hill, London

Schedule: Full-time, live-out

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Start Date: Flexible

Overview

A warm and busy private household in Notting Hill is seeking an experienced and highly organised Chef / All-rounder to join their team. The family consists of two parents and three children. The household is fully staffed with an existing housekeeper and a full time nanny, and the successful candidate will work collaboratively with the team to ensure the smooth running of the home. The primary responsibility of the role is planning, shopping for, and preparing healthy, balanced meals for the family, while also assisting with general household duties and supporting other staff members when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare fresh, healthy and nutritious meals for the family, focusing on balanced, home cooked food suitable for both adults and children
• Develop weekly menus with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients, healthy nutritious cooking, and family friendly sharing platters
• Prepare dinners, and occasional lunches or snacks for the children
• Shop for groceries and fresh produce, ensuring high quality ingredients are always available
• Maintain a well organised and fully stocked kitchen, pantry, and fridge
• Accommodate dietary preferences and encourage healthy eating habits within the family
• Occasionally cook for guests or small family gatherings

Household Support

• Work collaboratively with the existing housekeeper and nanny
• Assist with light housekeeping duties when required
• Support the smooth day to day running of the household
• Step in to assist other staff members during busy periods or when additional help is needed

Driving & Errands

• Confident driver required for food shopping, errands, and occasional school or activity related driving
• Comfortable driving in London and managing local household logistics
• Maintain flexibility to assist with errands that support the household's daily operations

Travel

• Travel with the family to Europe is an essential part of the role and may occur during school holidays or family trips

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Private Chef, family cook, or Chef Housekeeper in a private household (minimum of 2 years)
• Strong knowledge of healthy, balanced cooking and nutrition
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Confident and experienced driver
• Ability to work collaboratively within a staffed household
• Professional, discreet, and reliable
• Comfortable working in a family home with children
• Friendly, positive, and team oriented personality