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Private Chef

Full-Time Live-Out Private Chef job (M/F) in Dubai, UAE

Dubai

Job Description

A private household based in Downtown Dubai is looking to hire a skilled and reliable Private Chef to manage daily meal preparation for a family of four. The role is focused on delivering light, healthy European cuisine, with a strong emphasis on Italian cooking.

This position requires full responsibility for menu creation, meal preparation for both adults and children, kitchen management, and grocery sourcing. The ideal candidate will be European-trained, accustomed to working in private households, and able to meet the expectations of a discreet, VIP environment. Flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to travel with the family are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare daily meals including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light snacks.
  • Design balanced, diet-conscious menus with a focus on healthy European and Italian cuisine.
  • Cook meals suitable for both adults and children (no separate children’s menu required).
  • Prepare specific dishes upon request, including Syrniki (fried cottage cheese).
  • Plan weekly menus and adjust recipes based on family preferences and feedback.
  • Maintain excellent hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety standards.
  • Organize the kitchen, manage pantry supplies, and ensure ingredient quality.
  • Handle grocery shopping and supplier coordination.
  • Adapt to changing schedules and family needs with flexibility.
  • Travel with the family when required.
  • Uphold discretion, privacy, and professional standards at all times.

Job Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Private Chef or High-end Household Chef.
  • European culinary training (mandatory).
  • Strong expertise in:
    • Italian cuisine (essential)
    • French, Spanish, Moldovan, and Russian cuisines (strong advantage).
  • Experience preparing healthy, light, and diet-focused meals.
  • Previous employment in VIP or private households.
  • Ability to cook consistently for both adults and children.
  • Legal eligibility to work in the UAE.

 

Skills & Personal Qualities

  • Strong knowledge of nutrition-focused and balanced cooking.
  • Attentive, adaptable, and responsive to client preferences.
  • Willingness and availability to travel with the family.
  • Freelance visa preferred.
  • Professional presentation, discretion, and flexibility.

Working Conditions

  • Accommodation: Not provided
  • Schedule: 5 days per week
  • Location: Downtown Dubai
  • Start Date: February 2026

Salary

AED 15,000 – 20,000 per month

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This job offer is brought to you by Claire Dubois
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Claire Dubois
Private Employer

As a passionate and dedicated recruitment consultant at MMI, I draw on my years of hands-on experience working with private households. Although new to the recruitment industry, I bring valuable insight into the unique needs and dynamics of high-profile households. My role involves guiding the entire recruitment process, from drafting detailed job descriptions to identifying qualified candidates and coordinating interviews. With my in-depth understanding of the qualities of a successful domestic worker, I connect clients and candidates with empathy and precision. My hands-on expertise, combined with a strong commitment to excellence, ensures a thoughtful and personalized recruitment experience for each client.

This job offer is managed by MMI's agency Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Address : Jumeirah Beach Road, Villa 399b, Jumeirah 2, Dubai

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