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Private Chef

Private Chef job (M/F) in Wicklow, Ireland

Wicklow

Job Description

A high-net-worth private client is seeking an experienced and versatile Private Chef to join their household in Wicklow, Ireland.

The ideal candidate will be a confident, hands-on Chef who takes pride in preparing fresh, nutritious, and well-presented home-style cuisine. The role requires someone who is flexible, proactive, discreet, and comfortable taking responsibility for the family’s day-to-day culinary needs.

As well as cooking for the principals, the Chef will manage menu planning, grocery shopping, food supplies, and kitchen organisation. The successful candidate should also be confident providing relaxed yet polished front-of-house service when the family entertains guests or hosts small gatherings and occasional events.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional Chef seeking a seasonal private household position, with the possibility of a longer-term arrangement following the initial contract.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare fresh, nutritious, and appealing home-style meals for the principals.
  • Take full responsibility for the family’s daily cooking requirements.
  • Develop weekly menus that reflect the principals’ preferences, schedule, and dietary needs.
  • Plan meals efficiently and ensure ingredients are sourced in advance.
  • Carry out grocery shopping and identify high-quality, fresh ingredients.
  • Maintain excellent organisation and cleanliness throughout the kitchen.
  • Monitor food stocks, manage inventory, and ensure essential ingredients are readily available.
  • Prepare meals and refreshments for guests when required.
  • Provide confident and professional front-of-house service during private dinners, entertaining, small gatherings, and occasional events.
  • Adapt menus and working routines according to the family’s changing requirements.
  • Support the smooth running of the household when required, adopting a practical and hands-on approach.
  • Maintain the highest standards of discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism at all times.

Job Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Private Chef, ideally within a private household, luxury chalet, yacht, or similarly high-standard environment.
  • Strong culinary skills and confidence preparing fresh, nutritious, home-style cuisine.
  • Previous experience working directly for private principals is highly desirable.
  • Excellent spoken English.
  • Full, clean driving licence.
  • Flexible and adaptable approach to working hours and household requirements.
  • Comfortable working occasional evenings, weekends, and during the Christmas period.
  • Strong experience managing grocery shopping, ingredient sourcing, food preparation, and kitchen stock.
  • Confident interacting with guests and providing polished but personable service.
  • Warm, approachable, and pleasant personality.
  • Energetic, practical, reliable, and genuinely willing to go the extra mile.
  • Highly discreet, trustworthy, and professional.
  • Able to work independently while remaining responsive to the principals’ preferences and expectations.
  • Strong, verifiable references from previous employers.

Working Conditions

  • Position: Private Chef
  • Location: Wicklow, Ireland
  • Contract: Seasonal, November 2026 to May 2027
  • Start date: November 2026
  • Schedule: Full-time, 5 days on / 2 days off
  • Flexibility: Occasional alternative evenings, weekends, and Christmas work required
  • Accommodation: Provided for the live-in option
  • Contract extension: Potential for a long-term position following the seasonal contract, subject to performance and mutual agreement

Salary

€45,000–€55,000 gross per annum, depending on experience, qualifications, and suitability for the household.

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