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Private Chef

Private Chef job (M/F) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dubai

Job Description

An established private household in Dubai, UAE, is looking to recruit an experienced Private Chef with a strong specialisation in Levantine cuisine to oversee all culinary operations within their villa.

The principal appreciates contemporary, health-conscious cooking, favouring fresh ingredients, balanced flavours, beautifully presented mezze, sophisticated canapés, and light, carefully composed dishes. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate both authentic knowledge of Levantine gastronomy and the creativity to introduce refined Mediterranean influences.

The Chef will be responsible for preparing meals for a household of six to eight people, organising a regular weekly gathering, and collaborating with professional event caterers for several larger occasions throughout the year.

This is a long-term opportunity for a talented culinary professional seeking stability within a private household, where consistency, discretion, creativity, and attention to detail are highly valued.

Responsibilities

  • Take full responsibility for the villa’s kitchen, preparing fresh, nutritious, and high-quality meals for six to eight household members and guests.
  • Develop menus centred on authentic Levantine cuisine, incorporating contemporary Mediterranean influences and lighter cooking techniques.
  • Prepare an assortment of refined mezze, canapés, small plates, and delicate dishes, with particular attention to flavour balance and visual presentation.
  • Adapt recipes and menus to the principal’s preferences, seasonal ingredients, guest requirements, and any specific dietary considerations.
  • Plan and execute the household’s weekly gathering, overseeing menu development, ingredient preparation, kitchen organisation, and food presentation.
  • Work alongside external event planners and catering companies to coordinate the culinary arrangements for selected private events throughout the year.
  • Introduce new recipes and seasonal menu concepts while maintaining consistency in the quality and style of the household’s cuisine.
  • Identify and source premium ingredients, maintaining relationships with trusted suppliers and ensuring the freshness and quality of all provisions.
  • Manage food purchasing, stock levels, inventory, and kitchen expenditure within the agreed household budget.
  • Maintain exceptional cleanliness and organisation throughout the kitchen, including food storage areas, appliances, and professional equipment.
  • Apply rigorous food hygiene, preparation, storage, and safety procedures at all times.
  • Anticipate the household’s culinary requirements and ensure meals and kitchen operations are managed efficiently without constant supervision.

Job Requirements

  • Extensive professional cooking experience, ideally gained in prestigious restaurants, luxury hotels, or high-end culinary establishments.
  • Previous experience as a Private Chef within UHNW or high-net-worth households is strongly preferred.
  • Advanced knowledge of Levantine cuisine, including traditional recipes, regional specialities, and modern interpretations.
  • Strong understanding of Mediterranean gastronomy and contemporary healthy cooking.
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare sophisticated mezze, canapés, small bites, and elegantly presented sharing plates.
  • Creative approach to menu development, with the ability to balance authenticity, innovation, and the principal’s individual preferences.
  • Excellent culinary presentation skills and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Proven employment stability and a track record of maintaining long-term professional relationships.
  • Experience catering for private gatherings and coordinating with external event suppliers is an advantage.
  • Strong organisational skills, including purchasing, stock management, and kitchen budgeting.
  • Discreet, trustworthy, and comfortable working within a private residential environment.
  • Flexible, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while maintaining consistently high culinary standards.

Working Conditions

  • Full-time position based in a private villa in Dubai, UAE.
  • Live-in or live-out arrangement available.
  • Working schedule and hours organised according to the household’s requirements and applicable UAE employment regulations.
  • No regular travel currently required, although occasional travel may be introduced in the future.
  • Strict confidentiality and discretion are expected throughout and following the employment relationship.
  • A practical trial period will take place before final appointment.

Salary

AED 20,000–25,000 per month, depending on experience, culinary expertise, and suitability for the household.

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Marie-Laure Renaud
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Ancien banquier, j'offre depuis de nombreuses années des services sur mesure et une excellente relation client à une clientèle haut de gamme. Ce parcours m'a permis de rejoindre l'aventure MMI, où je travaille depuis sept ans maintenant.

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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