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Private Chef

Private Chef job (M/F) in Dubai, UAE

Dubai

Job Description

A private Canadian/Lebanese household based on Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, is looking for an experienced and versatile Private Chef to take responsibility for the family’s daily culinary requirements.

The household comprises two family members, with an emphasis on fresh, nutritious and carefully prepared cuisine. The successful candidate will create meals around specific dietary preferences, including gluten-free cooking and the avoidance of processed foods, while bringing variety and creativity to the family’s daily menus.

In addition to preparing the family’s regular meals, the Chef will occasionally cater for small private gatherings and entertaining and will be required to travel internationally with the employer.

This is a hands-on role suited to a chef who enjoys working in a private environment, takes pride in sourcing quality ingredients and is comfortable adapting menus and routines to the family’s lifestyle.

Responsibilities

Culinary Responsibilities

  • Prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner for the two family members.
  • Develop fresh, balanced and nutritious menus in line with the family’s preferences.
  • Ensure all meals comply with dietary requirements, including gluten-free and minimally processed cooking.
  • Plan weekly menus and organise ingredient requirements in advance.
  • Source high-quality, fresh and seasonal ingredients locally.
  • Introduce variety through different cuisines, flavours and cooking techniques.
  • Adapt menus according to the family’s schedule, preferences and travel plans.
  • Prepare food for occasional intimate dinners, gatherings and private entertaining.
  • Manage special dietary requirements carefully and consistently.
  • Maintain high standards of taste, presentation and food quality.

Kitchen & Pantry Management

  • Keep the kitchen clean, organised and professionally maintained.
  • Ensure cooking equipment is properly cared for and kept in good working order.
  • Maintain an organised pantry and monitor ingredient levels.
  • Manage grocery shopping and sourcing of specialist or hard-to-find ingredients.
  • Monitor freshness, storage and food hygiene.
  • Minimise unnecessary waste while maintaining the quality of ingredients and preparation.

International Travel

The Chef will accompany the employer on international travel as required.

During travel, responsibilities will include:

  • Planning menus according to available ingredients and local facilities.
  • Sourcing suitable ingredients at international destinations.
  • Maintaining the family’s dietary requirements while abroad.
  • Adapting cooking arrangements to different residences, kitchens and locations.
  • Maintaining the same level of culinary service and discretion throughout travel.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will be a confident professional chef with previous experience in a private household, luxury hotel, fine-dining restaurant or similarly high-end culinary environment.

The family is seeking someone who offers:

  • Proven professional experience as a Private Chef or in a high-end culinary setting.
  • Strong knowledge of healthy, balanced and varied cuisine.
  • Experience preparing gluten-free meals and cooking with fresh, minimally processed ingredients.
  • Creativity and versatility across different cuisines.
  • Ability to plan menus independently and manage ingredient sourcing.
  • Experience catering for intimate dinners or small private events.
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and requirements.
  • Ability and willingness to travel internationally with the employer.
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • A polished, professional appearance.
  • Reliability, discretion and respect for the family’s privacy.
  • A genuine passion for cooking and high-quality ingredients.

Female candidates are preferred, although the family remains open to other profiles depending on experience and suitability.

For international travel requirements, candidates should hold a European nationality, a nationality whose citizens can travel to Europe without a visa, or a valid long-term European visa.

Working Conditions

  • Position: Private Chef
  • Location: Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
  • Household: Two family members
  • Employer: Canadian/Lebanese private household
  • Contract: Full-time, live-out
  • Day off: Sunday
  • Annual leave: 4 weeks paid leave
  • International travel: Required with the employer
  • Visa: Provided
  • Medical insurance: Provided
  • Flights: Provided
  • Schedule: Standard full-time hours for daily meal preparation, with additional hours when required for entertaining, private events or international travel

Salary

AED 6,000–6,500 per month, depending on experience, qualifications and overall suitability.

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Luc Moreau
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Spécialisé dans la fourniture de solutions de recrutement et de dotation en personnel pour divers secteurs d'activité de VIP Household. Fort de plus de trente ans d'expérience dans le secteur, je mets à votre disposition une expertise approfondie. Je suis fier de détenir les certifications ELAC et CSP, qui attestent de ma maîtrise du droit du travail et des meilleures pratiques en matière de recrutement.

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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