Since the beginning of the pandemic, it is understandable that more and more families are looking for a chef, but did you know that there are different types of chefs?
The private chef and the personal chef. Both work in the private household industry, however certain specifics may vary.
What is the difference between private and personal chef?
The private chef is employed by only one family. Responsibilities are to be defined according to the employer. The chef may be asked to make special meals for dinner parties or events, but they may also be asked to prepare daily meals for the household.
According to the tasks defined, the private chef may have to travel with the family.
Moreover, they can be in charge of the management of the kitchen, which can include going grocery shopping to managing the staff. Additionally, it is very common for the chef to work closely with the butler.
The personal chef is self-employed, which means that they don’t work for one client but several clients. Most of the time, they are requested for special events such as a business lunch, a birthday dinner etc.
A personal chef can decide what type of client they want to work with/for.
They must be able to offer an exceptional service that meets the requests of the family throughout the requested period. The personal chef must be able to balance the flavour without forgetting the gourmet side.
They must be highly creative to always surprise the client and their guests.
How to choose the right chef for me?
To find Household Staff for you, we first need to identify your needs. It’s also true for personal chefs. Would you like an everyday chef or a chef for occasional events or special events etc…
Would you want a specific cuisine? For example, an Asian chef, French chef or a chef who specializes in molecular cuisine? If you want a chef who specializes in a certain cuisine, it’s best to select a chef with at least 3 – 5 years of experience focusing on a cuisine.
If you want a versatile chef who can respond to your desires and be available any time, you should select a private chef who will know and understand your taste and food palate and who can adapt quickly. The advantage of a private chef is that they will be at your service and will be proactive.
To find a chef who suits you, they must be able to understand and follow your requests. If you have a particular diet, it is necessary that your future chef has the necessary knowledge and expertise to prepare meals following your dietary requirements and of course it must be delicious and flavorful.
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Morgan & Mallet International
The leading international household staffing agency
We recruit candidates with a minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in the household staffing industry
We verify the candidate's references each time, we contact every previous employer
We can advise you regarding the work contract and regulations
The recruiter organizes a deep interview with all candidates to check their experience
We check their criminal record for you and all official document for your security
We can employ the candidates instead of you
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Morgan & Mallet International is the leading global agency for luxury domestic and private staff recruitment since 2015.
Our primary goal is the client’s peace of mind. We specialize in placing domestic and private staff both locally and internationally to cater to our clients’ personal needs. We assist our clients in recruiting household and domestic staff for a variety of settings, including private villas, apartments, palaces, royal residences, chalets, private islands, family offices, yachts, private planes, and diplomatic residences.
Our experts recruit and place highly experienced candidates for exclusive clients, including top business professionals, HNW & UHNW families or individuals, royal families, celebrities, VIPs, VVIPs, political figures, and world-renowned artists. We also provide services to embassies, governmental organizations, diplomats and their families, and international private businesses for managing their extensive properties.
As a recruitment and headhunting agency, we specialize in sourcing private, household, and domestic staff in the USA, UK, Europe, and the Middle East, for both temporary and permanent positions.
We are a global company with offices in key cities such as London, Los Angeles, New-York, Dubai, Paris, Valbonne/Monaco, and Geneva.
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Using Morgan & Mallet International’s payroll services for your household staff ensures legal compliance and manages tax withholdings. It guarantees timely salary payments, handles benefit deductions, reduces paperwork, and maintains organized records.
Staff receive health insurance, retirement plans, and HR support. Liability is minimized through compliance, with mediation services available. Confidentiality is maintained by securely managing employee data.
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Our Recruitment Process
Step 1
Define your recruitment needs and the profiles you are looking for
Step 2
Submission of our conclusions and notes regarding your needs
Step 3
Signature of the search mandate
Step 4
Presentation of the candidates selected by us with all the checks carried out on their professional background.
Step 5
Placement of the candidate within your property and regular monitoring of the placement for the first 3 months of employment
