Private Chef job (M/F) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job description
A private household in Dubai is seeking an accomplished Private Chef with strong expertise in Levantine cuisine to take charge of the villa’s kitchen.
The principal favours a lighter, healthier style of cooking, with an emphasis on small bites and delicate, refined plates.
The Chef will cook daily for six to eight people, host a weekly gathering, and work alongside event companies for a few larger events throughout the year.
This is a long-term role for a chef who values stability and takes genuine pride in consistency, quality and presentation.
Responsibilities
- Daily cooking: preparing fresh, healthy and refined meals for six to eight people each day, in line with the principal’s tastes and preferences
- Levantine and Mediterranean cuisine: delivering authentic, high-quality Levantine dishes alongside lighter Mediterranean flavours
- Signature style: creating small bites, mezze and delicate plates with a strong focus on presentation
- Weekly gatherings: planning and executing a weekly gathering, from menu design to service
- Large events: collaborating with external event companies for a few larger events during the year, ensuring the culinary offering reflects the household’s standards
- Menu planning: designing varied weekly menus and adapting them to guests, seasons and any dietary requirements
- Sourcing: selecting and purchasing premium, fresh ingredients and managing supplier relationships
- Kitchen management: keeping the kitchen, equipment and storage immaculate, organised and fully compliant with food safety and hygiene standards
- Stock and budget: managing inventory, stock rotation and kitchen expenses
- Full-time position, based at the villa in Dubai
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Working days and hours following the household’s schedule, in line with UAE law
- No travel required at present, although this may change in future
Requirements
- Proven experience as a chef in high-end restaurants
- Experience as a private chef in UHNW households highly preferred
- Strong expertise in Levantine cuisine, with a solid command of Mediterranean flavours
- A light, healthy and refined cooking style, with a talent for small bites and delicate plates
- Excellent presentation skills
- Proven longevity in previous positions
- Discreet, reliable and comfortable working within a private household
- Experience coordinating with event teams is a plus
Work conditions
- Absolute discretion and confidentiality regarding the household, during and after employment
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Live-in or live-out
- A trial period applies before confirmation
Salary
Hi, my name is Stephanie. I am a highly motivated and adaptable professional with excellent organisational and communication skills. After over 10 years in the yachting industry, I decided to transfer my skills to a land-based role and contribute to sourcing talented individuals for the luxury sector. Skilled at understanding a position, talent, and a client’s needs, I focus on finding the ideal match and building lasting relationships. I value high-quality service for both my clients and candidates.
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