About the Role
Private Chef – UHNW Principal Location: St John’s Wood, London Salary: £80,000 per annum We are seeking an experienced Private Chef to work for a UHNW single Principal in a private residence in St John’s Wood . The successful Chef will be responsible for preparing fresh, healthy and flavourful meals, mainly for the principal, with occasional meals for one or two guests. Food Style The principal enjoys a wide range of cuisines and places great importance on quality ingredients and excellent flavour. The diet is mainly based around: High-quality protein Fresh vegetables Healthy carbohydrates Organic produce where possible and within budget Low oil No butter or cream in everyday cooking Occasional fried or deep-fried dishes Food should be healthy and nutritionally balanced but always full of flavour. Main Duties Prepare daily lunch and dinner Maintain a well-stocked fridge with the principal’s preferred foods Prepare one soup each working day Prepare bone broth in batches for freezing Weekly menu planning Prepare meals in advance for non-working weekends Cater for occasional guests Provide staff lunch Monday–Friday Manage food shopping and ordering Maintain an exceptionally clean and organised kitchen Follow all allergies, dietary requirements and personal preferences Keep up to date with the principal’s favourite dishes and restaurants Working Hours Monday–Friday: 10am–8pm Every other Saturday , normally the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. The principal usually eats out around three times per week, creating flexibility within the working day. Dinner is normally around 7pm, allowing time for a full kitchen clean-down. When the Chef is not working at weekends, lunch and dinner will be prepared in advance for the household staff to reheat. Time Off The principal is overseas for approximately three months each year . The Chef is not required to work during this period, apart from any necessary preparation before the principal returns and cleaning after the residency. This period is the preferred time for the Chef to take annual holiday. Candidate Requirements The ideal Chef will have: Strong private household or high-end restaurant experience Excellent knowledge of contemporary and healthy cooking Strong understanding of meat cookery Excellent soup and stock-making skills Good knowledge of healthy carbohydrates Strong menu planning skills Good understanding of nutrition Experience managing allergies and dietary requirements High standards of cleanliness and organisation A calm, discreet and professional manner Flexibility and the ability to work independently A genuine passion for quality food and ingredients This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Chef looking for a long-term position within a professional and well-run private household in St John’s Wood, London .