Private Chef #2063
About The Position
A private household in Vancouver is seeking an experienced, creative, and highly organized Private Chef to manage all culinary aspects for a family of two adults. This long-term role involves preparing daily refined, healthy, and personalized meals, managing kitchen operations, and traveling internationally with the family for approximately 2 to 3 months per year. The ideal candidate has prior experience in private households, luxury hospitality, yachts, or executive environments and excels at providing highly personalized service with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Private Chef, Executive Chef, Sous Chef, or in luxury hospitality, yachting, or fine dining.
- Formal culinary education or recognized culinary certification.
- Strong knowledge of international cuisine, healthy cooking, nutrition, and dietary accommodation.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- High level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently and anticipate the family's needs.
- Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays when required.
- Valid passport with the ability to travel internationally.
- Legally authorized to work in Canada.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working in a private residence is considered a strong asset.
- Valid driver's licence is considered an asset.
Responsibilities
- Prepare daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner according to the family's preferences and schedule.
- Develop seasonal, nutritious, and diverse menus while accommodating dietary preferences, allergies, and special requests.
- Prepare meals for family gatherings, informal entertaining, and occasional private events.
- Bake and prepare fresh snacks, desserts, and healthy meal options when requested.
- Present dishes to an exceptional standard while maintaining consistency and attention to detail.
- Plan weekly menus in consultation with the family.
- Purchase groceries and specialty ingredients while maintaining an efficient food budget.
- Source premium local, organic, and seasonal products whenever possible.
- Maintain inventory of food, beverages, pantry items, and kitchen supplies.
- Ensure proper food storage, rotation, and inventory management.
- Keep the kitchen impeccably clean, organized, and compliant with food safety standards.
- Coordinate maintenance of kitchen equipment and arrange servicing when required.
- Work closely with the household staff to ensure seamless daily operations.
- Coordinate meal schedules with the family's calendar and travel itinerary.
- Maintain complete discretion regarding the family's private affairs.
- Adapt menus and meal schedules according to changing household priorities.
- Travel abroad with the family approximately 2 to 3 months annually.
- Plan menus and source quality ingredients while travelling.
- Prepare meals in private residences, vacation homes, or temporary accommodation.
- Maintain the same level of culinary excellence regardless of location.
Benefits
- Three (3) weeks' paid vacation.
- Comprehensive benefit plan.
- All travel expenses are covered while accompanying the family.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
