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Private Chef job

| Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Posted Date 8/05/2026
Description

Job Description

A private family based on Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, is seeking an experienced and dependable Private / Family Chef to take responsibility for the family’s daily meals.

The successful candidate will have a genuine passion for fresh, nutritious home cooking and a strong understanding of Mediterranean and European cuisine, particularly Russian cuisine. You will be responsible for preparing well-balanced meals for both adults and children, with an emphasis on quality ingredients, healthy cooking, and appealing presentation.

This is a live-out Private Chef position suited to an organised and self-sufficient professional who is comfortable working independently in a private family home.

The family is looking for someone who can understand their preferences, establish a consistent culinary routine, and bring variety and creativity to the weekly menus while respecting their preference not to include Asian cuisine.

Responsibilities

Family Meal Preparation

  • Prepare fresh daily lunches and dinners for the family.
  • Create nutritious and appealing meals suitable for both adults and children.
  • Prepare healthy, well-presented lunch boxes for the children.
  • Use fresh, high-quality and carefully sourced ingredients.
  • Develop meals inspired primarily by Mediterranean and European culinary traditions, with a particular focus on Russian cuisine.
  • Adjust recipes and portions according to the family’s individual preferences and requirements.
  • Maintain a consistently high standard of flavour, freshness, presentation, and nutrition.

Menu Planning & Food Preparation

  • Plan weekly menus in collaboration with the family.
  • Introduce sufficient variety to ensure meals remain interesting and balanced.
  • Take seasonal availability into consideration when designing menus.
  • Adapt dishes according to dietary preferences and changing family requirements.
  • Prepare shopping lists and identify the ingredients required for upcoming menus.
  • Assist with food purchasing and sourcing when requested.

Kitchen Organisation

  • Keep the kitchen clean, tidy, hygienic, and fully organised throughout the working day.
  • Follow high standards of food preparation, storage, and hygiene.
  • Monitor food quality, freshness, and expiry dates.
  • Maintain appropriate stock rotation and minimise unnecessary food waste.
  • Ensure kitchen equipment, work surfaces, and cooking areas are properly cleaned and maintained.
  • Keep household food supplies organised and ensure essential ingredients are available when required.

Supporting the Family

  • Develop a good understanding of the family’s tastes, routines, and preferred meal times.
  • Coordinate meal preparation around the family’s daily schedule.
  • Remain flexible when meal times or requirements change.
  • Prepare additional meals, snacks, or children’s food when required.
  • Maintain complete discretion and respect the privacy of the family at all times.
  • Establish a professional and positive working relationship with the household.

 

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Private Chef, Family Chef, Home Cook, or professional Cook with previous experience preparing meals within a private household.

Restaurant chefs who are interested in transitioning into private family service are also encouraged to apply, provided they have the flexibility and personality required for a private home environment.

The successful candidate should have:

  • Proven experience as a private cook, family chef, home chef, or comparable culinary professional.
  • Excellent knowledge of Mediterranean cuisine.
  • Strong knowledge of European and Russian cuisine.
  • A good understanding of healthy, balanced, and nutritious family cooking.
  • Experience preparing meals for children.
  • Excellent menu planning and organisational skills.
  • A reliable and methodical approach to work.
  • The ability to work independently without constant supervision.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A professional, discreet, and well-presented manner.
  • Punctuality, flexibility, and a strong sense of responsibility.

 

 

Working Conditions

  • Location: Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE
  • Position: Private / Family Chef
  • Schedule: Full-Time | Monday to Friday, 5 days per week
  • Accommodation: Live-Out
  • Start Date: August 2026

Salary

AED 12,000–15,000 per month
 
 

 
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Categories
Chef
Housing
Live-out

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