Private Chef

About This Role

This private chef role involves managing the daily cooking requirements for a family of four at their private villa. The position suits an experienced chef with strong multi-cuisine cooking skills and basic knowledge of Maharashtrian cuisine, responsible for planning and preparing daily meals for the family and guests.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the family
• Prepare a variety of dishes across multiple cuisines
• Have a good understanding of basic Maharashtrian cuisine and dishes
• Create varied weekly and monthly menus in consultation with the family
• Prepare meals for guests and small gatherings as required
• Ensure food is prepared on time according to the family's daily schedule
• Manage grocery requirements, kitchen inventory, and supplies
• Ensure the freshness and quality of ingredients
• Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety
• Keep the kitchen organised, well-stocked, and efficiently managed
• Maintain consistency in taste, quality, presentation, and portion control
• Be flexible with menu requirements and accommodate the family's preferences

Requirements

• Minimum 4+ years of professional cooking experience
• Experience in a hospitality, private household, or similar professional setup preferred
• Strong hands-on experience in multi-cuisine cooking
• Basic to good knowledge of Maharashtrian cuisine
• Culinary qualification or relevant professional cooking experience
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards
• Ability to independently plan menus and manage daily meal preparation
• Comfortable preparing meals for guests and small gatherings at short notice
• Well-organised, reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
• Should be comfortable working closely with a private family
• Must maintain discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality at all times

Important Details

• Working hours: 11-12 hours per day, including breaks
• Weekly off: 1 day

About the Company

This role is for a private family of 4 members, who currently employ approximately 10 household staff, including maids, cooks, and gardeners.