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Live-in Cook Job, Mayfair Apartment, West London Location: Mayfair, London (Live-in accommodation provided – private basement flat with en-suite)  We are seeking an experienced, professional, and discreet Live-in Cook to support a private family in their luxury Mayfair apartment, used as a holiday residence for approximately three months of the year. This role places a strong emphasis on cooking and kitchen management when the family is in residence, combined with high standards of housekeeping. During periods when the family is away, the role transitions into light property management and upkeep. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who enjoys cooking in a private household environment and is seeking a balanced role with quieter periods throughout the year. Key Responsibilities: When the Family is in Residence (Primary Focus – Cooking): Planning, preparing, and serving fresh, high-quality meals on a daily basis Confident cooking of a variety of cuisines, tailored to the family’s preferences Managing all aspects of the kitchen, including provisioning, stock control, and cleanliness Grocery shopping and sourcing high-quality ingredients Kitchen organisation and maintaining excellent hygiene standards Supporting the household with: Housekeeping to a high standard (cleaning, laundry, ironing) Preparing the home for daily living and guest readiness Running errands as required Providing attentive but unobtrusive service to the family  When the Family is Away: Light property management and general upkeep Regular cleaning and airing of the apartment Managing post, deliveries, and inventories Overseeing maintenance and liaising with contractors where required Ensuring the property remains secure and well-presented at all times Preparing the apartment in advance of the family’s return  Candidate Requirements: Proven experience as a private household cook  Strong cooking skills with the ability to prepare fresh, healthy, and varied meals Organised and confident in managing a kitchen independently High attention to detail in both cooking and housekeeping Discreet, trustworthy, and professional Flexible and adaptable to changing household needs Able to work independently during quieter periods Right to work in the UK  Accommodation: Private basement flat within the property Includes en-suite bathroom Suitable for a single occupant  Working Pattern: Full-time, service-based role when the family is in residence Reduced, flexible schedule when the family is away  Salary: £40,000 GPA Start: ASAP

  • West London
  • Permanent
  • £40,000 GPA

Perm Chef Job

Private Chef – Kensington (W8) A private family of four in Kensington is looking for an experienced Private Chef on a full-time, live-out basis. You will be cooking mainly for two adults, preparing fresh, healthy meals with a focus on Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine. The style is home-cooked, simple and well-executed rather than fine dining. The role includes planning weekly menus with the principals, shopping and sourcing ingredients, and managing the kitchen day to day. Flexibility is important, as plans may change. You will also be responsible for keeping the kitchen clean and organised, including washing up after cooking. The kitchen is open-plan, so a calm, tidy and professional approach is essential. Service is informal and family-style. The position is five days per week, with some weekend work to be confirmed. Start is ASAP, and salary is dependent on experience. The ideal candidate will have private household experience, a strong understanding of Turkish/Mediterranean cooking, and a flexible, discreet working style. Location: Kensington, W8 Position: Full-Time, Live-Out Working Days: 5 days per week (weekend requirement to be confirmed) Start Date: ASAP (flexible for the right candidate) Salary: £60k to £80k - Depending on experience 

  • West London
  • Permanent
  • £60k to £80k DOE

Perm Chef Job

Job Title: Private Household Japanese Chef Location: Belgravia, London, United Kingdom Position Type: Full-Time (5 Days per Week – Flexible Schedule) Overview A private family of four based in Belgravia is seeking a skilled and experienced Japanese Chef to join their household team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing authentic, high-quality Japanese cuisine for the family while working alongside two existing household chefs who specialise in Indian cuisine. This is an excellent opportunity for a chef with strong experience in traditional Japanese cooking who enjoys working in a private household environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare fresh, high-quality Japanese meals for a family of four on a daily basis Design and plan seasonal menus featuring a variety of Japanese dishes Prepare sushi, sashimi, teppanyaki, and other traditional Japanese cuisine Work collaboratively with two existing household chefs specialising in Indian cuisine Maintain the highest standards of kitchen hygiene, organisation, and food safety Source premium ingredients and manage relevant kitchen inventory Adapt menus and meals to the family’s preferences and dietary requirements Cook for occasional family events or small gatherings Kitchen Setup A dedicated teppanyaki grill will be installed in the household kitchen, allowing the chef to prepare teppanyaki-style meals for the family and guests. Schedule 5 working days per week (flexible days depending on family schedule) Flexibility required for occasional evening meals and special occasions Travel The chef may be required to travel with the family to Europe on occasion. Candidate Requirements Proven experience as a Japanese chef (private household, fine dining, or luxury hospitality preferred) Strong expertise in sushi, sashimi, and traditional Japanese cooking techniques Teppanyaki experience preferred (or willingness to work with a new teppanyaki grill installation) Professional, discreet, and accustomed to working in private households Fluent or good working level of English Organised, flexible, and able to work as part of a team Personal Attributes High attention to detail and presentation Positive attitude and collaborative approach Respect for privacy and confidentiality Passion for authentic Japanese cuisine Compensation Competitive salary depending on experience Travel expenses covered when accompanying the family Start Date ASAP

  • West London
  • Permanent
  • Competitive DOE

Part-time Chef Job

Part Time Chef Job, Earls Court, South West London A client of Greycoat Lumleys is seeking a Part-time Private Chef to work Monday to Friday in Earls Court, from 4 pm to 8 pm. You will be cooking for a family of five, consisting of two parents and their three teenage children. The family enjoys healthy, family-style meals and likes a broad range of cuisines, including Mediterranean, Asian, and Indian. They particularly enjoy flavourful and spicy food. There are no dietary requirements. The family occasionally entertains, though meals are generally served family-style. You will be responsible for planning and preparing the evening meals as well as shopping for ingredients at local butchers and fishmongers. The household also uses Ocado for grocery deliveries. The chosen candidate will be self-employed, have an enhanced DBS, and have previous experience working as a Private Chef in a family home. Occasional weekend work will be required. Salary: £25 – £30 per hour depending on experience. Hours: Monday to Friday – 4pm till 8pm Start: ASAP Consultant: Kari Kerslake Vigor Job number: 209778

  • South West London
  • Permanent
  • £25 - £30 GPH DOE

Perm Cook Job

Temporary to Permanent Private Cook – Fitzrovia (Central/West London) A client of Greycoat Lumleys is seeking an experienced and dedicated Private Cook to join a family based in Fitzrovia on a temporary-to-permanent basis. Role Overview: The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing lunch and dinner five days per week (including weekends) for two family members. The family has two other children currently at university; numbers will increase during holidays and when they return home. Cuisine & Preferences: The family enjoys healthy, light meals prepared using the freshest and highest-quality seasonal ingredients. A strong understanding of nutritious cooking and the ability to create varied, flavourful dishes is essential. Requirements: Proven experience as a Private Household Cook or similar role Ability to plan balanced, healthy menus Confident working independently in a private home Flexible and professional approach Details: 5 days per week (to include weekends) Lunch and dinner service £250 per day (£55K GPA if goes perm) Start date: ASAP Position offered on a temporary-to-permanent basis This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled cook seeking a long-term role with a welcoming family in Central London.

  • West London
  • Permanent
  • £250 per day (£55,000 GPA if goes perm)

Yacht Chef Job

Position: Yacht Chef Vessel: 60m Private Motor Yacht Launch Date: April Cruising Area: TBC (Med / International) Salary: £8,000 NET per month Start Date: April (flexibility for the right candidate) We are seeking an experienced and creative Yacht Chef to join a newly launched 60m private motor yacht. The ideal candidate will deliver refined, restaurant-quality cuisine with a strong focus on French and Italian cooking, alongside a solid understanding of Arabic / Middle Eastern Flavors. This role suits a chef who thrives in a high-standard private environment and enjoys tailoring menus to owners’ and guests’ preferences. Key Responsibilities Plan and prepare high-quality meals for the Owner, family, and guests Design varied, seasonal, and nutritionally balanced menus Prepare elegant plated service as well as relaxed family-style dining Cater confidently for dietary requirements and preferences Manage provisioning, inventory, and galley organization Maintain exceptional hygiene and food safety standards Coordinate smoothly with interior crew to ensure seamless service Adapt cuisine style based on guest profiles and cruising regions Cuisine Focus French cuisine (classic & modern techniques) Italian cuisine (regional, fresh, high-quality ingredients) Arabic / Middle Eastern cuisine (authentic flavours, spices, mezze, grills) Requirements Proven experience as a Yacht Chef Strong culinary training and technical skills Experience on similar size vessels preferred Ability to work independently and under pressure Excellent time management and organization Positive, flexible attitude and strong work ethic Valid culinary certificates and food hygiene certification STCW, ENG1

  • Permanent
  • £8,000 NET per month

Perm Chef Job

One day a week Private Chef – Saturdays – Notting Hill- Indian Cuisine  A lovely family, represented by Greycoat Lumleys, is seeking a Private Chef for their fully staffed household in Notting Hill. The position is live-out and only on Saturday. The household consists of five family members, including children under the age of 15. The family requires the candidate to cook traditional Indian cuisine. Dietary considerations within the household include vegetarian and pescatarian preferences, as well as a nut allergy, so experience accommodating special diets is essential. Key Responsibilities: Preparing daily meals for the family, including a late breakfast/lunch served at 10:00 AM and dinner at 5:30 PM. Cooking a daily staff lunch. Maintaining exceptionally high culinary standards in line with Michelin-level experience. Ideal Candidate: Previous experience as a private household chef, with a minimum of 2 years' longevity in a similar role. Trained to a Michelin standard or equivalent high-end culinary background. Confident in preparing a variety of global cuisines with a focus on fresh, seasonal, and healthy ingredients. Comfortable working in a fully staffed environment and collaborating with household staff. Flexible, discreet, and professional. Holds an Enhanced DBS certificate (required). This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled and passionate chef to join a dynamic household that values excellence and creativity in cuisine. Salary: £350 per day (on self- employed or PAYE basis)  Start: As soon as they find the right candidate

  • Notting Hill
  • Permanent
  • £350 per day (on self employed or PAYE basis)

Couple Job

Property / Hands-on House Management Couple - South of France Théoule-sur-Mer On behalf of our client, we are seeking a very strong couple to fulfil the role of House Manager team to oversee a private luxury property in the South of France for a large international family. Job Title: House Manager – Couple Job Type: Permanent Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Type: Annual Salary: Highly competitive salary package with accommodation, travel, food and drinks included. Location: South of France Accommodation: Private one-bedroom apartment provided Transport: Car provided Driving Licence: Full clean driving licence required Documentation: Passport and valid visa for work required Languages: Fluent English and French (German an advantage) There is a great opportunity for growth in this role, with further potential for the couple to oversee more properties within the collection. Overview The Property / House Manager Couple will be jointly responsible for the day-to-day management of two villas on the estate, ensuring that the family and guests’ needs are met at all times while maintaining very high standards. The couple will have an overall coordinating role within the villas, taking the lead on all matters and, once family or guests arrive, holding primary responsibility for the success of their stay. They will supervise the work of support staff and coordinate and support the work of the Chef. The role requires some cooking skills to prepare breakfast and light lunches on request. Bar skills are essential for entertaining. Previous Experience Prior hands-on experience in private villas is essential. Ideally experience within the yacht industry or hotel industry in waiting/stewarding roles. Housekeeping experience is essential. Experience in high-level establishments such as super-yachts, 5* hotels, or 2 AA rosette restaurants. Must work well as a couple team, both in leadership and supporting roles. Extremely high work standards, self-motivated, proud of your work, conscientious, and highly organised. Previous supervisory experience is highly desirable Main Duties Service: General Creates a warm, friendly, and welcoming atmosphere. Available to answer questions and resolve problems, always aiming to ensure the best possible holiday experience. Knowledgeable about the local area, facilities, and attractions. Assists with arranging leisure activities, restaurant bookings, and day trips when requested. Leads the coordination and resolution of all matters relating to the day-to-day running of the villa. Assigns work within the villa team and ensures staff well-being. Acts as the main point of contact for guests. Oversees and manages household staff. Liaises with the family and guests prior to and during their stay. Provides airport transfers and local transportation as required (multiple cars available). Tech-savvy. Prior experience working with UHNW individuals required. Service: Housekeeping Ensures excellent standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained in and around the villa at all times. Vacuums and/or mops floors and carpets in all rooms and corridors. Refreshes sofa and other cushions. Makes beds and tidies guest bedrooms. Cleans bathroom sanitary ware and surfaces. Cleans interior and exterior windows as required. Carries out evening turndown service during dinner service. Works closely with the team to ensure all rooms are kept clean and presentable throughout the villas. Changes bath and hand towels. Washes and irons small linen items such as napkins, tablecloths, chef’s whites, and tea towels. Washes and polishes all glassware, crockery, cutlery, and pans. Assists with set-up for parties and large dinners in conjunction with the Chef and team. Ensures all household equipment is maintained in excellent condition and arranges repairs or replacements promptly. Service: Meals / Drinks / Other Assists the Chef with meal preparation as required. Serves, clears, and washes up after meals. Prepares breakfast hampers and light lunches and dinners as required. Lays tables, serves, and clears for lunch and dinner, including canapés when required. Sets out and clears coffee and after-dinner drinks in the evening. Stocks and maintains the bar and fridge. Ensures a bowl of fresh fruit is available at all times. Receives, arranges, and maintains fresh flowers weekly. Administration Stocks all drinks and fridges prior to guest arrival and manages ongoing daily food shopping (Chef responsible for food purchasing for large lunches and dinners). Controls spending and manages budgets for food and household supplies. Prepares and maintains an inventory of household equipment as required. Maintains an inventory of all linen and ensures sufficient supply at all times. JOB ID: 204846  Salary: €6,000 NET combined  Accommodation: Provided in a separate local apartment  No pets or dependents Consultant: Archie McClintock 

  • France
  • Permanent
  • €6,000 NPM

Sous Chef Job

Sous Chef Job – Scotland - Sutherland Scottish Highlands Greycoat Lumley's client are seeking Sous Chefs for their locations in the Highlands of Scotland.  You will be part of a team who strive to do the best they can and ensure a memorable experience for all guests.  The properties have nature at its heart, with access to the finest local produce from the sea to the hill, their focus is on providing exceptional food in its simplest form using fresh, local and sustainably sourced ingredients. Candidates can expect open fire cooking, hearty outdoor bothy BBQ experiences, family style dining, seasonal highlights, whilst delivering innovative meals and experiences. The chef team is a close knit, supportive group that is growing who all thrive on continuously pushing boundaries for small groups of discerning guests. Key Responsibilities Implement the culinary vision of the Head Chef in relation to the venue Deliver an interactive “chef’s table” experience for the guests by engaging with them at the point of dish finishing and presentation, explaining each dish and answering their questions Collaborate with the Head Chef in reviewing guest preferences ahead of their planned visit and create dishes and meals that accommodate specific requests, allergies and dietary or faith requirements Discuss with guests on arrival all planned menus and adapt with positivity to any late changes to preferences Partner with Head Chef in the planning of supplies, taking cognisance of the remote location of our venues Build strong relationships with local suppliers in order to access local ingredients of the highest quality Comfortable moving between busy and quiet periods and utilising the latter in a positive way e.g. team development, new menu development etc Supervise the Chef de Partie and other kitchen staff, ensuring that a “one team” approach is always maintained and that everyone works collaboratively to provide the best guest experience, and to support each other Support other parts of the estate as required Embrace the ethos and values of the estate and ensure that direct reports do likewise Behave as a custodian of the carefully crafted culture, taking personal responsibility for engaging positively with all team members and demonstrating respect for their contribution Place a high value on health and safety and encourage others to do likewise To be successful in this role, you will be a passionate chef with proven experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie, ideally within a private Chef environment, or a fine dining ‘Chef’s Table’ set up. You’ll be an excellent team player, warm communicator, confident in interacting with guests and comfortable with the remote nature of a role. The Offer Private Medical Insurance Health Cash Plan Life Assurance Income Protection Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Cycle to Work Scheme Highlife Gym Membership (after qualifying period) Online Clothing Discount Becoming part of estate is an opportunity to make an active and meaningful contribution to a beautiful part of Scotland. Location: Working across multiple sites in the wild north of Sutherland, Scotland. Hours: 48 hours per week; permanent; full time Salary: up to £50,000 GPA Accommodation provided. lesley@greycoatlumleys.co.uk

  • Highland
  • Permanent
  • £50,000 GPA

Part Time House Manager/Cook

Part-Time House Manager/Cook  A busy professional mum is seeking a reliable, proactive Part-Time House Manager/Cook to support the smooth running of a family home shared with two teenage daughters (present every other week). The role combines household management, light administrative support, and family meal preparation. This position offers some flexibility; while a portion of duties must be done in person, certain tasks can be completed remotely. On the weeks when the girls are at home, the successful candidate will prepare a home-cooked family dinner to be served around 6.30pm. Household Management Manage and coordinate other household support, including cleaners and handymen. Keep all household areas tidy and organised. Handle household deliveries (receiving, unpacking, storing). Maintain household subscriptions and inventories for cleaning products and essentials. Monitor and manage household bills, utilities, and renewals. Source and obtain quotes from contractors when needed. Run household errands (returns, post office etc.). Water and maintain indoor plants. Occasional dog walking or pet sitting as required. Cooking & Meal Preparation Prepare home-cooked family dinners every other week (when the girls are home). Batch-cook and keep the freezer stocked with simple, nutritious meals (e.g., chilli, Bolognese, soups). Plan and carry out food shopping. Laundry & Household Upkeep Change and wash bedsheets in preparation for the cleaner to iron. Keep laundry running consistently.   Salary - Self-employed £25 per hour  Hours - 4 hours a day, Monday to Friday from 3 pm - 7pm  Location - NW6    

  • London
  • Permanent
  • £25 per hour
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