Private Chef – UHNW Family (UAE)
ONLY CANDIDATES ALREADY BASED IN DUBAI WITH THEIR OWN VEHICLE SHOULD APPLY.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Private Chef to join a high-profile, family-oriented household in the UAE. The role requires a refined, flexible, and creative chef who can deliver restaurant-quality cuisine for a household of 2 adults and 4 children, while adapting to travel and changing schedules.
The ideal candidate will have strong European and international culinary roots, experience working with HNW/UHNW families, and the ability to manage menus, sourcing, preparation, and service to exceptional standards.
Key Responsibilities
Cooking & Preparation
- Consistently prepare high-end, restaurant-quality meals with excellent taste and presentation.
- Serve typically lunch and dinner daily, with longer days including breakfast when required.
- Use only organic, high-quality, and approved ingredients.
- Prepare special dietary meals including Keto, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, and children-friendly menus.
- Bake and create engaging, nutritious food for children.
Family Preferences & Menu Planning
- Maintain detailed records of family preferences, favourite recipes, and ingredients for consistency.
- Create weekly menus combining staples, favourites, and innovative dishes.
- Communicate with the family to confirm selections in advance and ensure timely preparation and sourcing.
- Ensure continuity so another chef can step in smoothly on days off or during absence.
Shopping & Stock Management
- Shop for the freshest organic ingredients, building menus around seasonal and exceptional products.
- Conduct daily inventory of pantry and perishables.
- Remove expired items immediately and ensure strict food safety standards.
- Avoid over-purchasing and minimise waste.
Service & Kitchen Management
- Work closely with the Butler / Service Manager to ensure smooth service.
- Step in to serve meals personally when required.
- Maintain the kitchen, fridges, freezers and storage areas in immaculate, organised condition.
- Wash dishes and clean all food preparation areas thoroughly.
- Provide feedback to improve household service standards and protocols.
Candidate Profile
- 3–5+ years’ experience as a Private Chef for HNW families with children.
- Strong background in European and international cuisine (preference for European-trained chefs).
- Confident cooking refined yet simple food at a consistently high standard.
- Experience with dietary requirements (Keto, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, children’s nutrition).
- Flexible with days and hours based on family needs.
- Willing and able to travel with the family to residences and holidays.
- EU passport preferred, with the right to work in the UAE.
- Organised, discreet, calm under pressure and service-driven.
Employment Terms (UAE Local Hire – Live Out) Candidates must already be located in Dubai and have accommodation of their own.
- JOB ID:201272
- A discretionary Bonus annually
- An allowance of home leave of 2500 AED paid on the 13th month and thereafter annually (26th and so on)
- This is a local UAE hire though a UAE payroll entity (Live out, own vehicle required (mileage reimbursed) for shopping and company credit card provided for this) Visa transfers/ re applications are possible
- 5 day week Line staff payment of overtime after 8 hours as per UAE law (this role is exempt)
- 2 time daily collection / drop off service from nearest metro station (N/A)
- Consultant – Archie@greycoatlumleys.co.uk
Candidates must have Portfolio of 15/20 images showcasing their cooking ability as well as family and children’s menus ready to send.
Why This Role?
This is a rare opportunity to work closely with a prestigious family, delivering refined cuisine in a respectful, professional household environment, with excellent remuneration and long-term stability.