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Private Chef/Cook
Some of our clients wish to enlist the full time expertise of a Private Chef or Family Cook. This can be a fantastic option for families or individuals who want high quality, healthy food at home every day. A Private Chef will plan meals according to the principal’s dietary requirements and can cater to dinner parties whilst a cook will suit principals who prefer a less formal type of assistance.
A Family Cook’s abilities will range from candidates who provide good family cooking to those who can provide buffet style lunches and parties for up to 40 guests. It is important for you to clarify your requirements early on in your consultation to assist us in providing the most suitable candidates for your selection.
Experience
Chefs will have at least 3 years’ experience working in a similar role.
Qualifications
All Chefs will have up-to-date Health & Safety and Food & Hygiene Certificates to demonstrate practice and knowledge. Many of our Chefs will have been trained in and have experience of working in 5 Star hotels or even in a Michelin Star restaurant. Some of our Chefs will also have formal training and qualifications from either Le Cordon Bleu, Leiths, have a qualification from City and Guilds, a BTEC/HND in Professional Cookery or a Foundation Degree in Culinary Arts.
Live-in salaries
Range from £700+ net per week typically for up to 10-12 hours per day, Monday to Friday
Live-out salaries
Range from £850+ net per week typically for up to a 10 hour day, Monday to Friday
Duties
Duties can include all or most of the following depending on your requirements:
Typical Duties:
Prepare simple and healthy lunches and suppers
Curate the family meal plan according to the client
Take note of any allergies or intolerances and cook accordingly
Create menus for entertaining
Oversee table settings and serving
Kitchen and waiting staff management (if applicable)
Hire waiting staff for formal occasions
Plating on formal occasions
Bake and replenish fresh bread and cakes
Create home made ice cream
Cook and bake for the children
Create Birthday/celebration cakes
Ensure clients never run out of their favorites or necessities
Leave the fridge organised for Chef’s days off
Keep an up-to-date kitchen inventory
Order provisions and keep to budget
Accounting and stocktaking for the kitchen
