We have a vacancy for a reliable part time Private Chef or Cook to cater for a family at their home in Central London. Working a 5-day week Monday to Friday duties will include shopping for, preparing and cooking an evening meal for a family of 5, the children may sometimes eat early. Meals are simple, fresh and healthy and the family enjoy Mediterranean, Asian and Modern British food. This may include ocassional dinner parties and family events. There are no special dietary requirements.
You will be responsible for planning menus, shopping and cooking and will be expected to keep your kitchen clean and well organized at all times. You must have strong all-round kitchen skills, including baking, be flexible, even tempered and comfortable working in a domestic environment with children. There is no daily budget but you will be expected to manage the kitchen accounts responsibly and will be accountable for all kitchen purchases, standards throughout are high. There is a well-equipped domestic kitchen.
We are looking for someone with a passion for food, highly creative but equally happy making comfort food, capable of producing a balanced 2 course dinner, well-presented meals and a varied weekly menu The ideal candidate with have several years experience working in the private sector with appropriate professional qualifications and excellent references.
Although you will be working in an informal family environment professional behaviour is required at all times.
Interview will include a cooking trial.
This position is subject to a full DBS check.
Approximate Hours: 4.00 to 7.30pm
Salary: £15 an hour
Location: Central London