family chef

Job Description: A Family Chef is responsible for planning, preparing, and cooking meals for a household. This role involves creating nutritious and delicious meals, accommodating any dietary restrictions or preferences, and ensuring a high standard of food quality and presentation. The Family Chef may also be involved in grocery shopping, menu planning, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.

Responsibilities:

1. Menu Planning: Develop weekly or monthly menus based on the family's preferences, dietary needs, and special occasions.
2. Meal Preparation: Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner according to the planned menu, considering nutritional balance and taste.
3. Cooking: Utilize a variety of cooking techniques and styles to create diverse and appealing dishes.
4. Grocery Shopping: Purchase fresh and high-quality ingredients, keeping track of inventory and ensuring the kitchen is well-stocked.
5. Dietary Considerations: Accommodate any dietary restrictions, allergies, or preferences of family members.
6. Kitchen Organization: Maintain a clean, organized, and well-equipped kitchen, including proper storage of ingredients and utensils.
7. Special Events: Prepare meals for special events, gatherings, or celebrations as needed.
8. Collaboration: Communicate with the family members to understand their food preferences and any specific requirements.
9. Budget Management: Work within budget constraints while ensuring quality and variety in meals.
10. Food Safety: Adhere to proper food safety and hygiene standards to ensure the health and well-being of the family.

Requirements:

1. Experience: Previous experience as a private chef, family chef, or in a similar role, with a preference for candidates who have also served as a head chef in a restaurant before.
2. Culinary Skills: Proficient in a wide range of cooking techniques and cuisines.
3. Menu Planning: Ability to create balanced and diverse menus that cater to the family's preferences.
4. Communication Skills: Effective communication with family members to understand their food preferences and dietary needs.
5. Time Management: Ability to manage time efficiently, especially during busy periods or special events.
6. Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust menus based on seasonal availability, special occasions, or unexpected changes.
7. Organization: Strong organizational skills to maintain an orderly kitchen and manage inventory.
8. Budgeting: Knowledge of budgeting and cost control to work within specified financial constraints.
9. Food Safety Certification: Familiarity with and adherence to food safety and hygiene standards.

Working hours:

Roughly 7am to 7pm, 6 days a week

Location: Enous