Managing Director | M Luxury Hospitality, Household & Corporate Executive Search
Location: West of Ireland
Position Type: Full-time - Live-in
Salary: Negotiable, based on experience
Position Overview
M Recruitment is seeking a highly skilled and discreet Private Personal Chef to provide customized, high-quality meals in a private home. The ideal candidate will create menus tailored to the client’s dietary needs, preferences, and schedule, using fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients. This position requires culinary expertise, strong organizational skills, and a passion for hospitality. This private residence has its own Herb and Vegetable Gardens
Key Responsibilities
* Plan, prepare, and cook daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks) tailored to individual tastes and dietary requirements
* Create weekly or seasonal menus with variety and creativity
* Shop for groceries and maintain pantry inventory (including sourcing specialty items)
* Ensure food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene standards are met in the kitchen at all times
* Prepare meals for special events, dinner parties, or guests as needed
* Clean and maintain kitchen equipment and workspace
* Manage catering for small events or celebrations held at the home
Qualifications & Experience
* Minimum 3–5 years of professional cooking experience, ideally in fine dining or private households or at a high end hospitality property
* Culinary degree or professional chef training preferred
* Strong knowledge of a range of cuisines and dietary approaches (e.g., Mediterranean, plant-based, paleo)
* Ability to work independently and handle feedback with professionalism
* Discreet, respectful of privacy, and trustworthy
* Valid driver’s license
* Garda Vetting or background check required
Excellent salary with a 5% pension contribution
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