Location: Barcelona, Spain during the year& Mykonos, Greece during the summers

Start Date: February 2025 (Trials in January)

Salary: 4,500€ gross per month, negotiable for the right candidate + use of car

Overview

We are thrilled to be working with a warm and welcoming couple seeking an experienced, passionate, and professional Vegan Chef for their private household. Based primarily in Barcelona, with summers spent in Mykonos, this position offers a unique opportunity to showcase your expertise in vegan cuisine while enjoying a dynamic, long-term role, preparing serving (mostly) only lunch time meals.

The ideal candidate is someone who loves creating innovative yet homely vegan meals, enjoys experimenting with new recipes, and thrives in an environment where flexibility and initiative are key. This is a rare opportunity to join a household that values trust, kindness, and balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Cooking:
  • Prepare a three-course vegan lunch, served daily at 2 PM.
  • Occasionally bake breakfast cookies and breads (recipes provided).
• Menu Planning:
  • Design and present a weekly menu for the following week at the end of each week, incorporating/adjusting to feedback from the Principals.
  • Research and experiment with new vegan recipes tailored to dietary preferences.
• Grocery Shopping:
  • Shop 2–3 times per week at local markets and organic stores.
  • Minimize waste by purchasing only what is necessary for recipes, they do not keep stock at home.
• Kitchen Cleaning:
  • Fully clean and organize the kitchen after cooking in Barcelona. In Mykonos, additional household staff are available to assist during busier periods with shopping, prep and cleaning.
• Summer Duties (Mykonos):
  • Prepare breakfast and lunch for the Principals and occasional family guests (6–8 people max, only for a few days at a time).
  • Adapt to occasional BBQs and family-style meals, including light non-vegan preparations like charcuterie and dairy for breakfast and meat cooking for BBQs.

Candidate Profile

• Experienced Vegan Chef:
  • Proven experience in creating delicious and varied vegan meals.
  • Comfortable with low-carb, high-protein, gluten-free, and no refined sugar diets.
• Innovative & Flexible:
  • Eager to experiment with new recipes, adapt menus based on feedback, and keep things fresh with new recipes and rotating favorite dishes etc.
  • Flexible to adjust schedules, particularly during busier summer months.
• Independent & Efficient:
  • Able to manage time effectively, ensuring meals are prepared on schedule.
  • Confident in managing grocery shopping and kitchen cleaning independently.
• Professional & Personable:
  • Well presented, warm and approachable, with a commitment to building a long-term relationship.
  • Open to exploring new options and receiving constructive criticism
  • Good team player to get along with household staff and Principals

Qualifications & Requirements

• Location: Based in Barcelona with the ability to spend summers in Mykonos and the right to live and work in Europe.
• Experience: A strong track record as a vegan chef, ideally within private households or high-end establishments.
• Qualifications: Chef/cooking school qualifications preferred, especially with a focus on vegan cuisine and nutrition
• Flexibility: Adaptable to varying workloads and occasional schedule changes.
• Driver’s License: Preferred.

On Offer

• Salary: €4,500 gross/month (negotiable for the right candidate).
• Additional Benefits: Use of a car while in Barcelona and separate accommodation provided in Mykonos.
• Schedule: Approx. 4–7 hours per day, five days per week. Quiet periods during the couple’s extensive travels, compensated by busier periods when at home.

Application Process

• Trials will take place in January 2024, with a one-week trial period paid at €225/day.
• This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled vegan chef to join a household that values creativity, flexibility, and trust.

Job Reference: PC104

Apply now to embark on a rewarding culinary journey with this wonderful family! You can also email us your CV at [email protected] – We look forward to hearing from you!