Location: Monaco (the candidate must already be located in or near Monaco & have their own transportation)
Salary: Competitive salary based on experience
Schedule: 5 days per week, 10:00am to 08:30pm (flexible depending on family’s plans, travels and availability)
Start Date: Flexible for the right candidate (Trials ASAP)

Overview:

An ultra-high-net-worth family of six in Monaco (2 adults, 2 teenagers, a toddler + nanny) is seeking an exceptionally skilled and experienced private chef to provide gourmet meal services in their household. This is a rare opportunity to join a prestigious, fully staffed and formal household, offering the chance to showcase your expertise in high-end, healthy, and diverse cuisines. The family values creativity, professionalism, and a passion for culinary excellence. Candidates with a proven track record in private households, luxury establishments, or Michelin-starred restaurants will be highly regarded.

This is a great opportunity for a top-tier chef to join an UHNW family and a lovely team for long-term employment in Monaco.

Key Responsibilities:

• Meal Preparation:
  • Create and serve 3 course meals daily, being able to adapt to the family’s request
  • Ensure meals are served punctually
  • Snacks for kids in the afternoon
• Menu Planning:
  • Design diverse menus focusing on Mediterranean cuisine with healthy ingredients, avoiding excessive use of butter and cream.
  • Create weekly or bi-weekly menus in advance and be open to receive guidance and make modifications to ir as per the family’s requests.
• Culinary Excellence:
  • Showcase expertise in gourmet cuisine, emphasizing presentation and flavor.
  • Experience in patisserie for special desserts is highly desirable.
• Kitchen Management:
  •  Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment.
  • Ensure all ingredients and supplies are fresh and of the highest quality.

Candidate Profile:

Experience: Minimum 8–10 years of experience in UHNW households, luxury yachts, or Michelin-starred restaurants.

Culinary Skills: Proficient in healthy, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine with versatility in internationalo Skilled in patisserie and dessert preparation (preferred).

Languages: Fluent English is essential.

• Personal Attributes:
  • Professional, discreet, and adaptable to the family’s preferences.
  • Passionate about delivering exceptional meals with attention to detail.
  • Being an effective communicator with the Principals and the rest of the ream.
  • Being able to confidently and politely ask the Principal’s for feedback and being able to take constructive criticism in a positive way.
  • Knowing and demonstrating the standards of behavior and politeness required in an UHNW formal household.

Requirements:

• Must have own accommodation in Monaco or the surrounding area in a commutable distance. The family will not consider candidates that are not already located in Monaco or nearby.
• Reliable transportation (car or motorbike) . No parking is provided.

On Offer:

• 5-day workweek with flexibility required to accommodate the family’s needs.
• Work Environment: A supportive and respectful household that appreciates creativity and professionalism.

How to Apply:

Applications must include a CV, references, portfolio and a sample menu following the requirements mentioned in this job description. Trials will be organized for shortlisted candidates.

Apply here or email you application to sara@squadplacements.com 🧑‍🍳