Private Chef - Healthy, Mediterranean & International Cuisine

About the role

Apt Resources is recruiting an experienced Private Chef for a private family living in Jumeirah Golf Estates. The family wants a dedicated, skilled chef to run the household kitchen and prepare fresh, nutritious, high-quality daily meals for two adults and three young children, all under six years old. Shortlisted candidates must complete a 3-day paid cooking trial.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh, healthy, balanced, high-quality daily meals for two adults and three young children, including age-appropriate, child-friendly meals.
• Demonstrate strong cooking skills in Mediterranean and international cuisines.
• Plan weekly menus according to the family's dietary preferences, nutritional needs and schedule.
• Manage the kitchen budget, purchase, store and organise food supplies, and keep them fresh and organised.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen and follow food safety standards and food handling practices.
• Respect the family's privacy, preferences and household rules, and act professionally and discreetly.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Private Chef, House Chef or Family Chef in a private household.
• Strong knowledge of healthy cooking, Mediterranean cuisine and international dishes.
• Experience preparing meals for young children, ideally under six years old.
• Ability to plan menus, manage kitchen budgets, keep food inventory and shop for groceries.
• Reliable, trustworthy, discreet and able to work independently; good communication skills and professional attitude.
• A UAE driving licence is an advantage.

What we offer

• Monthly salary of AED 9,000 to AED 13,000 depending on experience and skills.
• Employment visa and labour permit provided.
• Medical insurance and 30 days of annual leave.