Live-out Family Cook
Overview
A busy family household in Chelsea, London, is seeking an experienced, organised and proactive Live-out Family Cook. The family of four includes two school-aged boys, aged 9 and 11.
The role centres on preparing fresh, wholesome and nutritious family meals, with responsibility for menu planning, food shopping and kitchen organisation. The family are looking for someone who enjoys cooking varied, appealing food for both adults and children and is comfortable working in a busy private household.
The successful candidate will work alongside an established Housekeeper and Personal Assistant and become a trusted, long-term member of the household team.
Job duties
Responsibilities of the Family Cook in Chelsea, London, include:
Cooking and Food Preparation
- Take responsibility for the family’s day-to-day cooking, meal planning and food preparation.
- Prepare healthy, balanced meals and snacks using fresh, high-quality ingredients, catering to the family’s tastes and dietary requirements.
- Plan and prepare breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks as required, including batch cooking.
- Suggest varied menus and new dishes while accommodating requests from the Principals.
- Manage food shopping, including online orders, and source quality ingredients from local shops and trusted suppliers.
- Monitor food stocks, freshness and use-by dates, minimising waste.
- Maintain a clean, tidy and organised kitchen, ensuring excellent food hygiene and safe food storage.
- Involve the children in simple cooking or baking where appropriate.
- Coordinate menus and food requirements with the family and household team.
- Travel with the family to their European home a few times a year during school holidays, continuing to provide meals during their stays.
Candidates must be/have:
- Around 10 years’ experience working in private households, with a strong record of longevity in previous roles.
- A strong background in family cooking and a genuine passion for healthy, nutritious home-cooked food.
- Experience cooking for families with school-aged children.
- Excellent menu-planning, food preparation and kitchen organisation skills.
- A good understanding of nutrition, food hygiene and safe food storage.
- A proactive, organised and dependable approach, with the ability to work independently and use initiative.
- A warm, discreet and professional manner, with respect for household privacy.
- A willingness to travel with the family to their European home a few times a year during school holidays.
Hours
Monday to Friday, 11:00–20:00.
Hours may be adjusted around family travel, with occasional European travel required during school holidays. Accommodation will be provided during travel.
Location
Chelsea, London, UK.
Salary
£55,000 – £60,000 depending on experience, plus discretionary bonus.
Job ref
CP1085: Family Cook for Chelsea, London, UK.
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