Private Chef
Overview
A family of three, is seeking a talented, experienced and professional Live-in Private Chef to join their informal household, where high standards and attention to detail are valued.
The position is split between two stunning locations – a rural home in the Finnish countryside over the Spring and Summer, and a residence in Gstaad, Switzerland over the Autumn/Winter.
This is a unique opportunity for a confident, adaptable chef who enjoys preparing fresh, seasonal meals and thrives in a dynamic, yet down-to-earth household environment.
Job duties
Responsibilities of the Private Chef in Finland & Switzerland include:
- Prepare nutritious, well-balanced, and varied meals – breakfast, lunch, and dinner – Monday to Friday, for the family and their Nanny
- Occasionally cook for guests and extended family
- Weekend food prep and planning
- Daily menu discussions with the family
- Ensure the kitchen is clean, stocked and organisedManage inventory, food shopping, collection & online ordering
Candidates must be/have:
- Minimum five years’ experience as a Private Chef in private residences
- Skilled in creating fresh, seasonal, health-conscious meals, and occasional deserts
- Confident with allergen-aware cooking (as there are multiple family allergies and one vegetarian)
- Fluent English speaking
- Fluent Finnish (desirable but not essential)
- Professional, adaptable, discrete, and solution-oriented
- Strong menu planning and kitchen management background
- Excellent time management and attention to detail
- An EU passport holder
- A valid driving licence
- No uniform required, but must be neat and well-presented
- Highly organised with excellent communication skills
- Happy to work around pets, as the family has several large dogs
- Physically fit – both properties have multiple flights of stairs
- Comfortable working independently, but also collaboratively with a broader household team
Accommodation
Live-in position. Private accommodation provided at both residences.
Location
Finland (remote countryside): Spring/Summer.
Gstaad, Switzerland: Autumn and Winter.
Both homes are in peaceful, scenic settings – ideal for someone who appreciates nature and quiet environments.
Hours
Full-time hours, Monday to Friday.
Salary
6,000 – 8,000 CHF per month.
Job ref
CP835: Live-in Private Chef in Finland and Switzerland.
