Seasonal Private Chef for a Luxury Chalet - EDMAR1164

Prepare fresh, seasonal, nutritious, and beautifully presented meals tailored to the family’s preferences and dietary requirements.

Source the finest-quality ingredients, prioritizing fresh, organic, and locally sourced produce whenever possible.

Plan and execute daily menus, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and healthy snacks.

Prepare and serve meals for family members and guests, including private dinners, special occasions, and larger events.

Maintain the highest standards of taste, presentation, consistency, and food safety.

Design and execute menus for private entertaining and special events.

Coordinate with external caterers and other culinary professionals for larger gatherings.

Source, coordinate, and supervise temporary kitchen or event staff as required.

Ensure a seamless and polished dining experience for the family and their guests.

Work closely with the Lead Chef in the United States to ensure continuity of culinary standards and service across the family’s residential portfolio.

Travel between the family’s residences, primarily within France, with international travel as required.

Adapt menus, sourcing, and kitchen operations to the specific requirements and equipment of each property.

Communicate effectively with household staff and follow the family’s established preferences, protocols, and service standards.

Manage the full culinary process, from menu planning and purchasing to preparation, service, and thorough clean-up.

Maintain well-organized refrigerators, pantries, and food storage areas, ensuring accurate inventory management.

Oversee the care and inventory of tableware, china, silverware, crystal, linens, barware, and glassware.

Maintain an organized inventory of kitchen appliances and equipment, including manuals, specifications, maintenance records, and repair schedules.

Demonstrate proficiency with premium culinary equipment, including Wolf ranges, Kalamazoo grills, and Forno Bravo pizza ovens.

Ensure that all kitchen appliances, work surfaces, and food preparation areas are properly maintained and cleaned daily.

Proven experience as a Private Chef in a high-end private household, supported by verifiable professional references.

Previous experience in Michelin-starred restaurants or other internationally recognized fine-dining establishments is highly desirable.

A combination of fine-dining experience, formal culinary training, and private household service is preferred.

Strong expertise in menu development, seasonal cooking, ingredient sourcing, and refined presentation.

A culinary degree or equivalent professional qualification.

Fluency in both French and English, spoken and written.

Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with exceptional attention to detail.

A positive, professional, and approachable personality.

A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively within an established household team.

The ability to follow direction, respect established procedures, and respond constructively to feedback.

Flexibility, composure, and resourcefulness in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

A genuine understanding of private household etiquette and the ability to anticipate needs while maintaining a discreet presence.

The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a confidential environment and willing to sign a confidentiality agreement.

The ability to interact professionally with the family and guests while remaining unobtrusive when appropriate is critical.

Location: Private residences in France (Courchevel & Saint Tropez), with coordination with the family’s Lead Chef based in the United States.

Travel: Regular travel between residences within France is expected, with international travel and extended stays required as needed.

Schedule: Flexibility is essential, including availability during holidays and for extended periods when required.

Work Authorization: Candidates must already be legally authorized to work in France and ideally in the United Kingdom and the United States.

The position will initially be offered on a 6 months temporary or seasonal basis, with the possibility of developing into a permanent role for the right candidate.

Accommodation can be provided in a newly refurbished staff house located in the neighbouring chalet, with a private bedroom and bathroom and shared living spaces.

Salary negotiable, depending on experience and profile.