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Private Chef On-call for weekends

Job Description - Private Chef On-call for weekends

Private Chef - On-Call Weekends

Geneva  ·  Private Residence  ·  On-Call

  • Location: Geneva, Switzerland

  • Employment type: On-call contract

  • Schedule: Weekends, as required; frequency may vary according to the family's needs

  • Daily rate: To be discussed

  • Accommodation: Live-out

  • Start date: ASAP

  • Uniform: Mandatory – professional attire required during service hours

  • Job ID-497


ABOUT THE ROLE

Heritage Staffing is assisting a distinguished private client in Geneva in completing their fully staffed household. We are seeking an experienced Private Chef on an on-call basis to prepare the family's meals on selected weekends, ensuring continuity with the household's full-time culinary service.

The household operates in a semi-formal, high-standard environment. This hands-on role requires a deep understanding of refined, family-style cuisine, the ability to work autonomously and to collaborate smoothly with the household team, with flexibility, precision and discretion.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Prepare lunch and dinner on scheduled weekend days, tailored to the family's tastes and habits.

  • Deliver healthy, balanced and flavourful meals, international and family-style, beautifully presented.

  • Coordinate with the Principals to finalise daily menu selections.

  • Prepare simple, nutritious meals for staff on duty.

  • Maintain an impeccably clean and organised kitchen, leaving it ready for the following service.

  • Occasionally handle purchasing and restocking when required.

  • Ensure compliance with all food safety and hygiene regulations.

  • Assist with occasional informal entertaining or small dinner gatherings.


CANDIDATE PROFILE


  • Minimum 5 years' experience as a Private Chef in a high-standard private residence or five-star hospitality setting.

  • Confident in preparing international cuisine, with a focus on fresh, seasonal and health-conscious meals.

  • Experienced in menu planning, kitchen management and service routines in a private setting.

  • Fluent French; English B2.

  • Available on weekends, with a frequency that may vary.

  • Swiss-based or holder of a valid Swiss work permit.


PERSONAL QUALITIES


  • Discreet, professional and adaptable.

  • Calm under pressure and solution-oriented.

  • Highly organised with strong time management.

  • Positive attitude and excellent communication skills.

  • Comfortable working closely with a family and a broader household team.


Please apply only if your experience aligns with the requirements of this role and you are either based in Switzerland or hold a valid Swiss work permit. Thank you for your understanding.

 
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Heritage Staffing, Inc.

SECO-licensed recruitment agency in Geneva. Private household & family office staffing in Switzerland. Trusted by UHNW families for over 15 years.

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