PRIVATE CHEF – PRIVATE RESIDENCE
We are looking for an experienced and professional Private Chef to work full-time for a family residence in Colombo.
The ideal candidate should be passionate about cooking, well presented, extremely clean and hygienic, and capable of preparing a wide variety of high-quality meals for a family.
COOKING REQUIREMENTS
You should be confident preparing Sri Lankan, Indian, Western, Asian (including Thai and Chinese) and Middle Eastern food.
You should also be able to prepare healthy meals, salads, grilled food and lighter dishes when required.
Experience with baking, breads, cakes, pastries and desserts will be an advantage.
You should be comfortable preparing breakfast, lunch, dinner and occasional snacks, as well as planning menus according to the family's preferences.
PRIVATE EVENTS & ENTERTAINING
The family occasionally entertains guests, so you should be comfortable preparing and presenting food for family gatherings, dinners and private events.
Good food presentation and the ability to prepare restaurant-quality meals at home will be highly valued.
KITCHEN MANAGEMENT
You will be responsible for maintaining a very clean, hygienic and well-organized kitchen.
You should be able to plan grocery requirements, select good-quality ingredients, manage food stocks, monitor expiry dates and minimize unnecessary food wastage.
You must maintain excellent personal hygiene and be willing to follow household standards regarding uniforms, aprons, hairnets and other hygiene requirements.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Previous experience as a Chef, Sous Chef, Chef de Partie, Commis Chef, Pastry Chef or similar position in a good hotel, restaurant or private residence is preferred.
Experience working in a 4-star or 5-star hotel or high-end restaurant will be an advantage.
You should be able to communicate in English, follow recipes and be willing to learn the family's preferred recipes.
You should also be comfortable using a smartphone and online resources such as YouTube and Instagram to learn new recipes and find inspiration.
Most importantly, we are looking for someone who is trustworthy, discreet, well-mannered, flexible and interested in a long-term position with a family.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This is a full-time position with 4 days off per month.
You must be flexible when the family has guests, special dinners or events. There may occasionally be early mornings or late evenings depending on the family's requirements.
SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary is Rs. 100,000 to Rs. 200,000 per month depending on your experience, cooking ability and qualifications. Past Pay Slips maybe required.
Accommodation or an accommodation allowance can be provided if required.
Additional allowances may be provided for outstation or overseas travel.
When the family travels overseas and the chef is not required to travel, paid leave may be provided.
SELECTION PROCESS
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a paid cooking trial.
We are looking for a talented chef who takes pride in their food and would like to build a stable, long-term career working with a private family.
Please apply with your recent photograph, previous work experience and examples or photographs of food you have prepared.
