Travelling Private Chef - Dubai / EU

We are delighted to be working with a returning UHNW British client to recruit a talented and highly experienced Travelling Private Chef. The Principal's primary residence is in Emirates Hills, Dubai, however the family spends considerable time in the UK and Europe, particularly throughout the summer months, and requires a dedicated chef who is equally at home in a villa in Ibiza as they are in a London townhouse or a Dubai estate. This is a truly exceptional opportunity for a polished culinary professional to join a dynamic, fast-paced private household at the very highest level.

Working within a well-established and professional household team, you will provide seamless, exceptional culinary service to the Principals and their four children on a daily basis. You will be expected to work closely with the wider household team to ensure mealtimes are delivered with precision, creativity, and grace.

You will be employed on a UAE contract, offering a tax-free salary. When based in Dubai, you will arrange your own accommodation; when travelling with the family or based in the UK or Europe, accommodation is fully provided. The family are currently based in the UK, moving to Ibiza for the summer, before returning to Dubai later in the year.

Candidates must hold a valid EU or UK passport.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve all daily meals for the Principals and their four children, catering to dietary requirements, preferences, and seasonal menus.
• Plan and execute menus for private entertaining, formal dinners, and social gatherings to an impeccable standard.
• Travel internationally with the Principals and family, providing consistent, high-quality culinary service across multiple residences.
• Source the finest seasonal and locally available produce at each location, building trusted relationships with local suppliers and markets.
• Manage kitchen budgets, grocery procurement, and expense tracking with meticulous attention to detail.
• Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene, kitchen cleanliness, and health and safety at all times.
• Liaise closely with the household team to ensure seamless coordination around mealtimes and events.
• Prepare packed meals, travel catering, and provisions for private and commercial flights as required.
• Adapt menus and service style to suit a variety of settings, from informal family lunches to sophisticated dinner parties.
• Manage kitchen inventories and ensure all residences are properly stocked and equipped ahead of the family's arrival.
• Maintain absolute discretion and confidentiality in all aspects of the role.

Ideal Candidate

• Significant experience as a Private Chef within UHNW private households, with a strong track record of international travel with principals.
• Classically trained with a refined, modern culinary repertoire, confident across a broad range of cuisines and dietary requirements.
• Experienced in catering for families with children, including age-appropriate and nutritionally balanced menus.
• Proven ability to source quality produce globally and adapt seamlessly to new kitchens and environments.
• Holder of a valid EU or UK passport, with full flexibility to travel extensively.
• Exceptionally organised, self-motivated, and able to operate independently within a large household team.
• Immaculate in presentation and professional in manner at all times.
• Proactive, calm under pressure, and highly adaptable to the ever-changing demands of a busy, high-profile household.
• Discreet, loyal, and committed to the highest standards of private service.

Package

• Working schedule: 5 days a week.
• Visa and health insurance provided.
• Accommodation provided when in UK/Europe; candidates arrange their own accommodation when based in Dubai.
• All travel expenses covered when accompanying the Principals.
• An additional $50 per day when outside of the UAE.
• Salary: 30,000 AED per month, tax-free.