Live-out Family Cook / All-Rounder | Chelsea, London | UK Passport/Right to work in UK only
- Reference:
- CP871
- Category:
- Shore Based Jobs
- Position:
- Villa/Residence Staff
- Salary:
- £55,000 – £60,000, DOE
- Location:
- Chelsea, London
- Job posted:
- July 10, 2025
Live-out Family Cook/All-Rounder
Overview
We are assisting a young family in Chelsea with the search for an experienced and energetic Live-out Family Cook/All-Rounder to join their busy private household on a full-time, live-out basis.
The family of four includes two school-aged boys (7 and 10) and a friendly Cockapoo. With their current chef leaving to open a restaurant and their nanny looking for more hours, they are looking for someone flexible and proactive to support the smooth running of their daily life.
This is a varied and hands-on role for someone who is naturally helpful, efficient, and upbeat.
The Live-out Cook/All-Rounder will work alongside an existing Housekeeper who works 06:30 – 15:30, Monday to Friday.
Job duties
Responsibilities of the Live-out Family Cook/All-Rounder include:
Kitchen management
- Maintain a clean, organised kitchen and dining area
- Shop for fresh, high-quality ingredients and manage stock
- Ensure proper food storage, clear labelling, and minimal waste
- Keep appliances clean and functional, coordinating repairs as needed
- Perform regular deep cleans and handle kitchen tools safely
Culinary responsibilities
- Prepare healthy, family-style meals with a focus on Mediterranean and Asian cuisine
- Plan weekly menus with the parents, using organic, seasonal ingredients
- Shop for fresh, high-quality ingredients from trusted sources and existing suppliers
- Confidently follow and adapt recipes, considering dietary needs and allergies
- Provide daily dinners, snacks, and occasional fresh baking for the family
- Involve children in simple cooking or baking activities, ensuring safe practices
Housekeeping responsibilities
- Provide general support to the Housekeeper (working hours: 06:30 – 15:30) and assist with cleaning, laundry, and household tasks as needed, especially during absence or leave
- Run errands such as dry cleaning, grocery shopping, and managing parcels, deliveries, and returns
- Assist with family routines during busy periods, including homework supervision and bedtime
- support
- Walk the family dog when needed (in addition to the daily dog walker)
- Offer occasional babysitting with prior agreement and maintain a flexible, can-do attitude to support the smooth running of the home
Candidates must be/have:
- A confident family cook with experience preparing gluten-free, nut-free, and child-friendly meals
- Skilled in Asian and Mediterranean cooking
- Highly experienced in private households in a similar position
- A strong sense of initiative, with a muck in/can-do attitude
- A valid driving licence (a car will be provided for work use)
- Helpful, proactive, and personable – someone who enjoys supporting a busy family life
- Fluent English required
Hours
Monday to Friday, 11:00 – 20:00.
No travel is required.
Location
Chelsea, London.
Salary and benefits
£55,000 – £60,000, DOE + discretionary bonus.
Job ref
CP871: Live-out Family Cook/All-Rounder in Chelsea, London.
Work Experience Requirements:
All applicants must have previous experience in working on a Yacht.
Language Requirements:
Good knowledge of the English language is required.
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