Private Chef - Monaco (Live-Out)

Job Overview:

A distinguished private household in Monaco is seeking a talented and health-conscious Private Chef to prepare wholesome, home-style meals with a strong focus on gut and brain health. The Principal prefers clean, nourishing food, not overly rich or restaurant-style,  and values comfort, balance, and flavour over complexity.

The Principal is in residence for roughly six months per year; during these periods, full flexibility is expected. When the Principal is away, duties are significantly lighter and focused on preparation, kitchen organisation, and maintaining readiness.

Requirements:

Candidates without the following will not be considered.

• Fully eligible to work in Monaco or the EU
• Proven experience as a Private Chef in a high-standard private household
• Strong knowledge of healthy, nutrient-rich cooking and dietary balance
• Turkish and Mediterranean cooking experience highly valued
• Ability to create simple, flavourful meals that support overall wellbeing
• Fluent English required; French, Turkish or Russian a strong advantage
• Excellent organisational skills and stock management
• Confident, discreet, and able to work independently
• Passionate about sourcing and using the best organic produce
• Flexible and dependable, with a service-minded approach

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily for the Principal, with flexibility to pre-prepare evening meals when needed
• Provide daily lunch for approximately five household staff
• Create weekly menus inspired by Mediterranean, Turkish, and European cuisines, with a focus on light, nutritious, and easily digestible meals
• Prioritise wellness-focused food over complexity, using only organic, high-quality ingredients
• Oversee grocery shopping, stock replenishment, and pantry organisation
• Maintain a calm, clutter-free, and well-run kitchen, supported by a team who assist with serving and cleaning
• Prepare meals in advance when scheduled days off require it
• Occasionally cater for last-minute guests, keeping a flexible, can-do attitude

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.