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This is an excellent opportunity for a talented chef seeking a rewarding long-term role with a lovely family in Cambridge. A wonderful opportunity has arisen for an experienced, professional and creative Private Chef to join a welcoming family of four based in Cambridge. They have two home, the term time address is based in central Cambridge, and the country property is around 30 minutes south of the city near Linton. This is a brand-new, long-term position ideally suited to a chef with previous private household experience who enjoys preparing fresh, healthy and varied family meals to an exceptional standard. The principals favour healthy, substantial salads and balanced dishes, whilst the children (school age) enjoy more traditional meals centred around carbohydrates, vegetables and protein. Although there are no dietary restrictions, the chef should be confident catering to differing tastes and occasional fussy eaters. Job specification: Planning and creating varied, seasonal menus Preparing nutritious lunches and family dinners daily Leaving breakfast items prepared for the following morning Preparing additional snacks and meals during school holidays Grocery shopping and sourcing the highest quality ingredients from local suppliers Pantry, fridge and cupboard management Utilising home-grown produce when available Catering for occasional dinner parties and family entertaining Providing additional meal preparation for house guests when required Candidate specification: Have proven experience working as a Private Chef within a family household Be passionate about healthy, family-style cooking using fresh, organic ingredients Demonstrate creativity and confidence across a range of cuisines Be highly organised and proactive in managing provisions and household food requirements Possess a professional, discreet and respectful approach, with a strong understanding of household privacy Be flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of a busy family environment Flexibility is essential, as occasional longer hours may be required when the family are entertaining or hosting guests. Time off in lieu will be provided for any weekend work undertaken. DBS check required at offer stage How to apply: Applying for this position: Please email your interest in this position to [email protected] Please ensure you include the reference number for the position you are applying for (found at the top of the advert). For candidates who are not currently registered with Eden Private Staff, please include an up-to-date CV when applying. Applicants for this position should have excellent checkable references and a valid DBS. Please note we only register candidates with a minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role. If applying for a UK based role, please ensure you have the correct right to work documentation as we are unable to support with visa applications or sponsorships.