Job Description

Educated Households is a higher-tier household staff agency, based in London, placing élite educated private staff with VIP & UHNW families in the Middle East and worldwide:

On behalf of our prestigious Clients based out in Qatar, we are seeking an exceptionally-talented Private Chef specialised in Arabic Classics, with a high-end hospitality background, having honed their skills at go-to 5-star or 7-star eateries, who will be in charge of making supremely-palatable dishes from scratch deeply rooted into the Arabic tradition, for a VVIP Principal in Doha, Qatar.

The Private Chef will report to the Executive Chef and to any representatives handpicked by the Principal.

The Private Chef has to have an undeniable passion for Arabic dishes and culinary craftsmanship. The Private Chef's exemplary cooking must showcase a global tour of exquisite Arabic Classics, such as Lebanese & Syrian cuisines, - as well as must-have Qatari specialities -, and many more Arabic-inspired dishes known worldwide.

It would be advantageous for this Private Chef to come along their own Sous-Chefs & brigade, as long as the latter has proven superior experience in curating succulent Arabic dishes for VIP & UHNW families, with prior experience gained within high-end hospitality. The Private Chef who will supervise this culinary team will gear the whole team into offering à-la-carte menus & yet will not be fazed by impromptu meal requests.

The Chef and the brigade required must have an exceptional eye for detail, for all things within the remit of Arabic Classics, will have to both hold onto the Arabic tradition when it comes to crafting dishes but will also have to be supremely creative.

The individual(s) sought have to be able to create menus that will marry family's favourites whilst crafting child-friendly dishes that will make a long-lasting memorable dining experience to adults, children and to formal & informal guests.

At times, the whole culinary team will have the ability to get involved in al-fresco dining, depending on the venue, bearing in mind that menus might be served on any of the properties owned by the family.

Throughout the tenure of this role, the ultimate Private Chef will have a definite input in the Arabic-led culinary affairs (often in a fast-paced environment) must be able to optimally supervise the kitchen staff under their responsibility, whilst being adequately adept at motivating them, training the staff under their supervision into abiding by the profession's safety and hygienic standards.

Adhering to confidentiality is non-negotiable in this role as the Principals do value their privacy.

The role is start ASAP.

Requirements

Experience with UHNW and VVIP Principals.

Experience reporting to Executive Chefs or Head Chefs in high-end hospitality.

Outstanding culinary expertise in Arabic Classics.

Strictly adhering to all kitchen's protocols.

If need be, writing and implementing SOP Manuals (Standard Operational Procedures) for Arabic Classics and specialities.

Delivering culinary craftsmanship and ultimate efficiency.

Experience in leading teams specialised in Lebanese, Syrian, Qatari and in any other Arabic food.

Seamlessly leading a culturally-diverse kitchen team.

Checking food operations in their department.

Checking inventories.

Promoting an orderly and hygienic kitchen.

Rolling out new Arabic-driven culinary experiences for the Principal(s) & the children.

Maximising guest experience.

Skills Required

A minimum of 5 years' experience in this role.

Teaching culinary skills and mentorship experience.

Culturally aware.

An eye for detail, being meticulous and highly organised.

Diplomatic skills.

Excellent communicator.

Approachable & supportive.

Not being fazed by last-minute arrangements.

Acting graciously under pressure.

Experience executing and delivering top-of-the-crust service to VIP & UHNW stakeholders.

Benefits

Versatility in the role.

Interacting with different stakeholders.

Salary on par with experience and other perks will be discussed in the second rounds of interviews.

Please, indicate your location & availability whilst applying.

Whats next?: if interested, please send your CV, cover letter, portfolio and any visual(s) showcasing your 5-star Arabic Classics to:

Please, bear in mind that, whenever possible, we aim at giving feedback to relevant Applicants provided that the Clients do so.

Only candidates fitting this brief will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.