Leaman Consulting
Liphook, Hampshire
Private Live-In Chef - Hampshire (Liphook) ASAP Start £70K GPA Live-In Driver Essential International & Domestic Travel We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and adaptable Private Live-In Chef to join a warm and informal family in Liphook, Hampshire. This is a wonderful opportunity for a capable and confident chef with a private household or yacht background who thrives in a busy, ever changing environment.The family has enjoyed the support of a chef previously but are now looking for the right long term fit, someone with a positive, can do attitude, who is child and pet friendly, and who can work with flexibility and initiative. The Role Based at the family's main residence in Liphook, you will cook for the principals (2 adults + grandfather), extended family, and regular guests. Numbers range from 3-4 daily to up to 20 when entertaining, so the chef must remain calm under pressure and adaptable to changing requirements. The role is hands-on with a strong emphasis on homemade, high-quality food: breads, baking, sausage rolls, cold cuts, roasts, chutneys, as well as vibrant family style dishes and elegant dinners when entertaining. Menus will be varied and seasonal, drawing inspiration from Ottolenghi, Gold (Notting Hill), Asian, and Mexican influences, alongside classic British staples. The family particularly values chefs who show initiative, can create menus around what is available and who will utilise the kitchen garden to its full potential. Responsibilities Planning and preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner (flexible schedule depending on guests in residence). Preparing children's meals (ages 3, 4, 7) - healthy, varied, and child friendly. Weekly menu planning, provisioning, and stock rotation. Maintaining exceptional kitchen hygiene and organisation across both the family kitchen and the chef's kitchen. Ensuring food is well prepared in advance for days off (freezer/fridge stocked as required). Flexibility to cater for events, parties (e.g. birthdays), holidays, and large gatherings. Travel & work over holidays with the family, particularly to Cannes in July & August, as well as for Christmas, Easter, New Year, and other occasions. Schedule & Structure 5 days on / 2 days off (Usually Tues & Wed off) All family holidays, celebrations, and peak seasons are worked, with time off in lieu provided. Accommodation & Package A flat isprovided on the estate, separate from the main house (1-bedroom, furnished, well behaved pets considered). Salary: £70,000+ GPA (depending on experience). Car provided for work purposes. International and domestic travel required. The Family & Household Informal, welcoming household with 2 principals, grandfather, children & grandchildren, and extended family. Support team includes a live in couple, 2 housekeepers an estate grounds team. No staff meals required. Candidate Requirements Proven private/yacht chef background with checkable written references. Strong organisation, initiative, and flexibility, able to adapt from intimate meals to large scale entertaining. Must be child friendly and happy to involve the children with occasional baking and kitchen activities on occasion. Excellent knowledge of food hygiene and safety. DBS Enhanced Check. Driver essential (car provided for work use only). Please note that we cannot guarantee a response to every application
Private Live-In Chef - Hampshire (Liphook) ASAP Start £70K GPA Live-In Driver Essential International & Domestic Travel We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and adaptable Private Live-In Chef to join a warm and informal family in Liphook, Hampshire. This is a wonderful opportunity for a capable and confident chef with a private household or yacht background who thrives in a busy, ever changing environment.The family has enjoyed the support of a chef previously but are now looking for the right long term fit, someone with a positive, can do attitude, who is child and pet friendly, and who can work with flexibility and initiative. The Role Based at the family's main residence in Liphook, you will cook for the principals (2 adults + grandfather), extended family, and regular guests. Numbers range from 3-4 daily to up to 20 when entertaining, so the chef must remain calm under pressure and adaptable to changing requirements. The role is hands-on with a strong emphasis on homemade, high-quality food: breads, baking, sausage rolls, cold cuts, roasts, chutneys, as well as vibrant family style dishes and elegant dinners when entertaining. Menus will be varied and seasonal, drawing inspiration from Ottolenghi, Gold (Notting Hill), Asian, and Mexican influences, alongside classic British staples. The family particularly values chefs who show initiative, can create menus around what is available and who will utilise the kitchen garden to its full potential. Responsibilities Planning and preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner (flexible schedule depending on guests in residence). Preparing children's meals (ages 3, 4, 7) - healthy, varied, and child friendly. Weekly menu planning, provisioning, and stock rotation. Maintaining exceptional kitchen hygiene and organisation across both the family kitchen and the chef's kitchen. Ensuring food is well prepared in advance for days off (freezer/fridge stocked as required). Flexibility to cater for events, parties (e.g. birthdays), holidays, and large gatherings. Travel & work over holidays with the family, particularly to Cannes in July & August, as well as for Christmas, Easter, New Year, and other occasions. Schedule & Structure 5 days on / 2 days off (Usually Tues & Wed off) All family holidays, celebrations, and peak seasons are worked, with time off in lieu provided. Accommodation & Package A flat isprovided on the estate, separate from the main house (1-bedroom, furnished, well behaved pets considered). Salary: £70,000+ GPA (depending on experience). Car provided for work purposes. International and domestic travel required. The Family & Household Informal, welcoming household with 2 principals, grandfather, children & grandchildren, and extended family. Support team includes a live in couple, 2 housekeepers an estate grounds team. No staff meals required. Candidate Requirements Proven private/yacht chef background with checkable written references. Strong organisation, initiative, and flexibility, able to adapt from intimate meals to large scale entertaining. Must be child friendly and happy to involve the children with occasional baking and kitchen activities on occasion. Excellent knowledge of food hygiene and safety. DBS Enhanced Check. Driver essential (car provided for work use only). Please note that we cannot guarantee a response to every application
