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Live-in Family Cook & Home Helper (Chelsea)
The Chef Foundation · London
Job description
About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, live‑in cook and home helper to join a family of five in Chelsea. You will be responsible for preparing daily meals, managing the kitchen and supporting the children’s routine in a warm, domestic setting.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare dinner for the whole family, including separate meals for the children when required.
- Plan menus, shop for groceries daily and maintain a well‑stocked pantry.
- Keep the kitchen clean, organised and fully equipped.
- Assist with school pick‑ups, homework support and occasional babysitting.
- Engage in light household duties and play sports with the children after school or at weekends.
- Travel with the family on occasion and ensure safe transport with a full UK driving licence.
Required profile
- Passion for food, reliable, creative and comfortable cooking family favourites, comfort food and children’s meals.
- Strong all‑round kitchen skills, including baking.
- Experience working in a private domestic environment with children and pets.
- Professional behaviour at all times, easy‑going, flexible and willing to “muck in”.
- Possibly studying or wishing to study while working, with ample downtime.
Required skills
- Cooking
- Baking
- Menu planning
- Food shopping
- Childcare
- Full UK driving licence
What we offer
- Salary of £25,000 per year.
- Free 2‑bedroom accommodation (shared with a team member) in the heart of Chelsea, all bills paid.
- 7 days on / 7 days off schedule, average working hours 2 pm‑6 pm.
- Opportunity to travel with the family and to study while employed.
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The Chef Foundation
London