A fantastic opportunity for a family cook / household assistant to join a busy private household in the heart of London. The successful candidate will be a confident cook with a warm, can do attitude who enjoys being part of family life.

The family of four includes two young children. Cooking sits at the heart of the role, alongside practical help with the children and the house. A strong cooking background is essential, although this is a family household role rather than a Private Chef position.

You will work alongside an established Housekeeper and Personal Assistant, and the family are hoping to find someone who will stay for the long term. The role is live out and starts as soon as possible.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to

• Taking charge of the family’s day to day cooking, including breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks
• Planning meals around the family’s tastes and nutritional needs, and cooking the Principals’ own recipes when asked
• Batch cooking and preparing ahead to fit around a busy schedule
• Food shopping in person and online, using good seasonal produce from trusted suppliers and local shops
• Keeping the kitchen well stocked and food waste to a minimum
• Adapting meals for allergies and individual preferences
• Cooking for the household team as well as the family
• Getting the boys involved in simple cooking and baking now and then
• Keeping the kitchen clean and organised, with excellent food hygiene
• Helping with the children and running errands when needed

The ideal candidate will

• Have a strong background in practical family cooking (formal chef training is not essential)
• Have a stable work history, ideally with several years in previous roles
• Be confident with school aged children
• Be flexible and happy to turn their hand to whatever is needed
• Be discreet and easy to get on with
• Be comfortable around the family dog
• Hold a valid UK driving licence