Background

On-behalf of our client in Ghana, we are seeking a professional, reliable, and experienced Personal Chef to manage daily meal planning and preparation for a private household. The ideal candidate will also take responsibility for maintaining cleanliness and functionality of the kitchen and assist with light household maintenance tasks. A passion for culinary excellence, organization, and home upkeep is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Culinary Duties
  • Plan and prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals based on household preferences, dietary requirements, and seasonal ingredients.
  • Create weekly menus in consultation with the employer or head of household.
  • Prepare meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and occasional entertaining events or special occasions.
  • Manage grocery shopping, inventory, and proper food storage.
  • Ensure all meals are presented in an appealing and timely manner.
  • Cater to specific dietary needs, allergies, or food intolerances (if any).
• Kitchen Management & Household Maintenance
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked kitchen.
  • Ensure all kitchen equipment and appliances are in good working order; arrange for repairs or servicing when needed.
  • Sanitize kitchen surfaces, sinks, and tools after each use and follow best practices in food hygiene.
  • Manage pantry organization and monitor expiration dates.
  • Handle light household errands such as picking up dry cleaning, managing deliveries, or assisting with setting up for small gatherings.
  • Coordinate with other domestic staff (if applicable) to ensure a smooth household.
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Supervise or assist with training of support staff or domestic assistants.
  • Provide simple table service during formal or informal meals.
  • Prepare snacks and lunch-boxes for children or other family members.
  • Assist with household inventory management (cleaning supplies, kitchen tools, etc.)

Candidate Profile

• Qualifications and Experience
  • Proven experience as a private/personal chef or in a similar culinary role.
  • Culinary certification or professional training is preferred.
  • Knowledge of diverse cuisines and dietary trends (local, international, vegetarian, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of kitchen safety, hygiene standards, and food handling.
  • Good physical stamina and the ability to lift and move kitchen supplies.
  • High attention to detail, cleanliness, and presentation.
  • Ability to maintain discretion, confidentiality, and a respectful demeanor at all times.
• Personal Attributes
  • Trustworthy and reliable
  • Respectful of privacy and family routines
  • Flexible, adaptable, and proactive
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Pleasant personality with strong interpersonal communication

Benefits

• Accommodation
• Travel Tickets
• Annual Leave (11 months in / 1 month out)
• Work Permit
• Competitive Salary, based on experience

• Plan and prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals based on household preferences, dietary requirements, and seasonal ingredients.
• Create weekly menus in consultation with the employer or head of household.
• Prepare meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and occasional entertaining events or special occasions.
• Manage grocery shopping, inventory, and proper food storage.
• Ensure all meals are presented in an appealing and timely manner.
• Cater to specific dietary needs, allergies, or food intolerances (if any).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked kitchen.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment and appliances are in good working order; arrange for repairs or servicing when needed.
• Sanitize kitchen surfaces, sinks, and tools after each use and follow best practices in food hygiene.
• Manage pantry organization and monitor expiration dates.
• Handle light household errands such as picking up dry cleaning, managing deliveries, or assisting with setting up for small gatherings.
• Coordinate with other domestic staff (if applicable) to ensure a smooth household.
• Supervise or assist with training of support staff or domestic assistants.
• Provide simple table service during formal or informal meals.
• Prepare snacks and lunch-boxes for children or other family members.
• Assist with household inventory management (cleaning supplies, kitchen tools, etc.)

• Knowledge of diverse cuisines and dietary trends (local, international, vegetarian, etc.)
• Strong understanding of kitchen safety, hygiene standards, and food handling
• Good physical stamina and the ability to lift and move kitchen supplies
• High attention to detail, cleanliness, and presentation
• Ability to maintain discretion, confidentiality, and a respectful demeanor at all times
• Trustworthy and reliable
• Respectful of privacy and family routines
• Flexible, adaptable, and proactive
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Pleasant personality with strong interpersonal communication

• Proven experience as a private/personal chef or in a similar culinary role
• Culinary certification or professional training is preferred