Personal Family Chef

An ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) family based in Point Piper is seeking an experienced and professional Personal Family Chef to join their household team.

This is a non-live-in, full-time role responsible for preparing three meals per day, with flexibility for occasional events or travel. The family enjoys traditional and contemporary Chinese cuisine, along with healthy international dishes. Confidence in Chinese cooking is preferred, though we’re open to candidates who are willing to learn and grow in this area.

• Plan, prepare, and serve daily meals with a focus on Chinese and international cuisine

• Create weekly menus, manage ordering and suppliers

• Keep the kitchen clean, organised, and well-stocked

• Cater for family meals and occasional entertaining

• Maintain discretion and professionalism in a private home

• Work closely with the Chief of Staff and support team

• Provide input into an upcoming kitchen renovation to improve workflow

• Ideally has experience as a Private or Personal Chef

• Background as a Head or Senior Chef in a high-end restaurant or similar

• Strong in Chinese cuisine (or eager to learn)

• Professional, reliable, and takes pride in producing great food

• No ego, no drama — just calm, capable and easy to work with

• Understands the boundaries of working in a private family home

• Speaks Mandarin (a bonus, but not essential)

• Commercial Cookery qualification (Cert III/IV or equivalent)

• Food Safety Certification

• Police Check (or willing to obtain)

• Driver’s licence preferred

• Based in Point Piper, Sydney

• Full-time, non-live-in role

• Flexibility for occasional events and potential future travel

• Opportunity for growth within the family’s broader household network

• Competitive salary based on experience