.For a lovely ultra-high net worth family of three living near Faro, Portugal, we are looking for a permanent experienced Live-in Private Chef. Strong experience in Seafood (including Sushi) as well as Mediterranean cuisine is essential. Separate local accommodation is provided close to beaches. Drivers only, and candidates should be independent and able to relocate. This role is not suitable for those who only have chef experience gained in restaurants or working freelance for families. A minimum of 2-3 years working full time/permanently for a private family is required. The family resides in a stunning contemporary villa consisting of 7 bedrooms and 13 bathrooms set within its own grounds. The property is very high tech and mostly run from a mobile. The main villa has a show kitchen, and in an adjacent house is a large chef's kitchen (great for preparation work), used for meetings and entertaining. The staff consists of a housekeeper, a domestic couple, and contractors to look after the villa. There are no pets. The property is a full-time residence, and the owners are a couple (South African/Portuguese) in their sixties and their son in his late twenties who lives between the UK and Portugal. The father and son frequently travel on business, with the mother remaining at the house. There are normally very few guests staying over during the year, with as many as 30 guests visiting during Christmas. There are dinner parties about once or twice a month with a maximum of 8 guests. There is a strong family structure, and the family meets to have meals together. They often have Sunday lunch or a BBQ (informal buffet style) and frequently go out for dinner and lunch (when the chef is given time off). There are no special diets or allergies, though one person eats lactose-free. Meals are usually discussed and decided the day before. Breakfast is served at around 10 am, lunch around 2:30 pm, and dinner around 8 pm or 8:30 pm. Once served, the family is not disturbed while eating. Breakfast is served and left at the table, lunch is usually left for the family to take when they are hungry, and dinner is more formal. The family loves Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Pan-Asian, Asian cuisines, and British traditional dishes, but no French cuisine. Food is served either family style or plated (no dots of sauces). The family loves all seafood (lobster, clams, prawns, scallops, crabs, oysters, etc.) and a variety of fresh vegetables. The mother eats no poultry or fish, with a preference for red meat, pork, beef, and some lamb. There is more information on who likes what available. The atmosphere is friendly, calm, and laid back, with a little more formality on occasion. The duties of the Private Chef include: Preparing breakfast (fruit, freshly baked pastries, fresh breads, eggs to order, pancakes, etc
