An ultra-high-net-worth private household seeks an exceptional Private Holistic Chef to operate on a one week on / one week off rota, supporting the family across multiple residences internationally. This is a highly discreet, senior culinary role for a chef who understands that food is not only nourishment, but a strategic pillar of health, performance, and longevity. The successful candidate will deliver a seamless, high level culinary experience, grounded in holistic nutrition, seasonality, and medicinal intelligence, while remaining creative, refined, and impressive. Culinary Philosophy & Creative Standard The chef will be responsible for producing health focused cuisine that is seasonal and therapeutically informed. All food must be prepared using only the highest-quality organic and biodynamic sourced ingredients. The role demands a chef who: Maintains trusted relationships with the best local farmers, growers, and artisans Knows exactly where to source exceptional produce in each location Designs menus that feel unexpected and exciting while delivering measurable health benefits The cuisine should consistently integrate: Fermented and cultured foods to support microbiome health Adaptogenic ingredients to enhance resilience, stress response, and balance Gut-supportive, anti-inflammatory preparations Climate-responsive menus, adapting to geography, season, and travel demands Herbal infusions, broths, tonics, and functional accompaniments The chef must be able to wow, creating dishes that are subtle yet memorable, nourishing yet indulgent. Scope of Cooking The chef will oversee all culinary offerings and various diets during on-duty weeks, including but not limited to: Daily breakfasts: restorative, energy-supporting, digestion-friendly morning offerings Lunches and dinners: refined, seasonal, nutritionally intelligent meals Daily Baked goods: health-conscious breads, pastries, and baked items using alternative flours and low-impact sweeteners where appropriate Weekend Desserts: holistic, low-toxic, nutrient-aware desserts that feel indulgent while supporting wellness goals Snacks and functional foods: Protein bites Energy snacks Fermented snacks Adaptogenic treats Travel-friendly and on-the-go nourishment All offerings should align with the family's wellness objectives while maintaining an elevated culinary standard. Key Responsibilities Full responsibility for menu planning, preparation, and execution Tailor meals to individual preferences, diets and sensitivities Apply Ayurvedic principles, including dosha balance, agni support, warming vs cooling foods, and food combining, where possible Prepare fermented foods, broths, tonics, elixirs, and functional accompaniments Source and manage only the highest-grade organic and biodynamic ingredients Liaise directly with local farmers, markets, and specialist suppliers Travel with the family between residences and adapt seamlessly to varying kitchens Maintain immaculate kitchen standards, organisation, and discretion Work calmly and intuitively within a private household environment Candidate Profile This role requires a rare calibre of chef. Technically excellent, nutritionally literate, and intuitively refined. Essential Requirements: Professionally trained chef with exceptional culinary standards Formal education or extensive experience in nutrition (nutritionist qualification strongly preferred) Deep knowledge of: Functional and holistic nutrition Ayurvedic cooking and food energetics (where possible) Fermentation and gut health Seasonal, local, and regenerative food systems Absolute discretion, emotional intelligence, and professionalism Flexibility and comfort with international travel and rota work Highly Desirable: Previous experience in UHNW private households Background in wellness retreats, longevity clinics, or luxury holistic environments, where possible Knowledge of herbalism, adaptogens, and traditional medicinal food systems, where possible Compensation & Benefits Exceptional compensation package, reflective of experience and calibre All travel expenses covered Opportunity to work at the highest level of private holistic cuisine Long-term, stable position within a wellness-focused household Working Pattern One week on / one week off rota International travel required Full autonomy and responsibility while on rotation TPBN1_UKCT
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