Location: Middle East, specific country and city shared under NDA Contract: Full-time Working pattern: Calendar-driven around training, competition, taper, recovery, and off-season Travel: Extensive international travel with the Principal Confidentiality: Strictly confidential; NDA required before further details Oplu is leading the search for a Pro-Performance Chef to join a high-profile private athlete household in the Middle East. This is a newly created role within a small and discreet household team, supporting an elite-level training and competition calendar. The Pro-Performance Chef will own the daily delivery of periodised, macronutrient-targeted meals set by the Principal’s nutritionist and sports scientist, both at home and on the road. This is not a private chef role with a nutrition badge on it. It is a performance-chef position structured around the Principal’s coach, nutritionist, sports scientist, and physiotherapist. The role Design daily menus to macronutrient targets across pre-season, in-season, competition, taper, recovery, and off-season. Manage competition-week nutrition, including carbohydrate loading, hydration strategy, pre-event meals, and post-event recovery. Batch cook, pre-portion, and prepare travel-ready provisions for training facilities and competition venues. Source high-quality proteins, complex carbohydrates, seasonal produce, and functional ingredients, and manage specialist suppliers. Travel internationally with the Principal, often at short notice, researching local sourcing and kitchen facilities in advance. Feed back to the performance team on dietary compliance, appetite, energy, and recovery. Who you are Proven Private Chef or Performance Chef in an elite-athlete, professional sports, or comparable high-performance household environment. Strong working knowledge of sports nutrition and periodised menu delivery. Formal nutrition training welcome, but not essential. Comfortable with extensive international travel at short notice. Discreet, calm under pressure, and comfortable operating as part of a wider performance team. Comfortable signing an NDA before further details are shared. Apply confidentially via Oplu. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Pro-Performance Chef employer: Oplu (formerly Chace People)
Oplu offers an exceptional opportunity for a General Manager at a distinguished luxury heritage resort, where you will lead a passionate team in a vibrant and supportive work culture. With a focus on employee growth and development, the company provides comprehensive training and mentorship, ensuring that you thrive in your role while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a prestigious location known for its rich history and stunning surroundings. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the hospitality industry while enjoying competitive compensation and a fulfilling career path.
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Oplu (formerly Chace People) Recruitment Team
