PMR Recruitment is urgently seeking an experienced Head Chef for a private family villa, with an immediate start. The successful candidate will initially join on a paid trial until 7th August, with the potential for the role to be extended through October for the right person. The Role

You will be responsible for preparing lunch and dinner for the principals while managing a team of assistant chefs, who are already in place and take care of breakfast service and staff meals. This is a well‑organised household with approximately: 20 guests (12 adults, 7 children) 5 nannies 10–15 household staff The principals enjoy fresh, Mediterranean‑style cuisine with an emphasis on high‑quality ingredients rather than overly elaborate fine dining. Meals should be light, healthy, and consistently well executed.

Typical

Requirements

Lunch and dinner for the Mediterranean cuisine featuring quality fish, meat, and seasonal produce. Three fresh salads served with every meal. Occasionally preparing sushi. Plated meals for the principals.



Sunday lunch is catered externally (traditional paella), with only a light dinner required. The Idóneo Candidate

Highly organised and able to manage their own section efficiently. Experienced in leading and delegating to assistant chefs. Calm under pressure with excellent time management, consistent and detail‑oriented, producing high‑quality food every day while working in a private household environment with discretion and professionalism.

Timing is extremely important within the household, so the successful candidate must be punctual, well organised, and able to deliver meals exactly when required. Package

€350 per day Private accommodation provided (bedroom and private bathroom) Immediate start Paid trial until 7th August Potential to remain in the position until October If you are an experienced private chef available immediately and interested in this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Executive/Head Chef (Madrid)
🏢 PMR Recruitment
📍 Madrid