Nutrition focussed cook is required for a semi formal large private household in Kensington for Mondays, Wednesday and Friday during term time only - this will be a payroll job on a contract, but to initially start off freelance for at least 3 months and we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. Previous Private household experience is essential.

Days of work: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays. Hours will be approx 12pm - 8pm. The cook needs to be flexible regarding the hours initially whilst the family works out what hours work for them.

Job: To shop, menu plan and prepare healthy afternoon snacks, childrens supper and adult supper and plus prepping/leaving bfast and lunch (plus some snacks/supper) for the days you are not there for 2 adults and 3 children (boys). To also do all kitchen and pantry stock management. The cook will be responsible for keeping the kitchen area, kitchen equipment clean and in working order, report any breakages etc.

Healthy, seasonal, organic food - to be purchased locally from good quality stores Hygiene in the kitchen essential

A professional, discreet, polite and flexible attitude required Friendly, team players required. Clean, tidy and presentable appearance required at all times

To be contracted for approx 42 weeks of the year - during school holidays you will not be needed and will be able to work elsewhere or take as time off (exact weeks/dates TBC in advance).

The candidate MUST like children - the family have three young children, so it is busy and noisy - and it is essential the cook is family friendly

This is a live out role and suitable for someone based in London that really wants a permanent, ongoing part time job but is able to initially start freelance

Hours to be determined once work commences - but most likely to be approx 12/12.30 - 8/8.30pm on the days of work. Initially this will be a freelance, self employed position starting ASAP.

If the cook is offered the full time fixed contract you will be on a a payroll - initially it will be freelance paid by the hour and weekly pay on presentation of your invoice.

DBS required - if you do not have one, you must be prepared for the company to do one on behalf of the client

Social Media check also done for security reasons

Must be able to work with other household staff (housekeepers) and just have a friendly, flexible attitude.

If you are interested please send the below to ella@sugarellacooks.co.uk:-

Available start date
Some sample menus that are health conscious and suitable for a family
Images of food
CV
DBS If you have this
Food hygiene certificate
Short Bio about why you would like this role
Sample menus of things you might cook for this job (the children are not too fussy, but a good wholesome healthy all round diet is required)
You must have at least two contactable references from two people you have worked for before in a private household, recently.
We do not accept any candidates that refuse to release reference information claiming the client is too 'high profile'. If you are unable to provide a reference contact that can be telephoned, please do not apply for this role

Please note that the hourly rate for this role is based around £20-25 per hour, so please do not apply if this is not suitable for your expectations.