Private Chef (Luxury Events)

Villa Kitchen | Dinner Club Concierge | Luxury Conscious Travel is a chef-led collective dedicated to creating intimate, high-end dining experiences at villas, estates, and design-forward spaces. This innovative company combines culinary excellence with ethical sourcing practices, working closely with BIPOC and Indigenous growers, fisherfolk, and artisans to craft menus that highlight cultural food stories. Their commitment to provenance and sustainability makes them stand out in the luxury travel and dining industry. They focus on refined, modern menus that celebrate origins and craftsmanship in every dish prepared. As a leading force in private dining, Villa Kitchen operates as a Dinner Club Concierge, offering exclusive events that prioritize hospitality, artistry, and connection through food.

The role offered is perfect for disciplined, ambitious chefs with a passion for hospitality and an eye for beautiful, detailed presentations. The selected candidate will be part of a dynamic kitchen team producing seasonal, multi-course menus designed to spotlight ingredient origins and craft, including accommodations for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets when needed. Responsibilities include sourcing ingredients responsibly by building relationships with small farms and specialty purveyors, writing provenance cards for dishes, and leading the execution of events from tastings and preparation through to packing, plating, and service. This position requires a strong sense of ownership, precision in mise en place, timing, and consistency in plating to maintain high standards throughout service.

In addition to culinary duties, the chef will curate tabletop details, such as handcrafted ceramics and linens, to enhance the ambiance and overall guest experience with editorial luxury. They will manage small event teams when necessary, setting kitchen standards and timelines, while also maintaining rigorous food safety, event costing, and post-event wrap-up, including inventory control and feedback notes. Representing the Villa Kitchen brand with warmth and professionalism in all client communications is essential.

Ideal candidates are systems-minded chefs who excel under pressure, love storytelling through food, and seek continuous growth. They are calm, coachable, and gracious hosts equally comfortable behind the pass or engaging with guests. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute creatively and professionally to a team that values provenance, cultural narratives, and exceptional hospitality within the luxury travel sector.