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Private Household Chef

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Employer and vacancy source: Private

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  • EmployerPrivate
  • LocationLusaka
  • Employer websitezambiajobalerts.com
  • Application methodEmail application
  • Listing sourceZambia Job Alerts
Job facts

Key details for this vacancy

Employer
Private
Location
Lusaka
Posted
August 5, 2026
Job type
Full Time
Category
Other
Application method
Email application
  • Full Time
  • Lusaka

Website Private

Job description

Job Vacancy – Full-Time Private Household Chef

Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Employment Type: Full-Time (Private Household)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: Competitive and negotiable, depending on experience

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated, experienced, and compassionate Private Household Chef to prepare nutritious, high-quality meals for a family of 5 with specific dietary and medical requirements. This is a long-term position for someone who is passionate about healthy cooking and takes pride in creating delicious meals while following dietary guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and prepare daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and healthy snacks).
  • Develop varied weekly menus that meet specific dietary requirements.
  • Prepare meals suitable for:
    • Diabetes
    • High blood pressure (low sodium)
    • Gout (low purine)
  • Grocery shopping and maintaining kitchen stock.
  • Ensure the kitchen is clean, organised, and hygienic at all times.
  • Store food safely and minimise waste.
  • Adapt recipes to suit changing dietary needs and preferences.
  • Occasionally prepare meals for family members or visitors.

Requirements

  • Previous experience as a private chef, personal chef, or professional chef.
  • Experience preparing healthy or medically tailored meals is highly desirable.
  • Strong understanding of balanced nutrition and healthy cooking techniques.
  • Knowledge of diabetic-friendly, low-sodium, and low-purine cooking is an advantage.
  • Excellent food hygiene and kitchen management skills.
  • Trustworthy, reliable, professional, and discreet.
  • Ability to work independently and manage meal planning.
  • Valid references from previous employers.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Culinary training or professional chef certification.
  • Food Safety/Hygiene Certificate.
  • Experience working in private households, executive homes, healthcare, or hospitality.

Working Hours

To be discussed with the successful candidate. (i.e Monday to Friday or Monday to Saturday)

To Apply

Please send:

  • Your CV
  • A brief introduction about yourself
  • Details of your cooking experience
  • Two contactable references
  • Photos of meals you have prepared (optional but encouraged)

To this email: lsimatyaba@gmail.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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