Private Chef | Full time | Belfast | Live in or Live out
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for a private chef to work full time (roughly 32 - 40 hours a week). The role is based just outside of Belfast on a gorgeous organic dairy farm. The role is available as a LIVE IN or live out position depending on preference and proximity.
You will be cooking for a really lovely family of 5, with the children ranging in age from 6-9 months. The family are looking to eat a nutritious and healing diet.
You will be working in a beautiful setting. The farm runs a biodigester business, creating alternative fuel and working with wind turbines. They are soon to open a cafe onsite serving nose-to-tail animal foods, as well as use the farm to create a space that people can stay in, so if interested there may be the option of cooking for a larger number of people on occasion.
This is a one-off, incredible opportunity to work in a gorgeous rural setting, not far from Belfast, alongside an inspiring family and team.
You will be providing with training from our Nutritional Therapists and Head chef. Following this you will create your own menus based on nutritionally dense ingredients. You will be expected to purchase and cook with pasture-raised, organic, and wild ingredients.
We are looking for a chef who is either trained or has experience and a strong passion for nutrition. The ideal candidate must be trustworthy, and willing to go the extra mile.
(You must have your own car and be able to drive in Northern Ireland)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Salary: £41,600.00 per year
Schedule:
- Day shift
Application question(s):
- In order to be considered, applicants must submit a portfolio or a selection of 10 images of their own cooking. Without this, we will not consider your application.
- The applicant must have an interest in cooking for health goals/ an interest in Nutrition.
- The applicant must submit a minimum of 2 references in order to be considered
- The applicant must be willing to relocate to Ballywalter, Belfast, Northern Ireland for this role
- To be considered the applicant must submit a cover letter alongside their CV.
Experience:
- Chef: 1 year (preferred)
- Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
- DBS check (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Private Chef | Full time | Belfast | Live in or Live out roles across Biospan's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £35,000 - £40,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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