Summary
We are recruiting on behalf of a UHNW client seeking an experienced cook/stew ideally ex-yacht crew, for their beautiful private estate in Connecticut. The property is around a 45min drive from New York. This is a land-based role, perfect for a Cook/Stew ready to transition ashore into a long-term lifestyle position. The location is beautiful, and you will be part of a vibrant community with an incredible work / life balance.
It is essential you have an American passport or Green Card to be eligible for this role. There is no flexibility with this. The roles will start in September. Initial interviews will by via video and then face to face.
The principal will be in residence for approximately 3-4 months a year split into 2 or 3 visits. During these months the role will be busy working. The remaining 8 or 9 months the roles will be very flexible in terms of working hours and days.
You must be able to turn your hand to a variety of cuisines from European to sushi and everything in between. The emphasis is on fresh, high-quality ingredients cooked well. It doesn’t require Michelin levels of presentation, just good food , sometimes basic but always cooked well, being able to turn your hand and help out with some cleaning, household tasks etc when things are quieter is also welcomed.
Duties include:
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner. The principal eats out so will be out for lunch or dinner on occasion.
- Occasionally cooking for small-scale entertaining (usually 6–8 guests)
- Cooking lunch for the estate staff (5 in total – year-round)
You’ll suit this role if you:
- Have a strong background in private service or luxury yachts
- Are confident across a wide culinary spectrum
- Are used to formal service
- Appreciate a principal who loves good food and shows her appreciation
- Have a positive, outgoing personality
- Doesn’t mind helping out with households tasks / maintenance
