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Winch Yacht Recruitment

Executive/Head Chef in Switzerland

Start date : 1st May 2026

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Position Galley > Executive/Head Chef

Vessel Type Shore Based Position

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 25th Feb 2026

Job ID #3909773

Summary

PERMANENT LIVE-OUT CHEF

Location: Zurich, Switzerland

Start: Early May

Salary: DOE Negotiable

Days: Mon- Fri

EU Driver Licence

EU Passport

Clients Requirement: No Pork

We are currently seeking an experienced Private Chef for a family in Zurich to start in May. The day to day chef will be responsible for preparing a light lunch and dinner for the principals and their nanny. The family are looking for balanced and healthy Mediterranean style meals, with a particular focus on Greek, Turkish and Italian dishes. They enjoy a variety of local, high-quality meats, vegetables and fish, however, they do not eat pork. Lunch can be prepared in advance and left ready for the clients to reheat.

The chef must be confident cooking high-end meals for up to 10 people, as the family host regular dinner parties and have family to stay over the summer. The ideal candidate will also have experience laying the table beautifully for dinner parties. This is a Monday-Friday position with no travel required. You will be responsible for all menu planning and food shopping. Driving is required to get to nearby shops, accommodation is not provided.

Please note that you must hold an EU passport.


Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • Schengen/ Visa-Free Exemption (or EU Resident)

Essential Qualifications

Food & Hygiene Qualifications
  • Food Hygiene (HABC Level 2)

Location

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  • Homeport Switzerland
  • Destination Switzerland
  • Current Location Switzerland

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