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Private Chef Jobs in Families in Sweden – Stockholm

Home Staff International offers professional private chef jobs in high‑net‑worth and international families in Sweden – Stockholm. Our clients are looking for chefs who can create restaurant‑quality, healthy meals at home, taking into account individual tastes, dietary needs and the family’s lifestyle.

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Looking for a professional private chef position in a family home in Sweden – Stockholm? Our agency offers carefully selected vacancies for experienced chefs who can create restaurant‑quality, healthy meals in a private kitchen. We help you find a household where your culinary skills, creativity and attention to detail are truly valued, and support you at every step from the first interview to signing the contract.

International Private Chef Vacancies

Most of our private chef vacancies are with international families who value high‑quality, healthy cuisine and a personalized approach to their diet, and may live in different countries and travel frequently. We carefully consider your preferences for country, schedule, type of cuisine and living conditions, and recommend only those chef positions where your experience, creativity and professional standards will be fully appreciated.

Questionnaire, interviews and preparation for chefs jobs are provided free of charge for candidates. In some cases, a small commission may apply, but only after you receive a confirmed job offer and sign a contract with the family.

HSI chefs successfully work in European countries (Austria, England, Belgium, Germany, Spain, Italy, Monaco, France, Montenegro, Switzerland), the United Arab Emirates (Dubai, Abu Dhabi), the USA, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Russia, Ukraine

Private Chef Working Conditions:

Working conditions depend on the specific family and the type of employment, but most employers offer:

Competitive salary with timely payment.

Official employment (where applicable) or a written contract.

Work schedules such as 5/2, 7/7, 30/30, daily shifts, or part-time positions

Live-in options (separate room and meals provided) as well as live-out positions

Travel reimbursement and additional bonuses by agreement.

What is the salary of a personal chef?

The salary of a private chef depends on several factors. The basic rate is influenced by the scope of duties, the number of meals per day, the level of responsibility and the format of employment. Live‑in positions, where the family provides accommodation and meals, often offer slightly lower base pay but include valuable benefits, while live‑out roles usually come with a higher salary to compensate for housing and transport costs. The complexity of the menu and dietary requirements also matters: chefs who can design balanced menus, work with special diets and present restaurant‑quality dishes at home are usually paid more.

Professional background has a strong impact on earnings. Chefs with culinary education, experience in fine‑dining restaurants or luxury hotels, and a solid portfolio of dishes can count on higher rates. Knowledge of different cuisines, skills in healthy and children‑friendly cooking, and the ability to manage the entire kitchen process — from menu planning and purchasing to serving and hygiene standards — significantly increase the value of a private chef. Income is also influenced by the country of employment, the lifestyle of the family (travelling between several residences, receptions and events), and flexibility in schedule, including readiness to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

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Average Cost of Personal Chef Services:

Our specialists will personally advise you on the salary levels available in Sweden – Stockholm

Hourly

20-50

euro per hour

With accommodation in a family

2500-12000

Euro and above

Without homestay

3000-17000

Euro and above

Requirements and Preferences for Personal Chef

If you plan to work abroad, it is important to consider the visa requirements of the country where the employer is located. For example, to work in the United States, a candidate must have at least a valid U.S. tourist visa — this allows entry into the country for a personal meeting with the employing family. After a successful meeting, the employer takes responsibility for arranging a work visa for the candidate.

Similar requirements apply in other countries: having an entry visa or visa-free travel eligibility is usually necessary in order to meet the employer in person before official employment begins. Our specialists will help you understand the visa requirements for the country you are interested in.

Age and health that allow you to work full days in the kitchen, carry heavy pots and food, and maintain a high work temp
Proven experience as a chef or private chef in restaurants, hotels or private households, and willingness to adapt to a family environment.
References from previous employers or clients, provided in writing or available for a phone check.
Clean criminal record and readiness to undergo background and document checks required for work in a private family.
Up‑to‑date medical certificates confirming good health, compliance with hygiene standards and absence of infectious diseases.
Strong culinary skills: ability to create menus, cook dishes from different cuisines, work with special diets and children’s food, and present dishes beautifully.
Accuracy and good kitchen organization skills, including product storage, stock control and careful handling of equipment and tableware.

What you need to get a job:

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We receive new job openings from clients every day, and they usually close very quickly — within 3–5 days. To ensure your profile can be immediately presented to an employer, the application must be completed in advance. This speeds up the process and increases your chances of being invited to an interview without delay.
Apply for vacancies

We publish current job offers in our iOS and Android applications and also send personalized offers to specialists via WhatsApp. You should follow the updates and respond promptly to the vacancies that interest you. The faster you react, the higher the chance that your application will be reviewed first.
Wait for an interview with the employer

If your profile attracts the client’s interest, we arrange an online interview. The agency’s manager participates to help both sides discuss details: salary, schedule, accommodation, and responsibilities. It is important to ask questions and clarify conditions. Once both sides agree, we prepare you to start working.
Starting the job

After a successful interview, the start date is agreed upon, and if necessary, tickets are purchased for your relocation. A contract is signed, and you begin performing your duties. Our manager stays in touch to make sure your adaptation in the new family goes smoothly. Payment begins from your very first working day.

Ready to find a Personal Chef job?

Fill out the application form — it will serve as your professional resume for employers. Please indicate your experience, skills, preferred work schedule, working conditions, and any other preferences. After you submit the form, our specialists will review your profile and contact you to offer vacancies that best match your experience and expectations.

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Private Chef Jobs in Families in Sweden – Stockholm - 01

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