Personal Chef Services

Home Staff International — a leading international family staffing company, the only one in the world with its own network of agencies, providing services to high-profile clients in various countries.

In-home chef

We provide qualified chefs for family employment with in-home cooking. Candidates may already be located in your country or be ready to relocate for live-in positions. Staff are selected for both permanent and seasonal employment, in accordance with the family’s needs.

The cooks are already waiting order

Selection of a qualified private chef providing home cooking services, ready to prepare delicious and healthy meals for you with care, love, and professionalism.

Chef (Spain)

A world-class chef, trained at the finest culinary schools: Le Cordon Bleu (Paris), Ritz Escoffier Culinary School (Paris), Blue Elephant (Bangkok), Hofmann Culinary School (Barcelona), and the legendary El Bulli Restaurant in Spain — holder of 3 Michelin stars. His experience includes catering the most exclusive events for Graff Diamonds, the Royal Family of Monaco, international business magnates, and global celebrities such as Madonna, Leonardo DiCaprio, Beyoncé, Naomi Campbell, Rihanna, the Hilton family, and Mariah Carey. Fluent in Spanish, French, and English.

Chef (France)

A world-class professional trained at prestigious Michelin-starred restaurants. His career includes serving as Head Manager of a royal kitchen. Native French speaker, fluent in English and Spanish. His distinguished clientele includes the legendary Sean Connery, entrepreneur Sarkis Izmirlian, the Bacardi family, and members of the British Royal Family. A true master for whom cuisine is an art, transforming every dinner into an exquisite event.

Chef (Italy)

A world-renowned chef, mentored by Michelin-starred chefs. Experience in prestigious hotels and restaurants includes Marrone Rosso Café (Israel), the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics, and Baci Italian (Samui, Thailand) — recognized as the island’s best Italian restaurant. Invited multiple times to cook personally for the President of Kazakhstan during official visits. Distinguished guests include world leaders such as Hu Jintao, Condoleezza Rice, Paul Martin, and Tony Blair. Native Italian speaker, fluent in Russian and English.

Chef (Japan)

Chef trained under leading masters at Nanchi Yamato-ya and Hozenji Yokochi restaurants in Osaka, with additional experience in Michelin-starred restaurants. With over 10 years of expertise in traditional Japanese cuisine — Kaiseki, Washoku, sushi, and medicinal cuisine — he has also served as an official chef in diplomatic residences in the USA and Switzerland. Fluent in Japanese and English.

Chef (Russia)

Chef, graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School and the Valrhona Pastry School (France), with internship experience at the Yann Duytsche Pastry Boutique (Barcelona, Spain). Participant of a gastronomic tour of Michelin Guide restaurants in Paris. Collaborated with El Celler de Can Roca, recognized as the best restaurant in the world. Has professional experience at international hotels such as Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, as well as at restaurants of the Arkady Novikov Group and Siberia Moscow. Provided private catering for Russian leaders and has extensive experience working in private households.

Chef (Ukraine)

Chef, graduate of the Culinary Arts Academy Switzerland and Le Cordon Bleu New York (USA), where he graduated with honors. He also completed courses at Le Cordon Bleu Paris. Experienced as an Executive Chef, Brand Chef, and Culinary Technologist-Dietitian. He worked for the Royal Family of Monaco, as well as in prestigious restaurants and hotels in Miami and Columbus (USA), including Parc des Eaux Vives, La Perle du Lac, and Hotel Royal Windsor in the position of Executive Chef. Author of patented and US-certified culinary training methodologies. A citizen of the USA and Ukraine, fluent in English, Ukrainian, and Russian.

Chef (Argentina)

Chef honored with the title of Ambassador of Gastronomic Culture of Argentina and Eastern Europe. Served as Executive Chef at leading international hotels — Marriott International Group, Radisson, and St. Regis Hotel. Worked as a personal chef to the President of Azerbaijan. His distinguished clientele includes the legendary Diego Maradona as well as the Manchester United football team during the Champions League. Native Italian, fluent in Russian, English, and Spanish.

Home Staff International provides a unique service for the most discerning clients worldwide. We handle the most challenging requests that smaller local agencies cannot fulfill. We also recruit staff with foreign language skills, and for client travel, we offer candidates holding valid visas for the required countries.

Thorough selection In-home chef

The database of in-home chefs is formed in advance, before any order is received. All candidates undergo a multi-stage preliminary selection process, including testing of professional knowledge, as well as interviews with the agency’s recruiter and psychologist. During the selection process, their personal and professional qualities and motivation are assessed, and their documents and employment history are verified.

Diplomas from leading culinary schools worldwide (Le Cordon Bleu, Culinary Arts Academy, Ecole Ducasse, etc.)
Experience in Michelin-starred restaurants or leading international hotels
Expertise in various world cuisines: French, Italian, Japanese, Asian, signature, and more
Ability to cook for private clients at a fine dining level
Proven track record of working with VIP clients, world leaders, and celebrities
International experience with knowledge of cultural and gastronomic traditions
Ability to maintain confidentiality and deliver a high level of service

Our services for staff recruitment

Permanent Staff

Selection of personnel for long-term employment, ensuring stability and trust within the family.
We carefully search for candidates who share your values, upbringing style, and meet individual requirements.
Each candidate undergoes a multi-stage selection and verification process.

Temporary Staff

The ideal solution for replacement during vacation, illness, or urgent need.
Helps to avoid unnecessary costs when there is only a short-term need for staff.
A flexible selection system allows us to quickly find a specialist who matches your conditions and schedule.

Cost of hiring a chef

The agency fee is calculated as a percentage of the candidate’s average monthly or annual salary. The final amount depends on the type of contract selected, which includes different guarantee periods for staff replacement. To receive a detailed price list and a personalized quote, please contact us — we will provide the optimal solution tailored to your needs.

How we working

Home Staff International is a leading international family staffing company, the only one in the world with its own network of agencies, providing services to high-profile clients in various countries. Special attention is given to the selection of highly qualified private chefs for home cooking, who create personalized menus, prepare meals according to the family’s preferences and dietary requirements, and ensure a high level of culinary service within the home.

Introduction

We determine what the ideal staff member for your family should be — experience, education, skills, personal qualities, language knowledge, schedule, and additional preferences — and create a complete candidate profile.

Selection of Profiles

We start the search using our international staff database. We save your time — you receive a ready selection of profiles that have already passed a preliminary screening for compliance with your requirements.

Interview

We arrange meetings with the selected candidates. If necessary, we conduct additional checks: polygraph tests, medical examinations, psychologist consultations. At this stage, we determine together which specialist is best suited for your family.

Contract Signing

We agree on the start date of the staff member, finalize the most suitable type of contract with the required number and period of free replacements. Payment for our services is made, and we provide a draft contract.

Start of Work

The staff member begins their duties, and we remain in touch with you. If replacement is needed, we will promptly find a new specialist. Your personal manager is always ready to provide consultation and support.

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Why Your Family Needs a Personal Chef

Modern families increasingly choose personal chef services, valuing comfort, health, and time efficiency. A professional chef takes full responsibility for meal planning, creating customized menus tailored to your tastes, dietary needs, and medical requirements.

A personal chef prepares restaurant-quality dishes right in your home, using fresh and high-quality ingredients. This is especially important for families with children who require balanced meals, or for those following special diets — gluten-free, vegetarian, or athletic nutrition.

In addition to cooking, the chef manages grocery shopping, table setting, and quality control, and can also accompany the family on trips. Parents gain peace of mind knowing that their family’s meals are always healthy, varied, and delicious.

Personal chef services are not just a luxury but a practical solution for those who value their time, health, and the comfort of home.

We will select a chef providing home cooking servicestailored to your family's needs

We operate across a wide range of domestic staffing areas, including private chefs providing home cooking services, nannies and governesses, drivers, gardeners, housekeepers, and household managers. Our specialists take into account each client’s individual requirements to provide the best possible solutions, ensuring comfort, high-quality service, and peace of mind in your home.

Submit a request in a way that’s convenient for you

Our services are available to clients in different countries — we will find the right specialist no matter where you are

Head office: +44 745 819 73 73
Russia: +7 926 106 04 43
USA: +1 484 460 80 90
Ukraine: +38 067 339 57 15