Join us for our open evening at Leiths on Thursday, 16 July 2026, 6.30–8.30pm, and discover how the Culinary Diploma can launch your career in food.

 

Personal and Household Chef

Personal and household chefs prepare bespoke meals for clients in private homes, chalets, yachts, or at special events. Offering high-end, personalised services, they focus on meeting specific dietary requirements and creating exceptional dining experiences in exclusive settings.

Careers in Personal and Household Chef

Private Household Chef

A culinary professional prepares daily gourmet meals for a household, handling grocery shopping, menu planning, and special events.

Shoot Private Chef

A “game shoot chef” specializes in cooking wild game, such as pheasant and venison, sourced from hunting parties.

Residential Private Chef

A residential private chef prepares personalized meals, manages inventory, maintains a clean kitchen, and caters household events.

Chalet Chef

A chalet chef prepares gourmet meals for guests in luxury ski chalets, combining creativity, adaptability, and time management to deliver exceptional dining experiences in a cozy, high-end setting.

Yacht Chef

A private yacht chef creates high-quality meals for guests and crew while navigating the challenges of a small, mobile kitchen at sea. The role demands creativity, adaptability, and strong organizational skills.

Explore Other Culinary Careers

Restaurants and Hospitality
Catering and Event Management
Personal and Household Chef
Journalism and Content Creators
Broadcasting and Media
Recipe Research and Development
Food and Beverage Business
Education
Science and Nutrition