Ref. ZS-CH-001
Private Chef · Limassol
- Location
- Limassol
- Experience
- 35+ years in leading 5-star hotels in Cyprus
- Languages
- Greek and English
- Availability
- Immediately
Private household staffing
A private chef for your family in Cyprus
Home-cooked food every day — just as your family likes it. We find chefs familiar with Russian, European and Mediterranean cuisine, children’s meals and dietary requirements.
Ref. ZS-CH-003
Private Chef · Nutritionist
- Location
- Limassol, Cyprus
- Experience
- Private chef
- Languages
- Russian — native · English — B2 · French — A1
- Availability
- Not specified
Ref. ZS-CH-002
Private Chef — 20+ years of international experience
- Location
- Cyprus
- Experience
- 20+ years of international experience
- Languages
- Not specified
- Availability
- Available
What a private chef does
- Planning a weekly menu around the family’s tastes and diet
- Shopping for ingredients
- Preparing breakfasts, lunches and dinners
- Children’s menus
- Dietary meals: gluten-free, vegetarian or as recommended by a doctor
- Catering for guests and small events
- Keeping the kitchen clean and tidy
Who we find
- Chefs for everyday family meals
- Chefs with restaurant experience for families who often entertain guests
- Chefs for a season or the family’s visit
Candidate requirements: proven experience as a chef in a private home or restaurant, references, knowledge of hygiene standards and attention to detail.
Work arrangements
- Full-time
- Several days a week
- For a season or the family’s stay in Cyprus
How we select staff
Consultation.
We discuss your family, duties, schedule, preferred language and working conditions. This is free and without obligation.
Search.
We look for candidates in our database and through trusted channels, based on your requirements.
Checks.
We review the candidate’s experience, check their documents and right to work in Cyprus, and contact previous employers for references.
Interview.
We interview every candidate in person or by video call before introducing them to you.
Candidate shortlist.
You receive 2–3 profiles describing the candidates’ experience, with our comments.
Meeting.
You meet the candidates and choose the person who suits your family. A trial day can be arranged if you wish.
Starting work.
We help agree the terms and stay in touch after the staff member starts work.
Why Zephyr Staff
Licensed agency.
We operate under Private Employment Agency Licence No. 593, issued by the Department of Labour of the Republic of Cyprus.
We speak your language.
We communicate with families in Russian and English.
Personal selection.
We do not forward profiles from general databases — we interview every candidate ourselves.
Confidentiality.
Information about your family and home stays between us.
Frequently asked questions
Can we try the food before hiring a chef?
Yes. We arrange a trial cooking session in your home.
Can the chef also cook for the household staff?
Yes, if agreed in advance. We clarify all duties at the consultation.
How much does it cost to find a chef?
The cost depends on the role and working arrangements. We discuss all terms at the first consultation, before the search begins.
Other services
A private chef for your family in Cyprus
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