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Jonathan Cloake

Meet Jonathan, Head Chef and Founder of “Algarve Chef’s Table” His journey began in beautiful Cornwall, where his family traded city life for coastal living. Passionate about food from a young age, he started working part-time in kitchens when he was only 13 years old. Traditional education wasn’t his path—instead, he would find his calling in the culinary world.

The first professional step was working with the legendary seafood chef Rick Stein’s restaurant group. From there, he advanced to Senior Chef positions in award-winning gastropubs and restaurants across the UK, including the renowned Tom Aikens in London.

Driven by a love for culinary exploration, he embarked on international adventures. At 26, Jonathan immersed himself in French cuisine in the South of France, followed by two transformative years in Thailand, where he led teams of local Asian chefs.

For the past eight years, he has worked as a private chef primarily in the Algarve, Portugal, with occasional projects in Cornwall, Morocco, and London. His portfolio includes catering for over 200 weddings and bespoke events, often for high-profile clients.

Jonathan’s culinary passion spans from authentic street food to elegant fine dining. Together with his loyal and dedicated team, he travels the world creating unforgettable dining experiences.

“Food brings people together. It’s humans most basic need and one of life's greatest pleasures. The ability to move people with food is my greatest pleasure and passion.”

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Private Chef

Your Personal Chef Experience Jonathan and his Portuguese Sous Chef bring the world to your table, offering an extraordinary culinary adventure in the comfort of your home or holiday villa. With a passion that transforms cooking from a profession to an art form, we deliver exceptional culinary experiences that span the flavors of Portugal, Africa, Asia, Europe, and South America.

Our personalized private chef service goes beyond simply cooking—we handle every aspect of your dining experience, giving you more time to relax and enjoy the experience.


  • Personalized menu planning based on your preferences and dietary requirements
  • Sourcing the finest local and seasonal ingredients
  • All grocery shopping and ingredient preparation
  • Complete meal preparation in your kitchen
  • Professional table service (optional)
  • Thorough kitchen cleaning during and after service
  • Storage of leftovers with reheating instructions


Whether you need a chef for a single special occasion or full-service throughout your stay, we adapt to your schedule.

Our service can include:

  • Single meal (breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner)
  • Multiple daily meals
  • Full-board service for your entire stay
  • Weekly meal planning and preparation
  • Daily or weekly shopping

    • The Chef’s Table Market Experience

    For adventurous food lovers, our signature “Chef’s Table Market” experience offers a unique culinary journey. Chef Jonathan personally visits local markets at dawn, selecting the finest seasonal ingredients to create a surprise menu that showcases the day’s most exceptional produce. It’s a dining experience that celebrates spontaneity and the freshest local ingredients available.