Private Chef – Private Family | Uptown New York City
Our client, a private family based in Uptown New York City, is conducting a highly selective search for an experienced Private Chef.
To be considered, candidates must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Currently reside in the New York City area.
- Have prior experience as a Private Chef in a private household.
- Possess formal culinary training from an accredited culinary program.
- Demonstrate career stability, with a minimum of five years of tenure in each previous position.
- Provide verifiable professional references from prior employers before being presented to the client.
Schedule
The typical schedule is:
- Monday–Thursday: 11:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
- Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
The family values flexibility, and the ideal candidate will be willing to work occasional overtime when needed.
Responsibilities
The Private Chef will be responsible for preparing:
- Daily dinner for the family.
- Healthy after-school snacks for the children.
- Make-ahead breakfasts for the family.
- Packable lunches for the adults to take to work.
Culinary Philosophy
The successful candidate will have extensive experience creating meals that are:
- Fresh, organic, and minimally processed.
- Centered around high-quality, whole ingredients.
- Nutritious without compromising on flavor.
- Inspired by the latest evidence in health, wellness, and longevity.
- Creative, varied, family-friendly, and approachable for everyday dining.
The ideal chef has a genuine passion for nutrition, wellness, and longevity and understands how to create meals that are both delicious and supportive of long-term health.
Travel
Travel is minimal. There may be the opportunity to accompany the family for a few weeks during the summer at their home in the Hamptons, but otherwise travel is expected to be very limited.
Due to the exceptionally high volume of applications we receive and the specific nature of this search, we are only able to respond to candidates who meet the qualifications outlined above.
$130k+ DOE