Sous Chef / Line Cook / Meal Prep Support (Private Estate)

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Sous Chef / Line Cook / Meal Prep Support professional to assist a Private Chef in a high-end residential estate in Greenwich, CT starting ideally late June. This role will support daily kitchen operations, including meal preparation, ingredient organization, and service execution, ensuring a seamless and elevated dining experience for an ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) family.

This is a hands-on position ideal for a culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment and is comfortable operating within a private household setting with the highest standards of discretion and service. Ideal candidate has availability and flexibility to support weekend coverage.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Private Chef with daily meal preparation, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and occasional snacks or entertaining needs
• Assist with ingredient prep, mise en place, and execution of meals to the Chef’s specifications
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment at all times
• Assist with plating and presentation, ensuring meals are delivered to a high standard as needed 
• Help manage kitchen inventory, including receiving deliveries, organizing storage, and rotating products
• Support light provisioning, grocery runs, and ingredient sourcing as needed
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards
• Adapt to changing menus, dietary preferences, and last-minute requests
• Collaborate closely with the Private Chef and household staff to ensure smooth day-to-day operations

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Sous Chef, Line Cook, or Prep Cook in a professional kitchen or private household
• Experience working in high-end, fast-paced environments, with exposure to elevated cuisine and presentation standards
• Previous experience in a private home or UHNW setting is strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, food preparation techniques, and organization
• Ability to take direction, anticipate needs, and work efficiently independently as well as with estate staff 
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and respect for privacy
• Flexible and adaptable schedule, including evenings, weekends, and occasional extended hours; typical work week M-F with 30-40 hours per week
• Culinary training or relevant certifications preferred, but not required

Additional Attributes

• Positive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to support where needed
• Strong attention to detail and pride in execution
• “No task too small” mindset with a service-focused approach
• Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in a private household environment