Private Chef Career Group - 3.8 Atherton, CA Job Details Full-time $100,000 - $150,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Relocation assistance Health insurance Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Teamwork Food preparation for special diets Food service workstation cleanliness Attention to detail Commercial kitchen cleaning Organizational skills Adaptability Time management Kitchen organization Full Job Description Private Chef | Peninsula, CA | $100K - $150K Base A private family is seeking a Private Chef to provide high-quality culinary support for daily meals and occasional family events. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the family, their Chief of Staff, and Estate Manager, ensuring meals and dietary needs are thoughtfully prepared across multiple residences. We are seeking a creative, organized, and service-oriented professional who can thrive in a dynamic environment and work independently with minimal direct interaction with the family. This is primarily an on-site role working between two Peninsula homes and a primary kitchen based out of a nearby office. Travel between locations and occasional domestic travel may be required. Responsibilities Prepare daily lunch and dinner service, along with grab-and-go meals, snacks, and children's food. Handle breakfast prep and advance preparation for weekend meals. Prepare snacks and packaged meals for outings, travel, and private flights. Cook primarily from a central kitchen/office location and coordinate delivery to the family residence as needed. Support occasional entertaining and family events with elevated yet approachable, home-style meals. Maintain fully stocked refrigerators and pantry items across both homes. Ensure all meals align with the family's dietary preferences (high-protein, low-carb, clean eating). Create diverse, thoughtful menus across a variety of cuisines with a focus on healthy cooking. Plate and present meals beautifully while maintaining a warm, approachable, non-pretentious style. Maintain a spotless, well-organized kitchen environment at all times. Collaborate closely with the Chief of Staff, Estate Manager, and household staff to ensure seamless service. Operate with discretion and minimal visibility, respecting the family's preference for behind-the-scenes support. Requirements Professional culinary experience required; candidates coming directly from high-end restaurant or hospitality backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply (private household experience not required). Ability to work independently with strong time management and organizational skills. Knowledge of a wide range of cuisines with the ability to execute both elevated and comfort-style meals. Strong focus on healthy, clean cooking and dietary-conscious meal preparation. Polished, professional demeanor with strong presentation skills. Detail-oriented with high standards for cleanliness and kitchen organization. Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to manage shifting schedules and multiple locations. Team-oriented mindset with a service-focused attitude. Degree or formal culinary training preferred but not required. Open to junior or mid-level candidates ready to step into a private household setting. Compensation & Benefits $100,000 - $150,000 base salary, depending on experience Benefits stipend provided until family benefits plan is established Relocation assistance may be available You can use WorkGrades to collect and manage your references for free and share them with us or anyone else you choose by visiting workgrades.com/home/candidate. Candidates with references are always preferred by our clients. Now is the most important time to stand out from the crowd. We suggest that you ensure you have updated your LinkedIn profile and that you start collecting your references early. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. California applicants, please view our Privacy Notice here: https://careergroupcompanies.com/california-privacy-notice/.

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance

Work Location:

In person