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Omaha, Nebraska Location:
Omaha, Nebraska (Local and relocation candidates welcome)
Position Type:
Full-Time or Part-Time Schedule:
Approximately 4-5 days per week; flexible based on arrangement
Salary:
$100,000-$150,000+, depending on experience and schedule
Benefits:
Health insurance stipend
Relocation Assistance:
Available for the right candidate Position Overview A welcoming private family in Omaha, Nebraska, is seeking an experienced, culinary-trained Private Chef to oversee daily meal preparation and kitchen operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional chef who enjoys working in a private residence, preparing fresh, nutritious meals, and building a long-term relationship with a family. The household includes two young children and values healthy, organic, thoughtfully prepared food. The ideal candidate takes pride in scratch cooking, menu planning, and maintaining an exceptionally organized kitchen while bringing a pleasant, flexible, and professional approach to the home. Local Omaha chefs and qualified candidates open to relocating to Nebraska are encouraged to apply. Relocation assistance may be provided for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities Prepare and serve daily lunches and family meals. Plan seasonal menus featuring healthy, nutritious, and balanced cuisine. Prepare elevated American, French, and Italian dishes using fresh, organic, and natural ingredients. Prioritize scratch cooking and minimize the use of processed foods. Manage grocery shopping, ingredient sourcing, and food inventory. Maintain food storage, kitchen cleanliness, organization, and overall kitchen management. Accommodate the family's preferences and dietary needs, including meals suitable for young children. Provide occasional catering and meal service for private entertaining. Travel to the family's additional residence as needed. Maintain professional communication, discretion, and appropriate household boundaries. Ideal Candidate Qualifications Formal culinary education, professional culinary training, and/or relevant culinary certification preferred. Previous experience as a Private Chef in a private home or family household strongly preferred. Strong skills in menu planning, scratch cooking, food preparation, and kitchen management. Knowledge of elevated American, French, and Italian cuisine. A genuine interest in healthy cooking, organic ingredients, and fresh, minimally processed foods. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in managing kitchen operations. Warm, easygoing, and professional, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Comfortable working in a household with two young children. Familiarity with Midwestern culture and lifestyle is a plus; prior experience living or working in the Midwest is welcomed. Pet-friendly and comfortable working in a home with pets. Interested in a long-term position with a private family. Schedule & Compensation The family is open to either a full-time or part-time arrangement, approximately 4-5 days per week. The schedule and responsibilities will be determined based on the selected candidate's availability and the agreed-upon position.
Salary:
$100,000-$150,000+, depending on experience and full-time or part-time arrangement.
Benefits:
Health insurance stipend.
Relocation:
Assistance available for the right candidate relocating to Omaha, Nebraska. How to Apply Qualified Private Chefs with private household experience, strong culinary skills, and a passion for healthy, thoughtfully prepared meals are encouraged to apply. Candidates seeking a stable, long-term private chef position with a welcoming family are invited to submit their resume for consideration.