Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $125,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid federal holidays
Relocation support
discretionary bonus
Job Description
The hiring establishment is a busy, health-focused family of three located in Austin, Texas. This family prioritizes fresh, flavorful, and seasonally inspired meals, emphasizing dietary needs such as gluten-free, shellfish-free, and nut-sensitive requirements. They enjoy a variety of cuisines including Mediterranean, Indian, Italian, Thai, Middle Eastern, and sushi, with a preference for high-quality ingredients and the inclusion of weekly homemade specialty items such as fresh yogurt, thick oat creamer, and granola. The family’s dedication to healthy, diverse eating creates an exciting opportunity for a skilled private chef to join their household in a meaningful way. This role is a full-time... Show More
Job Requirements
- Culinary school training is strongly preferred
- Minimum of 5 years private chef experience
- Must be local to Austin area or willing to relocate
- Legally authorized to work in the US
- Willing to undergo background and reference checks
- Valid passport and willing to travel up to two weeks per year
- Ability to accommodate special dietary needs including gluten-free, shellfish-free, and nut-sensitive diets
- Flexibility to work varied schedules including some weekends and holidays
- Ability to prepare meals in own home and finish cooking on-site
- Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable using digital tools for scheduling and macronutrient tracking
Job Qualifications
- Culinary school training is strongly preferred
- A minimum of 5+ years of private chef experience is required
- Ideally local to the Austin area but open to relocating a strong candidate
- Kosher cooking knowledge is a plus
- Garden-to-table interest or experience is a plus
- Wine and beverage pairing knowledge is a plus
- Exceptional skills in healthy, allergy-conscious, and family-friendly cooking
- Comfortable with macronutrient tracking and digital tools
- Knowledge of a wide variety of cuisines and techniques
- Warm, adaptable personality
- Legally authorized to work in the US
- Willing to undergo a detailed background check and reference check process
- Valid passport and willingness to travel with the family
Job Duties
- Thoughtfully source ingredients and complete the majority of prep in your own home, then finish the meals in the family's residence
- Prepare daily lunches, dinners, and snacks, combining advance meal prep with live, freshly cooked dinners
- Be flexible to cook for events, holidays, and weekends as requested
- Prepare vegetarian school lunches for the daughter a few days a week
- Prepare plated or family-style service, set the table, and ensure the kitchen and dining areas are cleaned after meals
- Incorporate healthy proteins, vegetables, and balanced carbs in all meals, adapting recipes to dietary needs
- Use harvests from the garden and incorporate them into meals
- Track macronutrients for all meals (total calories, fats, carbs, protein) and maintain a shared digital spreadsheet
- Prepare weekly staples and seasonal items as requested
- Source and prepare fresh, high-quality ingredients
- Accommodate kosher or vegetarian guidelines during specific holidays/events
- Manage a grocery budget via an expense account - ensuring proper tracking
- Collaborate with household staff and maintain a discreet, professional presence
- Coordinate menus and schedules via Google Calendar
- Be open to traveling with the family up to two weeks out of the year
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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