Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $125,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Relocation support
discretionary bonus
Paid federal holidays
Job Description
The hiring establishment is a busy, health-forward family of three based in Austin, Texas. This household is passionate about wholesome, balanced, and flavorful cuisine, emphasizing fresh, high-quality ingredients and seasonal inspirations. The family enjoys a broad spectrum of global cuisines including Mediterranean, Indian, Italian, Thai, Middle Eastern, and sushi, showcasing a sophisticated palate that balances nutrition with variety. They prioritize dietary needs such as gluten-free, shellfish-free, and nut-sensitive options without compromising on taste or presentation. This household values creativity, organization, and a collaborative approach in the kitchen and is seeking an experienced full-time Private Chef to join them.
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Job Requirements
- Culinary school training is strongly preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of private chef experience
- Ability to handle majority of food prep in own home and finish cooking on-site
- Flexibility to work Monday through Friday with occasional weekend and holiday shifts
- Experience with dietary restrictions including gluten-free, shellfish-free, and nut-sensitive diets
- Must be legally authorized to work in the US
- Willingness to undergo background and reference checks
- Valid passport and willingness to travel with the family
- Exceptional culinary skills with allergy-conscious and healthy meal preparation
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to collaborate in a household environment and maintain professionalism
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
- Must be willing to undergo a detailed background check and reference check process
- Valid passport and willing to travel with the family up to two weeks out of the year
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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