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Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Full-time
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
competitive salary
Private accommodation
Relocation assistance
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional environment
Job Description
This private chef position is an exciting opportunity to work with an ultra ultra-high net worth (UHNW) family of three located in beautiful Santa Barbara, California. The family seeks a highly skilled private chef to serve on a full-time, fixed-term contract from June 1 to August 1, 2026, with potential extension through September 1. The chef will prepare daily lunch and dinner meals, five days a week, demonstrating exceptional culinary expertise and professionalism. The compensation is highly competitive, ranging from $1,000 to $1,500 per day depending on experience. A private Airbnb accommodation will be provided for the duration of the... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum 5+ years of experience working in ultra-high net worth private households
- Deep knowledge and execution of Chinese cuisine
- Strong foundation across multiple cuisines
- Highly professional, discreet, and socially aware within a private home
- Able to take direction and feedback with composure
- Thick-skinned, detail-oriented, and consistent under pressure
- Clean, organized, and efficient in all aspects of kitchen operation
- Ability to execute scratch-made, authentic dishes at a high level
- All food prepared in-house from scratch with no store-bought or pre-made items
- Ingredient-driven approach with top-tier sourcing including farmers' markets and purveyors
- Comfortable adapting menus based on detailed client feedback
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 5+ years of experience working in ultra-high net worth private households
- Verifiable experience preparing Michelin-level authentic Chinese cuisine
- Strong foundation across multiple cuisines including Mediterranean, Italian, and California/seasonal cuisine
- Highly professional, discreet, and socially aware within a private home
- Ability to execute scratch-made, authentic dishes at a high level
- Comfortable adapting menus based on detailed client feedback
Job Duties
- Prepare daily lunch and dinner for the family
- Prepare separate meals for two nannies
- Full kitchen management including menu planning, sourcing, shopping, and organization
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of all kitchen areas
- Execute across two fully equipped kitchens (upstairs and downstairs)
- Maintain consistency with household standards and preferences
- Adapt quickly to feedback and evolving requests
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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