Private Chef - Year-Round (NYC East Hampton, NY)

Society Staffing is a prestigious agency specializing in connecting elite private households with exceptional culinary talent. Their focus is on providing unparalleled private service, ensuring each placement aligns perfectly with the lifestyle and expectations of the clients. Operating out of New York City, Society Staffing has a rich history of catering to the most discerning principals requiring bespoke, high-level culinary expertise. The agency prides itself on supporting chefs in securing roles that provide both professional fulfillment and opportunities for creative expression within luxurious environments.

The role in question is that of a Private Chef for a sophisticated couple, with a unique employment structure designed to cater to the seasonal lifestyle of the principals. During the summer months, from Memorial Day through Labor Day, the position is based in East Hampton, NY, where the chef will have a full-time commitment with an emphasis on delivering exceptional culinary leadership. This period is recognized as the peak activity time and demands high energy, creativity, and consistency in producing elevated, beautifully plated meals for daily lunch and dinner services. The chef will be responsible for crafting seasonal, health-forward menus tailored specifically to the principals’ preferences, supporting intimate entertaining, and managing all aspects of kitchen operations, including ingredient sourcing and provisioning.

Following the summer season, the role transitions to a part-time schedule based in New York City. This post-summer arrangement requires presence approximately 2-3 days per week including at least one weekend day or evening, providing ongoing culinary support to the principals. This flexibility makes the role ideal for a chef who seeks a balanced lifestyle while maintaining a long-term client relationship. The position demands a highly professional individual who can seamlessly adapt between a dynamic, full-time summer schedule and a refined, part-time off-season presence, maintaining the highest standards regardless of the setting.

The compensation offered is competitive and commensurate with the chef’s experience. In addition to financial rewards, the role comes with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, sick days, and discretionary bonuses. The chef will also benefit from the prestige associated with working for a UHNW (ultra-high-net-worth) household, gaining valuable experience managing sophisticated culinary expectations in both seasonal and urban settings.

To be successful in this role, candidates must bring extensive private chef or high-end restaurant experience, formal culinary training, and a strong aesthetic sensibility with plating precision. A key aspect of the role is the ability to balance everyday refined dining with the elevated entertaining occasionally required by the principals. Discretion, flexibility, and professionalism are paramount, accompanied by strong references from similar distinguished households or environments. The candidate must hold valid U.S. work authorization and a driver’s license to fulfill travel requirements between East Hampton and New York City.

This position not only offers the chance to excel in a high-profile culinary role but also the opportunity to join a respected agency known for its commitment to quality and client satisfaction, making it an attractive option for ambitious private chefs aiming for career growth in elite service environments.