LOCATION: Seasonally Palm Beach, Fl (OCT-JUN), Hamptons (JUL-OCT) and NYC, NY (VARIED)
SCHEDULE: Full-time 5 days per week with some flexibility for days off.
DAYS OFF: In PB chef usually has mid week off. In Hamptons, Sat/Sun unless there are guests, Chef may work through and then have time off.
Overview
A UHNW principal household is seeking an experienced, highly professional chef to oversee all culinary needs. This is a long-term, stable opportunity for someone who enjoys cooking with fresh ingredients, health-conscious cuisine, and thrives in a refined, private household environment.
The ideal candidate can live in at all locations or live out in Florida. Candidate should be discreet, friendly, polite, organized, adaptable, and genuinely enjoy cooking daily while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. Candidate must be legal to work in the US and speak English fluently.
Key Responsibilities
• Prepare daily fresh, seasonal meals for the principal, staff (1-2), and guests • Ensure all dishes are made from scratch, avoiding pre-prepared or frozen store-bought ingredients, and be willing and able to follow recipes • Plan menus in collaboration with the principal, offering creative input while respecting her preferences
(Principal has knowledge and experience in cooking and has preferences that may require following recipes.)
• Shop for and source the highest quality ingredients, with an emphasis on freshness and simplicity • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficiently run kitchen • Accommodate guest needs and flexible schedules (dinner parties, events, etc.) • Travel with the principal as needed • Team player, assisting the team with care as needed • Prepares meals and snacks for days off
Culinary Preferences
• Regular preparation of simple, balanced meals (e.g., fish, chicken, steak, fresh vegetables, salads, fruit) • Appreciation and working knowledge for classic French techniques and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine • Baking skills expected (e.g., desserts, cookies) • Ability to execute a core repertoire of dishes while introducing new ideas
Schedule & Structure Typical schedule: five days per week (~50 hours)
MEALS Lunch 1pm and Dinner 630pm daily unless there are guests. Meals to be left for chef’s days off • Breakfast is handled by housekeeping staff (most days) • Flexibility required accommodating guest schedules.
Candidate Profile
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a private household or comparable UHNW environment • Culinary training with strong fundamentals in fresh, from-scratch cooking and classical techniques • Professional, polished demeanor with excellent discretion and boundaries • Fluent English required • Organized, calm under pressure, and service-oriented • Comfortable collaborating with household staff, including Chief of Staff • Willingness to live-in (preferred) or live-out locally
Compensation: $125,000–$150,000+ (DOE) + Medical/Dental and Vision • Fully paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision) • Private, live-in accommodation available (bed and bath) in main homes. • Stable, long-term opportunity
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Immediate start after trial.
Trials can be scheduled in next few days or next week (week of 10/26) in Hamptons