Recruiting an experienced and enthusiastic yacht chef for a family of 2 adults and 3 dogs with main residence in Palm Beach, FL. 150 ft Christensen yacht is based at the residence and a second fishing boat nearby. The chef will service family at residence in FL, on yacht trips in winter to the Bahamas and summer travel to the New England coast (Newport etc.), and Sag harbor, Hamptons NY.
Housing is provided onboard yacht and at Palm Beach property if needed for temporary relocations or as permanent housing. International candidates may live onboard year round. Ideal chef is flexible with schedule and best without any attachments (such as pets etc.) since travel can be for extended periods.
REQUIREMENTS ARE:
MEALS: Lunch (approx.12-2pm) and Dinner (approx. 7-9pm) daily, for two. Yacht Crew of 9 including chef and residence staff meals for 3 as needed.
DAYS OFF: fluid depending on required travel but when at residence usually 2 days off per week.
CUISINE: healthy and all styles enjoyed. No allergies or dietary limitations.
Presentation should be high end, silver platters service etc. Chef should be able to prepare all foods from scratch including baked goods, desserts as needed. No premade or store-bought foods are consumed. Desserts are important and would be a regular part of the main meal of the day.
ENTERTAINING: approximately once per week for dinners for up to 8 people. Dinners and luncheons on yacht as needed.
YACHT: Winter season (Nov-Feb) includes cruising to Bahamas and Caribbean for up to 10 days at a time and in Summer (July-Oct), employers cruise the New England coast up to the Hamptons, Sag Harbor etc.
STAFF in residence (FL) are 2 housekeepers and Butler, simple meals for staff are required.
COMPENSATION: 150k plus paid vacation etc.
This can be a long-term position for the right candidate. The previous long-term chef was with family for 9 years and client would prefer a longer term commitment.
Ideal start date can be November in Palm Beach, FL
***International candidates that are already in Florida will be considered. Clients will not fly in applicants.
Send resume and references to: palmbeach@privatechefsinc.com
