Executive Private Chef

Job Description

Job Purpose:

The purpose of the Executive Chef is to prepare nutritious, fresh, flavorful, elevated, meals from scratch while paying attention to an active, food-adventurous family's dietary preferences and allergy requirements.

Responsibilities:

· Bring a wealth of culinary knowledge and experience to the family, constantly intriguing their adventurous pallets while adhering to individual family members' preferences and allergy requirements.

· Actively source the freshest high quality ingredients to ensure all food is as organic and traceable as possible.

· Educate the family on the benefits of different ingredients and how they relate to their healthy lifestyle.

· Be mindful of how meals affect the activity level of the individual family member’s workout activities.

· Plan and execute exciting and creative five-star dinner parties and events for high-level executives and VIP’s.

· Work seamlessly with the principals, estate manager, and household staff while maintaining a calm demeanor in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

· Maintain a clean and organized kitchen essential to ensure food safety.

· Manage kitchen supplies including food, utensils, equipment, and cleaning products.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

· Must have longevity as a private chef on a yacht or an estate, or hotel.

· Integrity, attention to detail, creativity, and top-notch culinary skills are critical to this role.

· Must have ability to create unique food experiences while representing various worldly cuisines including wild game and fresh seafood.

· Must have experience planning and executing high-end, luxury dinner events.

· Must have experience working with strict dietary requirements and allergies, including gluten and dairy-free.

· Tech skills in Apple products, Mac, MS Excel, MS word, and Outlook.

· Emotional maturity and utmost professionalism and discretion.

· Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to remain flexible and agile in a constantly changing environment.

· Must be a highly resourceful and adaptable team player, with the ability to be extremely effective independently and execute tasks through completion.

· Proactive problem-solver who anticipates changing needs to minimize potential issues.

Working Conditions:

· The ideal person will live locally in Boca Raton, FL or be open to relocation.

· Must be open to travel with the client to domestic and international locations.

· The position is full-time, with flexibility to work evenings and weekends when necessary.

Compensation Package:

· Salary DOE, Health Insurance offered, Two weeks PTO a year.Private Chef

Duties:

- Prepare and cook meals for clients in their private residences

- Create customized menus based on clients' dietary preferences and restrictions

- Shop for high-quality ingredients and ensure proper storage and handling

- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen area

- Coordinate with household staff to ensure smooth meal service

- Provide exceptional culinary experiences for clients, including special events and dinner parties

- Stay up-to-date with culinary trends and techniques to continually enhance the dining experience

Qualifications:

- Proven experience as a Private Chef or similar role

- Strong knowledge of various cuisines and cooking techniques

- Ability to create unique and innovative dishes

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment

- Flexibility to accommodate clients' schedules, including evenings and weekends

Benefits:

- Competitive salary based on experience

- Opportunity to work in a prestigious private setting

- Potential for travel with clients

- Professional development opportunities to enhance culinary skills

If you are a talented chef with a passion for creating extraordinary culinary experiences, we invite you to apply for the position of Private Chef. Please submit your resume, along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

Full-time