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Private Chef

Job in Atherton, San Mateo County, California, 94027, USA
Listing for: Career Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-11
Job specializations:
  • Restaurant/Food Service
    Catering, Food & Beverage
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Atherton

A private family is seeking a Private Chef to provide high-quality culinary support for daily meals and occasional family events. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the family, their Chief of Staff, and Estate Manager, ensuring meals and dietary needs are thoughtfully prepared across multiple residences. We are seeking a creative, organized, and service-oriented professional who can thrive in a dynamic environment and work independently with minimal direct interaction with the family.


*** This is primarily an on-site role going between two Peninsula homes. Travel between homes and occasional domestic travel may be required.

Responsibilities
  • Prepare grab-and-go lunches, casual meals, and children’s snacks.
  • Cook lunch and dinner in the home kitchen, alternating between two peninsula residences depending on the family’s location.
  • Support occasional family events with meal preparation, focusing on comfort and home-cooked flavors.
  • Maintain fully stocked refrigerators and pantry items.
  • Ensure meals align with the family’s dietary preferences and restrictions: high-protein, low-carb, clean eating.
  • Bring creativity and variety to menus across all cuisines.
  • Collaborate as part of the household team, reporting to the Chief of Staff and working alongside the Estate Manager and other staff.
  • Provide support behind the scenes, respecting the family’s preference for minimal face time.
Requirements
  • Prior private chef experience required;
    Michelin-star experience not necessary.
  • Comfortable working independently with discretion and professionalism.
  • Knowledge of a wide range of cuisines and ability to create inventive, home-style meals.
  • Highly organized, proactive, and flexible, with the ability to adapt to varying schedules and travel between homes.
  • Team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude.
  • Degree preferred but not required.
  • Open to junior or mid-level candidates ready for the next step in private household work.

100, depending on experience

  • Benefits stipend provided until family benefits plan is established.
  • Relocation assistance may be available.

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