Executive Chef

Mahler Private Staffing•Las Vegas, NV

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Picture a brand new, restaurant-grade kitchen in a private Las Vegas home, run with the precision and rhythm of a fine restaurant. A warm, food-loving family is looking for an Executive Chef to lead it. Their favorites are Italian, Mediterranean, and classic American cuisine, made with the very best ingredients, so they want a chef who takes real pride in sourcing. As Executive Chef, you will lead an established team of two chefs and oversee the full culinary operation of the household. The food is refined but never overly formal: flavorful, beautifully prepared dishes the family looks forward to every day. Above all, this family wants a long-term partner who will grow with them. They believe in investing in their chef and would love to send you to top restaurants around the world for two weeks at a time to refine your craft and bring new inspiration home.

Requirements

Culinary degree or equivalent high-level culinary training
Background in Michelin-starred restaurants, celebrity households, or luxury hotels and private clubs strongly preferred
Proven experience leading a kitchen team as an Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine, or Sous Chef
Private household experience strongly preferred
Strong command of Italian, Mediterranean, and classic American cuisine, with Mexican a plus
Warm, discreet, flexible, and genuinely receptive to feedback and changing requests
Exceptional organization and cleanliness standards
Proven longevity in previous roles and a desire for a long-term placement

Nice To Haves

Baking and dessert skills are a welcome bonus

Responsibilities

Lead, schedule, and mentor a team of two chefs, setting clear standards for quality, consistency, and kitchen culture
Oversee the household culinary operation with restaurant-level systems for prep, ordering, and service
Source the finest seasonal ingredients and build strong relationships with specialty purveyors
Prepare varied daily meals: weekday lunch for one, weekend lunch for two, and dinner for two Monday through Saturday
Prepare a Sunday family meal for approximately 6 adults and 6 children, plus occasional holiday and special-event menus
Create calorie-conscious dishes with little or no added fat when requested, without sacrificing flavor, texture, or presentation
Learn and consistently follow the household list of ingredients and foods to avoid
Develop original menus, recreate restaurant-inspired dishes, and follow family recipes and direction
Own all kitchen operations, including menu planning, inventory, pars, labeling, food rotation, and vendor relationships
Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and guest-ready throughout the day
Coordinate with household staff and travel with the family