AC219 - Part-Time Family Cook - Greenwich Village, NY

British American Household Staffing•New York, NY

13d•$45•Onsite

About The Position

A wonderful family of 4 in Greenwich Village, NY is seeking a live-out, part-time housekeeper/cook with emphasis on cooking, meal preparation, and additional support where needed for keeping the home tidy, and engaging with the family’s two children (ages 11 and 13 no childcare involved). Key duties include preparing healthy, organic, family-friendly meals, including lunches (prepped for the following day) and dinner for the family (as well as occasional guests). The typical schedule is Monday-Thursday (1pm-7pm, approximately 4 to 5 hours daily- dinner is typically at 6/6:30PM), and the occasional Friday. The candidate will work in a home with an existing nanny and family assistant. The family is interviewing now, and the start date will be August.

Requirements

Highest level of discretion
At least 3 years in a similar household position
A track record of tenure within a UHNW household with verifiable references
Ability to identify healthy, nutritious foods from reliable sources
Comfortable working in a non-smoking household
Culinary certificate or training preferred
Prior experience in a similar role
Ability to occasionally lift 15lbs
Ability to navigate household space, including stairs
Occasional travel may be required to the family's CT residence
Driver's license and/or passport
Legal to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Preparing meals for the household, including planning menus and shopping for food items
Focused on healthy/organic for at least 4 family members, guests occasionally
Prep lunch in advance (for children to bring to school); and principals as needed
Consult with clients to identify their dietary needs and taste preferences
Plan meals that align with those preferences and requirements
Shop for ingredients (going to fish markets, prioritizing only whole foods and natural ingredients)
Prepare a wide variety of nutritious and satisfying meals, comfortable with feedback and testing out new recipes
Leave heating instructions for clients to follow as necessary
Maintaining the cleanliness of a home by wiping down surfaces, clearing the table, cleaning kitchen floors, and keeping kitchen clean in general
Additional duties as assigned