Full-time Personal Chef - Paterson, NJ

Tiny Spoon Chef, Inc • Paterson, NJ

1d • $27 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time personal chef position offers a better work-life balance than typical kitchen roles, with consistent Monday through Friday hours (8 am–6 pm), providing evenings and weekends off. The role involves serving 8-9 clients weekly, managing grocery shopping, meal planning, cooking, and kitchen cleanup. Chefs will have the opportunity to explore various cuisines, build client relationships, host private dining events, teach cooking classes, lead corporate team-building workshops, and support special projects like menu design and event catering. This position differs from restaurant jobs by offering predictable hours, direct client interaction, creative menu freedom, and growth opportunities beyond the kitchen into events, education, and leadership. The company invests in chefs through training, mentorship, and career development, offering potential for growth into private chef, event chef, or culinary leader roles. Performance and dedication are rewarded with a clear path to financial advancement, including potential raises after one year based on performance.

Requirements

• Minimum of four years of line experience
• ServSafe Manager certification
• State-specific Allergen certification
• Reliable vehicle
• Culinary Experience: 2 years (Required)
• Cooking: 2-4 years (Required)

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience/familiarity with computer/email/Google Workspaces/social media is preferred

Responsibilities

• Handle weekly grocery shopping for clients
• Plan meals for clients
• Cook meals for clients
• Clean client kitchens after cooking
• Host intimate private dining events and dinner parties
• Teach cooking classes as a culinary instructor
• Lead corporate team-building cooking workshops
• Support special projects such as menu design and event catering

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• 401k and 401k Matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (After 90 days of employment)
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Account (DCA)
• Paid Time Off
• Profit Sharing
• Paid training
• Bonus pay
• Unlimited referral bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed