Full-time Personal Chef - Philadelphia, PA
About The Position
This full-time Personal Chef position serves clients in Philadelphia and nearby communities. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., with no regular late nights or weekends. Chefs serve 8–9 clients per week, managing grocery shopping, meal planning, cooking, and kitchen cleanup. The role offers direct client interaction and creative freedom across a variety of cuisines. In addition to weekly meal preparation, chefs may host private dining events and dinner parties, teach cooking classes, lead corporate team-building workshops, and contribute to menu design and event catering projects. The company provides hands-on training, mentorship, and career development, with potential growth into private chef, event chef, or culinary leadership roles. Travel may be required during training and is compensated. A raise at the one-year mark may be available based on favorable performance evaluations.
Requirements
- At least two years of line experience.
- Two years of culinary experience (required).
- Four years of cooking experience (required).
- ServSafe Manager certification.
- State-specific allergen certification.
- Reliable vehicle.
- Sense of urgency, people skills, and attention to detail.
- Applicants offered a position are subject to a background check.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience or familiarity with computers, email, Google Workspace, and social media.
- A cover letter is highly encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Shop for groceries for clients.
- Plan meals and create menus.
- Prepare meals for 8–9 clients per week.
- Clean up kitchens after cooking.
- Host private dining events and dinner parties.
- Teach cooking classes.
- Lead corporate team-building cooking workshops.
- Support menu design and event catering projects.
Benefits
- Retirement plan
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance after 90 days of employment
- Dental insurance after 90 days of employment
- Vision insurance after 90 days of employment
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Accident and critical illness insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Dependent Care Account (DCA)
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Bonus pay
- Unlimited referral bonuses
- Paid training
- Compensated travel during training
- Opportunity for a raise at the one-year mark, contingent on favorable performance evaluations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
