Full-time Personal Chef - Summit, NJ
About The Position
This full-time personal chef position offers a better work-life balance and career growth compared to typical sous chef or line cook roles. The position is Monday through Friday, 8am–6pm, providing evenings and weekends off. In this role, you will serve 8–9 clients weekly, managing grocery shopping, meal planning, cooking, and kitchen cleanup. You will have the opportunity to explore various cuisines and build relationships with clients. Beyond weekly meal preparation, chefs may also host private dining events, teach cooking classes, lead corporate team-building workshops, and support special projects like menu design and event catering. This role differs from restaurant kitchen jobs by offering consistent Monday-Friday hours, direct client interaction, creative menu freedom, and opportunities for growth into events, education, and leadership. The company invests in chefs through training, mentorship, and career development programs, offering significant growth potential for motivated individuals.
Requirements
- Minimum of four years of line experience.
- Sense of urgency.
- People skills.
- Attention to detail.
- 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.
- A cover letter is highly encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Handle weekly grocery shopping, meal planning, cooking, and kitchen clean-up for 8-9 clients per week.
- 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
- 401k Matching
- Health Insurance (After 90 days of employment)
- Dental Insurance (After 90 days of employment)
- 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
- Opportunity for a raise at the 1-year mark, contingent upon favorable performance evaluations.
- Unlimited referral bonuses.
- Paid training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
