Private Chef

Mahler Private Staffing•New York City, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Private Chef Full-Time with a 3 ½ day work week! A prominent, health-focused private family is seeking an exceptional Private Chef to join a busy and elevated culinary program in New York City (there are three other Chefs on this team). This role is ideal for a Chef who views food as medicine for a healthy life and delivers world-class cuisine. We are looking for a Chef who embodies professionalism and creativity, is calm under pressure, collaborative, and demonstrates deep nutritional knowledge. The ideal candidate is highly organized, warm and personable, service-oriented, and able to operate gracefully within a discreet, fast-paced private household. You will design and execute clean, seasonal, nutrient-dense menus, create personalized meal plans, and maintain culinary standards across all properties. Seasonal travel to the Hamptons (July and August) is a requirement. Immediate interviews available. Local candidates preferred.

Requirements

10+ years’ professional Chef experience, including experience in a private household, yacht, private aviation or ultra-luxury hospitality environment.
Strong background in clean eating, functional nutrition, and specialty diets; formal nutrition training is a plus.
Proven ability to manage multi-location operations and lead a culinary team.
Experience with private jet or yacht catering strongly preferred.
Culinary degree from an accredited institution desired.
High discretion, impeccable integrity, and a composed, service-forward demeanor.
Flexible travel schedule, including holidays and weekends.
Valid passport and driver’s license; background check required.

Nice To Haves

Formal nutrition training is a plus.
Culinary degree from an accredited institution desired.
Experience with private jet or yacht catering strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and prepare elevated, health-driven cuisine tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences.
Provide informal meal service to family and guests as required.
Source and work with organic, local, and specialty purveyors to ensure the highest ingredient integrity.
Maintain consistent culinary and hospitality standards across multiple homes and the family’s private aircraft.
Manage kitchen operations, hygiene standards, food safety, and allergen control with impeccable precision.
Manage budgets, inventory, provisioning, and kitchen organization across properties.
Coordinate culinary support for travel, including food transport and jet catering.
Partner with the Estate Manager and household team to provide seamless, discreet service.
Provide oversight and guidance for the family garden and beekeeping program, ensuring produce is maximized and preserved for use and gifting.