Private Sous Chef - Midtown NYC

Elite Private Chefs • New York, NY

65d • $150,000

About The Position

Elite Private Chefs is seeking an experienced, highly skilled, and discreet Private Sous Chef to work alongside a lead chef serving dinners to an elite UHNW family in Midtown Manhattan, as well as cooking Lunch for Principal's Office staff of 30, 2 blocks away. This is a unique opportunity to support both private family dining and executive-level meal service in an exclusive, high-end setting. We’re looking for a classically trained chef; Michelin experience and plant-based cooking experience are both strong pluses. The ideal candidate has a calm, professional demeanor, is great with children, and can work collaboratively or independently with equal ease. The main principal maintains a health-conscious lifestyle and prefers meals with balanced proteins and carbohydrates.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a chef/private chef, ideally for high-profile or UHNW households or in high-end restaurant/luxury settings
• Friendly, team-oriented attitude with excellent communication skills
• Impeccable cleanliness, organization, and attention to detail
• Flexible and proactive, able to adapt to changing household schedules and needs
• Must demonstrate a high level of discretion and commitment to client privacy
• Strong foundation in diverse culinary techniques and global cuisines
• Maintain a spotless, well-organized kitchen and uphold top-tier food safety and hygiene standards
• Source fresh, seasonal, and premium ingredients; manage inventory and supplier relationships
• Accommodate dietary restrictions and wellness-focused meal planning (e.g., gluten-free, vegan, keto)
• Occasionally assist with private events, dinner parties, or special gatherings

Nice To Haves

• Michelin experience
• Plant-based cooking experience

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the head chef to plan and execute menus for both the family and office
• Prepare high-quality, healthy meals with balanced proteins, grains, and vegetables
• Demonstrate classical culinary techniques with refined execution; Michelin or fine-dining background strongly preferred
• Incorporate plant-forward and health-conscious cooking into daily meals
• Maintain a calm demeanor amongst a very personable household; must be kind, open, and comfortable around children
• Manage dual operations between the office and private residence kitchens
• Assist in menus focused on weekly seasonal, Mediterranean, and wellness-oriented cuisine
• Support private entertaining or special events as needed

Benefits

• Compensation: $150,000+ DOE
• Includes benefits, insurance, and PTO

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level