EC009 - Part-Time Chef - Manhattan

Overview

A private family in New York City is seeking an experienced, knowledgeable part-time private chef to prepare simple, wholesome, flavorful meals using high-quality organic ingredients. The family follows an anti-inflammatory diet, and one family member is gluten-free. Strong nutritional knowledge and the ability to source excellent organic produce are essential.

The chef will initially work three days per week, preparing fresh breakfasts and light lunches, as well as dinners for later in the day. The family would prefer meals to be prepared as freshly as possible. The position may expand to five days per week in the future.

The household includes a 10-year-old child, so the chef should be comfortable preparing healthy, appealing meals for both adults and children. The successful candidate will be responsible, professional, self-directed, and able to manage the kitchen independently while working collaboratively with the family’s long-standing household team.

Responsibilities

• Planning and preparing healthy, organic, anti-inflammatory, and gluten-free meals
• Preparing fresh breakfasts, light lunches, and dinners
• Sourcing high-quality organic produce and other ingredients
• Grocery shopping and maintaining appropriate kitchen and pantry supplies
• Accommodating the family’s dietary needs and preferences
• Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen
• Communicating effectively with the family and household staff
• Working collaboratively with three housekeepers and other long-term staff

Qualifications

• Spanish-language skills
• Experience cooking for families with school-aged children
• Familiarity with New York City’s organic markets, specialty grocers, and local food suppliers
• A flexible and collaborative approach to evolving schedules and family preferences
• Experience working alongside established household teams
• Nutrition-related training

Requirements

• Significant experience as a private chef
• Strong knowledge of nutrition, anti-inflammatory cooking, and gluten-free diets
• Excellent ingredient-sourcing skills, with an emphasis on fresh and organic produce
• Ability to prepare simple, nutritious, and flavorful food
• Professional, responsible, discreet, and team-oriented approach
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of the role
• Interest in a stable, long-term position

Salary and Benefits

• Three days per week. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
• $600 per day.