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Private Chef

Private Family
Woodside, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/4/2026
Private Chef | Woodside, CAA family in Woodside, CA is seeking an excellent Private Chef to prepare weekday meals for a family of four (two adults and two children under 5). No private chef experience required and recent industry experience at a high level - Chef de Cuisine or Executive Chef - strongly preferred. Dinners only, competitive salary, full healthcare benefits. Open to candidates locally and out of state. Must be a non-smoker, able to pass an in-depth background check, and provide excellent professional references.Position OverviewThe family prioritizes flavorful, ingredient-driven, fresh food. The ideal chef is someone who is comfortable cooking an extensive range of cuisines (Mediterranean, Mexican, Japanese, etc.), creative and passionate about food, and has deep experience in every aspect of food creation, from pickling to pasta making to menu creation. Some household members are vegetarian and chef should be familiar with cooking protein-rich vegetarian cuisine.ResponsibilitiesPrepare and serve weekday dinnersCreate varied, creative menus for each week that cover a variety of cuisinesProvide healthy snacks and fresh fruits for the homeCook with fresh, whole ingredients Incorporate vegetable-heavy, high-protein dishesPrepare meals for occasional small events or gatheringsMaintain a well-organized kitchen and handle all grocery purchasingWork independently and communicate clearly about preferences and schedulingScheduleFive days per week; Monday through Friday8 hours per shift, typically daytimeChef prepares dinner for the day, serves, does final clean, then departs. Dinner service is at 6pm. Some weekend days required (<1x/month) if family is hosting a dinner on the weekend Compensation & Benefits$180k-220k Depending on Experience Paid vacation and paid sick leaveFull healthcare benefits Discretionary annual bonusQualified chefs will be invited for a paid cooking trialIdeal CandidateSomeone who:Brings positive energy, humor, and professionalismUnderstands food deeply and is comfortable with ingredient-driven, vegetable-forward cuisine Is reliable, organized, and communicativeRespects the family’s privacy and home environmentEnjoys variety — from Mediterranean to Japanese, Mexican, Italian, and IndianTakes pride in consistency and delivering high-quality meals More detail about Private Family, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/1037085-Private-Family

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