Traveling Private Chef
hace 26 días
New York
Traveling Private Chef Division: Private Household / Culinary Ref ID: R49739611114 Location: New York, NY 10011 (Extensive international travel, primarily Europe) Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 Schedule: Full-time; must have open flexibility for frequent and extended travel (Traveling weeks to months at a time). Compensation: Competitive salary commensurate with experience; full benefits offered Position Overview A private couple based in New York City is seeking an exceptionally talented and highly adaptable Traveling Private Chef to join their household. The role requires frequent international travel — primarily throughout Europe — and the ability to seamlessly operate in multiple residential kitchens and environments. The ideal candidate will have formal training from a top culinary institution, a strong background in prestigious, high-end restaurants, and the ability to create healthy, beautifully plated cuisine across a variety of culinary styles. The chef will cook primarily for the couple, with occasional meal service for their adult children when visiting, and will also support intimate dinner parties and special events. This is an extraordinary opportunity for a polished, creative, and professional chef who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced private household setting and appreciates the demands of frequent travel. Application Instructions: To be considered, please submit your application directly through this job ad or visit . Please email your resume and food photos to . Food Photos: 8-10 plated, styled dishes showcasing your cooking style and creativity. No family style photos. Formal plated dishes only. Responsibilities Plan, prepare, and execute daily meals for the principals, focusing on healthy, seasonal, and visually refined cuisine Travel extensively with the family across Europe and other destinations as needed Adapt menus and cooking styles to various kitchens, local ingredients, and regional environments Prepare a wide variety of cuisines, meeting dietary preferences and maintaining top-tier standards Handle meal planning, shopping, and sourcing of high-quality ingredients locally and abroad Manage kitchen organization, cleanliness, food storage, and sanitation in all locations Assist with intimate dinner parties, events, and hosting when required Provide beautifully plated dishes appropriate for both casual and formal dining Collaborate with household staff and maintain a professional, discreet, and service-oriented attitude Maintain flexibility with changing schedules, last-minute travel, and evolving meal preferences Ensure confidentiality, professionalism, and excellent judgment at all times Qualifications 2 - 3 years of experience as a Private Chef Formal culinary training from a top accredited culinary institution (required) Extensive experience in Michelin-starred or other high-end restaurant settings Excellent references from previous employers Strong repertoire of global cuisines with an emphasis on healthy, elegant, and modern cooking Experience working in private households preferred Ability to travel internationally for long and short periods, often with short notice Highly organized, meticulous, and capable of independently managing a kitchen Polished presentation, excellent communication skills, and a calm, professional demeanor Ability to adapt to varying kitchen environments and ingredient availability Must hold valid U.S. work authorization and a passport suitable for international travel