Elite Private Chefs

Elite Private Chefs

FT Private Chef Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia, PA · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 17 days ago
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About the role

  • This is a full-time role serving a household of five with a strong appreciation for high-quality, thoughtfully prepared meals.
  • The chef will be responsible for daily lunch and dinner service, with an emphasis on consistency, organization, and flexibility to meet the family's evolving schedule.

Responsibilities

  • Create diverse, high-quality meals across cuisines including Mexican, Mediterranean, American, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, and Japanese
  • Maintain a well-organized kitchen and manage pantry inventory, grocery sourcing, and food purchasing
  • Prepare light weekend provisions, including a stocked fridge and meal prep, with occasional support for the principal who enjoys cooking
  • We focus on building lasting chef-client relationships that support consistency, trust, and career longevity.
  • We thank you for considering Elite Private Chefs as a partner in your career.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Private Chef or in a high-end restaurant or luxury hospitality environment
  • Strong versatility across multiple cuisines with the ability to execute both refined and approachable dishes
  • Experience accommodating dietary preferences, including vegetarian cuisine
  • Ability to work independently while maintaining strong communication with the household
  • The ideal candidate will bring a balance of refined technique and approachable, homestyle cooking, with the ability to execute "Michelin-quality" cuisine in a relaxed, family-oriented setting.
  • ASAP (Test cook required)
  • Travel required, primarily to Avalon Beach, New Jersey (approximately 2 hours from Ambler), with staff housing provided; frequent summer stays including every other weekend

Compensation

  • $125,000+ annually + bonus + benefits (health, 401k) Household: 5 (2 adults, 3 children) Start Date: ASAP (Test cook required) Key
  • Additional travel includes the Bahamas (approximately 5 times per year) and occasional trips to Blackberry Mountain, Tennessee

Benefits

  • Participate in industry mixers, educational events, and collaborations that support long-term professional development.
  • Flexibility is required for occasional weekend shifts and holiday coverage

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