About this opportunity
APS LLC lists this Personal Chef opportunity in bergen county, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About the Role
A family office in Englewood, New Jersey is seeking a dependable and thoughtful Personal Chef to prepare fresh, healthy meals for a private family.
The chef will prepare a light lunch for the principal and dinner for the family, generally five to six days per week. The role is centered on sourcing high-quality ingredients, preparing meals in a newly built professional kitchen in Englewood, and delivering the completed meals to the family’s nearby residence.
The ideal candidate enjoys cooking broadly healthy and varied cuisine, takes pride in using fresh ingredients, and can adapt menus based on the family’s preferences and feedback. We are open to candidates from a range of culinary backgrounds, including experienced private chefs, restaurant or hospitality professionals, and talented chefs seeking to transition into a private-family setting.
This is a contract role with some work from home flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
Plan varied, balanced, and health-conscious meals in consultation with the family
Prepare a light daily lunch for the principal and dinner for the family
Develop menus that reflect the family’s preferences, dietary needs, and feedback
Shop frequently for fresh, high-quality produce, proteins, and other ingredients
Package and deliver completed meals to the family’s nearby residence
Accommodate dietary restrictions, allergies, changing schedules, and special requests
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and well-organized kitchen
Manage ingredient inventory, minimize waste, and replenish kitchen staples
Maintain appropriate food-storage, labeling, and food-safety practices
Communicate proactively regarding menus, ingredient availability, schedule changes, and family feedback
Occasionally prepare meals for guests, special occasions, or changes in the family’s normal routine
Qualifications
Strong cooking and meal-preparation skills
Experience with dietary preferences and restrictions, and ensuring high-quality, healthy meals
Sound knowledge of fresh ingredients, nutrition-conscious cooking, and proper food handling
Experience with menu planning, grocery shopping, and kitchen organization
Excellent communication skills to tailor meal plans and adjust recipes based on client feedback
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Reliable, punctual, self-directed, and attentive to detail
Professional communication skills and openness to constructive feedback
High degree of discretion, judgment, and respect for the family’s privacy
Flexibility to work both in-person and remotely as needed
Valid driver’s license, reliable personal transportation, and the ability to transport groceries and prepared meals
Preferred, but Not Required
3+ years of professional culinary experience, with private-chef, private-household, catering, or comparable independent meal-service experience preferred
Culinary degree, professional training, or relevant certification
Familiarity with high-quality food markets and specialty suppliers in Northern New Jersey or New York City
Experience shopping at New York City markets and commuting to Englewood may be particularly useful, although it is not required
Who can apply
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