Chef jobs in New York

Viva Chefs; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A personal meal preparation service in New York seeks an experienced Private Chef to provide personalized meal preparation for clients. Responsibilities include traveling to clients' homes, planning menus, and ensuring food safety. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience in a restaurant kitchen, reliable transportation, and strong communication skills. The role offers the chance to work independently and accommodate diverse dietary needs.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a scratch restaurant kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition and dietary accommodations.
• Reliable transportation to travel to client homes.
• Food handler's certification (or willingness to obtain one).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working independently in private home kitchens.
• Consistent availability for recurring weekly appointments.

Responsabilidades

• Travel to clients' homes to prepare fresh, personalized meals.
• Plan weekly menus based on each client's dietary needs and preferences.
• Shop for fresh, high-quality ingredients before each session.
• Cook, portion, label, and store meals for easy reheating.
• Clean the kitchen thoroughly after every cooking session.
• Communicate with clients to refine menus and incorporate feedback.
• Accommodate a wide range of diets including low sodium, diabetic friendly, gluten free, keto, vegan, and more.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of nutrition

Experience in meal prep

Descripción del empleo

Responsibilities

• Travel to clients' homes to prepare fresh, personalized meals
• Plan weekly menus based on each client's dietary needs and preferences
• Shop for fresh, high quality ingredients before each session
• Cook, portion, label, and store meals for easy reheating
• Clean the kitchen thoroughly after every cooking session
• Communicate with clients to refine menus and incorporate feedback
• Accommodate a wide range of diets including low sodium, diabetic friendly, gluten free, keto, vegan, and more

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a scratch restaurant kitchen
• Strong knowledge of nutrition and dietary accommodations
• Reliable transportation to travel to client homes
• Food handler's certification (or willingness to obtain one)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working independently in private home kitchens
• Consistent availability for recurring weekly appointments

Nice to Have

• Experience as a private or personal chef
• ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification
• Familiarity with postpartum, senior, or medical diets
• Multilingual abilities
• Experience with meal prep and batch cooking