Full-time Personal Chef - Chicago, IL

Tiny Spoon Chef; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,062 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan (401(k))

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Tiny Spoon Chef is seeking a full-time personal chef in Chicago to work Monday through Friday, 8 am–6 pm, offering evenings and weekends off for better work‑life balance.

You’ll care for 8–9 clients weekly, handling shopping, meal planning, cooking, and kitchen clean‑up while showcasing your culinary creativity across cuisines and building client relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of line experience.
• ServSafe Manager certification and state-specific Allergen certification.
• Reliable vehicle.
• Strong sense of urgency, people skills, and attention to detail.
• Culinary experience: 1 year.
• Cooking: 4 years.

Responsibilities

• Manage weekly grocery shopping for 8–9 clients.
• Plan menus and cook meals, then handle kitchen clean‑up.
• Provide intimate private dining experiences and dinner parties.
• Teach cooking classes as a culinary instructor.
• Lead corporate team-building cooking workshops.
• Assist with menu design and event catering.

Skills

Line cooking experience

People skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

ServSafe Manager certification

Allergen certification (state-specific)

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Description

Are you a culinary professional looking for more work‑life balance and career growth than a typical sous chef or line cook position can offer? This full‑time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8 am–6 pm, giving you evenings and weekends free.

In this role, you’ll work as a personal chef for 8–9 clients per week—handling weekly grocery shopping, meal planning, cooking, and kitchen clean‑up. You’ll have the chance to showcase your creativity in a variety of cuisines while building relationships with clients who appreciate your culinary expertise.

Additional duties

• Host intimate private dining events and dinner parties
• Teach cooking classes as a culinary instructor
• Lead corporate team‑building cooking workshops
• Support special projects such as menu design and event catering

Benefits that set this role apart

• Consistent, predictable Monday–Friday hours (no regular late nights or weekends)
• Direct client interaction and creative menu freedom
• Opportunities to grow beyond the kitchen into events, education, and leadership

Why Work With Us?

We invest in our chefs through hands‑on training, mentorship, and career development programs. If you enjoy taking initiative, building relationships, and driving growth, this role offers virtually unlimited potential.

At our company, we reward hard work, creativity, and dedication. You’ll be more than just a line cook or sous chef—you’ll have the opportunity to grow into a private chef, event chef, or culinary leader.

Compensation

Pay: $24–$26 per hour

Benefits

• Retirement Plan, 401(k) and 401(k) Matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (after 90 days of employment)
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Account (DCA)
• Paid Time Off
• Profit Sharing

We offer a clear pathway to financial advancement, with the opportunity for a well‑deserved raise at the 1 year mark contingent upon favorable performance evaluations.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of line experience
• ServSafe Manager certification and state‑specific Allergen certification
• Reliable vehicle
• Strong sense of urgency, people skills, and attention to detail
• Culinary Experience: 1 year (required)
• Cooking: 4 years (required)

Preferred Experience

Previous experience/familiarity with computer/email/Google Workspace/social media is preferred.

Additional Information

All applicants offered a position will be subject to a background check. We use E-Verify to electronically confirm Form I‑9 information and verify employment eligibility.

Travel may be required during training (TSC compensates for travel).

A cover letter is highly encouraged.

Interview Process: 15‑min fit call – Video interview – Bench Test, cook a meal (reimbursement) – Full Day Stage (paid).

Supplemental Pay Types

• Bonus pay
• Unlimited referral bonuses
• Paid training

Schedule

• 8‑hour shift
• 10‑hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday