Full-time Personal Chef - Madison, WI

Tiny Spoon Chef

Madison (WI)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 39,000

Full time

18 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan (401k)

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Dependent Care Account (DCA)

Paid Time Off

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Tiny Spoon Chef is seeking a full-time personal chef in Madison, WI, offering regular Monday–Friday hours (8am–6pm) with evenings and weekends free. The role emphasizes direct client interaction, menu freedom, and growth into private chef, event chef, or culinary leadership positions.

Compensation is $25–$28 per hour with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development. Background checks and E-Verify are part of the application process.

Qualifications

Minimum four years of line cook experience and sense of urgency.
Strong people skills and attention to detail.
ServSafe Manager certification and state allergen knowledge; reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

People skills

Attention to detail

ServSafe Manager certification

Culinary experience

Reliable vehicle

Tools

Google Workspaces

Email tools

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, 8am–6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE.

Description

Beyond Weekly Meal Prep, Our Chefs Also

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

What Makes This Role Different from Restaurant Kitchen Jobs?

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’re someone who enjoys 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.

Pay

$25 - 28 per hour

Benefits

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

Qualified applicants should have a minimum of four years of line experience, a sense of urgency, people skills, attention to detail, ServSafe Manager certification and state‑specific Allergen, and have a reliable vehicle.

Previous experience/familiarity with computer/email/Google Workspaces/social media is preferred. All applicants offered a position will be subject to a background check.

Please note that we use E-Verify to electronically confirm Form I-9 information to verify employee's identity and 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)

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