NYC-BASED TRAVEL CHEF – ROLE IS ON HOLD UNTIL LABOR DAY

Sorensen Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dependent health coverage

Bonus opportunity

Full benefits

Job summary

Sorensen Staffing is seeking a NYC-based Travel Chef to support a private household with frequent travel to Miami. This role requires strong kitchen management skills and the ability to maintain dietary protocols in a discreet environment. Compensation includes up to $250K with full benefits and bonus opportunities.

Ideal candidates will have experience as Executive Sous Chef in fine dining and proven private chef experience. Professionalism and discretion are essential, along with a high commitment to food safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Executive Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine experience in a fine dining restaurant required.
• 3+ years of Private Chef experience with one family preferred.
• Proven ability to run a kitchen independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily meals for the family based on dietary guidelines.
• Travel frequently to Miami and manage kitchen responsibilities.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and organization.

Skills

Food safety awareness

Dietary restrictions understanding

Kitchen management

Professional discretion

Job description

New York, United States | Posted on 05/05/2026

• Salary: $250K + full benefits and bonus opportunity
• City: New York
• State/Province: New York
• Country: United States

Job Description

NYC-BASED TRAVEL CHEF

Location: New York City (live-out), Miami and other domestic destinations.

Compensation: Up to $250K + DOE + full benefits + bonus opportunity.

Chefs must currently be based in New York City; ability to relocate is not sufficient.

Executive Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine experience in a well-regarded or fine‑dining restaurant is required.

Heart of the Role

Our client is seeking a Travel Chef to work within a team of Chefs to support a private household. With frequent travel to Miami, this is a structured, independent position for a chef who takes complete ownership of the kitchen — including planning, sourcing, execution, and organization and adherence to culinary guidelines.

Discretion is fundamental. The chef will work in a private, high‑trust environment with regular family interaction and must operate with sound judgment, strong boundaries, and complete confidentiality at all times.

The role is manageable and runs smoothly once the chef is fully up to speed on the family’s preferences and dietary protocols. The expectation is consistency and reliability day to day.

The food is clean, high‑quality, and consistent rather than overly complex. There is a defined set of dietary requirements, including strict allergy protocols, which must be followed precisely.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare daily lunch and dinner for the family
• Execute within established dietary guidelines and preferences
• Maintain strict adherence to allergy protocols
• Oversee all sourcing, shopping, and kitchen organization
• Plan and execute weekly menus
• Travel regularly to Miami and work across multiple residences
• Prepare occasional meals for small groups (typically under 10)
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen
• Operate professionally in an open kitchen environment with regular family interaction

Qualifications

• Executive Sous Chef or Chef de Cuisine experience in a well-regarded or fine dining restaurant (Hard requirement)
• Minimum 3+ years of Private Chef experience (Hard requirement) with one family (High preferred)
• Proven ability to run a kitchen independently with structure and consistency
• Strong understanding of food safety, dietary restrictions, and allergies
• High level of discretion and professionalism in private settings
• Comfortable with frequent travel
• References and background check required
• Travel: Frequent (primarily Miami)
• Schedule: Typically 9:30am – 6:30/7:30pm; flexibility required
• Environment: Private, discreet household that values privacy.
• Benefits include dependent health coverage