Part-Time Private Chef - UHNW Private Client

Career Group; New Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Career Group is seeking a Part-Time Private Chef for a UHNW household in New Canaan, CT, with occasional winter travel to Palm Beach, FL. The role focuses on low-histamine, SIBO-friendly, and gluten-conscious cooking, with menu planning and ingredient sourcing.

Responsibilities include preparing meals for the Principal and her husband, managing groceries and pantry, and maintaining strict confidentiality. Flexible schedule expected, about 3 days per week, plus occasional weekends.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience as a Private Chef in a high-end private household.
• Experience cooking for clients with specialized dietary needs and medical diets.
• Strong knowledge of low-histamine, SIBO-friendly and allergy-conscious cooking.
• Experience with Celiac-safe food preparation and cross-contamination prevention.
• Solid food safety, sourcing, and storage practices.
• Creative culinary skills within dietary guidelines.
• Excellent organization and time-management abilities.
• Strong communication and client-feedback integration.
• Flexible schedule ~3 days per week, 1–2 weekends per month; occasional travel to Palm Beach, FL.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, dietary-specific meals focused on low-histamine and SIBO-friendly cuisine.
• Develop customized weekly menus according to family preferences and dietary needs.
• Source fresh ingredients and ensure meals meet dietary guidelines.
• Store and handle food properly, including flash freezing where appropriate.
• Prepare meals for the Principal and her husband while accommodating different diets.
• Manage grocery shopping, pantry organization, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Assist with meals for holidays and small gatherings.
• Adapt menus around travel between New York City and Palm Beach.
• Maintain professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Skills

Private kitchen management

Celiac-safe cooking

Low-histamine cooking

SIBO-friendly cooking

Gluten-conscious cooking

Dietary restriction knowledge

Menu planning

Travel readiness

Discretion & confidentiality

Education

Culinary education or formal training preferred

Job description

Our client, a UHNW Private Client, is seeking a Part-Time Private Chef to join their household in New Canaan, CT, with occasional travel to Palm Beach, FL during the winter months.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare fresh, high-quality meals with a focus on low-histamine, SIBO-friendly, and gluten-conscious cuisine.
• Prepare Celiac-safe meals when certain family members are in residence.
• Create customized weekly menus based on the family's preferences and dietary requirements.
• Source fresh ingredients and ensure all meals meet established dietary guidelines.
• Utilize proper food storage techniques, including flash freezing prepared meals.
• Prepare meals for the Principal and her husband while accommodating different dietary preferences.
• Manage grocery shopping, pantry organization, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Assist with meal preparation for holidays and occasional small gatherings.
• Adapt menus and schedules around the family's travel between New York City and Palm Beach.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Requirements:

• 3-5+ years of experience as a Private Chef, preferably within a high-end private household.
• Experience preparing meals for clients with specialized dietary needs, including food allergies, digestive health concerns, or physician-directed meal plans.
• Strong understanding of low-histamine, SIBO-friendly, gluten-conscious, and allergy-sensitive cooking.
• Knowledge of Celiac-safe food preparation and cross-contamination prevention.
• Strong understanding of food safety, ingredient sourcing, and proper food storage.
• Creative culinary skills with the ability to develop flavorful meals within dietary guidelines.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to incorporate client feedback.
• Flexible schedule with availability approximately 3 days per week, including 1-2 weekends per month as needed.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to Palm Beach, FL during the winter months.
• Professional, discreet, and committed to maintaining confidentiality.
• Culinary education or formal training preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.
• Ability to provide professional references.