Private Chef

Harper Associates; Birmingham (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A private employer in Birmingham, MI is seeking a Sous Chef with culinary skills and a passion for food. The role involves assisting the Executive Chef with meal preparations, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and managing inventory. Ideal candidates should possess a culinary degree or ACF apprenticeship and be adaptable to different cuisines. This full-time position requires flexibility to work various hours, including weekends and holidays. Medical and vision insurance are part of the benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Applicant should have a basic understanding of various cuisines, ingredients, and cooking techniques.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends, nights, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist Executive Chef with meal planning, grocery shopping, and meal preparations.
• Maintain high standards of taste and presentation in meals.
• Prioritize kitchen hygiene and food safety.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Assist with managing inventory of food and beverages.

Skills

Basic understanding of various cuisines

Basic butchery skills

Baking skills

Pasta-making skills

Adaptability to new techniques

Education

Culinary Degree or ACF apprenticeship

Job description

Job Title: Sous Chef for Private Family – Birmingham, MI

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 4:00 pm (flexible to work overtime when needed).

Will work together with the Private Family Executive Chef.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Culinary: Assist Executive Chef with meal planning, grocery shopping and preparations of all meals. Cook meals according to the chef’s instructions, maintaining high standards of taste and presentation. Source and order high-quality ingredients, keeping track of inventory and ensuring freshness.
• Cleanliness and Organization: Always prioritize kitchen hygiene and food safety. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Communication: Maintain clear and open lines of communication with the Executive Chef and other team members.
• Inventory management: Assist with managing inventory of food and beverages throughout all properties.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to new techniques, recipes, client preferences and requests.
• Passion for Culinary Arts: Stay passionate about cooking and continuously seek ways to improve your skills and knowledge.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Culinary: Applicant should have a basic understanding of various cuisines, ingredients, and cooking techniques. Basic butchery, baking, and pasta‑making skills are required.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends, nights and holidays.
• Education: Culinary Degree or ACF apprenticeship; foodie who enjoys hands‑on experience.

Please email resume to [e-mail]

Direct: 248-737-0431 / Fax [phone]

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Customer Service, Product Management, and Purchasing

Industries

Restaurants, Food and Beverage Services, and Hospitality

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance