Private Chef — Custom Diet-Friendly Meals for Clients

Viva Chefs; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A personalized meal preparation company in San Jose is seeking a skilled personal chef to create fresh, customized meals in clients' homes. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years in a restaurant kitchen, robust knowledge of nutrition, and the ability to accommodate diverse dietary needs. Responsibilities include menu planning, cooking, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. This role requires reliable transportation and consistent weekly availability. Join our dedicated team to help clients enjoy healthy dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a scratch restaurant kitchen.
• Reliable transportation to travel to client homes.
• Comfortable working independently in private home kitchens.
• Consistent availability for recurring weekly appointments.

Responsibilities

• Travel to clients' homes to prepare fresh, personalized meals.
• Plan weekly menus based on each client's dietary needs and preferences.
• Cook, portion, label, and store meals for easy reheating.
• Clean the kitchen thoroughly after every cooking session.
• Accommodate a wide range of diets including low sodium, diabetic friendly, gluten free, keto, vegan, and more.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of nutrition and dietary accommodations

Experience in meal prep and batch cooking

Multilingual abilities

Education

Food handler's certification (or willingness to obtain one)

Job description

A personalized meal preparation company in San Jose is seeking a skilled personal chef to create fresh, customized meals in clients' homes. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years in a restaurant kitchen, robust knowledge of nutrition, and the ability to accommodate diverse dietary needs. Responsibilities include menu planning, cooking, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. This role requires reliable transportation and consistent weekly availability. Join our dedicated team to help clients enjoy healthy dining experiences.