Private Chef (part time)

Higher Staffing; Short Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Part time

Job summary

A family in Short Hills, NJ, is looking for a private chef to prepare healthy meals for their household. The position can be either part-time or full-time based on the candidate's availability. Responsibilities include daily meal preparation, weekly menu planning, and light kitchen cleanup. The ideal candidate should be experienced in nutritious cooking, organized, and comfortable in an informal setting. The family travels during summer, offering flexibility for the right person.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing healthy meals for families.
• Ability to plan weekly menus and shop for groceries.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily healthy meals including breakfast, snacks, and dinner.
• Plan weekly menus and shop at the farmers market.
• Provide morning service starting around 6:00 AM.

Skills

Experienced with clean, nutritious cooking

Organized

Proactive

Professional & calm

Comfortable in a relaxed, informal household

Job description

Overview

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Private Chef – Part-Time or Full-Time (Live-Out)

Location: Short Hills, NJ

Compensation: $80,000+ DOE

A down-to-earth family of five is seeking a healthy, family-style private chef for a live-out role. Schedule may be part-time or full-time depending on candidate availability and fit.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily healthy meals (breakfast, snacks, and dinner)
• Morning service beginning around 6:00 AM (breakfast, fruit, packed lunch for parent)
• Return for afternoon snack and family-style dinner
• Weekly menu planning and farmers market shopping
• Light kitchen cleanup and tidying after meals

Ideal Profile

• Experienced with clean, nutritious cooking
• Organized, proactive, and comfortable planning ahead
• Professional & calm
• Comfortable in a relaxed, informal household
• No travel required; family travels 4–5 weeks during summer

Send resume, references, and portfolio (if available).

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