Chef and Corporate Flight Attendant (CFA) – Private Jet

Location: Based in or willing to relocate to New York City

Compensation: $200,000–$250,000 DOE + Full Benefits Package

Job Description Chef and Corporate Flight Attendant (CFA) – Private Jet

A private UHNW client is seeking a skilled Chef and Corporate Flight Attendant (CFA) to join their private aviation team. This full-time, travel-intensive role requires exceptional attention to detail, discretion, and hospitality, with a particular focus on culinary expertise, maintaining a safe Cabin environment, and personalized service.

The ideal candidate will have a refined presence, be adaptable to dynamic travel schedules, and bring a proactive, polished, and service-first mindset. Prior experience as a CFA is preferred, although not required, if the candidate brings significant experience in hospitality or private service combined with a strong culinary background.

Key Responsibilities:

• Culinary Execution & Meal Service
• Prepare and serve high-end, multi-course meals with restaurant-quality plating in the sky
• Source and provision ingredients globally based on guest preferences and dietary needs
• Maintain impeccable galley standards, including sanitation and inventory
• Comfort filleting, gutting, and scaling fish 
• On certain trips, coordinate with chefs or catering teams for special menus and international provisioning
• Note: Detailed dietary preferences will be shared once a candidate is selected for a trial and has completed a signed NDA

• Cabin & Guest Experience
• Deliver warm, anticipatory service tailored to the family’s preferences
• Maintain a pristine cabin environment at all times (pre-, during, and post-flight)
• Create a calming, discreet, and professional atmosphere onboard
• Manage in-flight entertainment, amenities, and guest requests with discretion and speed
• FAA standards to be met at All times on the aircraft 

• Pre-/Post-Flight Duties
• Prepare and stock the aircraft before departure and after landing for overnights or return to base
• Ensure safety and sanitation regulations are upheld at all times
• Coordinate with the flight crew and management to align on trip logistics
• Responsible for all dishes, flatware, etc and to leave the kitchen and bathrooms clean
• Maintain inventory of supplies, restock as needed, and track expiration dates
• Responsible for all bedding and linens required for births.

• Administrative & Logistical
• Submit expense reports, provisioning documentation, and catering records
• Manage global provisioning logistics when flying internationally
• Stay up to date on crew protocols, FAA compliance, and emergency procedures

Requirements:

• Heavy culinary background (restaurant, private chef, or catering experience ideal)
• Prior corporate or commercial FA experience preferred, but negotiable
• FAA-compliant safety training and valid crew badging credentials
• Must be U.S.-based with a valid American passport
• Willing to relocate to New York City or be NYC-based
• Must pass a thorough background check, drug, and alcohol screening
• Impeccable references and history of discretion with HNW or private clients

Travel & Scheduling:

• Average 12–15 travel days per month
• 40–45 annual trips, including business and day trips
• 3-week annual aircraft maintenance period (typically downtime)
• Must have schedule flexibility and 24/7 availability during active travel windows

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary: $200,000 – $250,000 DOE
• Benefits Package Includes:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Paid time off and leave are structured around the flight schedule
• Provisioning budget as needed for flights