Job Title: NEW YORK CITY - EXECUTIVE PRIVATE CHEFS
Location: New York City
Salary: $175,000 - $225,000 DOE + Benefits
Employment Type: Full-Time, Live-out (potential seasonal travel to the Hamptons)
Reports To: Principals & Estate Manager
Position Summary:
A private, health-conscious high-net-worth household is seeking talented and experienced Executive Chefs (2) with a strong focus on nutritious, clean, and elevated cuisine. The ideal candidate(s) will be passionate about wellness, well-versed in a variety of dietary lifestyles and capable of delivering high-end meals that are both nourishing and beautifully presented. The candidate(s), if hired, will work closely with the family's nutritionist.
This is a unique opportunity for two chefs who value quality, sustainability, and holistic well-being, and who thrive in a discreet, fast-paced, and service-oriented environment. The role requires culinary creativity, a strong nutritional foundation, and a deep respect for organic, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and prepare clean, seasonal, and nutrient-dense menus that align with the principal’s lifestyle and health goals
- Craft personalized meal plans, daily meals, and snacks tailored to dietary needs and preferences.
- Use functional, high-integrity ingredients sourced from trusted organic, local, and specialty purveyors.
- Develop consistent hospitality and culinary standards across all properties, including main residence, secondary homes and private aircraft.
- Informal meal service as required.
- Travel as needed to set up or oversee kitchen operations during the principals’ stays at secondary homes or while onboard aircraft.
- Collaborate with the Estate Manager to identify staffing needs and recruit, vet, and onboard additional chefs and kitchen staff for summer months or travel support.
- Lead training and mentorship of junior and plane chefs to ensure consistency in food quality, safety, and presentation.
- Oversee scheduling, coordination, and performance of the culinary team across multiple properties.
- Maintain clear and professional communication with other household staff to ensure seamless service.
- Maintain immaculate kitchen environments and enforce strict standards of food safety, hygiene, and allergen control.
- Manage food budgets, inventory, and provisioning schedules.
- Recommend and oversee kitchen appliances, tools, and design modifications to optimize function and wellness-focused cooking techniques
- Organize food storage and transport logistics for private jet travel.
- Oversight and direction of the family's organic vegetables garden and bee hives with a view to creating produce to be preserved for consumption at other homes and gifting.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 10+ years of professional culinary experience, with at least 3–5 years in a private household, luxury hospitality, or wellness retreat setting.
- Deep knowledge of healthy, functional, and specialty diets; formal nutrition training or certifications a plus.
- Proven experience managing multi-property culinary operations and hiring/training culinary staff.
- Culinary degree from an accredited institution preferred.
- Experience with private jet or yacht catering is strongly preferred.
- Highly discreet, professional, and trustworthy, with a calm demeanor under pressure.
- Ability to travel frequently and work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends, based on the principal’s schedule.
- Valid passport and driver’s license required, background and reference checks mandatory.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Top-tier salary commensurate with experience
- Performance-based bonus potential
- Health insurance and wellness benefits
- Paid vacation and travel expenses
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