Job Description
Private Chef
Job #: J2086
MUST SIGN A NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT (NDA)
Position Details: Live-Out, Full-Time, Permanent
Location: McLean, VA
Days: Mon-Fri
Hours: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM ( Flexible )
Compensation: $90,000 to $100,000 per year, Paid via W2 (paid on the books)
Additional Benefits: Health insurance supplement considered
Start Date: 1/26/2026
A private family in McLean, VA is seeking an experienced and discreet private chef to prepare wellness-focused meals tailored to dietary preferences and health goals. The role includes menu planning, sourcing high-quality ingredients, and preparing nutritious meals while maintaining exceptional kitchen standards. The ideal candidate is flexible, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a private household with strict confidentiality. It's a gluten and dairy-free home.
Main Work Duties:
- Plan and prepare daily meals focused on nutrition, wellness, and balanced living.
- Prepare meals for family members, guests, and special events.
- Design customized menus based on client preferences, dietary restrictions, and health goals.
- Source and shop for high-quality, organic, and seasonal ingredients locally and while traveling.
- Adapt menus and cooking methods to different kitchens as needed.
- Prepare meals for family members, guests, and special events.
- Coordinate meals around client schedules, travel, and lifestyle needs.
- Collaborate with nutritionists, trainers, doctors, and household staff when applicable.
- Monitor and accommodate food allergies, sensitivities, and medical or dietary requirements.
- Maintain exceptional food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization standards.
- Manage kitchen inventory, meal prep schedules, and proper food storage.
- Accommodate last-minute requests and menu changes.
- Clean and maintain all kitchen areas, appliances, and tools use.
Required Qualities:
- Ability to design customized menus based on dietary needs (organic, gluten-free, dairy-free, kosher meats).
- Strong understanding of clean cooking techniques that preserve nutrients and flavor.
- Experience sourcing high-quality, seasonal, and organic ingredients locally.
- Comfortable harvesting ingredients from a vegetable garden as needed.
- Adaptable to different kitchens, equipment, and environments while traveling.
- Maintains discretion, professionalism, and strict respect for client privacy.
- Able to plan, prep, and execute meals efficiently, including while traveling or on tight schedules.
- Knowledge of international cuisines with a healthy, refined approach.
- Strong food safety, sanitation, and allergen-awareness practices.
- Excellent organizational skills, including shopping, inventory management, and meal scheduling.
- Calm and composed under pressure.
- Strong communication skills to understand and adapt to evolving client preferences and health goals.
- Genuine passion for wellness-focused cuisine and continued learning.
Requirements:
- At least 3 years of chef experience in a private home.
- Excellent references from both current and previous employers.
- Ability to work independently.
- Must speak and be able to communicate well in English.
- Authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
- Valid Driver's license and clean driving record.
- Valid US passport.
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Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Live out, Flexible hours,