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Icy Strait Point LLC

Chef/Float

Hoonah, AK · On-site

$17/hr

Chef/Float POSITION DETAILS Reports to: Food & Beverage Supervisor Category: Seasonal (April - Mid ... Willing to live in a remote, rural community * Comfortable traveling by small plane or ferry * Able ...

LSG Sky Chefs

Head Chef

Seattle, WA · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Head Chef Job Location: Seattle-USA-98188 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $90,000.00 ... Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s) * Implement and ...

Icy Strait Point LLC

Chef/Float

Hoonah, AK · On-site

Chef/Float POSITION DETAILS Reports to: Food & Beverage Supervisor Category: Seasonal (April - Mid ... Willing to live in a remote, rural community * Comfortable traveling by small plane or ferry * Able ...

CocuSocial

Recreational Chef Instructor

Houston, TX · On-site

We are seeking experienced chef instructors to teach live, in-person recreational cooking, baking, and pastry classes. This opportunity is not virtual . This opportunity is available for chefs who ...

KLF Camp Staffing

Summer Camp chef

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$800 - $1.5K/wk

... chefs, line cook, special diet cooks....for the summer season of 2026 ... These are live-in positions and camp will provide free room & board plus transportation. Candidate ...

CocuSocial

Recreational Chef Instructor

Sacramento, CA · On-site

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CocuSocial

Recreational Chef Instructor

Houston, TX · On-site

We are seeking experienced chef instructors to teach live, in-person recreational cooking, baking, and pastry classes. This opportunity is not virtual . This opportunity is available for chefs who ...

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Recreational Chef Instructor

Miami, FL · On-site

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Recreational Chef Instructor

Houston, TX · On-site

We are seeking experienced chef instructors to teach live, in-person recreational cooking, baking, and pastry classes. This opportunity is not virtual . This opportunity is available for chefs who ...

CocuSocial

Recreational Chef Instructor

Boston, MA · On-site

We are seeking experienced chef instructors to teach live, in-person recreational cooking, baking, and pastry classes. This opportunity is not virtual . This opportunity is available for chefs who ...

SkyChefs - Seattle

Head Chef

Seatac, WA

$95K - $105K/yr

Role Purpose Statement The Head Chef collaborates closely with the Executive Chef to ensure ... Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s) * Implement and ...

Icy Strait Point LLC

Chef/Float (Hoonah)

Hoonah, AK

Chef/Float POSITION DETAILS Reports to: Food & Beverage Supervisor Category: Seasonal (April - Mid ... Willing to live in a remote, rural community * Comfortable traveling by small plane or ferry * Able ...

CocuSocial

Recreational Chef Instructor

Boston, MA · On-site

We are seeking experienced chef instructors to teach live, in-person recreational cooking, baking, and pastry classes. This opportunity is not virtual . This opportunity is available for chefs who ...

1 Hotels

Sous Chef

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$58K - $79K/yr

We're currently seeking a detail-obsessed Sous Chef with the leadership skills to motivate an ... live in. Founded in 2006 by Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Hotels is a luxury hotel brand management ...

Right At Home

Homemaker/Companion Live In

Wallingford, CT · On-site

$16.94 - $22/hr

Right At Home, In-Home Care is seeking Live-in Caregivers to work in the following targeted ... You don't have to be a gourmet chef but you can prepare a good meal and work your way around a ...

CocuSocial

Recreational Chef Instructor

Miami, FL · On-site

We are seeking experienced chef instructors to teach live, in-person recreational cooking, baking, and pastry classes. This opportunity is not virtual . This opportunity is available for chefs who ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for live in chef in the United States is $24.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Live In Chef, you need strong culinary skills, menu planning expertise, and a background in food safety, often supported by culinary school training or chef certifications. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, dietary management software, and inventory systems is typically required. Excellent organizational abilities, discretion, and the capacity to adapt to clients' preferences are standout soft skills for this role. These skills are crucial for delivering high-quality meals, maintaining a harmonious household, and meeting the specific needs of clients in a private setting.

What are live-in chefs?

Live-in chefs are professional cooks who reside at their employer's residence to prepare meals on a full-time basis. They are responsible for planning menus, shopping for ingredients, and cooking daily meals tailored to the household's preferences and dietary requirements. In addition to meal preparation, live-in chefs may also handle kitchen organization, staff management, and special event catering. This arrangement offers families the convenience of personalized, high-quality meals without needing to dine out or cook themselves. Live-in chefs often work for private households, estates, or high-profile individuals.

What are some unique challenges a Live In Chef may face compared to traditional restaurant chefs?

A Live In Chef often navigates the balance between privacy and professionalism, as they work within a client's home and may have to adjust to the household's routines and preferences. Unlike restaurant chefs, they typically manage all aspects of the kitchen, including meal planning, grocery shopping, and maintaining the kitchen's cleanliness. Flexibility is crucial, as schedules can change and dietary needs may shift quickly. Building strong communication and trust with the household is essential for success and long-term satisfaction in this role.

What is the difference between Live In Chef vs Personal Chef?

AspectLive In ChefPersonal Chef
CredentialsCulinary degree, certifications often preferredCulinary training, certifications optional
Work EnvironmentResides on client’s property, works full-timePrepares meals at client’s home, flexible hours
Employer & IndustryLuxury households, private estatesIndividuals, families, small groups
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for full-time, on-site culinary staffSeeking personalized, on-demand meal services

Live In Chefs typically reside on the client’s property, working full-time and providing daily meal preparation. Personal Chefs usually work on a part-time basis, preparing meals in the client’s home without residing there. Both roles require culinary skills, but Live In Chefs often need additional certifications and experience for full-time residence and duties.

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Chef/Float

Chef/Float

Icy Strait Point LLC

Hoonah, AK • On-site

$17/hr

Temporary

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Chef/Float


POSITION DETAILS

Reports to: Food & Beverage Supervisor

Category: Seasonal (April – Mid October in Hoonah, Alaska)

Salary Range: Hourly, with tips and bonus potential

SUMMARY

The basic duties of the Chef/Floater position at Icy Strait Point include arriving on time at the assigned venue in the uniform provided, maintaining a clean and safe kitchen, gaining a clear understanding of all menu items, working as a team member in a friendly and professional manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct all activities and decisions according to Icy Strait Point's guiding principles
  • Provide outstanding service efficiently and with a professional demeanor
  • Assist with stocking and setting up kitchen stations
  • Prepare ingredients including cleaning, cutting, and portioning
  • Cook a variety of menu items according to recipes and chef instructions
  • Plate prepared foods according to presentation standards
  • Work with servers and cashiers to ensure orders are accurate and delivered on time
  • Wash and sanitize kitchen utensils, cooking equipment, and work areas
  • Maintain compliance with all kitchen hygiene and food safety standards
  • Willingly shift to other stations and/or assignments as needed
  • Perform all other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Stand and work on your feet for up to ten hours with minimal break time
  • Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality
  • Organize and prioritize tasks under pressure while maintaining a calm and pleasant demeanor
  • Communicate effectively and politely with guests, coworkers, and management
  • Follow company dress code
  • Restaurant background a plus
  • Learn quickly and follow oral and written instructions
  • Team-oriented mindset
  • Ability to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat
  • Prolonged standing and walking (over 5 miles a day)
  • Lift up to 40-50 pounds
  • Work safely in noisy environments with various odors present
  • Willing to live in a remote, rural community
  • Comfortable traveling by small plane or ferry
  • Able to walk on gravel roads in inclement weather

NATIVE PREFERENCE

Icy Strait Point is a Native-owned and operated enterprise and offers Native Preference under P.L. 93-638.