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GENUINE FOODS

Sous Chef (8297)

Portland, OR · On-site

$30 - $33/hr

Main responsibilities include helping execute exciting and engaging meals and menus, assisting in ... PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY: We are creative problem-solvers who own our results and can immediately ...

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How much do live in personal chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for live in personal chef in Portland, OR is $74,128.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,700.00 and $95,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectLive In Personal ChefPrivate Chef
CredentialsCulinary degree or certification often preferredSimilar credentials, often with additional experience
Work EnvironmentLives and works in client's home, providing daily mealsPrepares meals in a private kitchen, may work on a schedule
Employer & Industry UsageHigh-net-worth individuals, families, luxury residencesWealthy clients, estates, luxury settings
Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Both Live In Personal Chefs and Private Chefs prepare customized meals for clients in private settings. The key difference is that Live In Personal Chefs reside in the client's home and provide daily meal services, while Private Chefs typically work on a schedule without living on-site. Understanding these distinctions helps clients choose the right culinary professional for their needs.

What is a live in personal chef?

Live-in personal chefs are culinary professionals who reside in a client's home and prepare meals tailored to the client's preferences and dietary needs. Their responsibilities typically include menu planning, grocery shopping, meal preparation, and kitchen cleanup. In addition to cooking, they may also handle food storage and occasionally cater for special events or guests. This arrangement offers convenience and personalized service, making it ideal for busy individuals, families, or those with specific nutritional requirements.

What are some common challenges faced by live in personal chefs, and how can they be managed?

Live-in personal chefs often face challenges related to maintaining boundaries between work and personal time, adapting to varying dietary preferences, and ensuring consistent meal quality. Since you’re living on-site, it is important to communicate clearly about your schedule and expectations to avoid burnout. Flexibility and strong organizational skills help manage last-minute changes or special requests. Building a respectful and professional relationship with the household is crucial for a positive work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a live in personal chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Live In Personal Chef, you need advanced culinary skills, food safety knowledge, and experience in menu planning, often supported by a culinary degree or relevant certifications. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, dietary management software, and certifications such as ServSafe are typically required. Exceptional time management, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills help chefs tailor their service to clients' preferences and maintain a harmonious household environment. These skills are essential for consistently delivering high-quality, personalized meals and building lasting client relationships.
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Infographic showing various Live In Personal Chef job openings in Portland, OR as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 58% Full Time, 39% Part Time, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $74,128 per year, or $35.6 per hour.

Sous Chef-Commercial (Airline Catering)

LSG Sky Chefs

Portland, OR • On-site

$66K - $78K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

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5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

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Job description

Job Title: Sous Chef-Commercial (Airline Catering)
Job Location: Portland-USA-97218
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $66,000.00 - 78,000.00

About us
Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted partner to the nation’s leading airlines and retailers, we proudly deliver millions of meals and exceptional service experiences every year across 43 sites throughout the United States. Built on a legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation, we are committed to setting the industry standard in aviation culinary, airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. From the kitchen to the runway, our teams work together to deliver quality, reliability, and service at every altitude. Our people are the heart of everything we do. At SkyChefs, a career is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Join America’s first, foremost, and finest and take your career to new heights.
Role Purpose Statement

Ready to move beyond the restaurant kitchen?

We're looking for a formally trained Sous Chef with experience in high-volume food production, airline catering, commercial kitchens, or other large-scale culinary operations. In this role, you'll lead teams producing thousands of premium airline meals daily while maintaining the highest standards of quality, food safety, and operational excellence.

This is a production-focused culinary leadership role where consistency, efficiency, and scale matter as much as culinary skill. This position reports to the Executive Chef.

Location: Located near Portland International Airport

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package with no waiting period, starts Day 1.

Main Accountabilities

Food Production

  • Executes and supervises food production activities, e.g. proper cleaning, cutting, marinating, seasoning, cooking of food items etc.
  • Assumes responsibilities of Executive Chef when he/she not available ie. Vacation, off-days, menu presentation to customers, etc.
  • Supervise, coordinate and control kitchen helpers in food storage (e.g. maintaining tidiness, following the first in - first out principle)
  • Conducts, coordinates and supervises inventories
  • Monitors material consumption and orders required food and equipment on a daily basis to satisfy the daily production plan
  • Participates in the development of food products and menus as needed for menu presentations
  • Must be aware of content in catering manuals; conducts updates when necessary
  • Executes countermeasures in the production in case of customer complaints
  • Supports training of kitchen helpers

Quality

  • Maintains and monitors hygiene, health and safety standards and monitors that Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) regulations are adhered to
  • Maintains and monitors quality, conducts quality control checks according to HACCP regulations
  • Conducts quality checks of goods received
  • Monitors and ensures compliance with recipe specifications

Leadership

  • Ensure that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed and directed
  • Guide, motivate and develop the subordinate employees within the Human Resources Policy
  • Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s)
  • Implement and control the cost budget in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations
  • Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Global Quality Standard (GQS), HACCP, Lean Manufacturing
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
  • Three to five years of experience in commercial cooking or Apprenticeship or Certification from culinary school required
  • Knowledge of food and hygiene regulations (HACCP)
  • Understand and demonstrate concepts of financial controls (ex: keep food cost within budget, control stock levels while being cost conscious, minimize waste)
  • Good communication and organizational skills
  • Service orientation
  • Leadership skills
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications

SkyChefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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