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VA Enterprises

Private Chef

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

Private Chef ID: 1124 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Department: Private Household More about this job ... Maintain food and beverage products "in date" and discard expired items. * Prepare fresh, high ...

Harper Associates

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Private Chef

Farmington Hills, MI · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

Corporate Office /Private Chef: Farmington Hills, MI Exceptional opportunity for a talented Chef to ... Dinner prepared in advance to drop off at 3-4 other family members' homes once or twice/week

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vaenterprises

Private Chef

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

Maintain food and beverage products "in date" and discard expired items. * Prepare fresh, high-quality, "to go" meals on occasion. Cleaning and Sanitation: * Maintain a clean and sanitary chef ...

Bee at Home

Live-In Caregiver

Birmingham, MI · On-site

$13 - $16/hr

Live-In Caregiver- Transportation provided. If You're an Amazing Live-In Caregiver Who Wants to ... Private transportation in a luxury car with a driver to take you to and from work assignments. * An ...

Harper Associates

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Banquet Chef- Country Club

Bloomfield, MI · On-site

$80K - $85K/yr

Banquet Chef - Private Country Club -- Detroit Suburbs Do you enjoy Weddings and Club Events ... Experience in private clubs, luxury hotels, or upscale catering operations preferred * Strong ...

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Hhs

Sous Chef

Marquette, MI · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

To be successful in this role you will have: Understanding of and ability to demonstrate ... Kitchen Skills: Knife skills, cutting techniques, recipe preparation, live-action cooking

HHS LLC

Sous Chef

Marquette, MI · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

To be successful in this role you will have: • Understanding of and ability to demonstrate ... Kitchen Skills: Knife skills, cutting techniques, recipe preparation, live-action cooking

Harper Associates

Sous Chef

Detroit, MI · On-site

$58K/yr

We are seeking a talented and passionate individual to help lead our culinary team in delivering ... private parties. * Lead and motivate kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow, impeccable ...

Harper Associates

Sous Chef

Detroit, MI · On-site

$58K/yr

We are seeking a talented and passionate individual to help lead our culinary team in delivering ... private parties. * Lead and motivate kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow, impeccable ...

Invited Clubs

Sous Chef

Dearborn, MI

$46K - $62K/yr

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the ... We are the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, with 130+ country clubs, city ...

ClubCorp

Sous Chef

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central purpose of building ... We are the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, with 130+ country clubs, city ...

Invited

Sous Chef

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$45K - $62K/yr

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the ... We are the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, with 130+ country clubs, city ...

Erickson

Executive Chef

Novi, MI · On-site

$75K/yr

Generous PTO, plus paid volunteer hours in accordance with applicable state law * 401(k) with a 3% ... Fox Run helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial ...

American Cruise Lines

Pastry Chef

Alpena, MI · On-site

Pastry Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United ... This position requires the ability to live and satisfactorily perform job duties in an environment ...

American Cruise Lines

Pastry Chef

Holland, MI · On-site

Pastry Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United ... This position requires the ability to live and satisfactorily perform job duties in an environment ...

American Cruise Lines

Pastry Chef

Alpena, MI

Pastry Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United ... This position requires the ability to live and satisfactorily perform job duties in an environment ...

American Cruise Lines

Pastry Chef

Holland, MI

Pastry Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United ... This position requires the ability to live and satisfactorily perform job duties in an environment ...

Continental Services

Executive Chef

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

This role requires a hands-on leader who excels in both culinary execution and people management ... Coordinate food service for special events, tournaments, and private functions. Team Leadership ...

Bay Ridge Assisted Living

Chef

Traverse City, MI · On-site

If the home has a Live Herb Wall the chef will incorporate use of fresh herbs in cooking and serving of meals. 2. Meal service: assure meals are prepared and served on time, at the proper temperature.

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for live in private chef in Michigan is $78,780.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,800.00 and $104,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Live In Private Chef is a professional cook who resides in a client's home and is responsible for preparing daily meals tailored to the client's preferences and dietary needs. They may also handle meal planning, grocery shopping, kitchen organization, and special event catering. This role often includes adapting to a family's schedule, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, and sometimes traveling with the client.

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Private Chef

VA Enterprises

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Prepare and present a variety of meals, including appetizers, soups, entrees, sides, breads, desserts, snacks, and beverages.

  • Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, including daily cleaning, food storage, and sanitation standards.

  • Coordinate meal service, including table settings, service ware, and assisting with special events and meal service activities.

Job description

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Private Chef
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Title: Private Chef ID: 1124 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Department: Private Household
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Description
This full-time, salaried/exempt position is responsible for utilizing a deep passion and inventive approach to ensure a stunning culinary experience for the Principals and their guests.
Reporting relationship: Manager of Domestic Services
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Culinary:
  • Prepare and present meals, including appetizers, soups, entrees, sides, breads, fresh-baked desserts, snacks, and beverages, keeping presentation in mind.
  • Ensure promptness, freshness, quality, and variety of dishes.
  • Research and prepare diverse menus for Principals' review, incorporating preferences, dietary restrictions, and seasonal changes; ensure repetition is minimal.
  • Maintain a journal of menu choices and preferences to ensure variety and reduce repetition.
  • Research and implement new techniques and ingredients.
  • Shop for groceries, beverages, and kitchen supplies; proactively maintain adequate inventory.
  • Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with local vendors, artisans, and retailers.
  • Maintain food and beverage products "in date" and discard expired items.
  • Prepare fresh, high-quality, "to go" meals on occasion.

Cleaning and Sanitation:
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary chef kitchen and chef pantry, ensuring the highest health, sanitation, safety, and food storage standards, including categorizing and labeling all food with dates.
  • Conduct daily cleaning of surfaces, sweep and mop floors as needed, and after meal service.
  • Maintain non-work surface stainless steel in a polished condition.
  • Conduct daily and deep cleaning of stove, oven, fryer, ice machine, sinks, microwave, refrigerators, freezers, exhaust hood, and chef's dishwashers.
  • Empty and clean the interior of trash bins daily as needed.
  • Keep pantry, shelves, cold storage, freezers, drawers, kitchen cupboards, and counters clean and organized in family and chef kitchens.

Service:
  • Coordinate table settings, service ware, and meal service themes with the Manager.
  • Provide meal service, clearing, and clean up with or in the absence of other staff.
  • Work with the Manager and staff to coordinate special dinner parties, events, and special occasions.

Other:
  • Create exciting flavor combinations with an awareness of the highest quality ingredients.
  • Superfood knowledge and health awareness are a plus.
  • Understanding of food sourcing in its purest form.
  • Deep knowledge of organic products, balancing carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
  • Prepare high-quality and tasty smoothies and smoothie bowls.
  • Experience with vegetarian and vegan recipes and options.
  • Provide Principals and staff with written and verbal instructions on how to prepare meals when absent.
  • Skilled at portion control to minimize waste and control budget.
  • Stay abreast of food trends, cooking techniques, and recipe research.
  • Value quality over quantity.
  • Efficiently communicate with other staff; attentively listen, accept direction, ask questions, work well with others, and demonstrate a desire to be part of a team.
  • Ensure services are performed at the highest level of quality and hospitality.
  • Ability to handle constructive criticism in order to grow, learn, and improve.
  • Arrive at work on time; fully utilize opportunities during downtimes to conduct research, recipe preparation, menu creation, clean and organize, and perform other administrative responsibilities.
  • Assist with seasonal and crucial duties of the Manager and other staff.
  • Produce, track, and manage expense reports, paying close attention to and controlling the budget within given restraints.
  • Complete other projects and duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:
  • Culinary experience required, including preparation and presentation of diverse foods and styles.
  • Culinary degree or educational track highly desired.
  • Exceptional knowledge of household table etiquette, service, and entertaining protocol.
  • Proven history of providing outstanding customer service, with a professional and tactful demeanor.
  • Strong time management skills.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Flexibility in schedule to meet requirements/needs; this includes day shifts, night shifts, weekends, and holiday shifts as needed.
  • Must be flexible to accommodate lunch and dinner times that change on occasion.
  • Preservation of a peaceful household atmosphere is essential.
  • Ability to travel to and work at winter and summer homes; valid driver's license required.
  • Must be responsible, resolute, and dependable; neat and tidy in appearance; organized and dependable.
  • Proper storing of opened food to ensure freshness and safety.
  • Exemplify a cheerful outlook and demonstrate pride in service.
  • Demonstrate an eye for details and aesthetics.
  • The highest level of confidentiality and sensitivity to privacy must always be exercised.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Ability to remain standing for lengthy periods of time.
  • Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch to retrieve and/or replenish merchandise and/or cooking equipment.
  • Ability to use hands to seize, hold, grasp, turn, or otherwise, to chop, whisk, slice, stir, juice, and/or other techniques.
  • Ability to work at a physically demanding pace.
  • Ability to lift thirty (30) pounds to a maximum height of six (6) feet.
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