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Blaine Guillot Private Chef LLC

Chef/Catering

Metairie, LA · On-site

You'll be part of everything from intimate private dinners to weddings, corporate events, and large ... Attention to detail in food and presentation. Team player with a positive attitude. Flexible ...

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Live-In Housekeeper

Park City, UT

$90K/yr

The family is open to either a live-in or live-out arrangement. For the right live-out candidate ... private clients, as estate managers, private chefs, household leaders, and more. That lived ...

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Live-In Housekeeper

Park City, UT

$90K/yr

The family is open to either a live-in or live-out arrangement. For the right live-out candidate ... private clients, as estate managers, private chefs, household leaders, and more. That lived ...

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Live-In Housekeeper

Park City, UT · On-site

$90K/yr

The family is open to either a live-in or live-out arrangement. For the right live-out candidate ... private clients, as estate managers, private chefs, household leaders, and more. That lived ...

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As of Jul 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for live in private chef in the United States is $90,386.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A typical day as a Live In Private Chef involves planning and preparing daily meals tailored to the household's preferences and dietary needs, grocery shopping or managing pantry supplies, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen. You may also be responsible for accommodating last-minute changes in meal schedules and catering to special events or gatherings hosted at the residence. Collaboration is often required with household staff such as housekeepers or personal assistants to coordinate schedules and meal logistics. Flexibility is key, as meal times and requests can change unexpectedly, making adaptability a valuable asset in this role. Many chefs find the position rewarding due to the opportunity to build close client relationships and exercise creativity in daily cooking.

What is a Live In Private Chef job?

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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To thrive as a Live In Private Chef, you need advanced culinary skills, experience in menu planning, and a background in nutrition or hospitality management. Familiarity with kitchen appliances, food safety certifications (such as ServSafe), and sometimes knowledge of dietary management software are important. Strong soft skills include discretion, flexibility, time management, and excellent interpersonal communication. These abilities ensure you can deliver personalized dining experiences while adapting to your employer's preferences and maintaining a trustworthy, professional relationship in the private home setting.

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AE028 - Live-In Housekeeper/Cook - Houston, TX

AE028 - Live-In Housekeeper/Cook - Houston, TX

British American Household Staffing

Houston, TX

$40 - $50/hr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

A friendly, warm, and welcoming family is moving to River Oaks in Houston, TX mid August from London and is seeking an experienced Live-In Housekeeper / Cook to become a long-term member of their household starting at the end of August/Sept 1. They are looking for a seasoned professional who takes pride in maintaining an organized, welcoming home while providing light cooking and household support.

The family has an exceptional history of long-term household staff. They deeply value loyalty and longevity and are hoping to find someone who will become an integral part of their home for years to come. They truly consider their staff part of the family and enjoy celebrating birthdays and milestones together. They would like for the candidate to have occasional flexibility to travel with them to their home in the Hamptons in the July and August months, and other trips (case by case basis!)

The ideal candidate is confident, independent, and highly experienced in private service. They are seeking someone who can anticipate household needs, work with minimal direction, and take pride in creating a beautifully maintained home. Their home is 11,500sqft and they plan to have an additional local housekeeping service come once a week to help provide a deeper cleaning. 

Schedule:

Mon-Fri 7a-7p (mid day break around noon/1p)

Live-In Details:

Private accommodations with kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, and living area located above the detached garage with a separate entrance.  


  • Daily housekeeping and household maintenance
  • Maintaining bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, and common living areas to a high standard
  • Laundry
  • Household organization and tidying
  • Grocery shopping and household errands
  • Preparing simple, healthy meals and assisting with meal preparation
  • Maintaining household supplies and inventory
  • Working alongside a weekly deep-cleaning crew as needed
  • Helping ensure the home remains clean, organized, and welcoming each day

  • Comfortable preparing simple meals
  • Professional, discreet, and dependable
  • Warm personality with a long-term mindset
  • Someone who values becoming part of a family's daily life and building lasting relationships
  • Longevity in previous homes
  • Ability to travel with family occasionally

  • Significant experience working as a Housekeeper or Housekeeper/Cook in a private home
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
  • Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
  • Strong professional references from previous private households

  • $40-$50/hr
  • Live-In private accommodations 
  • Standard PTO, Sick Days, Holidays
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About British American Household Staffing

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British American Household Staffing was founded to provide household staffing solutions. Our team of expert recruiters offer an efficient and discreet service by gaining a thorough understanding of clients’ staffing or childcare needs and meeting those needs with rigorously interviewed and screened candidates. Our goal is to facilitate placements that result in client contentment and candidates that can look forward to long-term job satisfaction. For peace of mind, we are licensed as a recruiter by the DCA and are bonded.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

1 - 10 Employees

Headquarters location

NY, US

Year founded

2012

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