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Goodwin Recruiting

Michelin PM Sous Chef

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$59K - $79K/yr

We are seeking a hungry , passionate, and hard-working PM Sous Chef to join a Michelin-starred kitchen recognized by the Michelin Guide . This is a key leadership role within the kitchen, working ...

One Haus

Sous Chef | Michelin | San Diego

Oceanside, CA · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Sous Chef | Michelin Location: North County San Diego, CA Base Salary: $75,000-$90,000 DOE Relocation Assistance: Available *Must Have Michelin Experience* Position Overview We are seeking an ...

Gecko Hospitality

Sous Chef - Michelin Star

Ferrisburgh, VT · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Guided by an Executive Chef whose career spans two Michelin-starred kitchens in Los Angeles and San Francisco, the kitchen operates with a level of precision, creativity, and technical sophistication ...

the Chef Agency

Cafe Sous Chef

Washington, VA · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Cafe Sous Chef Location: Central VA Salary: $70K - $75K Benefits: MDV, PTO, 401(k), relocation ... Relais & Châteaux destination renowned for world-class Michelin dining and impeccable service.

Grove Bay Hospitality Group

Pastry Chef

Miami Beach, FL · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Tuition assistance Michelin-starred restaurant is seeking a passionate Pastry Chef to join our team! As a pastry chef at Stubborn Seed, you will be an integral part of our culinary team, working ...

Omei Restaurant Group

Executive Chef

Tampa, FL · On-site

$67K - $93K/yr

We are searching for a hands-on culinary leader who can uphold Michelin-level standards, strengthen kitchen operations, develop exceptional chefs, and ensure consistency across multiple high ...

Hestan Napa

Sous Chef

Napa, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Led by Michelin-starred Executive Chef Mark Dommen, Hestan Napa serves seasonal California cuisine built on locally sourced ingredients, paired with estate wines from Hestan Vineyards. Every dish is ...

Hestan Napa

Sous Chef

Napa, CA

$56K - $76K/yr

Led by Michelin-starred Executive Chef Mark Dommen, Hestan Napa serves seasonal California cuisine built on locally sourced ingredients, paired with estate wines from Hestan Vineyards. Every dish is ...

hed11

Sous Chef

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$70K/yr

About hed 11 hed 11 is a Michelin-recognized, modern Thai fine dining restaurant in San Francisco ... Our kitchen is led by Corporate Chef Piriya "Saint" Boonprasan, and we're looking for a Sous Chef ...

Bresca & Jônt

Sous Chef

Washington, DC

$56K - $76K/yr

Sous Chef - Bresca We are seeking an exceptionally talented and dedicated Sous Chef to join the culinary team of our prestigious one Michelin-starred restaurant. This is a unique opportunity for a ...

Saverne

Sous Chef

New York, NY

$54K - $73K/yr

PM SOUS CHEF - FULL TIME Saverne | 531 W 34th St, Hudson Yards Saverne --a wood-fired modern ... Experience in Michelin-starred or fine-dining kitchens is strongly preferred . What We're Looking ...

Bresca & Jônt

Sous Chef

Washington, DC

$70K - $80K/yr

Sous Chef - Bresca We are seeking an exceptionally talented and dedicated Sous Chef to join the culinary team of our prestigious one Michelin-starred restaurant. This is a unique opportunity for a ...

Saverne

Chef de Partie

New York, NY

$20.75 - $26.25/hr

Michelin-starred or fine-dining experience is strongly preferred , along with hands-on butchery skills . Requirements * 4+ years of professional kitchen experience * Prior experience as a Chef de ...

Silenzio Social Club

Executive Chef

Atlanta, GA

$65K - $80K/yr

Our vision is bold, international, and Michelin-level in execution. We are seeking a young, ambitious Executive Chef ready to build something iconic. About the Role This is not a traditional ...

Saverne

Sous Chef

New York, NY · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

PM SOUS CHEF - FULL TIME Saverne | 531 W 34th St, Hudson Yards Saverne --a wood-fired modern ... Experience in Michelin-starred or fine-dining kitchens is strongly preferred . What We're Looking ...

the Chef Agency

Executive Sous Chef

Beverly Hills, CA

$120K - $140K/yr

Qualifications * 3+ years as a Chef de Cuisine or Executive Sous Chef in a luxury hotel, Forbes-rated property, Michelin-recognized restaurant, or upscale fine dining environment * Strong Italian ...

Saverne

Chef de Partie

New York, NY · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Michelin-starred or fine-dining experience is strongly preferred , along with hands-on butchery skills . Requirements * 4+ years of professional kitchen experience * Prior experience as a Chef de ...

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A Michelin Chef is a head chef or executive chef who has been awarded one or more Michelin stars for exceptional culinary skill, creativity, and consistency. Michelin stars are prestigious awards given by the Michelin Guide, recognizing excellence in gastronomy. A Michelin-starred chef is responsible for menu creation, ingredient selection, kitchen management, and ensuring high-quality dining experiences. Earning and maintaining Michelin stars requires dedication, innovation, and attention to detail.

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Michelin Chefs frequently face the challenge of delivering consistently exceptional quality while innovating and evolving their menu to exceed guests’ expectations. They must manage a highly skilled kitchen team, uphold rigorous safety and presentation standards, and respond effectively to high-pressure situations. Collaboration with front-of-house staff is essential to ensure a seamless dining experience. Additionally, staying at the forefront of culinary trends and continually refining techniques is key to maintaining Michelin status and personal career development.

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To become a Michelin chef, one typically gains extensive culinary experience by working in high-end restaurants, develops advanced cooking skills, and consistently produces exceptional dishes. Many Michelin-starred chefs also pursue formal culinary education and focus on innovation, quality, and attention to detail to earn recognition from the Michelin Guide.

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To become a Michelin chef, you typically need to gain extensive culinary training through culinary schools or apprenticeships, develop a strong skill set, and accumulate experience working in high-end restaurants. Progressing through ranks, demonstrating creativity, consistency, and leadership, and earning recognition for quality can lead to earning Michelin stars for a restaurant, which enhances a chef's reputation.

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KS989 - Full-Time Michelin Chef - Miami, FL

British American Household Staffing

Miami Beach, FL

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

A family in Miami is seeking afull-time chef.  Their current chef of 8 years is heading back to the UK.  The family ideally would love a chef with dual UK/US citizenship, but is open to a chef with excellent experience that would be accepted when applying for a visa for the UK.  The schedule is Sunday through Thursday.  The family is seeking someone with Michelin experience.  The family is primarily based in Miami, but travels heavily to NY, Aspen and the UK.  This is a heavy travel role. They are seeking longevity and looking to hire immediately. 

  • Prior experience as a private chef
  • Michelin experience is required
  • Excellent chef able to cook a range of cuisines (mediterranean, French, Japanese/sushi, Levant, Indian). Must have excellent training
  • Longevity in private home roles
  • Focus on clean, healthy cooking. No sugars, low fat etc. 
  • Sourcing and purchasing of organic and high quality ingredients.
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner primarily for 2 principals but sometimes family members (making total 6 people). Occasional entertaining of wider family and friends. 
  • For the visa, either we find a dual US-UK national for the role. Or we can apply for an O1 visa for the correct candidate subject to their previous experience being suitable for an application. 
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • Accommodations covered everywhere but Miami.

TRAVEL SCHEDULE:

January - early May: Miami
Early May - end of June: London
July: Chef has a month off for vacation
August - mid September: Aspen
Mid-September - Thanksgiving: London
Thanksgiving: Usually a week in the US but could be subject to change (and usually it is Miami)
Early December: London
Late December: Aspen
In between all this the chef would also be in New York for a few weeks of the year, usually scattered throughout. The family also travel to holiday destinations at other times and don’t usually take the chef with them, unless it’s somewhere they are concerned about the food.


  • Legal to work in the US
  • Michelin experience is required
  • US/UK citizenship is a plus
  • Prior experience as a private chef with longevity
  • Living locally in Miami or a commutable distance
  • Comfortable with the heavy travel schedule notated above

The family is open on salary and proved PTO and health care benefits.

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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

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Company size

1 - 10 Employees

Headquarters location

NY, US

Year founded

2012

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