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Part Time Private Chef Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

$20 - $22/hr

... and private bookings. Where: Located in the heart of Northern Virginia's famed & majestic ... Part-Time team members are eligible to accrue Paid Sick Leave in accordance with state guidelines.

PREP COOK

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$19/hr

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent ... Obtains daily production schedule and preparation requirements from the Chef. * Prepares items on ...

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent ... Obtains daily production schedule and preparation requirements from the Chef. * Prepares items on ...

PREP COOK

Suffolk, VA · On-site

$17/hr

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent ... Obtains daily production schedule and preparation requirements from the Chef. * Prepares items on ...

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent ... Obtains daily production schedule and preparation requirements from the Chef. * Prepares items on ...

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Part Time Private Chef information

What does a part time private chef do?

A part time private chef prepares meals for individuals, families, or small groups in their homes on a flexible schedule. They plan menus according to the client's preferences and dietary needs, shop for groceries, cook meals, and often handle clean-up. Unlike full-time private chefs, part time chefs may work for multiple clients or only on specific days, such as for special events or weekly meal prep. Their services can be tailored to fit the client's lifestyle and schedule.

How does a part time private chef typically coordinate menu planning and scheduling with clients?

As a part-time private chef, you'll regularly communicate with clients to understand their dietary preferences, special requests, and event needs. Menu planning is often a collaborative process, and flexibility is key—clients may request last-minute changes or have evolving tastes. Scheduling is generally set around the client's calendar, with some chefs working weekly or on a per-event basis. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills help ensure smooth coordination and client satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time private chef?

To thrive as a Part Time Private Chef, you need strong culinary skills, creativity in menu planning, and experience in various cuisines, often supported by a culinary degree or professional chef training. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, food safety certifications (such as ServSafe), and meal planning tools is typically required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and discretion are standout soft skills for working closely with clients and meeting their specific dietary needs. These skills and qualities are essential to deliver consistently high-quality, personalized dining experiences in clients' homes.

What is the difference between Part Time Private Chef vs Personal Cook?

AspectPart Time Private ChefPersonal Cook
CredentialsCooking certifications, culinary trainingCooking skills, experience, certifications optional
Work EnvironmentPrivate households, events, yachtsPrivate homes, daily meal prep
Employer & IndustryHigh-net-worth individuals, luxury industryFamilies, individuals, hospitality
Search & Comparison IntentJob roles, responsibilities, hoursJob duties, scheduling, experience

While both roles involve preparing meals for private clients, a Part Time Private Chef typically offers gourmet, customized menus and may work on a part-time basis for high-end clients, often with formal culinary training. A Personal Cook usually handles daily meal preparation, focusing on routine cooking in private homes. The main difference lies in the level of culinary expertise, menu complexity, and the scope of responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Private Chef jobs in Virginia? The most popular types of Private Chef jobs in Virginia are:
What cities in Virginia are hiring for Part Time Private Chef jobs? Cities in Virginia with the most Part Time Private Chef job openings:
Infographic showing various Part Time Private Chef job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

$20 - $22/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Trilogy at Lake Frederick: Shenandoah Lodge & Athletic Club

The "Shenandoah Club" campus includes the Lodge, Athletic Club, and Shoreline Outfitter, and encompasses more than 36,000 square feet of indoor space along with an expansive lakeside veranda and patio beneath. The restaurant, Region's 117, and the Shenandoah Events Center are open to the public and available for dining reservations and private bookings.

Where: Located in the heart of Northern Virginia's famed & majestic Shenandoah Valley

Pay: $20-$22 per hour

Benefits:

New hourly full-time team members working 30 hours or more per week, will be eligible for the Company medical, dental and life insurance plans the first of the month following 60 days of full-time employment.

Full-Time team members are eligible to accrue Paid Time Off ("PTO") in accordance with the Company policy at a rate of 120 hours per year.

Full-Time team members are eligible for 7 paid holidays annually.

Part-Time team members are eligible to accrue Paid Sick Leave in accordance with state guidelines.

All team members 21 years and older are eligible to participate in the J.F. Shea Co., Inc. 401(k) plan after completion of 30 days of service.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Cook 3 is a member of the Food & Beverage Team and is responsible for food preparation, cooking, and serving. This position reports to the Kitchen Manager or Executive Chef.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Work and master all kitchen stations.
  • Ensure superior standards of service meet the requirements of guests and employees.
  • Proactive in exceeding guest satisfaction.At times it may be necessary to investigate, quickly respond to, and resolve challenges from guests or employees.
  • Follow cleaning schedule and checklist daily to ensure a clean and sanitary environment.
  • Familiar with food preparation, cooking, and serving techniques; must be able to read cooking instructions.
  • Wash, peel, cut, and shred vegetables and fruits to prepare them for use.
  • Measure and mix ingredients according to recipe to prepare soups, salads, gravies, desserts, sauces, and casseroles.
  • Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods; adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters, and steam kettles.
  • Observe and test foods being cooked by tasting, smelling, and noticing the visual appearance.
  • Carve meats, portion food on serving plates, add gravies and sauces, and garnish servings to fill orders.
  • Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

  • Must be highly customer oriented and responsive with high need for closure.
  • Able to work under pressure and balance multiple priorities and assignments.
  • Strong team-building skills including the ability to lead, cooperate, and motivate.
  • Must be role model and able to live our BlueStar core values:
    • Honesty and Integrity
    • Respect for the Individual
    • Teamwork
    • Competitive Spirit

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:

  • High School diploma preferred, or the equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
  • Minimum of three years' cooking experience in commercial kitchen.
  • Current Food Handlers card.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or team members.
  • Ability to think, work, solve practical problems, and make independent decisions, based on sound judgment.
  • Must demonstrate initiative and accept responsibility for decisions and actions.
  • Must be self-motivated, proactive, and a team player.
  • Must be able to pay attention to multiple details and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where continuous improvement is expected.
  • This position requires a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position typically operates in an indoor kitchen environment, but may also work at a kitchen station set up for outdoor events and be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.  Kitchens are housed with equipment, such as an oven, stove, dishwasher, slicer, coffee machine, steamer, mixer and chef's knives.  The employee is frequently exposed to heat, steam, fire and noise.  The noise level varies and can be loud.  Outdoor environments may require walking on a variety of terrains while carrying items and navigating typical event obstacles, including, but not limited to, groups of people, table set ups and decorations, plants and the natural landscape.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear, taste and smell, sit, stand and walk for the duration of a work shift, bend, kneel or stoop, use hands to fingers, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Frequent hand washing is required. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  The position requires manual dexterity, auditory and visual skills, and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures in a fast-paced environment. 

 BLUESTAR RESORT & GOLF IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Employment Type: Part Time