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Personal Chef

Los Altos, CA

$75/hr

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Personal Chef

Los Altos, CA · On-site

$75/hr

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Personal Chef- $25 to $30 Per Hour

Bristol, IN · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Salted Chef, LLC is looking to hire a Personal Chef that provides personal meal preparation in clients' homes. We are looking for someone who can prepare a wide variety of meals for clients. Ideal ...

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Personal Chef- $25 to $30 Per Hour

Roanoke, VA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Salted Chef, LLC is looking to hire a Personal Chef that provides personal meal preparation in clients' homes. We are looking for someone who can prepare a wide variety of meals for clients. Ideal ...

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Personal Chef- $25 to $30 Per Hour

West Hartford, CT · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Salted Chef, LLC is looking to hire a Personal Chef that provides personal meal preparation in clients' homes. We are looking for someone who can prepare a wide variety of meals for clients. Ideal ...

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Personal Chef- $25 to $30 Per Hour

Mahomet, IL · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Salted Chef, LLC is looking to hire a Personal Chef that provides personal meal preparation in clients' homes. We are looking for someone who can prepare a wide variety of meals for clients. Ideal ...

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Personal Chef- $25 to $30 Per Hour

West Lafayette, IN · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

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Personal Chef- $25 to $30 Per Hour

Cheyenne, WY · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Salted Chef, LLC is looking to hire a Personal Chef that provides personal meal preparation in clients' homes. We are looking for someone who can prepare a wide variety of meals for clients. Ideal ...

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How much do personal chefs jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for personal chefs in the United States is $69,673.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,000.00 and $90,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Personal Chefs vs Private Chefs?

AspectPersonal ChefsPrivate Chefs
CredentialsCulinary degree, certifications often preferredCulinary degree, certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentPrivate homes, individual clientsPrivate estates, luxury residences
Employer & IndustryIndividuals, families, high-net-worth clientsHigh-profile families, celebrities, luxury estates
Common Search IntentPersonalized meal planning, home cookingHigh-volume, specialized event catering

Personal Chefs and Private Chefs both prepare customized meals for clients, often in private settings. Personal Chefs typically work directly for individual clients or families, focusing on daily meal preparation and personalized service. Private Chefs may work for a single family or estate, often handling larger-scale or specialized culinary needs. While their roles overlap, Personal Chefs emphasize ongoing, personalized service, whereas Private Chefs may focus more on exclusive events or high-volume cooking.

How do you get into being a personal chef?

To become a personal chef, individuals typically gain culinary training through culinary school or professional experience in kitchens. Building a strong portfolio, developing personalized menu planning skills, and obtaining certifications such as food safety can help establish credibility. Networking and marketing services directly to clients are also important steps in entering the profession.

How much does a personal chef earn?

Personal chefs typically earn between $40,000 and $80,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and client base. Many work on a freelance basis, charging hourly rates that range from $25 to $100 or more, and may also receive tips or retainers for ongoing services.

How much does a personal chef get paid?

Personal chefs typically earn between $40,000 and $80,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and client base. Many work on a freelance basis, charging hourly rates that range from $25 to $100 or more, and may also receive tips or retainers for ongoing services.

Is there a demand for personal chefs?

The demand for personal chefs has grown as more individuals seek customized, in-home dining experiences, especially among high-income clients and busy professionals. Success in this role often requires culinary skills, flexibility, and the ability to tailor menus to clients' preferences, with opportunities increasing in urban areas and affluent communities.

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Infographic showing various Personal Chefs job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,673 per year, or $33.5 per hour.

Full-time Personal Chef - Highland Park, TX

Highland Park, TX • On-site

Tiny Spoon Chef
Food Services and Drinking Places • 11 - 50 employees
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$26 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Are you a culinary professional looking for more work-life balance and career growth than a typical sous chef or line cook position can offer? This full-time personal chef position is Monday through Friday, 8am-6pm, giving you evenings and weekends FREE.
In this role, you'll work as a personal chef for 8-9 clients per week-handling weekly grocery shopping, meal planning, cooking, and kitchen clean-up. You'll have the chance to showcase your creativity in a variety of cuisines while building relationships with clients who appreciate your culinary expertise.
Beyond weekly meal prep, our chefs also:
  1. Host intimate private dining events and dinner parties
  2. Teach cooking classes as a culinary instructor
  3. Lead corporate team-building cooking workshops
  4. Support special projects such as menu design and event catering

What Makes This Role Different from Restaurant Kitchen Jobs?
Unlike traditional restaurant sous chef or line cook jobs, this position offers:
  1. Consistent, predictable Monday-Friday hours (no REGULAR late nights or weekends)
  2. Direct client interaction and creative menu freedom
  3. Opportunities to grow beyond the kitchen into events, education, and leadership

Why Work With Us?
We invest in our chefs through hands-on training, mentorship, and career development programs. If you're someone who enjoys taking initiative, building relationships, and driving growth, this role offers virtually unlimited potential.
At our company, we reward hard work, creativity, and dedication. You'll be more than just a line cook or sous chef-you'll have the opportunity to grow into a private chef, event chef, or culinary leader.
Pay: $26 - 30 per hour
Benefits:
  • Retirement Plan, 401k and 401k Matching
  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (After 90 days of employment)
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Dependent Care Account (DCA)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Profit Sharing

At our company, we value and recognize exceptional performance and dedication. As a testament to our commitment to employee growth and satisfaction, we offer a clear pathway to financial advancement. As a candidate, you can expect the opportunity for a well-deserved raise at the 1 year mark, contingent upon favorable performance evaluations. We believe in rewarding hard work, innovation, and exceeding expectations.
Qualified applicants should have a minimum of two to four years of line experience, a sense of urgency, people skills, attention to detail, ServSafe Manager certification and state-specific Allergen, and have a reliable vehicle.
Previous experience/familiarity with computer/email/Google Workspaces/social media is preferred. All applicants offered a position will be subject to a background check.
Please note that we use E-Verify to electronically confirm Form I-9 information to verify employee's identity and employment eligibility.
Travel may be required during training. (TSC compensates for travel.)
A cover letter is highly encouraged.
Interview Process
15-min fit call - Video interview - Bench Test, cook a meal (Reimbursement) - Full Day Stage (Paid)
Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus pay
  • Unlimited referral bonuses
  • Paid training

Schedule:
  • 8-hour shift
  • 10-hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Requirements
  • Culinary Experience: 2 years (Required)
  • Cooking: 2-4 years (Required)

Salary Description
$26 - 30 per hour

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