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Friend that Cooks

Personal Chef - Miami

Hialeah, FL · On-site

$29.09/hr

At Friend That Cooks, you can keep doing what you love while building a career that leaves room for the rest of your life. As a Personal Chef, you'll create customized menus, shop for fresh ...

Friend that Cooks

Personal Chef - Atlanta

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$24.93/hr

At Friend That Cooks, you can keep doing what you love while building a career that leaves room for the rest of your life. As a Personal Chef, you'll create customized menus, shop for fresh ...

Friend that Cooks

Personal Chef - DC

Hyattsville, MD · On-site

$27.01/hr

At Friend That Cooks, you can keep doing what you love while building a career that leaves room for the rest of your life. As a Personal Chef, you'll create customized menus, shop for fresh ...

Friend that Cooks

Personal Chef - Denver

Denver, CO · On-site

$24.93/hr

At Friend That Cooks, you can keep doing what you love while building a career that leaves room for the rest of your life. As a Personal Chef, you'll create customized menus, shop for fresh ...

Friend that Cooks

Personal Chef - Houston

Houston, TX · On-site

$24.93/hr

At Friend That Cooks, you can keep doing what you love while building a career that leaves room for the rest of your life. As a Personal Chef, you'll create customized menus, shop for fresh ...

Friend that Cooks

Personal Chef - Chicago

Chicago, IL · On-site

$27.01/hr

At Friend That Cooks, you can keep doing what you love while building a career that leaves room for the rest of your life. As a Personal Chef, you'll create customized menus, shop for fresh ...

Friend that Cooks

Personal Chef - Dallas

Dallas, TX · On-site

$27.01/hr

At Friend That Cooks, you can keep doing what you love while building a career that leaves room for the rest of your life. As a Personal Chef, you'll create customized menus, shop for fresh ...

Friend that Cooks

Personal Chef - Omaha

Omaha, NE · On-site

$22.85/hr

At Friend That Cooks, you can keep doing what you love while building a career that leaves room for the rest of your life. As a Personal Chef, you'll create customized menus, shop for fresh ...

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How much do personal cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for personal cook in the United States is $16.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a personal cook?

A Personal Cook is a culinary professional who prepares meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of an individual or family, often in their home. Unlike restaurant chefs, personal cooks typically create customized menus, handle grocery shopping, and may also provide meal prep or cooking lessons. They are often hired for regular meal services, special events, or to accommodate specific nutrition requirements, such as allergies or health conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a personal cook, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Personal Cook, you need strong culinary skills, menu planning abilities, and a keen understanding of nutrition, often supported by formal culinary training or relevant experience. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, food safety certifications, and dietary management systems is typically required. Exceptional time management, adaptability, and strong interpersonal communication help to meet client preferences and maintain a professional relationship. These skills are vital for delivering high-quality, customized meals and ensuring client satisfaction and safety.

What is the difference between Personal Cook vs Private Chef?

AspectPersonal CookPrivate Chef
CredentialsCooking certifications, culinary trainingProfessional culinary certifications, extensive experience
Work EnvironmentHomes, small private settingsLuxury residences, yachts, private estates
Employer & Industry UsageIndividuals, familiesHigh-net-worth clients, celebrities
Job ScopePrepares daily meals, follows family preferencesCreates customized menus, often oversees entire kitchen

While both roles involve preparing meals for private clients, a Personal Cook typically handles daily meal prep based on family preferences, whereas a Private Chef offers customized culinary experiences, often in luxury settings. The Private Chef usually has more extensive culinary credentials and works in high-end environments, providing a more personalized dining experience.

What are some common challenges personal cooks face when managing multiple clients or households?

Personal Cooks often juggle the unique dietary preferences, schedules, and expectations of multiple clients, which can make planning and time management challenging. Coordinating grocery shopping, meal prep, and cooking across different locations requires strong organizational skills and flexibility. Additionally, adapting to various kitchen setups and maintaining clear communication with clients about their needs are essential for success. Building efficient routines and keeping detailed notes can help overcome these challenges.
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Infographic showing various Personal Cook job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,340 per year, or $16 per hour.

Personal Chef - Miami

Friend that Cooks

Hialeah, FL • On-site

$29.09/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description


You don’t have to leave cooking to get your life back.



You became a chef because you love creating incredible food, not because you wanted to spend every evening, weekend, and holiday at work.


At Friend That Cooks, you can keep doing what you love while building a career that leaves room for the rest of your life.


As a Personal Chef, you'll create customized menus, shop for fresh ingredients, cook from scratch in clients' homes, and stock their refrigerators with meals they'll enjoy all week. Instead of serving hundreds of anonymous guests, you'll build relationships with families who truly appreciate your talent and look forward to seeing you each week.


Why Our Chefs Love It


  • Monday-Friday daytime schedule (approximately 8-5)
  • Weekends are optional
  • Creative freedom to design personalized menus
  • Meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives
  • Variety. You'll cook everything from comfort food to international cuisine
  • We find the clients, you get to focus on cooking


We Take Care of Our Chefs


  • Competitive hourly pay
  • Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
  • Company-matched retirement plan (full & part-time)
  • Paid time off
  • Paid maternity/paternity leave
  • Overtime opportunities through optional dinner parties and cooking classes
  • Fuel reimbursement & equipment allowance
  • Referral bonuses up to $300
  • Much more


Who We're Looking For


Experienced line cooks, sous chefs, and culinary professionals who are passionate about food and helping people. If you're ready to leave the restaurant grind behind without leaving the kitchen behind, we'd love to meet you.


Pay & Benefits:
  • Starting pay at $28.09/hour, automatic raise to $29.09/hour at full time
  • Automatic overtime for parties and cooking lessons (part and full time)
  • $7/hr bonus while training others for those we certify as trainers (part and full time)
  • Pay for optional holiday parties 3x or more hourly rate (part and full time)
  • Yearly raises (part and full time)
  • Twice per year seasonal bonuses (part and full time)
  • Tenure bonuses and raises at 3 and 5 year marks (part and full time)
  • Frequent contests and bonus prizes (part and full time)
  • Occasional tips (part and full time)
  • Earn 7% of every hour worked for unrestricted flex pay for holidays, sick and personal days (part and full time)
  • Three additional paid holidays per year (part and full time)
  • 401k with company contribution (part and full time)
  • Company profit sharing via 401k match for 401k participants (part and full time)
  • Heavily subsidized health, dental and vision insurance plan (full time)
  • Paid parental leave (part and full time)
  • Dependent care savings plan (part and full time)
  • Equipment allowance (part and full time)
  • Dining Benefit (part and full time)
  • Gas reimbursements (part and full time)
  • Generous referral rewards for referring chefs and clients (part and full time)
  • Free uniforms (part and full time)

Requirements:

What we’re looking for in a candidate:

  • a minimum of 5 years’ experience cooking in scratch restaurant kitchens
  • a culinary degree is preferred, but comparable experience can substitute
  • a passion for food, a large repertoire of ethnic and classic dishes and self-motivation to learn new recipes
  • a passion for helping and serving others
  • a reliable vehicle that you do not share
  • a smart phone with a data plan and comfortable with technology
  • responsible attitude and good communication skills