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Centers Health Care

Cook

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$24/hr

) Nursing Home Cook Concord Center is actively looking to hire a motivated and experienced Nursing ... The residents live in attractively furnished private and semi-private rooms. CentersHealthCare.com ...

Domestic | Match

Private Chef

Washington, DC

$135K/yr

If you are someone who cooks with conviction, keeps a quiet and professional presence in a private home, and finds genuine meaning in feeding people well, this is a remarkable place to do that work.

Domestic | Match

Private Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$135K/yr

If you are someone who cooks with conviction, keeps a quiet and professional presence in a private home, and finds genuine meaning in feeding people well, this is a remarkable place to do that work.

Friendly Franchisees Corp.

Private Chef

Newport Beach, CA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

This role blends the fast-paced rhythm of a short order cook with the personal touch and care expected in a private home. You will be responsible for preparing fresh, made-to-order meals throughout ...

Career Group

Private Chef

Atherton, CA · On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

A private family is seeking a Private Chef to provide high-quality culinary support for daily meals ... Cook lunch and dinner in the home kitchen, alternating between two peninsula residences depending ...

Villa St. Joseph

Regina Coeli - Cook

Warminster, PA · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Regina Coeli is a private home for retired priests located in Warminster PA. We are currently seeking a candidate for the open position of: Cook Duties and Responsibilities : * Communicate and inform ...

The Wellington Agency

$100K/yr

This is an excellent opportunity for a service-oriented professional who enjoys cooking, household management, and providing exceptional support in a private home environment. The ideal candidate is ...

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How much do private home cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for private home cook in the United States is $17.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Private Home Cook vs Personal Chef?

AspectPrivate Home CookPersonal Chef
CredentialsCooking skills, sometimes certificationsCooking skills, culinary certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentPrivate residences, kitchens of individual clientsPrivate residences, multiple clients or households
Employer & IndustryIndividual families, high-net-worth individualsHigh-net-worth individuals, luxury households
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on home-based cooking servicesPersonalized, gourmet meal preparation for clients

While both roles involve preparing meals in private settings, a Private Home Cook typically works for a single family, focusing on daily meal prep. A Personal Chef often offers customized, gourmet services to multiple clients, sometimes on a recurring basis. The main difference lies in the scope of service and client interaction, with Personal Chefs usually providing more specialized culinary experiences.

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Infographic showing various Private Home Cook job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $36,873 per year, or $17.7 per hour.
Cook

Cook

The Concord Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Brooklyn, NY

$24/hr

Part-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Nursing Home Cook

Concord Center is actively looking to hire a motivated and experienced Nursing Home Cook for our Skilled Nursing Facility in Brooklyn NY.

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DUTIES:

  • Preparation, cooking, and service of a variety of foods

  • Baking a variety of rolls, cookies, cakes, and pies

  • Working on tray line during meal service

  • General cleaning up of kitchen

  • Hand washing and sanitizing of pot and pans

  • Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Certification in healthcare cooking (ServSafe or Sodexo)

  • Minimum one (1) year of experience in large-scale cooking

  • Strong knowledge of large scale & therapeutic food prep

  • Must be able to do some physical work

  • Should be a strong team player

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent

  • Excellent customer service & communication skills

ABOUT US:

Founded in 1975, the Concord Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a modern, fully equipped, skilled nursing facility offering a full range of medical, social, and rehabilitation services. The facility features 140 beds including 17 vent certified beds. The residents live in attractively furnished private and semi-private rooms.

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