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Housekeeper | Cook

Hillsborough, CA · On-site

$50/hr

Prior experience cooking in a private household or similar setting * Comfortable preparing simple, healthy, globally-inspired meals * Reliable, warm, and low-key, comfortable working independently in ...

DM Estate Staffing

Housekeeper | Cook

Hillsborough, CA · On-site

$50/hr

Prior experience cooking in a private household or similar setting * Comfortable preparing simple, healthy, globally-inspired meals * Reliable, warm, and low-key, comfortable working independently in ...

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Housekeeper | Cook

Hillsborough, CA

$50/hr

Prior experience cooking in a private household or similar setting * Comfortable preparing simple, healthy, globally-inspired meals * Reliable, warm, and low-key, comfortable working independently in ...

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Executive Cook Position

Stamford, CT · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

Open to both Position Overview A private household in Fairfield County is seeking an experienced Executive Cook focused on the kitchen and daily meal service. This is a homestyle cooking role ...

VA Enterprises

Private Chef

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

Private Household More about this job > Description This full-time, salaried/exempt position is ... Stay abreast of food trends, cooking techniques, and recipe research. * Value quality over quantity.

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for private household 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.

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A Private Household Cook is a professional chef who prepares meals for individuals or families in their private residences. They plan menus based on dietary needs and preferences, shop for ingredients, and cook fresh meals daily. Some may also handle kitchen organization, meal prepping, and special event catering. Their role often requires flexibility, discretion, and the ability to accommodate changing schedules and tastes.

What does a typical workday look like for a private household cook?

A typical workday for a Private Household Cook involves planning and preparing daily meals according to the household's preferences, dietary restrictions, and schedule. You may begin your day by shopping for fresh ingredients, followed by prepping, cooking, and sometimes serving meals. In addition to preparing dishes, you may be responsible for organizing the kitchen, managing inventory, and ensuring strict adherence to hygiene and food safety standards. Depending on the household, you might also assist with special events or coordinate with household staff. Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing routines are often important parts of the role.

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

To thrive as a Private Household Cook, you need expertise in meal planning, safe food preparation, and knowledge of nutrition and diverse culinary styles, often supported by culinary training or relevant experience. Familiarity with various kitchen appliances, food safety certifications, and recipe management systems is highly beneficial. Excellent communication, discretion, adaptability, and the ability to anticipate client preferences make a candidate stand out in this position. These skills ensure high-quality, personalized dining experiences while maintaining the highest standards of service and professionalism in a private home setting.

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Infographic showing various Private Household Cook job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,340 per year, or $16 per hour.

Traveling Private Chef - Miami, FL

Miami, FL • On-site

The Wellington Agency
11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Full-Time Private Chef - Miami, FL
Schedule: 5-6 days/week, Monday-Saturday preferred
Hours: 12:00 PM-8:00 PM or 2:00 PM-10:00 PM
Start Date: September 12, 2026
Travel: Required travel to CO, NY & Europe, including ~4 domestic trips/year (1-2 weeks each) and ~6 weeks in Europe each summer. Approximately 6 weeks of vacation annually, including 3 weeks in late July/early August and 3 additional weeks coordinated around family travel.
Benefits: Benefits package, 401(k) with no employer match, and life insurance
A private family in Miami is seeking an experienced, polished, and highly discreet Full-Time Private Chef to prepare healthy, elevated, family-style meals for a couple and their growing family. The family has four adult daughters, two of whom live nearby with their families, and they enjoy frequent family dinners with their children and grandchildren. The ideal candidate will have strong private household experience, excellent culinary skills, a passion for fresh and healthy cooking, and the flexibility to travel with the family.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare daily lunch and dinner for the principals, family, household staff, and occasional guests.
  • Prepare a light lunch, typically salad and protein, for the husband. The wife generally does not eat lunch but often joins him.
  • Prepare dinner for approximately 2-6 people, with larger family dinners 2-3 times per week when daughters and grandchildren visit.
  • Family dinner is typically served around 6:30-7:00 PM; dinners with guests may extend until approximately 10:00 PM.
  • Create balanced meals featuring salad or grilled vegetables, 1-2 proteins, and a starch such as rice or pasta.
  • Prepare homemade breads, crackers, and desserts.
  • Incorporate a variety of cuisines, particularly Lebanese, French, Italian, and Spanish.
  • Maintain a focus on healthy, clean, fresh, and organic ingredients.
  • Utilize the fully equipped kitchen and BBQ grill.
  • Support occasional entertaining, holidays, and intimate gatherings.
  • Coordinate with the family's assistant, who can assist with grocery shopping.
  • Maintain an exceptionally clean, organized, and professional kitchen.

Dietary Requirements
  • Two household members, including one principal, have a garlic allergy to both raw and cooked garlic.
  • Garlic may be used for other family members only with strict communication and cross-contamination precautions.
  • One daughter is pregnant and cannot have raw fish or meat.
  • Family does not eat oysters, duck, or rabbit.

Entertaining
The family occasionally hosts guests and is involved with nonprofit organizations and fundraisers in Miami, Colorado, and New York. For events exceeding 12 guests, the family typically hires a catering team. The Chef should be comfortable supporting smaller gatherings and holiday meals, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Eve.
Ideal Candidate
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in a similar Private Chef role, with a strong private family background and verifiable references.
  • Skilled across multiple cuisines and comfortable cooking for multigenerational families.
  • Creative and passionate about desserts, breads, and elevated everyday meals.
  • Knowledgeable about food allergies, cross-contamination, and food safety.
  • Organized, self-sufficient, polished, and comfortable working alongside household staff.
  • Flexible and willing to travel domestically and internationally.
  • Warm and personable while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Exceptionally discreet and trustworthy, with a strong understanding of confidentiality and protecting the family's privacy, home, schedule, travel, guests, and personal information. Strict discretion is required both in person and on social media; sharing photographs or information about the family or household is not permitted.

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