Private Chef

Private Chef
Location: Private Residence | Morristown, NJ
Reports To: Executive Chef

Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and hospitality-driven Private Chef to support a private residence with a refined, wellness-forward culinary program. This role blends the creativity of fine dining with the care and attentiveness of personalized home cooking, serving a small group of high-level executives and guests in an intimate, luxury setting.

The ideal candidate has strong culinary instincts, emotional intelligence, and a deep understanding of discreet, service-oriented environments. This position requires flexibility, professionalism, and a passion for preparing beautiful, seasonal meals that nourish and impress.

This opportunity is full-time Saturday-Tuesday (4/10 hour days)

Key Responsibilities:

• Personalized Culinary Execution:
  Prepare and present thoughtfully tailored meals based on daily rhythms, guest preferences, and dietary needs—including elevated breakfast offerings, customized lunches, and curated dinner experiences.
• Hospitality-Driven Service:
  Bring warmth, precision, and care to every culinary interaction. Anticipate needs, personalize service, and create memorable food experiences in a home setting.
• Kitchen Operations & Organization:
  Maintain a clean, well-organized, and fully stocked kitchen. Ensure all food safety and sanitation protocols are met or exceeded.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  Work alongside the Executive Chef to execute menus, source specialty ingredients, and plan for upcoming meals, events, or guest stays.
• Discretion & Flexibility:
  Maintain absolute discretion at all times and adapt easily to changing schedules, special requests, and evolving preferences.
• Seasonal Sourcing & Wellness-Focused Cuisine:
  Embrace local, seasonal ingredients with a focus on health-conscious cooking and beautiful presentation.
• Support for Entertaining:
  Assist with small-scale events, tastings, or dinners hosted within the residence, ensuring seamless execution and elevated guest experience.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of professional culinary experience, with at least 1 year in a private chef, fine dining, or luxury hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of seasonal cooking, wellness-forward cuisine, and modern plating.
• Culinary degree or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.
• Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and communication skills.
• High level of discretion and ability to operate in a private, professional environment.
• Familiarity with special diets (e.g., gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan).
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Thrives in quiet, high-touch hospitality environments.
• Loves crafting meals that are both nourishing and elegant.
• Can pivot with ease based on changing needs and schedules.
• Finds joy in the details and the personal touches that elevate everyday meals.

What You’ll Get From Us:

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Access to health, dental, and vision benefits
• A supportive and respectful work environment within a best-in-class private hospitality setting
• Opportunities for ongoing development and growth within the Chelsea Hospitality Group family