Private Family Chef, Full-Time (Brentwood, CA)
Salary DOE plus Benefits and PTO
Hours: General Hours are lunch and dinners -- with some weekends with flex (not a clock watcher)
Dinner served at 530pm and all is wrapped up by 730pm
MUST wear a uniform and always present as super polished
There may be occasional travel
We are seeking an experienced, polished Private Chef to join a high-profile family in Brentwood, CA. The ideal candidate has a calm, professional presence, a refined palate, and a strong work ethic, with prior long-term experience in high-net-worth households. A uniform is required for this role. MUST BE OK with a BUSY household, can wear a uniform, cleans as they go. MUST blend into the environment and will work with a chefs kitchen, with beautiful appliances. Clients are very kid but particular and do enjoy their own space. Occasional travel to abroad as needed with them (not often).
Household Overview
Family of four: parents and twin 5-year-olds (older children, ages 15 and 17, are present part-time)
Health-conscious, active lifestyle
Separate, fully equipped chef’s kitchen
Supported by a full housekeeping staff that remains on-site through dinner hours to assist with cleanup
No food allergies— this is not an overly particularly refined or complex palate. They enjoy high-quality meals made with excellent ingredients. Appreciate comfort foods prepared thoughtfully and elevated through quality and care, such as a chicken pot pie with a flaky, buttery crust or a fresh, homemade bolognese made with local, organic ingredients
Responsibilities
Prepare daily healthy, balanced, and flavorful meals — family-friendly yet elevated
Create menus featuring clean, nutrient-dense dishes that align with the principals’ wellness-oriented lifestyle
(Think SunLife-style smoothies, Goop Kitchen-inspired teriyaki bowls, and fresh seasonal meals)
Lunch for principals when home; primary focus on dinners
Prepare and pack school lunches for children as needed
Manage grocery shopping, inventory, and organization of the kitchen
Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation
Coordinate with household staff for meal service and cleanup
Occasionally prepare special meals for guests or events
Lunch is 1pm if they are there, Dinner usually served by 630 and done by 730 latest
MIGHT leave stuff for breakfast and or snacks
Qualifications
Minimum 5+ years of experience as a private chef in UHNW households with tenure in roles
Proven ability to create delicious, health-focused meals using premium ingredients
Professional demeanor, discretion, and teamwork-oriented approach
Strong organizational and time management skills
Culinary degree preferred but not required