Job Description

We are a busy family of three in College Grove seeking an experienced Private Chef to plan, prepare, and serve high-quality, nutrition and performance-focused meals. This individual will be responsible for creating thoughtful menus, accommodating dietary preferences and restrictions, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and delivering an exceptional culinary experience. The ideal candidate is professional, discreet, enjoys working in a family environment, and is passionate about food, nutrition, and hospitality.

• Job Title: Private Chef
• Location: College Grove, TN
• Pay and Benefits: Competitive pay based on experience and credentials along with benefits will be offered (medical, dental, vision & 401k w/employer match)
• Schedule: Hours will vary based on family schedule, but typical expectation is lunches and dinners Monday-Thursday and lunch on Friday. 40+ hours/week (specific hours depending on family need and chef’s prep/clean up time)

Key Responsibilities:

• Menu Planning: Create weekly menus aligned with the family’s preferences, nutrition goals, seasonal ingredients with dietary restrictions in mind
• Meal Preparation and Service: Cooks lunches, dinners and snacks M-F (with some flexibility for special events)
• Grocery Shopping : Source ingredients, manage grocery budget and track receipts and reconcile invoices
• Kitchen Management: Maintain a clean, organized and sanitized work area, sort and label ingredients, manage pantry inventory, and perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Special events and guest dining experiences: Plan and execute dinners for the family and guests planning to accommodate different tastes and dietary restrictions
• Discretion and professionalism: Respecting client privacy and confidentiality while maintaining a warm but professional demeanor at all times

Qualifications:

• Experience: 5+ years as a private/personal chef
• Education: Culinary degree (or equivalent professional training), food safety certification and nutritionist certification
• Logistics: Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle to purchase and transport groceries as needed
• Comfort: Must be comfortable around children and dogs and while not a primary responsibility, willing to pitch in to help when needed with both

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