Los Altos Hills Family Seeks FT Private Chef

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Aunt Ann’s In-House Staffing’s Client
Location: Los Altos Hills CA
Job Type: Full Time
Category: Estate Staff
Position: Los Altos Hills Family Seeks FT Private Chef
Schedule: Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, occasional weekends
Salary Amount or Range: $75-$100/hr DOE plus PTO, paid holidays sick days, health stipend
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Bay Area Region: South Peninsula

Description
LOCAL candidates only

We are representing a family of four in Los Altos Hills in seeking a professional full time Private Chef. Mom and dad both WFH while the children (6 and 9 years old) are in school. The ideal candidate is an expert in healthy, organic cuisine and thrives in a dynamic environment that requires both routine precision and the flexibility to travel internationally. (1-2 weeks)

Compensation & Perks

• Hourly Rate: $75 – $100/hr based on portfolio and experience.

• Travel: All travel expenses, lodging, and daily stipends covered during international trips.

• Environment: A professional, respectful, and high-functioning home environment.

Experience Requirements

2 or more years of experience working in private service with great references. Able to work well alone since kitchen is in separate ADU on property

Educational Requirements

Culinary Degree

Qualifications

• Valid passport and willingness to travel internationally.

• Reliable transportation for daily sourcing and commuting to Los Altos Hills.

• High standards for hygiene and food safety.

• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, “can-do” attitude.

Responsibilities

• Meal Service: Prepare and serve daily lunch (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM) and Dinner (6PM) served family style.

• Dietary Management: Expertly navigate dietary restrictions, specifically creating diverse and flavorful Vegetarian and Gluten-Free menus for the mom, while preparing meals which include protein for the rest of the family.

• Organic Sourcing: Manage all procurement of fresh, high-quality, organic ingredients from local markets and premium purveyors.

• Kitchen Operations: Maintain a pristine kitchen, handle all cleanup, inventory management, and pantry stocking.

• International Travel: Accompany the family on international trips (1–2 weeks at a time) to locations such as Japan, France, New Zealand, and Australia, adapting to local ingredients and kitchen setups.

• Flexibility: While the standard schedule is M-F, the chef must be open to occasional shifts to weekend dinner service as needed.

Qualifications

• Professional Experience: Proven track record as a Private Chef for high-net-worth families

• Dietary Expertise: Specialized knowledge in gluten-free and vegetarian cooking, ensuring nutritional balance without sacrificing variety.

• Child-Friendly Approach: Ability to create healthy, kid-approved meals that encourage adventurous eating while respecting the preferences of a 6 and 9-year-old.

• WFH Professionalism: Ability to work discreetly and efficiently in a home where both principals work from home.

• Global Palate: A wide culinary repertoire

• Administrative Skills: Tech-savvy enough to manage grocery budgets, digital recipes, and scheduling.

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