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Aunt Ann’s In-House Staffing’s Client
Location: Saint Helena CA
Job Type: Part Time
Category: Estate Staff
Position: St. Helena Family Seeks On Site or Drop Off Chef
Schedule: Flexible / Part-Time (Providing 3 dinners, 3 lunches, and healthy snack stocking per week)
Salary Amount or Range: $75-$95/hr DOE or chef day rate for drop off
Children: 7, 9 and 11 years old
Pets:
Bay Area Region: Wine Country
Description
A busy, health-conscious family of five is seeking a talented and proactive Private Chef to oversee their weekly culinary needs. This role focuses on preparing nutrient-dense, flavorful meals that align with a Mediterranean, Asian-inspired, and Paleo-leaning philosophy, while remaining adaptable enough to keep three growing children happy and well-fed. The family is exceptionally flexible regarding the exact schedule and service style. This position can easily accommodate a chef who prefers drop-off meal delivery service, or on-site preparation or a mix of both, with casual, family-style presentation left for the family to enjoy at 6:00 PM.
Experience
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Experience as a Private Chef or High-End Catering Chef within private residences with great references
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Strong command of health-focused culinary trends, specifically Paleo, Mediterranean, Macro-focused, and Gluten-Free cooking.
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Highly organized, reliable, and discreet. Excellent communication skills regarding menu planning and scheduling.
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Must have reliable transportation for sourcing and/or drop-offs, and a clean driving record.
Educational Requirements
Culinary degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Design creative, rotating weekly menus tailored to the family’s dietary preferences. Manage all grocery shopping, sourcing high-quality proteins, organic produce, and specialty ingredients
- Maintain a beautifully organized, fully stocked refrigerator with healthy, accessible snacks and staples (e.g., hard-boiled eggs, prepped crudités, tuna salad, washed fruit, and clean protein options
- Maintain pristine cleanliness in the kitchen, food prep areas, and appliances if cooking on-site
- Strictly adhere to dietary boundaries, ensuring all meals are completely free of pork products and heavily focused on gluten-free, low-carb options for the adults.
Nutritional Profile
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Clean Mediterranean and vibrant Asian cuisines. High-vegetable, high-protein focus. Heavily Paleo-focused and gluten-conscious for the adults (no strict allergies, but a strong preference for limiting refined carbs and pasta).
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No pork products due to family intolerances.
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Ability to craft meals where the core proteins and veggies suit the parents’ Paleo preferences, with simple, healthy modifications or sides to satisfy the children (7, 9, and 11).