Private Chef (Full-Time, Travel Required)
Miami-based with travel to secondary residences
Compensation: $170,000+ DOE, full benefits, PTO, 401(k), bonus potential
Start date is mid-August
We are seeking a warm, flexible, and highly skilled Private Chef to join an active, down-to-earth family of four based in Miami. The family values simple, beautifully prepared meals made with high-quality ingredients and prefers a relaxed, welcoming dining experience over fine-dining formality. Their day-to-day preferences focus on healthy, approachable meals –proteins such as chicken, turkey, and fish (no red meat or pork), and favorite cuisines including Italian, Asian, and sushi. The Chef will also prepare family-friendly meals for two young children, with thoughtful flexibility to accommodate their evolving tastes. Creativity is encouraged when entertaining guests, but the overall tone of meals should feel comfortable and at home, not overly formal or restaurant-like.
The Chef will be a key member of the household team, with regular travel to the family’s secondary residences. The ideal candidate will bring at least five years of private home experience, ideally with VIP or fine dining training, and a proven ability to support families in informal, family-focused settings. A calm, adaptable personality is essential, along with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle shifting schedules and last-minute changes with ease. The Chef should collaborate well with household staff, welcome client feedback, and proactively manage all aspects of kitchen prep and service.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Private Chef who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys creating meals that bring people together, and can maintain flexibility and professionalism in a fast-paced household.
Please note: the hiring team will conduct interviews in late July with trials happening in early to mid August. Ideal start date is mid-late August!
Schedule
- Miami: Monday–Friday live dinner only + breakfast prep + lunch prep for Mr.
- Weekends and holidays required when requested, traveling and/or hosting
- Family travels for several weeks annually; Chef will be expected to travel during key periods including holidays
Core Responsibilities
- Weekly menu planning in collaboration with the client and household team
- Preparation of simple, flavorful, healthy meals
- Daily dinner service + breakfast and lunch prep as needed
- Weekend prep of staples for family and staff (grilled proteins, vegetables, etc.)
- Occasional event cooking (family BBQs, holiday gatherings)
- Setting table and presenting family-style meals; clean-up post-meal
- Maintaining a clean and organized Chef’s kitchen (separate from main family kitchen)
- Sourcing fresh, high-quality ingredients (local farm stands and markets encouraged)
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Private Chef in a UHNW household, plus restaurant/fine dining background.
- Ideally local to the Miami area - local candidates will be given preference.
- Legally authorized to work in the US.
- Strong portfolio of cooking across international cuisines and wellness-focused dishes.
- Proven experience working with fresh, organic products and creating child-friendly meals and snacks.
- Highly organized with ability to manage party/event prep, food inventory, and menu planning.
- Knowledge of and strict adherence to FIFO, HACCP, and other professional kitchen safety standards.
- Excellent communicator with the ability to collaborate closely with household staff.
- Discreet, respectful, and able to work quietly in the background of a private home.
- Flexible, service-oriented mindset, available for travel, weekends, and holidays.
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training is preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary of $170,000+ | DOE
- Full benefits: health, dental, vision (100% employer-paid), PTO, 401(k), bonus potential
- Separate accommodations provided during required travel
DM Estate Staffing is a domestic staffing firm based in Silicon Valley, California. We place highly skilled Private Service Professionals with private clients and family offices. While our roots are in Silicon Valley, our reach is nationwide, encompassing key markets such as Aspen, Austin, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Palm Beach, Silicon Valley, and Washington, DC.
You may know us as Domestic | Match and Private Chef | Match. After 12 years of expansion, we’ve evolved into the top choice for domestic staffing services. As our journey has unfolded, we’ve expanded beyond the constraints of our original brand, spreading our reach to encompass a broad spectrum of roles within the private estate and family office sectors.
What Makes Us Unique
Drawing upon over 70 years of collective expertise in private service, luxury hospitality, and yachting, DM Estate Staffing’s team boasts a deep understanding of the intimate relationship between private employers and their household staff. Our team’s personal experience in these roles fuels our continued passion and commitment to our recruitment efforts today. We approach our work with zeal and are dedicated to ensuring that clients and candidates alike discover the ideal match.
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