Chef

| Litchfield, CT, United States

Posted Date 9/17/2024
Description

Private family seeks an experienced, energetic, and positive full time Private Chef available Wednesday through Sunday or Tuesday through Saturday in Litchfield County, CT. Position is Live-Out or Live-in on premises depending on preferences. Private Chef should be team oriented, work well with children, be experienced in working in a formal home and possess a “can do” attitude.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Procuring the highest quality ingredients 
  • Coordinating creative and delicious meals for the family 
  • Inventory and stocking pantries and wine cellar
  • Managing food and service for private events 
  • Sanitizing and cleaning the kitchen after each session
  • Managing staff during private events 
  • Flower arranging and tablescaping
  • Formal table service and service of drinks
  • Care of fine china, silver, crystal
  • Additional general Private Chef duties upon request

Requirements:

  • Strong command of English language; superior communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Minimum 3 – 5 + years related experience working in a private residence as a Private Chef
  • Culinary Arts degree from an accredited school REQUIRED
  • High-end restaurant experience REQUIRED
  • Excellent references required from both current and previous employers
  • Ability to fully manage kitchen cleaning, stocking, serving, maintenance, etc.
  • Strong fresh, seasonal and farm-to-table cooking skills
  • Polished, poised, discreet and professional in both mindset and manor
  • Exceptional hygiene and knowledge of food safety procedures
  • Attention to detail and a meticulous cleanliness; exceptional organizational skills and dedication to responsibilities
  • MUST have positive, pleasant, and team-player attitude; strong service-oriented mindset
  • Valid Driver’s License; willing and able to drive both in countryside and in urban settings
  • Legally able to work in the United States
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Categories
Chef
Compensation
DOE Starting from $100k Minimum 2 long term references Background check required
Housing Type
Live-in or On-site | Live-out

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