Private Chef

Company: Career Group
Location: Atherton
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description A private family is seeking a Private Chef to provide high-quality culinary support for daily meals and occasional family events. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the family, their Chief of Staff, and Estate Manager, ensuring meals and dietary needs are thoughtfully prepared across multiple residences. We are seeking a creative, organized, and service-oriented professional who can thrive in a dynamic environment and work independently with minimal direct interaction with the family. This is primarily an on-site role going between two Peninsula homes. Travel between homes and occasional domestic travel may be required. Responsibilities Prepare grab-and-go lunches, casual meals, and children’s snacks. Cook lunch and dinner in the home kitchen, alternating between two peninsula residences depending on the family’s location. Support occasional family events with meal preparation, focusing on comfort and home-cooked flavors. Maintain fully stocked refrigerators and pantry items. Ensure meals align with the family’s dietary preferences and restrictions: high-protein, low-carb, clean eating. Bring creativity and variety to menus across all cuisines. Collaborate as part of the household team, reporting to the Chief of Staff and working alongside the Estate Manager and other staff. Provide support behind the scenes, respecting the family’s preference for minimal face time. Requirements Prior private chef experience required; Michelin-star experience not necessary. Comfortable working independently with discretion and professionalism. Knowledge of a wide range of cuisines and ability to create inventive, home-style meals. Highly organized, proactive, and flexible, with the ability to adapt to varying schedules and travel between homes. Team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude. Degree preferred but not required. Open to junior or mid-level candidates ready for the next step in private household work. Compensation & Benefits $120,000 -$200,000 depending on experience Benefits stipend provided until family benefits plan is established. Relocation assistance may be available. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. California applicants, please view our Privacy Notice here: https://careergroupcompanies.com/california -privacy-notice/ . Career Group is a premier, Women-Owned recruiting agency and a widely recognized name in corporate and administrative staffing. We connect our candidates with job opportunities at leading companies nationwide. When you work with a Career Group recruiter, you gain a strategic career advisor for life. Submit your resume to get started today. Company Description Career Group has a strong commitment to our talent. We pride ourselves on making dream placements with top companies across industries, and we are proud to be industry leaders, using a hands on, curated approach to find the perfect match. We understand that every individual and every company is unique, so we take the time to get to know our clients and candidates on a deeper level. Careers start here. Company Description Career Group has a strong commitment to our talent. We pride ourselves on making dream placements with top companies across industries, and we are proud to be industry leaders, using a hands on, curated approach to find the perfect match. We understand that every individual and every company is unique, so we take the time to get to know our clients and candidates on a deeper level. Careers start here.

Keywords: Career Group, Sunnyvale , Private Chef, Hospitality & Tourism , Atherton, California