Private Chef
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 12, 2026.
Overview
Full-Time Private Chef Atherton, CA
A warm, health-conscious family is looking for a full-time Private Chef to take ownership of daily meals with creativity, freshness, and real attention to detail. The family values healthy, vegetable-forward cooking and a genuine appreciation for good food without pretension, think- a fun sushi night alongside comforting, produce-driven meals. The ideal candidate works with a mindful, low-key presence in the home, is warm and easygoing with children in the household, and brings a genuine "yes, can-do" attitude along with strong communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Prepare dinner Sunday-Thursday, plus some lunches and easy grab-and-go breakfast items and snacks
- Handle full grocery shopping for all family meals
- Accommodate household dietary preferences with ease and creativity
- Prepare a simplified, age-appropriate version of family meals for children
- Bring creativity and variety to weekly menus, exploring a range of cuisines
- Occasionally support dinner parties and larger seasonal events
- Submit menus in advance for review
- Keep kitchen staples stocked and the kitchen clean and organized at all times
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience as a Private Chef for a family; high-end restaurant experience is a plus
- Strong, creative approach to healthy, vegetable-forward cooking
- Comfortable managing grocery shopping and kitchen organization independently
- Warm, low-key, and easy to have as part of the household rhythm
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- Local to the Bay Area
- Willing to undergo a background check and provide strong professional references
- Passport-ready. There may be very occasional international travel
Compensation
- $65-$90 per hour | DOE
- 40 hours guaranteed per week
- Full benefits including:
- Healthcare stipend
- 15 PTO days (majority to be taken during family travel)
- Paid holidays to be discussed with client
- Access to a retirement plan through Calsavers
- Discretionary bonus
DM Estate Staffing is a domestic staffing firm headquartered in Silicon Valley, dedicated to connecting exceptional Private Service Professionals with private clients and family offices across the United States. Built over more than a decade on referrals and repeat clients, we have grown thoughtfully by doing one thing well: finding the right person for the right home.
Every member of our recruiting team has worked personally in the homes of prominent private clients, as estate managers, private chefs, household leaders, and more. That lived experience is what sets us apart. We don't just understand private service in theory; we've navigated its nuances, its demands, and its deeply personal nature from the inside. That perspective shapes every search we conduct and every candidate we represent.
We encourage you to regularly explore our job board and apply for any roles that align with your experience and aspirations. When your background aligns with what our clients are looking for, we will be in touch. We hope to have the opportunity to work with you soon.