Location: New York, USA

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience (long-term position)

Schedule:

• 5–6 days per week, including weekends
• Likely schedule: Saturday–Wednesday or Saturday–Thursday
• Another chef will cover days off
• Only not working when the family is travelling

Start Date: Immediate.  1-week paid trials taking place ASAP

Overview

A UHNW family based in Manhattan is seeking an exceptional long-term Private Chef to support a household of two adults, three young children, and two live-in nannies. Extended family members visit regularly, with a maximum of around 5 adults in the household at any one time.

This is a newly created role following recent changes within the family. The Principals are looking for a chef who is warm, intuitive, and welcoming, while maintaining clear professional boundaries at all times with family members, guests, and other staff.

The ideal candidate is confident running a private kitchen independently and enjoys building a rhythm and flow that works naturally for the household.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving daily meals for the family and nannies, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner

• Breakfast primarily for children; lunch varies between served meals and grab-and-go options

• Dinner served most days for the entire family

• Cooking mostly family-style meals, with the ability to deliver three-course dinners when required

• Creating a weekly menu and presenting it to the Principal every Wednesday, adjusting based on preferences. Final menu approved by Thursday.

• Managing the full kitchen process end-to-end: menu planning, grocery shopping, preparation, service, and clean-up

• Maintaining an immaculate, professional kitchen at all times, including upon end of shift.

• Adapting style and flow in collaboration with the Principal as the household settles into a new routine

Household Style & Preferences

• No food allergies or intolerances, except one child allergic to kiwi 🥝

• Family enjoys a wide range of cuisines and values variety and options

• Emphasis on healthy, well-balanced meals required; Nutritional knowledge is a strong plus

• Warm, family-oriented atmosphere with clear professional boundaries

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Private Chef in UHNW or private household settings (essential)

• Independent, confident, and self-directed; able to work without supervision

• Intuitive and observant, with the ability to anticipate preferences and adapt accordingly

• Professional, discreet, calm, and well-organised

• Comfortable managing a newly created role and shaping kitchen systems from scratch

• Flexible to work weekends and varying schedules

• Strong communication skills, knowing when to ask questions and when to act independently

Trial & Application Process

• Paid 1-week trial required

• Trials taking place immediately

If you are an experienced Private Chef seeking a long-term role within a UHNW household and thrive in an autonomous, family-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV, portfolio, and references to sara@squadplacements.com 🧑‍🍳🥗