_{12th January, 2026}

Private Chef - Full-Time | Hillsborough, CA + Palo Alto (Bay Area)
Start Date: ASAP
Active family of four with two homes in Hillsborough, CA, and Palo Alto, is seeking an experienced Private Chef to join their household team. This is a full-time, Monday-Friday position with weekend fridge stocking for a professional passionate about fresh, clean, and health-focused cuisine. The family values top-quality ingredients, mindful nutrition, and delicious meals that align with their dietary needs and lifestyle, and loves a good presentation. 

Schedule: Monday-Friday: 7am- 2:00 PM

• Breakfast: 7:30 AM serving time
• Lunch: 12:30-1:00 PM (sometimes plated, sometimes prepared and left ready)
• Dinner: Typically prepared during the day and left in the kitchen; occasional family-style service in the evenings.
• Occasional Evenings: ~3 times per month, the chef will stay later to prepare and serve dinner for the family and/or guests.
• Fridays: Prepare and leave meals for the weekend.

Travel

• Travel is generally not required during the school year.
• Possibility of joining the family for one month during summer holidays (e.g., Saint-Tropez, or Greece, Turkey, other European destinations).

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and serve (when requested) nutrient-rich, dairy-free, gluten-free, and no-added-sugar meals.
• Prioritize farm-to-table sourcing by vetting suppliers, selecting the highest-quality produce, and maintaining a strong focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Ensure meals are balanced with high-quality proteins, healthy fats, a wide variety of vegetables, and berries.
• Prepare  meals for household staff (nanny of the newborn and for the nanny of the 8-year-old).
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and manage food inventory.
• Accommodate family preferences and dietary needs while maintaining creativity and variety in menus.

The Ideal Candidate

• Professional background as a Private Chef or in high-end culinary settings.
• Deep knowledge of nutrition-focused cooking and dietary restrictions (gluten-free, dairy-free, refined-sugar-free).
• Strong experience sourcing from farmers' markets and premium food suppliers.
• Organized, discreet, and able to work independently while collaborating with household staff.
• Flexible, reliable, and comfortable adjusting menus based on the family's schedule and needs.
• Warm, service-oriented, and passionate about delivering both health and flavor.

Compensation & Benefits

• $150k- $165K gross or  commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity for travel during family holidays.

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