Full-Time Traveling Private Chef – (Chestnut Hill, MA & Delray Beach, FL)

Overview

A young, health-conscious entrepreneur is seeking a dedicated Private Chef to support a dual-residence lifestyle between Massachusetts and Florida. This is a long-term career role (10+ years), designed for a chef who values stability, loyalty, and the opportunity to grow alongside a client as his homes and lifestyle expand. 
 

Residences & Lifestyle

● Chestnut Hill, MA (approx. May 22 – Oct 15) → currently a 1,700 sq ft luxury apartment, with a larger home purchase anticipated within 12 months.

● Delray Beach, FL (approx. Oct 15 – May 21) → 8,500 sq ft home with a professional kitchen (interim condo possible prior to full move-in).

● Monthly travel between residences (0–2 times).

● Occasional domestic and international travel (chef typically accompanies for trips longer than 3 days).

● Both kitchens are equipped with high-end tools (HexClad, Le Creuset, sous vide, Japanese knives, etc.).

 

Schedule & Meals

● Monday–Friday: light breakfast, moderate lunch, and full dinner service.

● Saturday: large breakfast plus meal preparation for the weekend.

● Sunday: off, except for occasional events or dinners, with an alternate rest day provided.

● Service includes cooking, serving, and kitchen management — the chef does not dine with the principal.

 

Culinary Style & Nutrition

● Global inspiration (Asian, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Latin, American), with openness to explore new cuisines.

● Balanced approach between lighter meals (seafood, vegetables) and heartier dishes (steak, pasta, roasts).

● Restrictions: prefers meals lighter in dairy, with indulgence reserved for special occasions.

● Variety is encouraged, with the ability to repeat favorite staples weekly.

● Presentation: casual elegance for daily meals, elevated to fine dining / multi-course plating when entertaining guests, business colleagues, or dates.

● Ability to handle wine and spirit pairings is strongly preferred.
 

Responsibilities

● Full ownership of culinary function: menu planning, sourcing, preparation, serving, and cleanup.

● Nutritional oversight: broad health-conscious planning with the ability to calculate macros when needed (e.g., weight management).

● Strong preference for local and organic sourcing, building relationships with farmers markets and specialty purveyors.

● Meal preparation for off-days and for travel periods.

● Hosting support for small, intimate dinners and gatherings.
 

Candidate Profile

● 5–10+ years of professional experience; private household experience strongly preferred.

● Formal culinary training (Culinary Institute, Le Cordon Bleu, etc.) preferred but not required.

● Multi-cuisine versatility with a balance of nutrition-driven and fine dining techniques.

● Calm, discreet, and professional; comfortable in the background but able to engage warmly when needed.

● Values privacy, loyalty, and long-term commitment to one client.
 

Compensation & Housing

● Competitive full-time salary.

● Chef maintains a personal home base in either MA or FL; housing provided in the opposite state when stationed there.

● Travel covered when accompanying the client.

● Role offers significant growth opportunities as the client’s residences and lifestyle continue to expand.

Please submit salary requirements, 1-3 letters of recommendation and a professional photo when applying.