About this role
Overview
A busy executive in the Castro neighborhood of San Francisco is seeking an outstanding and innovative chef to work on an ad hoc basis for the next year, typically 1-2 times per month. The client appreciates multi-ethnic cuisine and diverse cooking including French, European, and Japanse for example. They enjoy high-quality, ingredient-forward meals. When working it would include lunch and dinner, including prep, serving, and clean-up. There will be a housekeeper to assist.
Responsibilities
- Cooking lunch and dinner for 1 adult principal and often 2-3 additional guests/housemates.
- Grocery shopping including farmer's market and restocking of the pantry.
- Keeping the kitchen tidy and cleaning up before leaving. The chef will be expected to serve the food and a housekeeper will assist.
Qualifications
- The ideal chef would be knowledgeable in French, European and Japanese cuisine, with an eye for making healthy dishes that do not compromise on taste.
- The ideal candidate is clean, tidy, and easy-going. The kitchen/living space is open concept
- Team-player who works well with others in a busy house. This is a fully staffed home and everyone works together
- Flexible and excellent communicator
Requirements
- The chef will need to be very organized and flexible as the client often gives very little notice before wanting to eat
- Legal to work in the US
- Commuting distance/already local to San Francisco. Housing is not provided
Salary and Benefits
Due to the unique nature of the schedule and flexibility needed, pay is highly competitive
Other facts
About British American Household Staffing
British American Household Staffing was founded to provide household staffing solutions. We offer an efficient and discreet service by gaining a thorough understanding of client’s staff needs and meeting those needs with rigorously interviewed and screened candidates of the highest caliber. Our ambition is to facilitate placements that result in client contentment and candidates that can look forward to long-term job satisfaction.
We provide experienced, qualified and formally trained household staff, including Nannies, Governesses, Butlers, Baby Nurses, Personal Assistants, Housekeepers, Private Chefs, Household/Estate Managers and Chauffeurs for households of all sizes. We have offices based in NYC, Miami, Los Angeles, London and Dubai.
What you'll do
- The chef will be responsible for cooking lunch and dinner for the principal and guests, including prep, serving, and clean-up. They will also handle grocery shopping and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
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