Overview
A lovely, professional family based in West Lake Hills, Austin, TX, is looking to hire a long-term chef. The family have residences in San Francisco, NYC and outside of Atlanta they occasionally visit as well. They enjoy moderate professional and personal travel, and the candidate should be open to travel if/when needed (for long weekends, multiple weeks, and even occasionally for a month or so). The family employ a small on-site team, so some cooking for on-site team members will also be expected, as well as cooking for extended family members, friends and guests, as needed. This role is only open to local candidates at this time.
Responsibilities
Well-versed in menu creation, healthy cooking, cooking for nutritional value, calorie counting, preparing dishes relevant to the seasons, and vegetarian styles
Take feedback well and course adjust with meals and cuisines when required
Work in partnership with physical trainers, nutritionists, doctors, etc. to ensure optimal nutritional intake
Open to working both onsite at the family’s residences/vacation homes, as well as working from chef’s own home and delivering meals, per family’s discretion
Open to trying new dishes and drinks; enjoy being innovative to keep dishes exciting and fresh
Looking to work for a growing family (currently, a couple with a toddler and dog; grandparents often present)
Maintain professional growth throughout the years
Be happy to pitch in and lend a hand with some basic home help such as occasional dog care requests, e.g. walking/feeding
Maintain a very organized, clean, sanitary kitchen, including taking great care of all kitchen and dining items
Purchase items and supplies when needed; keep stock of all inventory
- Run errands and perform shopping related to food/beverages
Place food/beverage orders and source food/beverages and event items (i.e. serveware, barware, linens, etc.), as needed
Maintain documents related to inventory of food, beverages, and dishware; food prep and preferences; shopping lists; budgets and timesheets pertaining to the Chef and his/her duties
Maintain proper food storage at appropriate temperatures, in appropriate containers with clear labeling and heating instructions
Prepare restaurant recommendations and meal plans when needed
Assist with events and restaurant reservations
Qualifications
- It would be a huge bonus if the candidate has professional training, as well as experience cooking many types of cuisines, cooking for children, and cooking for those with dietary restrictions.
- Work well independently, as well as collaboratively and cooperatively with others
- Have moral integrity, employ honesty, use discretion and good judgment
Requirements
- US passport, Green Card or EAC
- Passport ready and willing to travel, if required
- Available to start ASAP
- Be local to West Lake Hills, Austin, TX
Salary and Benefits
- Competitive compensation DOE
- Employer-paid health benefits: medical, dental and vision
- PTO: 10 vacation days (vacation days need to be approved in advance); 7 sick days
