Michelin-Experienced Full-Time Private Chef Needed In Dorado, Puerto Rico

Michelin-Experienced Full-Time Private Chef Needed in Dorado, Puerto Rico
*Classically trained, with experience working as or under a Michelin-starred chef, and experience in a Michelin-starred restaurant are required. *
Location: Dorado, Puerto Rico
Position: Full-Time Private Chef
Salary: $150,000–$200,000 annually, depending on experience
Schedule: Five days per week, preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the full week
Start Date: As soon as possible
Travel: Potential domestic and international travel
Benefits:
Paid time off
Paid sick leave
Housing and relocation assistance

A private family of four is seeking an exceptional, classically trained Private Chef for their primary residence in Dorado, Puerto Rico. The family enjoys fresh, healthy, high-protein meals with an emphasis on Asian, particularly Singaporean, Japanese, French, and other global cuisines.

The ideal candidate combines outstanding culinary training with the ability to create thoughtful, varied meals suited to everyday family life. Classically trained, with experience working as or under a Michelin-starred chef, and experience in a Michelin-starred restaurants are required. Candidates open to relocating are encouraged to apply – Housing is provided.

Responsibilities

Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner for two adults and two children
Develop personalized menus that reflect the family's preferences, nutritional goals, and dietary needs.
Demonstrate versatility across Asian, French, and other international cuisines.
Source exceptional ingredients, including fresh produce and premium meats
Manage grocery shopping, specialty sourcing, kitchen inventory, and pantry organization.
Handle all food preparation, cooking, serving, and kitchen cleanup.
Follow appropriate precautions for a peanut allergy in the household.
Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and consistently high food safety standards.
Coordinate with household staff and adapt to changes in the family's schedule.
Accompany the family on travel if required, with arrangements discussed in advance.

Qualifications

Classical culinary training.
Demonstrated experience as or under a Michelin-starred chef and in a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Extensive knowledge of Asian cuisine, French cuisine, and broader global cooking.
Ability to balance refined culinary techniques with healthy, approachable family meals.
Knowledge of food allergies, ingredient labeling, and cross-contact prevention.
Strong organization, communication, discretion, and professional judgment.
Private household experience preferred.
Excellent verifiable references.

Disclaimer: This job description represents the duties and criteria provided by the client at the time of posting. Please note that it is not exhaustive and may not encompass all responsibilities or details of the role. Ultimately, the family retains full discretion to determine the specific qualifications, daily expectations, and requirements that best suit their unique household needs.