AS604 - Full-Time Chef - Upper West Side
Content + Source + Freshness • 17 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
High value reflective of excellent salary and opportunity for creative culinary expression, although expectations around dietary requirements can be demanding.
- Salary range: $125,000–$200,000/year depending on experience
- Steady hours and family-friendly work environment
- Flexibility to express culinary creativity
Pros
- Attractive salary range between $125,000 and $200,000 depending on experience
- Scheduled hours that promote a balanced lifestyle
- Opportunity to express culinary creativity without rigid service
Cons
- Demands for specific dietary preparations can create stress
- High standards from the family may lead to pressure
- Potential for complex cooking requirements due to varied preferences
Who it's for
Senior • On-site
Good fit
- Senior chefs with extensive culinary knowledge
- Culinary professionals who appreciate family dynamics
- Individuals who thrive in diverse cooking environments
Not recommended for
- Newcomers in the culinary field
- Individuals who do not enjoy family-driven roles
- Those who avoid high culinary expectations
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Overview
A busy family of four is seeking a full-time chef for their home on the Upper West Side. The schedule for this role is Monday through Friday, and the chef will be responsible for the preparation of lunch and dinner daily. The family eats lunch around 12pm and dinner around 6pm. The chef should be flexible to cook for approximately one dinner party per week, with dinner served around 8:30pm.
This couple enjoys healthy eating, and would like to find a chef who can cook organic, clean, light, and delicious food. One of the principals is a vegetarian who enjoys Indian, Mexican, Chinese, and Thai cuisines, among others. The other principal prefers more simple foods, with a focus on chicken as the main protein, so the chef should be comfortable with preparing different meals to suit their preferences. The family also has two children, ages four and one- the family is seeking a chef who truly enjoys cooking for children and is willing to cater to their preferences as well.
Responsibilities
- Preparation of lunch and dinner daily, with meals and snacks left in the fridge for the weekend
- Grocery shopping and keeping the home stocked with staples
- Kitchen and pantry organization
- Working with a "clean as you go" mentality, as the family eats most meals in the kitchen and would prefer the chef to depart right after the meal is served. There is no housekeeper in the home after dinner service, so the chef should be comfortable cleaning up after themselves
- Management and training of the housekeepers with regards to kitchen upkeep
Qualifications
- Professional demeanor- the kitchen is the center of the home, and the family seeks to keep a serene environment despite how busy things get
- Sunny disposition and positive attitude
- Discreet and quiet
- True team player- helpful and proactive in asking other staff how they can assist during downtime
- Great balance of creativity, and willingness to stick with client preferences
Requirements
- Covid vaccinated
- US work authorization
- NYC based; the family is not considering relocations at this time
Salary and Benefits
- $125-200k annually, DOE
- Full benefits including health insurance
- NYC based with no summer relocation
