Private Dining Chef Job at Provision Table, Menlo Park, CA

  • Provision Table
  • Menlo Park, CA

Job Description

Private Chef FT with benefits/401k, Provision Table We are seeking a Private Chef to join our food group’s Concierge Dining Division, delivering personalized, high-quality in-home dining experiences for a select group of private clients. This role blends restaurant-level systems with elevated in-home service, ideal for a chef who values efficiency, discretion, and consistent execution in a private setting. You will primarily prep and cook from our central kitchen, then finish and serve meals at client residences, ensuring a seamless, refined dining experience. How We Work Our concierge model is built on efficiency behind the scenes and simplicity at the table. Each service day is structured as a full cooking day—you’ll begin in our central kitchen handling prep, batch cooking, and mise en place, then transition to the client’s home to finish, plate, and serve. This allows for a streamlined workflow while maintaining a high-quality, in-home dining experience. Roughly 90% of the work is completed in the kitchen, with final execution done onsite. We focus on real, whole-food cooking with clear nutrition intent. Meals are clean, thoughtful, and repeatable—built on high-quality ingredients, smart prep systems, and consistent execution. You’ll receive direct client feedback, allowing you to refine menus and continuously elevate both food and service. What You’ll Do Execute full service days: prep in central kitchen → finish and serve at client homes Prepare and batch cook high-quality meals efficiently within each service day Design weekly menus aligned with client preferences, health goals, and lifestyle Source premium ingredients (organic, specialty, and seasonal) Portion, label, and store meals for non-service days Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked environments (kitchen + homes) Standardize pantry and kitchen systems across households Coordinate schedules across multiple clients seamlessly Accommodate family-style dining, children’s meals, and dietary preferences Support occasional private dinners or small gatherings (4–10 guests) Track preferences and continuously refine menus and service Schedule & Structure Flexible structure (part-time or full-time depending on fit) Service-based schedule (each workday = full prep + service flow) Work may be shared across multiple households Based in the Peninsula (general area) Compensation Hourly or salary options depending on schedule and experience Competitive pay based on experience Groceries and approved expenses fully reimbursed What You’ll Need 3–5+ years of professional kitchen experience Private chef or high-end hospitality experience preferred Strong organization and systems mindset Understanding of nutrition and ingredient quality Ability to work independently across multiple locations Professional, discreet, and service-oriented presence Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Ability to pass a background check Ideal Profile Comfortable with Asian and Western cuisines Experience with family-style + health-focused cooking Efficient with batch prep and structured workflows Detail-oriented with a strong sense of hospitality Interested in growing within a concierge-style food service platform To Apply Please submit: Resume Sample menus (if available) Short introduction (experience + availability) Work Location: In personPrivate Chef (Shui Food Group – Concierge Dining Division) We are seeking a Private Chef to join our food group’s Concierge Dining Division, delivering personalized, high-quality in-home dining experiences for a select group of private clients. This role blends restaurant-level systems with elevated in-home service, ideal for a chef who values efficiency, discretion, and consistent execution in a private setting. You will primarily prep and cook from our central kitchen, then finish and serve meals at client residences, ensuring a seamless, refined dining experience. How We Work Our concierge model is built on efficiency behind the scenes and simplicity at the table. Each service day is structured as a full cooking day—you’ll begin in our central kitchen handling prep, batch cooking, and mise en place, then transition to the client’s home to finish, plate, and serve. This allows for a streamlined workflow while maintaining a high-quality, in-home dining experience. Roughly 90% of the work is completed in the kitchen, with final execution done onsite. We focus on real, whole-food cooking with clear nutrition intent. Meals are clean, thoughtful, and repeatable—built on high-quality ingredients, smart prep systems, and consistent execution. You’ll receive direct client feedback, allowing you to refine menus and continuously elevate both food and service. What You’ll Do Execute full service days: prep in central kitchen → finish and serve at client homes Prepare and batch cook high-quality meals efficiently within each service day Design weekly menus aligned with client preferences, health goals, and lifestyle Source premium ingredients (organic, specialty, and seasonal) Portion, label, and store meals for non-service days Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked environments (kitchen + homes) Standardize pantry and kitchen systems across households Coordinate schedules across multiple clients seamlessly Accommodate family-style dining, children’s meals, and dietary preferences Support occasional private dinners or small gatherings (4–10 guests) Track preferences and continuously refine menus and service Schedule & Structure Flexible structure (part-time or full-time depending on fit) Service-based schedule (each workday = full prep + service flow) Work may be shared across multiple households Based in the Peninsula (general area) Compensation Hourly or salary options depending on schedule and experience Competitive pay based on experience Groceries and approved expenses fully reimbursed What You’ll Need 3–5+ years of professional kitchen experience Private chef or high-end hospitality experience preferred Strong organization and systems mindset Understanding of nutrition and ingredient quality Ability to work independently across multiple locations Professional, discreet, and service-oriented presence Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Ability to pass a background check Ideal Profile Comfortable with Asian and Western cuisines Experience with family-style + health-focused cooking Efficient with batch prep and structured workflows Detail-oriented with a strong sense of hospitality Interested in growing within a concierge-style food service platform To Apply Please submit: Resume Sample menus (if available) Short introduction (experience + availability) Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Seasonal work, Flexible hours

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