Personal Chef - Lake Forest - JC 0422

Full-Time Personal Chef | Chicago-Based | Travel Required 

Location: Chicago, IL (with travel to New York & Utah) 
Start Date: June 2025 
Job Type: Full-Time | Private Chef 
Specialty: Gluten-Free / Celiac-Safe Cooking 

Job Summary 

A private family is seeking a skilled, experienced, and travel-ready Personal Chef to join their household. The ideal candidate must have expertise in gluten-free and Celiac-safe meal preparation, experience in private chef services, and a passion for creating seasonal, high-quality dishes. 

This is a live-out role based in Chicago, IL, with required travel to Upstate New York (June-October) and Utah (seasonal visits). The chef will be responsible for daily meal preparation, hosting events, and kitchen management while maintaining a welcoming, home environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

Chicago (Year-Round Residence) 

• Plan and prepare weekday family dinners and flexible weekend meals 

• Execute one weekly dinner for entertaining 

• Maintain a fully gluten-free, Celiac-safe kitchen 

• Manage kitchen prep, organization, and maintenance with professionalism and discretion 

Upstate New York (June - October) 

• Prepare 2-3 meals per day, 5-6 days per week for family and guests 

• Plan and execute dinner parties and special events 

• Manage kitchen prep, organization, and maintenance with professionalism and discretion 

Utah (Seasonal Visits) 

• Cook flexible family dinners 

• Prepare pre-made, freezer-friendly meals 

• Host occasional parties 

• Manage kitchen prep, organization, and maintenance with professionalism and discretion 

• Ability to comfortably drive on snowy mountain roads 

Requirements & Qualifications 

• Minimum of 3+ years of private chef experience (household or estate experience preferred) 

• Deep knowledge of Celiac disease and gluten-free cooking 

• Culinary degree or professional training (preferred but not required) 

• Willingness and ability to travel between Chicago, New York, and Utah 

• Experience with both formal and casual dining 

• Comfortable working in a dog-friendly household 

• Strong organizational skills, professionalism, discretion, and the ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment 

Compensation & Benefits 

• Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 (based on experience) 

• Health benefits and paid time off (negotiable) 

• Housing packages available 

• Relocation assistance provided 

• All travel accommodations covered 

• Opportunity to work with fresh, organic, and seasonal ingredients 

• Work in a welcoming, family-oriented environment 

How to Apply: 
Apply now to join a warm and welcoming family as their dedicated private chef. Please submit your application for consideration to Chicago Nannies Inc.