Full-Time Private Chef, Midtown Toronto

Job Description

<p>We are seeking an experienced full-time Private Chef for a private household where food is taken seriously, but not solemnly. The Principal is a confident, hands-on home cook who values collaboration, conversation, and well-considered meals, both everyday and when entertaining.</p><p>This role is well suited to a chef who is thoughtful, steady, and deeply comfortable working in a private home. You believe that good cooking does not require spectacle: it requires judgment, care, and an instinct for balance. You take equal satisfaction in preparing nourishing daily meals and in planning intimate dinners for guests.</p><p>The kitchen draws inspiration from European and Mediterranean traditions, with an emphasis on seasonality, sourcing, and the best ingredients. An interest in vegetable gardens and market-driven cooking is a meaningful asset.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Position Overview</b></p><p>You will be responsible for:</p><ul><li>Preparing daily, healthy meals using fresh, high-quality ingredients</li><li>Planning and executing approximately 5-6 small, informal dinner gatherings per month, in addition to larger events on occasion</li><li>Collaborating with the Principal on weekly menus and food planning</li><li>Working from and contributing to an established household recipe collection, by maintaining and expanding it.</li><li>Managing kitchen inventory, budgeting, and provisioning</li><li>Shopping locally and at farmers' markets during the growing season</li><li>Freezer preservation and seasonal stocking</li><li>Supporting household kitchen systems and event logistics</li><li>Taking a leadership role during events once direction has been established with the principal</li><li>Selecting table settings and dishware for entertaining</li><li>Supervising housekeepers and waitstaff during events</li><li>Providing front-of-house food and beverage service for small gatherings</li><li>Coordinating with the gardener regarding vegetable gardens</li><li>Maintaining a clean, organized, and professional kitchen environment</li></ul><p>The position is full-time, five days per week, typically 11:00 am-7:30 pm, with flexibility required for entertaining, holidays, and special occasions.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Candidate Profile</b></p><p>You bring:</p><ul><li>A minimum of 5 years' experience as a Private Chef or Cook (required)</li><li>Comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with the Principal</li><li>Strong culinary fundamentals and confident menu planning skills</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ease discussing menus and food plans</li><li>Willingness to work within an established recipe framework while contributing ideas</li><li>Knowledge of modern food culture and Mediterranean cooking traditions</li><li>Familiarity with respected food writers and culinary voices</li><li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail</li><li>A calm, professional demeanor and good sense of humour</li><li>Ability to work well with household staff and external vendors</li><li>Discretion, professionalism, and respect for privacy</li><li>Excellent computer literacy</li><li>A valid driver's license and legal authorization to work in Canada</li></ul><p><br></p><p>An excellent salary ($90,000 - $110,000) and health care allowance are offered for the right candidate.</p><p><br></p><p>Please email with your CV and cover letter.</p>