Part-Time Weekend Chef

Private Chef (Part-Time, Weekends)
Miami, FL | Long-Term Contract
Local candidates only!
Please note: the client will only consider candidates who have a minimum of 5+ years of Michelin star restaurant experience and 5+ years of private cooking experience! Please only apply if you meet this minimum requirement.

A private family in Miami is looking for a part-time Weekend Chef to work alongside their longtime lead Chef. The family has a discerning, global palate, but the home is relaxed rather than formal. The right Chef brings fine-dining skill along with a team-first attitude, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work quietly in the background of a busy household. They’re just as comfortable making pancakes or handmade pizza as preparing a high-end omakase dinner.

Schedule

• Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, on a long-term basis
• Friday: work alongside the lead Chef to prepare for the weekend, rotate inventory, and help with service as needed
• Saturday: cook independently, usually breakfast and lunch, and support the lead Chef when there’s a larger event
• Sunday: cook independently, sometimes all meals
• Not every meal is needed each day. Service may move between the family’s residences in Miami.

Household

• Principal, up to three children, a Nanny, and occasional guests
• A collaborative team that includes the lead Chef, Housekeepers, and Nannies
• Last-minute changes happen, so flexibility is important

Food and Service

• Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, served family style or plated
• Favorite cuisines: American, BBQ, California coastal, French, Greek, Italian, Mexican, Mediterranean, Japanese (including sushi), and steakhouse
• Dairy and avocado allergies in the household
• Regular entertaining

Responsibilities

• Plan menus, shop, prepare meals, serve, and clean up thoroughly
• Work closely with the lead chef to keep service consistent
• Check on other local residences as needed
• Work confidently with professional-grade kitchen equipment, including outdoor grills and wood-fired pizza ovens

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years in Michelin-level or similar fine-dining kitchens, plus about 5 years in private service – hard requirement
• Formal culinary training preferred
• Organized, flexible, and open to feedback while staying creative
• Discreet, with good judgment about when to engage with the family and when to stay in the background
• Legally authorized to work in the US
• Must live within a commutable distance to Miami
• Must be willing to undergo an in-depth background check and provide excellent employment references

Compensation

• Up to $750 per day
• Guaranteed hours

DM Estate Staffing is a domestic staffing firm headquartered in Silicon Valley, dedicated to connecting exceptional Private Service Professionals with private clients and family offices across the United States. Built over more than a decade on referrals and repeat clients, we have grown thoughtfully by doing one thing well: finding the right person for the right home.

Every member of our recruiting team has worked personally in the homes of prominent private clients, as estate managers, private chefs, household leaders, and more. That lived experience is what sets us apart. We don't just understand private service in theory; we've navigated its nuances, its demands, and its deeply personal nature from the inside. That perspective shapes every search we conduct and every candidate we represent.

We encourage you to regularly explore our job board and apply for any roles that align with your experience and aspirations. When your background aligns with what our clients are looking for, we will be in touch. We hope to have the opportunity to work with you soon.