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Location :  Manhattan, Brooklyn & Greater NYC Area

Employment Type :   Independent Contractor / Part-Time

Reports To :   Founder, Curated Kitchen (Chef Maria Lemmo)

About Curated Kitchen

Curated Kitchen is a Brooklyn-based culinary company offering chef-driven, seasonal, and highly personalized dining experiences — from in-home weekly meal prep to private dinners and bespoke catering. Each menu is thoughtfully crafted to reflect our clients’ lifestyles, preferences, and wellness goals, with a focus on high-quality ingredients, balance, and presentation.

We are seeking experienced, reliable, and creative chefs who take pride in producing beautiful, nourishing meals with consistency and care.

Position Overview

The   Private Chef (Meal Prep)   is responsible for executing customized weekly menus in clients’ homes. This includes preparing, packaging, and labeling meals to Curated Kitchen standards while maintaining professionalism and an exceptional client experience. The ideal candidate is independent, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating elevated yet approachable food.

Responsibilities

Menu Execution :

Prepare and package 3–5 meals per client each week, plus any add-ons (breakfast, snacks, or desserts), following Curated Kitchen menus or approved substitutions.

Ingredient Management :

Review FreshDirect or grocery orders in advance; confirm all ingredients are received and communicate any missing or substituted items. Take inventory each week of leftover ingredients in clients' homes.

Cooking & Storage :

Execute meals efficiently with strong organization and time management (typically within 3-5 hours). Cool, label, and store all food properly following Curated Kitchen SOPs.

Cleanliness & Organization :

Maintain a spotless work area during and after service — kitchens must be left cleaner than found.

Client Relations :

Represent Curated Kitchen with professionalism, warmth, and discretion. Communicate clearly and courteously with clients about reheating or serving instructions.

Documentation :

Submit photos, menu notes, and feedback after each session for internal tracking and quality assurance.

Qualifications

Minimum   3–5 years of professional culinary experience , ideally in fine dining, private chef work, or health-focused cooking.

Strong understanding of seasonality, nutrition, and dietary cooking (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, etc.).

Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain consistency in taste and presentation.

Professional, punctual, and discreet in client homes.

Willing to travel throughout NYC and surrounding areas.

Current Food Handler’s Certificate (NYC DOH) preferred.

Compensation Structure

Curated Kitchen operates on a performance-based structure designed to reward quality, reliability, and professionalism :

Chefs cooking solo :   receive   70% of the client rate + $20 per client for administrative fee (menu planning and grocery order)

Chefs in training or assisting :   receive   30% of the client rate   until fully trained and approved for solo sessions

Opportunities available for   higher-paying private dinners, events

Payments are issued per completed session following submission of required notes and photos.

Culture & Values

Curated Kitchen chefs embody our core values — integrity, creativity, and care. We believe in thoughtful cooking, seasonal ingredients, and an exceptional client experience from start to finish.

To Apply

If you’re passionate about creating beautiful, nourishing food and want to be part of a chef-driven, growing culinary team, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send the following to   <

with the subject line :

“Private Chef Application – [Your Name]”

Include :

Your   resume   (PDF or link to portfolio)

Sample menus or food photos   that reflect your cooking style

A short   introduction or cover note   sharing your culinary background and why you’re interested in working with Curated Kitchen

Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule a brief   introductory call and trial cook session .