Personal Chef job (M/F) in Fenton, Michigan, USA

Daily Family Cooking

Take ownership of the family’s everyday culinary requirements, including:

• Preparing nutritious packed lunches for the high-school-aged children.
• Creating healthy and appealing after-school snacks.
• Preparing dinner for the family.
• Providing occasional lunches for the principals and guests.
• Adjusting portions and menus according to who is present in the household.
• Maintaining consistency and quality across everyday meals.

The Chef should be capable of preparing food that is nutritious, flavourful, family-friendly, and suitable for different age groups.

Menu Development & Nutrition

• Create weekly menus based on the family’s preferences, nutritional goals, and schedule.
• Develop balanced meals with an emphasis on quality protein, vegetables, and nutrient-dense ingredients.
• Incorporate health-conscious and sports-oriented nutritional principles where appropriate.
• Adapt recipes to individual dietary requirements and preferences.
• Introduce variety while maintaining familiarity with the family’s preferred style of eating.
• Plan meals in advance to ensure efficient preparation during busy periods.

Dietary Requirements

The successful candidate should have practical experience working with specialist diets and be confident adapting recipes to meet specific nutritional requirements.

Experience should include:

• Gluten-free and coeliac-friendly cooking.
• Low-purine diets.
• General health-focused meal planning.
• Other dietary restrictions or individual preferences as required.

A thorough understanding of ingredient selection, preparation, and appropriate kitchen practices for specialised diets is expected.

Ingredient Sourcing & Kitchen Management

• Source fresh, premium-quality ingredients from trusted suppliers, local producers, and organic sources whenever possible.
• Manage grocery shopping and food purchasing.
• Monitor food stocks and ensure ingredients are fresh and readily available.
• Maintain an organised and well-stocked kitchen.
• Ensure food is stored correctly and kitchen hygiene standards are consistently maintained.
• Keep preparation areas clean and orderly throughout the working day.

Entertaining & Special Events

Although the main focus will be the family’s daily meals, the Chef will occasionally be asked to provide culinary support for:

• Small private gatherings.
• Family celebrations.
• Staff meals.
• Business-related lunches or events.
• Larger private functions.
• Special occasions requiring more sophisticated menus.
• Multi-course dinners and tasting-style experiences.

The ideal candidate should be comfortable elevating their cooking when entertaining while remaining equally confident preparing simple, healthy family meals.

Travel & Flexible Meal Preparation

The Chef may also be required to assist with food preparation around the family’s travel and changing schedules.

This can include:

• Preparing meals and snacks suitable for travel.
• Organising food for family trips and college visits.
• Preparing meals in advance for particularly busy days.
• Adjusting quantities when members of the household are travelling or returning home.
• Planning meals around changing schedules and locations.

Flexibility and forward planning will be essential to the success of the role.