Personal Chef

Personal Chef – In-Home Dining Experience

Company: Wood Chef Concepts LLC
Service Area: West Valley – Surprise, Peoria, Glendale, Goodyear, Buckeye, and surrounding areas
Job Type: Part-Time | Flexible Schedule
Work Location: On the road / Client homes

About Us

Wood Chef Concepts LLC provides personalized, in-home meal preparation. We believe that good food brings people together and that everyone deserves access to fresh, nutritious, delicious meals prepared with care. Our chefs provide customized in-home dining experiences designed around each client’s unique needs, preferences, lifestyle, and dietary requirements.

Whether we're preparing meals for a busy family, an individual, a couple, or a senior who wants to continue enjoying nutritious meals in the comfort of home, our mission is simple: make mealtime easier, healthier, and more enjoyable.

Position Overview

We are seeking passionate, dependable Personal Chefs who enjoy cooking, working independently, and building meaningful relationships with clients.

As a Personal Chef, you will plan menus, shop for ingredients, and prepare multiple meals directly in clients’ homes. Menus are customized to accommodate dietary needs, food preferences, allergies, nutritional goals, and individual lifestyles.

This is an excellent opportunity for a chef or experienced culinary professional who wants the flexibility of working independently while making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families throughout the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Shop for fresh, high-quality ingredients.
• Plan customized menus based on each client’s preferences, dietary needs, restrictions, and lifestyle.
• Prepare multiple meals during each client visit.
• Prepare meals in clients’ homes while maintaining a professional and respectful environment.
• Properly portion, package, label, and store prepared meals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe food-preparation workspace.
• Follow proper food-safety, sanitation, and food-handling practices.
• Provide friendly, professional, and compassionate service.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding menus, preferences, and dietary needs.
• Manage travel, scheduling, shopping, and meal preparation efficiently.
• Work independently while maintaining consistent quality and professionalism.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• At least 1 year of cooking experience required.
• At least 1 year of food-preparation experience required.
• Strong culinary skills and a good understanding of nutrition, dietary restrictions, allergies, and food preferences.
• Maricopa County Food Handlers Card required.
• ServSafe certification is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Smartphone with an active data plan.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Ability to lift 25+ pounds.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check and obtain a Fingerprint Clearance Card.

What We Offer

• Flexible scheduling – you control your availability.
• Competitive pay.
• Meaningful work that directly benefits individuals and families.
• The opportunity to build lasting relationships with clients.
• A supportive and growing company.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• The ability to bring your culinary skills directly into the homes of the people you serve.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal Personal Chef is someone who:

• Loves cooking and takes pride in preparing high-quality meals.
• Is dependable, organized, and comfortable working independently.
• Enjoys creating personalized meals for different tastes, lifestyles, and dietary needs.
• Understands the importance of food safety, nutrition, and attention to detail.
• Has excellent communication and customer-service skills.
• Is comfortable working in clients’ homes and treating every home with respect.
• Enjoys connecting with people and creating a positive mealtime experience.
• Brings professionalism, compassion, flexibility, and a positive attitude to every client interaction.

Why Join Us?

At Wood Chef Concepts LLC, you aren't simply preparing meals — you're making people's lives easier through food.

Our chefs have the opportunity to help busy families spend less time planning and preparing meals, while helping seniors and other clients enjoy nutritious, personalized food in the comfort of their own homes.

If you love cooking and want your culinary skills to have a direct impact on the people you serve, this may be the opportunity for you.

If you are passionate about cooking, enjoy working with people, and meet the qualifications above, we invite you to apply and become part of our growing team.

Please submit your resume along with a brief description of your cooking style, culinary experience, and the types of meals or cuisines you enjoy preparing.

We look forward to welcoming you to the team and working together to make a difference — one meal at a time!

Wood Chef Concepts LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees.

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4.0 – 24.0 per week

Work Location: On the road