Position: Traveling Private Chef Location: Orange County, California, USA Contract: Full-time, permanent Salary: Above industry standard DOE housing stipend Accommodation: not provided (not live-in) Start Date: Within the next 3/4 weeks Guests: 4/8 Guests - depending. Transport Requirement: A valid US driver's license is required Language Requirement: English Job description: A high-net-worth family in Orange County, California is seeking a versatile and experienced Private Chef for their primary residence, with regular travel to other properties including a few residences in California, another one in central US and one in Hawaii. This is a long-term opportunity in a warm and casual family atmosphere. The principal is highly spontaneous, and the chef should be prepared for frequent and often unplanned trips aboard the family's private aircraft. The chef will prepare daily meals from scratch, including health-conscious, high-protein dishes tailored for the principal, and diverse cuisine for family meals. The chef must be comfortable cooking for children and interacting with family members while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen at all times. Duties include managing kitchen stock and ingredient freshness, grocery shopping, cleaning post-meal prep, and domestic travel with the family on short notice. Flexibility is essential, with a standard 5-day workweek but occasional longer work schedule may be required during travel or family events. All travel costs are covered and extra time off is offered after a longer trip with the principals, when and if it happens. The ideal candidate has a down-to-earth personality, a flexible attitude, Zero Ego and great initiative in the kitchen. The family values discretion, kindness, and professionalism in their home. Medical and dental benefits are included, with a discretionary annual bonus and paid vacation. A car may be provided depending on the candidate. Disclaimer: Montclair Chef is an introduction service only and does not employ staff. All hiring decisions, employment terms, and remuneration are the client's sole responsibility. We are not liable for any agreements, actions, or behaviours of clients or candidates. Job postings are for informational purposes only and do not guarantee employment. While we strive for accuracy, we are not responsible for errors in job listings or the validity of shared information. All legal employment terms must be discussed directly between the client and selected candidates, with no guarantees from Montclair Chef.