Rota Chef - Expert in Authentic Asian Cuisine
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Description
Private ROTA Chef – Asian Cuisine (Focus on Asian and CA farm to table)
Location: Atherton/Saratoga/Aptos with other travel as needed
Schedule: 5 days on 2 days off, schedule may vary
Rate: $1,000–$1,500 per day (DOE) prefer Michelin experience
Housing: Provided during scheduled weeks
**MUST HAVE GENUINE, EXPERT-LEVEL DUMPLING/RAMEN/PHO SKILLS
**MUST HAVE MICHELIN EXPERIENCE
We’re seeking a talented private chef with deep roots in Asian cuisine, with a particular emphasis on Asian home-style cooking and dumpling making. The ideal candidate is someone who grew up with these culinary traditions and brings a sense of authenticity and pride to every dish. This role is perfect for a chef who is warm, kid-friendly, organized, and excited to cook for a small, appreciative household.
✦ What You’ll Do:
- Prepare daily family-style buffet lunches (12:00 PM) and dinners (5:30 PM) for a household of three, including a young child. Meals should be nourishing, comforting, and reflect traditional Asian flavors, with a strong focus on Chinese cuisine and dumplings.
- Follow a provided household menu while bringing your personal touch and flexibility to accommodate seasonal ingredients or family preferences.
- Occasionally prepare meals for small gatherings and guests
- Maintain a clean, well-organized kitchen space and follow appropriate food safety standards.
- Shop for or source fresh, high-quality ingredients (with household support as needed).
- Travel worldwide
✦ What We’re Looking For:
- A chef with a deep cultural and/or personal connection to Asian cooking, particularly Chinese cuisine. Prefer private home and Michelin experience.
- Someone who is warm, kid-friendly, and professional—able to cook for a family in a relaxed but respectful home setting.
- Experience working in private homes, fine dining, or similar high-expectation environments.
- Comfortable and familiar with high-profile households and discretion/security protocols.
- Open to exceptional candidates flying in from other locations within the U.S.
✦ Additional Details:
- TRIAL THIS OCTOBER ; OFFICIAL START DATE 11/1.