Private Chef / Household Manager, Houston, TX
Private Chef / Household Manager
Location: Houston, Texas (ZIP 77056 – Tanglewood Area)
Compensation: $120,000 – $130,000 annually
Schedule: Full-Time with Flexibility
Employment Type: Private Family Position
A warm, welcoming Houston family is seeking an experienced Private Chef with strong household management skills to support their primary residence in the Tanglewood area. This is a unique opportunity for a culinary professional who enjoys both cooking and overseeing the day-to-day operations of a private home.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing a dynamic household environment while preparing healthy, delicious meals for the principals.
****Local Texas base candidate only at this time****
Position Overview
The Chef will be responsible for daily meal preparation, kitchen management, and assisting with light household oversight, while coordinating with existing household support staff.
The family currently has a chef who is heavily focused on construction and facilities management projects, so they are seeking someone who can take ownership of the culinary and household flow of the home.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being a trusted right-hand within a private household, balancing excellent culinary skills with strong organizational ability.
Culinary Responsibilities
- Prepare daily meals for the principals, focusing on fresh, healthy cuisine
- Plan menus and adapt meals based on preferences and dietary goals
- Grocery shopping and sourcing high-quality ingredients
- Maintain kitchen organization and cleanliness
- Manage pantry and food inventories
- Order supplies and household items online as needed
- Assist with occasional light entertaining
Household & Management Responsibilities
- Assist with overall household organization and smooth daily operations
- Coordinate household inventories and supplies
- Run occasional errands for the principals
- Work collaboratively with existing staff
- Help maintain an organized and well-functioning home environment
- Support general household needs when appropriate
Properties
The position supports multiple properties owned by the family:
Primary Residence:
Tanglewood, Houston – approximately 6,500 sq. ft. beautifully remodeled home with pool and guest cottage.
Secondary Property:
Private ranch approximately one hour outside Houston – approximately 4,500 sq. ft.
Seasonal Residence:
Summer home in the Boone area near the North Carolina / Tennessee border.
The family ideally prefers someone who can support:
- 4 days per week in Houston
- 1 day per week at the ranch
Occasional travel to the North Carolina summer residence is welcomed but not required.
Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be:
- A skilled private chef comfortable cooking daily meals
- Highly organized and proactive
- Comfortable assisting with household logistics and management
- Flexible and adaptable in a busy private household
- Warm, discreet, and professional
- Comfortable working in a home with dogs
- Open to occasional travel between properties
About the Family
The principals are busy professionals in business who lead an active and fast-paced lifestyle. They are known to be bubbly, welcoming, and kind, and they value staff who take pride in their work and enjoy being part of a well-run household.
Compensation & Start Date
- Salary: $120,000 – $130,000 annually depending on experience, independent contractor 1099
- Schedule: Full-time with flexibility
- Start Date: As soon as possible due to current household demands
This is an excellent opportunity for a culinary professional who enjoys working closely with a family and contributing to a beautifully run home across multiple properties.
