Job Posting: Private Chef (Health & Wellness-Focused) | Haydenville, MA
We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable professional chef to prepare vibrant, health-focused meals centered around wellness and nourishment. This position is ideal for a chef passionate about the healing potential of food and the joy of creating with simplicity and seasonal ingredients.
What We're Looking For:
Expertise in Plant-Based Cuisine: Skilled in all aspects of plant-based meal preparation, with a focus on anti-inflammatory, low-histamine, and gut-healing recipes.Ingredient-Driven Approach: Emphasis on sourcing local, seasonal, and organic produce, and crafting meals that celebrate pure ingredients with a healing touch.Knowledge of Healing Herbs and Spices: Ability to integrate the therapeutic benefits of herbs and spices while adapting menus to seasonal changes.High-Quality Protein Sourcing: Careful attention to sourcing the highest quality fish and pasture-raised, humanely sourced meats (served in small quantities).Farmers Market & CSA Enthusiast: A genuine love for farmers' markets, CSA shares, and fostering relationships with local, sustainable agriculture is a plus.Key Qualifications:
Flexibility to work 4–5 days a week, accommodating scheduling needs.Experience working with individuals who have dietary restrictions and sensitivities.Organized, neat, and highly professional in all aspects of meal planning and preparation.A warm, kind, and collaborative spirit.Willingness to share meals together occasionally, fostering connection and community.Compensation:
Compensation is commensurate with experience and education. This is not a role for fancy or complex cuisine but rather a celebration of pure, simple, and nourishing food designed to heal and delight. If you share a love for vibrant wellness-focused meals and local, seasonal cooking, we'd love to hear from you.