Temporary Chef
A Temporary Chef can plan, prepare and serve fabulous food for a dinner party or large event, or prepare delicious and healthy food for family dinners.
Our Temporary Chefs have a variety of expertise and specialize in many different cuisines and styles of cooking. Whether it’s a cocktail party, a holiday dinner, or a seasonal meal schedule, our Temporary Chefs are prepared to accommodate special dietary needs and take responsibility for all meal preparation, including grocery shopping.
Depending on the size and nature of your event, you may also need one or more Party Helpers.
Responsibilities
The duties of a Chef may include:
- Planning for and preparing a variety of meals
- Presenting menus that accommodate special dietary needs
- Stocking and organizing the kitchen
- Preparing, overseeing or assisting with food for special functions and events
Compensation
Salary
- Temporary Chefs working in a private residence typically earn between $30 and $50 per hour.
- Clients are responsible for the cost of food and ingredients.
- For temporary assignments, there is a four-hour minimum.
- There is an Agency fee equal to 35% of the Chefs total gross compensation or $100/day, whichever is greater.
- For unsubscribed clients, there is an additional $250 booking fee for each help requested.
- All fees are payable by credit card at the time of booking.
What clients and staff are saying:
“Walter is amazing! Guests are raving about him. Our last menu was unique, carefully thought out and just delicious. We are foodies so have high standards yet the dinner was among the very best I’ve ever had.”
– Jocelyn, San Francisco
“Hiring a Private Chef to prepare food for your guests or your family is a very special experience. With Town + Country’s On-call Chef’s you can have the skills of a professional for just the amount of time you need them.”
– Melissa Browne, Town + Country Resources