Private & Personal Chef (Freelance / Contract)

Description:

Private & Personal Chef – CookinGenie (Freelance / Remote)

Tired of spending hours sending proposals, negotiating rates, and coordinating schedules just to land a single job? CookinGenie eliminates all of that. We've built the only platform where private and personal chefs get instantly booked! You spend less time on admin and more time doing what you love, Cooking!

How It Works

Set your availability, set your rate, and let clients come to you. When a client books you, it's confirmed instantly and automatically added to your calendar. No back-and-forth emails. No waiting. No uncertainty. Just a confirmed job, ready to go.

And before every booking, our Pre-Chat Feature lets you connect with your client in advance, at no extra cost, to align on menus, dietary needs, and special requests so you show up fully prepared and every experience is flawless.

What You'll Do

Create profiles and menus with state of the art technology, work directly with clients to craft personalized menus, source high-quality ingredients, prepare fresh meals in their kitchens, present dishes professionally, and leave the space spotless. Every booking is an opportunity to create an outstanding, memorable dining experience in the comfort of a client's home.

What Makes CookinGenie Different

Most chefs waste 30–50% of their working hours on things that have nothing to do with cooking: sending proposals, chasing payments, managing schedules. CookinGenie handles all of it:

• Instant Booking — Confirmed gigs land directly on your calendar the moment a client books
• Your Personal Web Profile — A beautiful, bookable profile showcasing your menus, availability, and pricing that you can share across all your channels
• Low Commission — Keep more of what you earn on every single job
• Secure, Prompt Payment — Get paid automatically after every gig. No invoices, no chasing, no delays
• Seamless Communication — Every booking detail, client preference, and special request organized in one place
• Dedicated Chef Support — Our team handles the administrative side so you can stay focused on your craft

Who This Is For

This is perfect for experienced culinary professionals ready to build a thriving independent business, restaurant veterans craving flexibility, established private chefs who want a steadier stream of clients, caterers looking to expand, or culinary graduates ready to go out on their own.

The Bottom Line

Your next client is already out there looking for a chef like you. With CookinGenie, they can find you, book you, and confirm; Instantly. All you have to do is show up, cook, and clean up.

Qualifications

• Expertise in menu planning, meal preparation, and cooking diverse cuisines
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to purchase fresh ingredients and manage supplies effectively
• Excellent communication skills to interact with clients and understand their dietary preferences and requirements
• Commitment to maintaining health, safety, and cleanliness standards in clients’ kitchens
• Prior experience as a personal or private chef is a strong advantage
• Ability to work independently and bring creativity and professionalism to meal presentations
• Access to reliable transportation for grocery shopping and client visits
• Relevant certifications in food safety and culinary arts are preferred

Ready to Simplify Your Chef Business?

• Complete our simple onboarding process
• Handle grocery shopping, cooking, and kitchen cleanup for a seamless client experience
• Get paid—hassle-free

Company Description

CookinGenie simplifies the process of enjoying high-quality, home-cooked meals by connecting users with skilled, local chefs through an easy-to-use platform. Our chefs, or “Genies,” handle everything from grocery shopping to cooking fresh meals in customers’ kitchens, and even cleaning up afterward. CookinGenie offers a convenient and personalized dining experience tailored to individual tastes and dietary needs. By joining our platform as a chef, you can showcase your culinary skills and create memorable dining experiences for clients.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Ability to Commute:

• Charleston, SC (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road