Personal chefs can have a lot of duties depending upon their clients' needs. They may assist in weekly menu preparation, food shopping and meal preparation. Personal chefs should have flexible schedules as some clients may require services once weeks, while others require a chef every day.

Busy or wealthy families often hire personal chefs to make their lives easier, while others hire personal chefs for dietary or health reasons. Having an expert make low-fat, diabetic- friendly or healthy, organic meals helps people avoid diet slips due to lack of knowledge or temptation. Personal chef may work for themselves or for a company.

Education

Earning certification through a culinary arts program at a community college, vocational or a specialized program is the best way to secure a job as a personal chef. It also helps to be a certified food handler, each state has different requirements to obtain this certification, so be sure to research. Experience is also necessary, gain skills by working a restaurant or studying under an established chef.

Related Majors

Culinary Arts

Baking and Pastry Arts

Hospitality Management

Restaurant Management

Related Careers

Hospitality Director

Institutional Chef

Professional Pastry Chef

Compensation

Salaries vary, ranging from $36,000 to $42,000 a year, with some earning over $50,000 per year.