Family of four, two adults and two children, ages 3 and 8, are seeking a talented, adaptable, calm, and professional chef to prepare daily lunches and dinners From their home in beautiful West Vancouver BC.

Typical work week is Monday through Friday, but chef may be asked to switch schedule on occasion to accommodate weekend plans and gatherings.

Entire family is vegan, except for one adult who eats organic chicken as their sole animal protein. Chef will be well versed in working with a plant based, vegan diet. Also, the entire family is progressively health conscious and would like foods that support those goals/efforts.

They're looking for a chef who will be extremely adaptable, flexible, and have open communication with principals, the nanny, and other household staff. The chef will accommodate changing dietary needs as requested and clearly communicated by the family.

One adult has allergies to pineapple and sesame. These items can be present in the home, but must never be used in his meals. Also, one adult does not consume soy due to an intolerance. Both adults are gluten free. The children are not come up with the family prefers gluten free alternatives for the children when reasonable.

The chef will be asked to prepare lunch ,each evening, for the following day for one of the adults to bring to work.

Menu Planning and Shopping

The family asked that menus be shared 24 to 48 hours in advance, unless a specific event or request requires longer lead time. Chef will accept feedback and make necessary changes to the menu based on the family's dietary and personal preferences - within reason and with ample notice





Chef is expected to shop daily and plan menus dynamically based on the family's needs and preferences.

Candidate Requirements

Ideal candid will have several years of high end restaurant experience as well as private chef experience.

Some yachting experience as a chef is preferred

Kitchen Ownership, Prep, and Cleanliness:

All food prep must be done on site, no off site food prep. Menu planning can be done remotely.

The kitchen is fully the chef's domain. This includes stocking, Sanitation, organization, and overall cleanliness. Kitchen cleanliness is of the utmost important it is a core responsibility of the chef all kitchen surfaces, cooking equipment, dishes, and service ware will be clean and spot free.

The chef's kitchen also serves as the family's kitchen, therefore the will need to have the ability to integrate seamlessly into the home environment, while respecting the privacy and discretion of the family and their guests.

Meal Service and other notes:

The family would like the chef to set the table for dinner and clean up after dinner service. A household staff member, often there in the evenings, may be able to help occasionally, but support should be assumed to be limited and only when entertaining larger groups.





The family enjoys many types of cuisines such as: French, Italian, Greek, Spanish, eastern Mediterranean, as well as foods from Asia, Southeast Asia, Japan and India to list a few. Kid friendly options will be made available for some meals.

The chef will be familiar and highly integrated with local markets, specialty shops Comm and seasonal farmers markets to provide the most freshest and seasonal ingredients. Lunches will be a mix of ready to grab and go and plate it healthy options, depending on the family's need each day One of the principals does work from their home office and the chef may be asked prepare and package lunch to bring to work as well.

Dinners will be served nightly with a quote elevated casual quote feel of service coupled with a skilled and friendly approach.

Hiring Process

Chef agrees to consent to a full background check as well as signing an NDA.

Chef trials will be for two consecutive days of lunch and dinner service at the family's residence in West Vancouver. Client agrees to pay the chef at an agreed upon daily rate as well as reimbursement for food costs and any approved expenses for all cooking trials.

Chefs time will include: menu formulation, shopping, prep, cooking on site, and clean up at the client's home.

Chef candidates MUST be a Canadian resident. Chef applicants must have their own reliable transportation. Ideal candidates will live in the Greater Vancouver area.

Please attach your resume in PDF or CV form only. We look forward to seeing qualified candidate's resumes and other credentials!

📌 Full Time Private Chef for a Family of Four in West Vanvouver- British Columbia (West Vancouver)
🏢 SPK Staffing
📍 West Vancouver