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Estate Housekeeper who is an amazing Cook – Full-Time – Rancho Santa Fe, CA

J Danielle & Co., Rancho Santa Fe, CA, United States


A private family in Rancho Santa Fe is seeking a talented and experienced

Estate Housekeeper who also happens to be an amazing Cook

to provide fresh, healthy, and delicious meals in a

casual household environment .
The family is looking for a chef who enjoys creating

innovative, clean, and flavorful menus , with an emphasis on

healthy cuisine . Preferred styles include

Mexican and Japanese , with a strong focus on

seafood and fresh ingredients .
This is a

live-out position

where the chef will be responsible for

daily in-home meal preparation , as well as maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.
Culinary Responsibilities

Prepare

daily meals in-home

for the family
Create

healthy, clean, and innovative menus
Incorporate a variety of cuisines, especially

Mexican, Japanese, and seafood-focused dishes
Ensure meals are

fresh, balanced, and high quality
Adapt meals to family preferences while maintaining creativity
Kitchen & Household Responsibilities

Handle

grocery shopping and ingredient sourcing
Maintain a

clean, organized kitchen and pantry
Clean up after meal preparation
Ensure kitchen is

well-stocked and efficiently run
The ideal candidate is a creative and organized chef who takes pride in both their cuisine and kitchen management.
Qualifications include:
Prior experience as a

Private Chef or professional cook in a private home
Strong background in

healthy, clean cooking
Ability to create

varied and innovative menus
Experience with

Mexican and Japanese cuisine

preferred
Comfortable working with

seafood and fresh ingredients
Ability to manage

shopping, kitchen organization, and meal prep independently
Professional, reliable, and detail-oriented
Must pass an

advanced third-party background check

(paid by client)
Additional Details

Schedule:

Full days Monday–Friday + half day Saturday
Start Date:

May 4, 2026
Compensation:

DOE (Note: pay range is listed for example purposes only)
Benefits:

Not provided
Position Type:

Live-out
Household Style:

Casual
Special Diets/Allergies:

None (family prefers clean, healthy eating)

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