Private Chef Track (Part-Time)

About the Role

Flame & Flavor LLC is a culinary-focused organization that supports private chefs and kitchen professionals. This is a contract, on-site, part-time position based in Kirkland, WA. The Prep Cook — Private Chef Track role supports private chef services by handling ingredient preparation, basic cooking tasks, and kitchen organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Washing, chopping, and measuring ingredients.
• Preparing simple dishes.
• Assisting with baking tasks.
• Maintaining cleanliness and sanitary standards throughout the kitchen.
• Following recipes and chef instructions.
• Labeling and storing food properly.
• Monitoring inventory of ingredients.
• Helping with setup and breakdown for meal service.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Food Preparation skills (ingredient handling, measuring, basic prep techniques).
• Cooking abilities (following recipes, executing simple dishes, supporting main course preparation).
• Foundational Baking skills.
• Communication skills (clear and professional).
• Familiarity with Food & Beverage operations (food safety, sanitation, kitchen organization).
• Prior experience in a professional kitchen or culinary environment.
• Knowledge of safe food-handling practices.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights.
• Culinary coursework or training is beneficial.
• Strong time-management skills are beneficial.
• Reliability in meeting schedules is beneficial.
• Openness to learning and feedback is beneficial.