Part-Time Personal Chef (In-Home Meal Prep + Events)
My Take Home Chef – Calgary & Area
We’re hiring talented, professional chefs looking for flexible, part-time work and the opportunity to build a client-based chef schedule. You may see these ads posted often, it is not because we are replacing chefs, it is because we are expanding and welcoming new chefs to the team.
This role is ideal for chefs who want to move beyond traditional kitchens and work directly with clients, creating customized meals in their homes. Monday and Tuesdays are the preferred days for meal prep. Events are offered out to Chefs based upon needs and the Chef's experience.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Personal Chef Consultant with My Take Home Chef doing meal prep, you will:
- Cook in clients’ homes on a weekly or biweekly basis
- Create custom menus (up to 7 menu items per session) based on preferences, dietary needs, and lifestyle goals
- Shop for groceries and manage your own prep workflow
- Prepare, package, and label meals (typically 28 - 42 portions)
- Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and professional in-home experience
- Build ongoing relationships with your clients
You’ll also have opportunities to:
- Cook private dinners and events (4–40 guests)
- Work larger events as part of a team of chefs
Why This Role Stands Out
- Flexible, part-time schedule that works around your life
- Consistent meal prep clients with the option to add more over time
- Work independently—no micromanagement
- Build direct relationships with clients
- We handle marketing, onboarding, and admin support
- Be part of a growing, chef-led company
What We’re Looking For
You’re a great fit if you:
- Have strong culinary skills and can work confidently on your own
- Enjoy client interaction and delivering a personalized experience
- Can plan and execute multiple dishes efficiently in a home kitchen
- Are organized, reliable, and professional
- Are comfortable adapting menus for dietary needs
Requirements:
- Based in Alberta and legally able to work in Canada and operate a business.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
- Food safety certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Police Check
- Ability to obtain your own Personal Liability Insurance.
Bonus:
- Experience in private dining, catering, or personal chef work
Schedule
- Meal prep sessions are typically scheduled Monday–Tuesday, with some flexibility
- Optional evening/weekend event opportunities available
- Ability to build your schedule by taking on additional clients over time
Independent Contractor Role
This is a contractor (self-employed) position, not an employee role.
What that means:
- You operate as an independent chef and are paid per client/session
- You have control over your schedule and the clients you take on
- You are responsible for your own taxes, insurance, and business expenses
- You’ll use your own tools and transportation for groceries and client visits
We provide:
- A steady flow of qualified clients
- Onboarding, systems, and support
- Guidance on menus, pricing, and client experience
This role is ideal for chefs who value flexibility, autonomy, and the ability to grow their own client base with the support of an established company.
Apply
If you’re looking for a flexible, rewarding way to cook—we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply with:
- A brief summary of your experience
- Your availability
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit a sample menu and complete a trial session.
We have clients ready and waiting for the right chefs.
This could transition into a full time career based on your performance and your ability to adapt to the needs of being a personal chef consultant.
Job Types: Part-time, Casual
Pay: $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Have you checked out our website to ensure this is something that would be a good fit for you as we deal with high end clients?
www.mthchef.com
- Are you comfortable working with clients with allergies and specific preferences?
- Successful applicants will move through the following process:
1. Interview
2. Sample Menu
3. Trial Cook
4. Police Check & Proof of Insurance
Please indicate you have read and understand our hiring process.
- We are currently hiring for a part time role only as a consultant chef. This position may present the opportunity for the applicant to create a full time career as a Personal Chef Consultant.
Are you currently looking for part time work?
- As a Chef Consultant you are required to have your own insurance.
Are you willing to get you own insurance as a requirement for this opportunity?
Work Location: In person
