Join The Team at Nutrition Thyme!
Tired of Restaurant Burnout? Get Paid to Cook Real Food, Your Way — In Client Homes
Nutrition Thyme is looking for culinary school grads who are ready to break free from restaurant chaos and rediscover why they love cooking.
We specialize in fresh, custom, in-home meal prep for busy professionals, families, and individuals with dietary needs. As a personal chef on our team, you’ll prep in your client’s kitchen, create menus based on their preferences, and enjoy the freedom of building your own schedule — all while doing meaningful work that’s valued and well-compensated.
Why This Role is Different:
Flexible Schedule: Set your availability — we’ll match you with clients who fit your calendar.
Creative Freedom: Plan and cook what excites you, with menus personalized for each client.
Work-Life Balance: No late nights, no line rush, no chaotic kitchens.
Personal Connection: Build real relationships with clients who appreciate your craft.
What You’ll Do:
Design personalized weekly menus based on client preferences and dietary goals
Prep and cook from-scratch meals in the client’s home
Adapt recipes for special diets (gluten-free, dairy-free, plant-based, low-sodium, etc.)
Package meals and leave the kitchen clean and organized
Communicate with clients and track menus, preferences, and grocery lists
Use Google Drive and email for administrative updates
What We’re Looking For:
Required:
Maricopa County Food Handler Card or ServSafe certification
Personal chef liability insurance (or willing to acquire upon hire)
Reliable transportation and current auto insurance
Preferred:
Experience as a personal chef, private chef, or in catering
Familiarity with dietary-specific cooking (paleo, keto, vegetarian, etc.)
Strong communication and time management skills
Culinary school graduate
Compensation
Paid per cook day (not hourly) — averages $23–$35/hour depending on experience and efficiency
Bonus opportunities available
Clients provide groceries — you provide the magic.
Position Details
Type: 1099 Independent Contractor
Schedule: Part-time or full-time flexibility
Peak Demand: Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays (between 9 AM–6 PM)
Service Area: Greater Phoenix (Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Peoria, Queen Creek)
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $23.00 – $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week
Benefits: Flexible schedule
Shift:
Day shift
Morning shift
Supplemental Pay:
Bonus opportunities
Performance bonus
Quarterly bonus
Work Location: In person