For Captains, Owners & Management

Hire a Yacht Chef

Stop sorting through unqualified CVs. Send one brief and receive a shortlist of vetted, pre-screened yacht chefs within 48 hours — chosen by a working chef who would personally vouch for every name.

Send Your Brief

How it works

1. Send your brief

Vessel, role, itinerary and preferences. Two minutes is enough to get started.

2. Shortlist in 48 hours

We pre-screen every candidate and send only chefs we'd personally vouch for.

3. Interview & trial

You interview and trial your shortlist. We support references, certificates and offer logistics.

4. Placed & guaranteed

Backed by a 60-day replacement guarantee when payment terms are met.

Two ways to pay — you choose per role

Every search includes 7 days of exclusive, dedicated attention and a 60-day replacement guarantee. Full terms are provided before any engagement.

Why chefs and captains trust us

"Dean moved quickly, finding both a full-time crew chef and securing a temp head for a charter. The top in the industry in my experience."— Captain Clinton Roos, 63m M/Y SuRi
"As a fellow chef himself, Dean truly understands the intricacies of our profession — the high-pressure kitchen and the specific needs of clients looking for top culinary talent."— Chef Imre Erdelyi, 63m M/Y SuRi

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to hire a yacht chef?

You choose per position: a fixed €2,500 all-in fee (with a €500 deposit credited in full), or a success fee of one month's salary payable only when you hire. Short-term and charter placements are charged at 33.3% of the total salary paid, minimum €500.

How quickly can you find a yacht chef?

You receive a shortlist of vetted, pre-screened chefs within 48 hours of sending your brief. Every search includes 7 days of dedicated, exclusive attention.

Do you charge the chefs a fee?

No. In accordance with MLC 2006, chefs are never charged for placement. Our fee is paid by the client only.

What if the chef doesn't work out?

A 60-day replacement guarantee applies when the fee is paid on time: if a placed chef voluntarily resigns within 60 days of starting, we source a replacement at no additional cost.

Are the chefs vetted and certified?

Yes. We verify qualifications, STCW and medical certificates, and complete reference checks before a candidate reaches your shortlist.

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