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 BriefVessel, role, itinerary and preferences. Two minutes is enough to get started.
We pre-screen every candidate and send only chefs we'd personally vouch for.
You interview and trial your shortlist. We support references, certificates and offer logistics.
Backed by a 60-day replacement guarantee when payment terms are met.
Every search includes 7 days of exclusive, dedicated attention and a 60-day replacement guarantee. Full terms are provided before any engagement.
"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
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.
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.
No. In accordance with MLC 2006, chefs are never charged for placement. Our fee is paid by the client only.
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.
Yes. We verify qualifications, STCW and medical certificates, and complete reference checks before a candidate reaches your shortlist.
Send your brief and receive a vetted shortlist within 48 hours.
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