Private Chef Placement for Family Offices & Estate Managers

Discreet culinary staffing for estate managers, family offices, and yacht management teams. Rigorous vetting. Background-checked candidates. 6-month placement guarantee.

A Trusted Partner for Family Offices, Estate Managers & Owners Representatives

Your reputation depends on the quality of every partner you bring into your principal's life. When it comes to private chef recruitment, you need an agency that operates with the same precision, discretion, and foresight that you do.

Montclair Chef is that partner.

Founded by a Michelin-trained chef with 20 years in private service, we understand what's at stake. We're not generalist recruiters – we're culinary staffing specialists who mitigate risk and streamline your operations.

Every candidate is vetted, background-checked, and matched to your household's specific requirements.

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The Montclair Method: Our 6-Stage Vetting Process

Placing a chef in a private household is a significant responsibility. Our vetting process is the most rigorous in the industry – refined through years of firsthand experience in UHNW private service.

  • Document Verification: Thorough verification of culinary diplomas, food safety certificates, and maritime credentials (STCW for yacht chefs). No exceptions.
  • Behavioural Interview: Video interviews assess professionalism, temperament, and responses under pressure. We evaluate personality fit, not just skills.
  • Portfolio & Skill Review: Every portfolio is reviewed by our culinary team for plating style, creativity, and technical skill – ensuring alignment with UHNW standards.
  • True Reference Checking: We don't just call listed references. We leverage our network of private chefs, yacht captains, and estate managers for confidential, honest assessments.
  • Background Screening: Up to 3 levels of background verification: identity confirmation, criminal history check, and employment verification. Complete peace of mind.
  • Trial Period Support: We stay involved through the trial period, ensuring smooth integration into your household and addressing any concerns quickly.

6-Month Placement Guarantee

We stand behind every placement with the industry's strongest guarantee.If a chef isn't the right fit within the first 6 months, we find a replacement at no additional cost. No questions. No hassle.

Combined with up to 3 background checks and our rigorous vetting process, your investment is fully protected.

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A Seamless Partnership Awaits

Let us become a trusted extension of your team. Contact us today for a confidential consultation to discuss your household's culinary staffing needs.

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our address

​Headquarters: Boulevard d’Italie, 98000 Monaco

Where we operate

Dubai - Geneva - London - Los Angeles - Miami - Monaco - New York - Paris - Riyadh

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