My career took me through Michelin-starred kitchens and into the private households of distinguished families across Europe—including extensive time serving British principals in London and the Home Counties. I founded Montclair Chef because I saw families repeatedly struggling to find chefs who understood their world: the discretion, the standards, the way a household should run.
Today, we place exceptional private chefs for families across Mayfair, Belgravia, Knightsbridge, and country estates throughout Britain — Chris Demaillet, Founder
A specialist placement agency for London and Home Counties principals, executives and high-profile families requiring a full-time private chef — single residence, multiple properties, or traveling worldwide. Every chef we place has professional culinary training, experience in leading restaurants, and a proven track record in private service with high-profile families.
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Our family office manages a complex portfolio across London, Switzerland, and France, which includes frequent travel. Montclair Chef delivered a flawless solution. They provided a chef who is not only a culinary talent but also an expert in managing our family's needs wherever we travel.
Senior Family Office Executive
London, UK
Our Principal needed a top-tier private chef for their residences in London and the UAE. Montclair Chef was a truly invaluable partner. They found us the perfect fit: a discreet, low-key professional who truly understands how to 'read a room' and cater to the family's specific needs.
Director of Residences
Belgravia, London, UK
Very efficient service, we had a great match within the first two candidates. The hands-on experience of the founder was a strong advantage
Executive PA
London, United Kingdom
Montclair runs a very conscientious and thorough agency. I found them to be very proactive and listened and provided excellent options for the position we were looking to fill. We will certainly use Montclair again in the future.
Family Office Manager
London, UK
In my search for a traveling private chef, Montclair came highly recommended. Just a week after our initial meeting, I already received the first profiles of great candidates. The selection process wasn't easy! Thank you.
House Manager
Monaco
Coordinating a chef between our Mayfair townhouse and our estate in Oxfordshire required someone with impeccable standards and flexibility. Montclair delivered exactly the professional we needed.
Director of Residences
Oxford, UK
