# Montclair Chef

> Montclair Chef is a premium private chef placement agency headquartered in Monaco and Palma de Mallorca, placing full-time private chefs exclusively for ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) families, private estates, family offices, and superyachts worldwide. Founded in 2006 by Chris Demaillet — Michelin-trained chef, author, and former personal chef to Amancio Ortega (founder of Zara/Inditex) for nearly a decade, with training under Michel Roux OBE and 20+ years serving UHNW families across private estates, superyachts, and private aviation.

Montclair Chef is not a catering company, event staffing agency, or short-term hire service. Every placement is full-time and long-term. The agency offers a 6-month placement guarantee, comprehensive background checks, reference verification, NDA facilitation, and a curated shortlist of 3 vetted candidates delivered within 10 days. Service is entirely confidential.

Salary benchmarks: $140,000–$300,000+ (USA) · £80,000–£200,000+ (UK) · €80,000–€250,000+ (Monaco/Europe) · Superyacht chefs: $8,000–$12,000+/month.

Active placement markets: Monaco, French Riviera, New York, The Hamptons, Los Angeles, Miami/Florida, San Francisco/Bay Area, London, Aspen, Texas, The Alps, Geneva, Mediterranean, Hong Kong, Singapore, Sydney.

## Services — Hire a Chef

- [All Chef Hire Services](https://www.montclairchef.com/chef-hire-services): Overview of all placement services offered by Montclair Chef
- [Private Chef Placement](https://www.montclairchef.com/private-chef): Full-time private chef placement for UHNW families and luxury residences; estate chefs, family chefs, multi-residence household chefs
- [Superyacht Chef Placement](https://www.montclairchef.com/yacht-chef): STCW-certified superyacht chef placement for Mediterranean and Caribbean seasons; Michelin-trained galley professionals for motor yachts, sailing yachts, expedition vessels, and new builds
- [High-Performance & Athlete Chefs](https://www.montclairchef.com/performance-chefs): Sports nutrition and performance-focused chef placement for professional athletes, executives, and health-optimised households
- [Specialized Chefs](https://www.montclairchef.com/specialized-chefs): Asian cuisine masters, traveling multi-residence chefs, pastry specialists, plant-based experts, European regional cuisine specialists, private club chefs
- [Michelin Star & Guest Chef Services](https://www.montclairchef.com/michelin-star-guest-chef): Placement and sourcing of Michelin-starred guest chefs for private events and exclusive dining experiences
- [Private Members' Club Chefs](https://www.montclairchef.com/private-members-clubs-chefs): Chef placement for private members' clubs and exclusive dining establishments
- [Health & Nutrition Chefs](https://www.montclairchef.com/health-nutrition-chefs): Functional medicine nutrition specialists, biohacking chefs, therapeutic diet experts — anti-inflammatory, ketogenic, FODMAP, gut health, longevity protocols; chefs who collaborate with physicians, nutritionists, and wellness teams
- [Kosher Private Chefs](https://www.montclairchef.com/kosher-private-chefs): Glatt kosher, Chalav Yisrael, Pas Yisroel, and Mehadrin certified chefs for observant Orthodox households; placement in NYC, Miami, LA, London, and globally
- [Plant-Based & Vegan Chefs](https://www.montclairchef.com/plant-based-private-chefs): Vegan, vegetarian, and plant-forward specialists for health-conscious UHNW families
- [Traveling Private Chefs](https://www.montclairchef.com/traveling-private-chefs): Chefs specialised in multi-residence households, international travel, private aviation, and seasonal estate rotation
- [Family Office & Estate Manager Services](https://www.montclairchef.com/for-family-offices): Dedicated service for family offices and estate personnel administrators; multi-residence coordination, NDA facilitation, transparent salary reporting, vetting documentation, and ongoing placement support
- [NYC Elite Event Catering](https://www.montclairchef.com/nyc-elite-event-catering): Bespoke high-end catering and private events in New York City

## Locations

- [New York City](https://www.montclairchef.com/new-york): Private chef placement for Manhattan residences and UHNW households; shortlist in 48–72 hours; salaries $140,000–$300,000+
- [The Hamptons](https://www.montclairchef.com/the-hamptons): Seasonal and full-time placement for Southampton, East Hampton, Bridgehampton, Amagansett, Sag Harbor, and Montauk; multi-residence NYC/Hamptons coordination; estates on Further Lane, Georgica Association, and Meadow Lane
- [Los Angeles & Beverly Hills](https://www.montclairchef.com/los-angeles): Private chef placement for Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Malibu, Pacific Palisades; entertainment industry households; NDA-experienced chefs; plant-based and wellness specialists
- [Florida](https://www.montclairchef.com/florida): Private chef placement for Miami, Palm Beach, and South Florida UHNW estates
- [San Francisco & Bay Area](https://www.montclairchef.com/san-francisco): Full-time private chefs for Pacific Heights, Atherton, Palo Alto, Napa Valley; tech executives and UHNW families; $140,000–$250,000+ annually
- [London & UK](https://www.montclairchef.com/london): Private chef placement for Mayfair, Kensington, Home Counties, and country estates; DBS-checked chefs for distinguished households; £80,000–£200,000+
- [Monaco & French Riviera](https://www.montclairchef.com/monaco-french-riviera): Private chef and superyacht chef placement for Monaco, Cannes, Antibes, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Eze; chefs experienced with Marché de la Condamine sourcing and Cannes Film Festival entertaining; €120,000–€250,000+
- [Monaco & Côte d'Azur (French)](https://www.montclairchef.com/fr/monaco-cote-dazur): Page en français — placement de chefs privés et chefs de superyacht pour Monaco, Cannes, Antibes et la Côte d'Azur
- [Mediterranean Locations](https://www.montclairchef.com/mediterranean-locations): Private chef placement for Mediterranean villas, estates, and islands — Mallorca, Ibiza, Sardinia, Amalfi Coast, Greek Islands
- [The Alps & Geneva](https://www.montclairchef.com/the-alps-geneva): Seasonal and year-round placement for St. Moritz, Courchevel, Gstaad, Verbier, and Geneva; ski chalet chefs and Alpine estate specialists
- [Aspen & Colorado](https://www.montclairchef.com/aspen): Private chef placement for Red Mountain, Starwood, and Roaring Fork Valley estates; high-altitude cuisine specialists; Food & Wine Classic experience
- [Texas](https://www.montclairchef.com/texas): Private chef placement for Houston, Dallas, and Texas UHNW estates
- [Hong Kong, Singapore & Sydney](https://www.montclairchef.com/hong-kong-singapore-sydney): Private chef placement for Asia-Pacific UHNW households; multilingual chefs and culturally-fluent culinary professionals

## About & Credentials

- [About Montclair Chef](https://www.montclairchef.com/about-us): Founder Chris Demaillet's story — Michelin training, Michel Roux OBE, former personal chef to Amancio Ortega (founder of Zara) for nearly a decade; history of Montclair Chef from 2006 to present; agency philosophy and vetting standards
- [Meet Chris Demaillet (Journal)](https://www.montclairchef.com/post/meet-chris-demaillet-founder-of-the-worlds-most-famous-unknown-chef-agency): In-depth founder profile — from 3-Michelin-star kitchens to superyachts to founding the agency
- [Press & Media](https://www.montclairchef.com/press): Forbes features, Dockwalk coverage, podcast appearances, Acrew Awards judge recognition, expert commentary; media enquiry contact for interviews and industry commentary

## Books by Chris Demaillet

- [The Private Chef Guide (Amazon)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GQQCD8KN): Authored by Chris Demaillet — comprehensive guide to the world of full-time private chef service for UHNW families; covers what to expect, how to hire, and how the industry works
- [The Yacht Chef Guide (Amazon)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GR9YHCJC): Authored by Chris Demaillet (published under pen name Tim Dellea) — definitive guide to becoming a superyacht chef; covers certifications, life onboard, career paths, and working for UHNW clients at sea; available in print and audiobook

## Tools & Resources

- [Private Chef Salary Calculator](https://www.montclairchef.com/private-chef-salary): Interactive salary benchmarking tool for full-time private chefs; market data by city, role type, and experience level (estate chef, yacht chef, performance chef, seasonal placement)
- [FAQ](https://www.montclairchef.com/faq): Common questions from principals, estate managers, and family offices on the placement process, vetting, guarantees, NDA, and chef types
- [Our Locations](https://www.montclairchef.com/our-locations): Montclair Chef Global presence overview

## Journal — Key Articles

- [The Ultimate Guide to Hiring a Private Chef](https://www.montclairchef.com/post/the-ultimate-guide-to-hiring-a-private-chef-montclair-chef): Step-by-step hiring guide for UHNW families and estate managers
- [Ultimate Guide to Private Chef Salary](https://www.montclairchef.com/post/the-ultimate-guide-to-private-chef-salary-montclair-chef): Comprehensive salary breakdown by market, role, and experience; US, Europe, and Middle East
- [How to Select the Best Private Chef Agency](https://www.montclairchef.com/post/how-to-select-the-best-private-chef-agency-for-a-luxury-residences): Criteria for evaluating placement agencies for luxury residences
- [Should I Use a Chef Placement Agency?](https://www.montclairchef.com/post/should-i-use-a-chef-placement-recruitment-agency-to-hire-a-private-chef): Agency vs. direct hire analysis for UHNW households
- [Where to Find the Best Private Chefs](https://www.montclairchef.com/post/where-to-find-the-best-private-chefs): How and where top-tier private chefs are sourced
- [How to Hire a Full-Time Live-In Private Chef](https://www.montclairchef.com/post/how-to-hire-a-full-time-live-in-private-chef-for-a-luxury-estate): Practical guide for luxury estate live-in chef placement
- [Cost of Hiring a Private Chef](https://www.montclairchef.com/post/the-cost-of-hiring-a-private-chef-what-ultra-high-net-worth-clients-need-to-know): Full cost breakdown for UHNW clients — salary, benefits, hidden costs
- [Top 5 Mistakes When Hiring a Private Chef](https://www.montclairchef.com/post/the-top-5-mistakes-to-avoid-when-hiring-a-private-chef): Common errors made by families and estate managers during the hiring process

## Contact & Enquire

- [Contact / Request a Consultation](https://www.montclairchef.com/contact): Confidential consultation request for UHNW families, principals, estate managers, and family offices
- [Journal](https://www.montclairchef.com/journal): Full editorial archive on private chef placement, UHNW lifestyle, and culinary industry insights

## Optional

- [Chef Registration / Submit CV](https://www.montclairchef.com/register): For chefs applying to join the Montclair Chef network
- [Links](https://www.montclairchef.com/links): Resource directory and external links
- [ChefsView](https://www.chefsview.co): Separate portfolio builder tool for private chefs (distinct domain; serves as a talent pipeline for the agency)
- [The Yacht Chef Guide (theyachtchef.guide)](https://www.theyachtchef.guide): Dedicated site for The Yacht Chef Guide book — reviews, information, and audiobook access
- [The Private Chef Network (Skool)](https://www.skool.com/the-private-chef-network): Community for chefs transitioning from restaurant to private service