How much does it cost to hire a private chef in NYC?

Private chef salaries in Manhattan range from $140,000-$250,000 annually for full-time estate chefs, or $750-$1,200 per day for freelance service, depending on Michelin training and UHNW experience.

How quickly can you hire a private chef in Manhattan?

We can place qualified Michelin-trained private chefs in Manhattan within 48-72 hours for urgent needs, or 7-14 days for comprehensive matching with UHNW family requirements.

Elite Private Chef Placement in New York City

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A Bespoke Culinary Service for the Pace of New York

Montclair Chef Agency provides unparalleled private chef placement to New York's most influential residents. As specialists exclusively in private chef services—not general staffing—we understand the city's fast-paced rhythm and the need for absolute discretion.
Drawing from our founder's personal experience as a top private chef for UHNW families and training in 3-star Michelin establishments, we deliver what Manhattan's elite truly require: whether for a full-time chef in an Upper East Side townhouse, a family in a Tribeca loft, or a corporate dinner in the Financial District.

Our luxury private chef services New York professionals trust are delivered through the world's largest network of private chefs for hire New York City. With unmatched reach in Manhattan's competitive market, we specialize in private chef cost NYC transparency and hiring personal chef Manhattan talent who excel at sourcing from premier suppliers: from Lobel's prime meats to Union Square Greenmarket's finest produce.

What Sets Us Apart

In New York City's most exclusive circles, discerning UHNW families choose Montclair Chef Agency for one critical reason: we're the only private chef specialist founded by a Michelin-starred chef who personally served elite Manhattan households.
From Central Park West penthouses to Upper East Side estates, our founder's insider experience—training in 3-star Michelin kitchens and serving UHNW families as their private chef—gives us unmatched understanding of what distinguished clients truly require.
Unlike generalist staffing agencies, we focus exclusively on elite culinary placement, ensuring precision that only comes from having lived this world firsthand.

Private Chef Specialists Only – Exclusive focus on private chef placement, not general household staffing
Founder's UHNW Experience – Personal background as private chef to ultra-high net worth families
3-Star Michelin Training – Deep understanding of world-class culinary standards
Largest Global Network – Unmatched access to elite private chef talent worldwide
NYC Market Expertise – Extensive reach in Manhattan's competitive local chef market
Absolute Discretion – Confidential service for high-profile clients requiring complete privacy

View from a Manhatan penthouse from one of our UHNW client

A firm hand shake to symbolise a true relationaship based on real guarantees

Why NYC Family Office and UHNW Clients Choose Montclair Chef

In New York City's most exclusive circles, discerning UHNW families choose Montclair Chef as the best private chef agency NYC has to offer. Unlike generalist staffing firms, we specialize exclusively in private chef services New York families require, founded by a Michelin-trained chef with real UHNW experience. Our expertise in hiring personal chef Manhattan talent and transparent private chef cost NYC consultation comes from personally serving Central Park West penthouses and Upper East Side estates, ensuring we understand exactly what elite clients need.

Through the world's largest network of elite culinary professionals, we maintain exceptional reach in New York's competitive market, accessing Michelin-trained talent that generalist agencies simply cannot. Whether you need an estate chef for your Manhattan residence, a superyacht specialist for your vessel in NY Harbor, or a performance nutrition expert for optimal health, our focused expertise delivers results.
When you engage Montclair Chef, you're partnering with Tri-State specialists who understand that true luxury lies in flawless execution across all your culinary requirements.

Our Specialized Private Chef Services in NYC

Private Chef from our agency preparing dinner in luxury residence

Private Residence Chefs

Sourcing top private chefs for permanent roles in Manhattan's most exclusive neighbourhoods, from Upper East Side townhouses to SoHo penthouses and family estates throughout the Tri-State area.

estate chef services

Elegant luxury dining set for a UHNW private event organised by Montclair chef.

Exclusive Events

Providing Michelin-starred event guests chefs for high-profile gallery openings in Chelsea, corporate board dinners, and exclusive intimate celebrations throughout Manhattan's elite venues.

event chef services

Impecable fine dining organised by one of our top private chef specialized in Asian Cuisine

Specialized Placements

From Asian cuisine specialists and vegan plant-based experts to certified nutrition chefs and performance specialists for professional athletes, we cover every aspect of specialized private chef services.

Specialised chef services

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Headquarters: Boulevard d’Italie, 98000 Monaco

Where we operate

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

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Our Philosophy

Focused on Chefs. Founded on Michelin standards. Dedicated to perfect placement.

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Elite Private Chef Placement in New York City

A Bespoke Culinary Service for the Pace of New York

What Sets Us Apart

Why NYC Family Office and UHNW Clients Choose Montclair Chef