THE GOOD COOK CO.

RECRUITMENT SPECIALISTS | EST 1999

Work With Us

How We Choose Our Chefs

All our private chefs share a set of essential qualities. These are non-negotiable. If they don’t tick every box, we don’t place them. It’s that simple.

  • ​Discretion

  • Attention to detail

  • Adaptability to dietary needs

  • Flexibility

  • Professionalism

  • Calm confidence

  • Strong work ethic

  • Kindness

  • A true passion for delicious, seasonal food

Knowing this, you can trust the high standards we uphold. We are proud of our global network — a handpicked team of top private chefs, many of whom we’ve known for decades.
 
Each chef is carefully vetted by founder Caroline Yates. All have formal culinary training, with experience ranging from Michelin-starred kitchens and yacht galleys to family estates and international holiday homes.
 
Whether you need family-friendly meals, plant-based dishes, or gluten-free options, our chefs adapt with ease. They're experienced in meeting a wide range of dietary requirements with care and creativity.
 
Our chefs bring the experience of your favourite restaurant into your home. From creative menu planning to shopping for seasonal ingredients, they handle it all. You are free to relax, entertain, and enjoy expertly prepared food tailored to your taste.

A little bit about working with us...

For over 20 years we have gained a reputation for placing the best private chefs with the most discerning clients.

We take time to get to know our chefs so that we develop a good working relationship.

We want you to be happy in your role and we care about our staff as much as our clients.

We have an incredible range of diverse roles and we place chefs all over the world.

We are always looking for amazing new candidates to register. So if you are keen to be part of a wonderful team, we would love to hear from you.

To register with us we require the following information from you so that we can help you find the right role:

  • Updated CV

  • Photos of food or link to your Instagram

  • Sample menus

  • Recent reference contacts (from your last 2 employers)

Send us your CV

We are always keen to hear from new chefs

Send your CV, a biography about yourself, the type of work you are looking for, a link to your instagram account/website or photos of your food, sample menu’s, a photo of yourself, and any other information you think may be relevant.

We look forward to hearing from you.

caroline@goodcookco.com

Some of our current jobs are listed below, we receive new roles every day. If you are interested in any of the positions, please send us your CV, and keep in touch by following us on Instagram

Alex was amazing - we can't praise him highly enough. The food was 'out of this world' and he was just so calm and charming. He had many offers of "please can you come and live with us?" The 6 course dinner on Sat evening was fabulous - better than the tasting menu at Gidleigh Park!