THE GOOD COOK CO.
RECRUITMENT SPECIALISTS | EST 1999
Our Chefs
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.
We are always happy to hear from new chefs
To register with us we require the following information 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)
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.
”The brilliant thing about Caroline is that she takes time to get to know you first. She pairs chefs based on personality, not just availability. She takes care to drill down and find out who you are.” - Chef Dan Lee
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
