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The Good Cook Co.

Personal, discreet private chef recruitment. Trusted since 1999.

About The Good Cook Co.

The Good Cook Co. was founded in 1999 by Caroline Yates, a recruitment specialist placing private chefs in homes where food is part of the rhythm of daily life. With over two decades of experience, Caroline personally handles every chef placement, ensuring a seamless match between household and chef. Her network is truly global, placing chefs in private Caribbean islands, ski resorts in the French Alps, shooting lodges, yachts and private dinner parties. Caroline’s roster includes celebrated names such as MasterChef finalist Marianne Lumb and MasterChef champion Dan Lee. Known for her reliability, discretion and calm professionalism, her catchphrase says it all: “No problem — leave it with me.”

What They're Looking For

Looking to connect with private households, families and individuals seeking a trusted, experienced private chef, as well as yacht owners, chalet operators and estate managers who need reliable, high-calibre culinary talent placed with care.

Contact
caroline@goodcookco.com
Caroline Yates
Collective member since: June 2026
How They Can Help

Whether you need a one-off chef for a dinner party, a private chef for a ski chalet or holiday villa, or a long-term placement for your household, The Good Cook Co. takes care of everything personally. Caroline vets every chef herself, with no middlemen, ensuring the person who enters your home has the right skills, personality and discretion to make it feel effortless.

What They specialise in
Chalet chefs, Dinner party chefs, Household staffing, Luxury hospitality, Private chef recruitment, Yacht chefs

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