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Dalmaine Blignaut

@dalmaine.blignaut

Experienced Yacht/Private Chef with Global Expertise

Frome, United Kingdom
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About

I am a Yacht/Private Chef with over 18 years of experience in kitchens and galleys worldwide. I pride myself on my leadership skills and ability to deliver exceptional quality cooking, especially in patisserie and baking.

Personal Details

Age42 years
GenderMale
ResidenceUnited Kingdom

Passports

United Kingdom
South Africa

Visas

B1/B2

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy sports, scuba diving, hiking, and playing guitar, contributing to both my physical and mental well-being.

Experience

Sole chef

Current
May 2025 - Present
S/Y The Idler 25m

Sole Chef

Jul 2024 - Aug 2024
M/Y Lucky Us

Temp sole chef - Cooking for Guests and Crew. Full range of cooking including all breads, patisserie and desserts. Ordering, provisioning and all general galley duties including food safety and food hygiene.

Private Chef

Feb 2024 - Jun 2024
Unknown

Private chef to an Ultra High Net Worth Family of 4 as well as 40 ground staff on a private estate within the UK. Running the kitchen operation as well as following the family to various countries across the world, in properties as well as on their private yacht. NDA signed on employment.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Nutritionist
PADI Scuba Instructor

Languages

EnglishNative

References

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