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David Allan

@davidallan

Dedicated Yacht Chef with Proven Charter Experience

Antibes, France
Available in < 1 week
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Head Chef+2

About

I am a dedicated yacht chef with a strong background in fine dining and a passion for creating refined culinary experiences tailored to diverse tastes and dietary requirements. I am currently based in Antibes and available for immediate placement on a 55m+ motor yacht.

Personal Details

Age46 years
GenderMale

Career Objective

To leverage my extensive culinary skills and charter experience as a yacht chef, providing exceptional dining experiences for guests on luxury yachts.

Passports

New Zealand

Visas

B1/B2
C1/D
Schengen

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy exploring various cuisines and enhancing my culinary skills through specialty courses in different culinary traditions.

Experience

Sole Chef

Jul 2025 - Aug 2025
S/Y Kokomo

Responsible for creating refined culinary experiences for guests and crew.

Chef de Cuisine

Dec 2023 - Apr 2025

Specialized in fine-dining concepts and managing culinary operations.

Executive Chef

Dec 2020 - May 2023
Signature Resort

Responsible for menus, inventory, and cost control in a five-star resort.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Food Hygiene Level III
Ships Cook Certificate
Culinary Trained

Languages

EnglishFluent

References

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