Episode 04 - Yllan Laloum

11/25/24 • 58 min

Yllan Laloum, a French private chef in the US, opens up about his culinary journey, offering insights and advice for aspiring chefs. He emphasizes the courage and adaptability needed to cook in America, where culinary expectations differ from those in France. Passion and constant availability, he notes, are essential to meet client demands successfully. Yllan reflects on his training in Michelin-starred restaurants in Paris and the unique advantages that being a European chef brings in the US.

Sharing his transition from working with high-profile families to running his own private chef business, Yllan discusses the complexities of entrepreneurship, from managing client expectations to balancing work and personal life. He talks about the rewards and pressures of being a private chef, as well as his love for New York, paired with a growing interest in exploring new opportunities in Europe and a slower pace of life. Yllan hints at an upcoming project and his hopes to split his time between America and Europe in the future.

Encouraging young chefs to travel and expand their culinary perspectives, Yllan also speaks about the realities of running his business—from the pressures of client acquisition to investment strategies for retirement. Noting differences between the social security systems in Europe and the US, he underscores the importance of financial planning. He concludes by sharing his love for spending time with family and friends and the value of balancing passion with personal fulfillment.

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Website: https://privatechefnewyork.com/
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Follow Yllan Laloum:

Website: https://privatechefnewyork.com/
Instagram: @vivelechef
Facebook: @vivelechef
TikTok: @vivelechef

The 🌎's Best Private Chef Agency: www.montclairchef.com

Follow Montclair Chef ⤵
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Facebook
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✅ Find a Private Chef TODAY! t.ly/PM9fM

📍 Yacht & Private Chef Jobs: recruiterflow.com/montclairchef/jobs

Become a Yacht Chef Today! Read ➪ The Yacht Chef Guide Book

🎧 Sound track by Joakim Karud

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Episode 03 - Hannes Hennches

In this episode, Chris sits down with Hannes Hennches, a private chef and host of The Private Chef Podcast, to explore Hannes's unique journey in the world of private service. They discuss the resources available for aspiring private chefs, the challenges and rewards of working in private service, and the critical focus on health and well-being for culinary professionals. Hannes reflects on his experiences with different clients, emphasizing the need for creativity and adaptability to succeed in the industry.

A transformative experience for Hannes was a 10-day silent meditation retreat, which profoundly shifted his perspective on time and thought. He shares his approach to meditation as a state of being rather than doing, offering a path to greater clarity and balance. Looking to the future, Hannes expresses his desire to integrate well-being more deeply into his private chef work, supporting others in their pursuit of longevity and equilibrium.

Hannes also discusses his financial insights, particularly in real estate and Bitcoin, and emphasizes the importance of aligning wealth with holistic well-being. In addition to his work as a chef, Hannes hosts two insightful podcasts: The Path to Wellth, available on Apple Podcasts, and The Private Chef Podcast, available on Apple Podcasts. He also offers coaching and resources for chefs transitioning to private service through his website, privatechef.cc.

Follow Hannes Hennches:

Website: www.privatechef.cc
Instagram: @hanneshennche
X/Twitter: @JHennche

Listen to Hannes's Podcasts:

The Path to Wellth on Apple Podcasts
The Private Chef Podcast on Apple Podcasts

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Episode 05 - Maarten Bogaerts

Maarten Bogaerts began his career as a chef before transitioning into hospitality service, ultimately becoming a hotel butler and working for the Belgian Royal Family. He highlights the distinction between private and professional service, noting that private service demands exceptional attention to detail. Maarten emphasizes that true quality and comfort in service go beyond monetary value, requiring a deep-seated culture of excellence within households and a structured household management system to maintain high standards.

Drawing from his experiences working in Russia and his role with the Bogart Group, Maarten discusses his mission to elevate the service industry through technology. His latest initiative—a service quality app—serves as a rating platform that fosters skill improvement and benefits for workers, employers, and consumers alike. This versatile app supports service industries beyond private homes and superyachts, extending to restaurants, hotels, luxury retail, and even supermarkets. Maarten shares his vision to expand the app's impact globally, especially in developing regions and newly established cities, to raise service standards worldwide.

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