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Goldenkeys Recruitment is an established recruitment agency who have been helping people for over 20 years. This puts us in a great position to assist you in securing the next best role for you, both professionally and personally. We work with a wide range of yacht, varying in size, location and style of programme. We have a strong understanding of the dynamics of the yachts we work with and are able to use this to help you find your next perfect position.

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If you are someone looking for a new position, you can be assured that you will be dealing with yachts who care about your personal development and will listen to your goals and ambitions.
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We are selective and build strong relationships with all our clients to truly understand the culture and ethos of their crew. This allows us to match your needs with the perfect boat for you.
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Our services are confidential, our consultants have a combined wealth of knowledge, and we actively search for the opportunity for you that meets and exceeds your criteria.
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With over 25 years combined recruitment experience between us, we have a vast network of amazing clients within the Luxury Hospitality, Private Household and Yachting industries.

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Your career is personal to you and we will help you get to where you want to be, with a bit of guidance from our expert recruiters. We understand everyone’s goals are different, so we can tailor our search to meet your needs.

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BRAND NEW OPENING ALERT🚨

Ardor – Dorian Janmaat – St Ives, Cornwall – Now Open

Former Le Manoir Head Chef Dorian Janmaat has recently opened his first-ever restaurant, Ardor, in Cornwall!🙌🏼✨

Officially opened on the 6th of July, Ardor is set in the heart of St Ives, spread across two floors, and accommodates up to 60 covers.

Ardor serves a variety of dishes influenced by the food cultures of the Iberian Peninsula and Mediterranean coast, proudly using the freshest Cornish seafood and dry-aged cuts cooked over charcoal.🐟🦀🥒🥩

The opening of Ardor marks Janmaat’s transition from his most recent role as Executive Head Chef at the 3 Rosette The Idle Rocks. Janmaat’s impressive culinary background includes his tenure at the 2 Michelin-starred Le Manoir.🌟🏵️

We look forward to seeing Ardor’s journey and its impact on the culinary scene in Cornwall!🤩

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BRAND NEW OPENING ALERT🚨 Ardor – Dorian Janmaat – St Ives, Cornwall – Now Open Former Le Manoir Head Chef Dorian Janmaat has recently opened his first-ever restaurant, Ardor, in Cornwall!🙌🏼✨ Officially opened on the 6th of July, Ardor is set in the heart of St Ives, spread across two floors, and accommodates up to 60 covers. Ardor serves a variety of dishes influenced by the food cultures of the Iberian Peninsula and Mediterranean coast, proudly using the freshest Cornish seafood and dry-aged cuts cooked over charcoal.🐟🦀🥒🥩 The opening of Ardor marks Janmaat’s transition from his most recent role as Executive Head Chef at the 3 Rosette The Idle Rocks. Janmaat’s impressive culinary background includes his tenure at the 2 Michelin-starred Le Manoir.🌟🏵️ We look forward to seeing Ardor’s journey and its impact on the culinary scene in Cornwall!🤩 Goldenkeys.co.uk #2024newopening #dorianjanmaat #ardor #stives #cornwall #restaurant #hospitality
We are so excited to be assisting a luxurious family-friendly hotel located in Cornwall. They are looking for an approachable Head Chef who is a real ‘foodie’ and enjoys creating a wide array of dishes to direct their talented team of 10.🍽️⭐️

From family-orientated meals made using the very best seasonal produce from local suppliers to classic Cornish afternoon tea treats.🐟🦀🍰🥮

Having recently undergone an extensive £13 million refurbishment, this is a wonderful time to join the team as they enter a new chapter and work towards developing their team.🙌🏼✨

As Head Chef, you will have experience working in luxury hotels and have your own mode of transport due to the location of the hotel.🚙

🔑 Circa £60,000 per annum plus up to £3,000 service charge
🔑 Relocation package
🔑 Leading a fantastic kitchen brigade of 10
🔑 Working for a hotel group with an excellent reputation

We appreciate that your CV may not be up to date. No problem, send me what you have to toby<a href="https://www.instagram.com/goldenkeys/">@goldenkeys</a>.co.uk or look me up on LinkedIn and send me a message there!📩

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We are so excited to be assisting a luxurious family-friendly hotel located in Cornwall. They are looking for an approachable Head Chef who is a real ‘foodie’ and enjoys creating a wide array of dishes to direct their talented team of 10.🍽️⭐️ From family-orientated meals made using the very best seasonal produce from local suppliers to classic Cornish afternoon tea treats.🐟🦀🍰🥮 Having recently undergone an extensive £13 million refurbishment, this is a wonderful time to join the team as they enter a new chapter and work towards developing their team.🙌🏼✨ As Head Chef, you will have experience working in luxury hotels and have your own mode of transport due to the location of the hotel.🚙 🔑 Circa £60,000 per annum plus up to £3,000 service charge 🔑 Relocation package 🔑 Leading a fantastic kitchen brigade of 10 🔑 Working for a hotel group with an excellent reputation We appreciate that your CV may not be up to date. No problem, send me what you have to toby@goldenkeys.co.uk or look me up on LinkedIn and send me a message there!📩 Goldenkeys.co.uk #headchef #cornwall #chefsofinstagram #instafood #hospitalityindustry #cheflife
Profiles of Prestige with Clare Smyth✨

Michelin-starred chef Clare Smyth has crafted an exceptional career in the Hospitality Industry. Growing up on a farm in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, Clare moved to England at 16 to study culinary arts at Highbury College.👩🏼‍🍳⭐️

Her early career saw her working in various UK and Australian restaurants, staging under influential chefs worldwide. Clare joined Restaurant Gordon Ramsay and worked her way up to become Senior Sous Chef in 2002. From 2005 to 2007, she trained with the team at Alain Ducasse’s Le Louis XV in Monte Carlo before returning to Restaurant Gordon Ramsay as Head Chef in 2007. In 2012, she became Chef Patron, making her the first and only female chef to run a three-Michelin-starred restaurant in the UK.🤩

After working under Gordon Ramsay for 13 years, Clare opened her first restaurant, Core by Clare Smyth in 2017. Within its first year, Core was awarded two Michelin Stars, and in 2021, it achieved the coveted three Michelin Stars. Core also holds 5 AA Rosettes.🌟🌟🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️

Clare is officially the first and only British female chef awarded three Michelin stars.

Clare’s restaurant ventures include🍽️:
🔑 Core by Clare Smyth, London (2017, 3 Michelin Stars, 5 AA Rosettes)
🔑 Oncore by Clare Smyth, Sydney (2021, 3 Hats)

Her exceptional talent has earned her numerous accolades, including🏆:
🔑 World’s Best Female Chef by the World’s 50 Best Restaurants (2018)
🔑 3 Michelin Stars in the Michelin Guide for Great Britain & Ireland (2021)
🔑 Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to the Hospitality Industry (2013)

Clare is a familiar face on television, appearing on shows like MasterChef (UK and Australia), Netflix’s The Final Table, Top Chef (USA), and The Late Show.📺 

Yesterday, Clare announced the launch of a brand new venture “Cutler & Smyth”. With more details of this exciting chapter coming in the next few days, we can’t wait to see what’s next for Clare!🥰

Have you ever savoured Clare Smyth’s wonderful cuisine?💭 Let us know!

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Profiles of Prestige with Clare Smyth✨ Michelin-starred chef Clare Smyth has crafted an exceptional career in the Hospitality Industry. Growing up on a farm in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, Clare moved to England at 16 to study culinary arts at Highbury College.👩🏼‍🍳⭐️ Her early career saw her working in various UK and Australian restaurants, staging under influential chefs worldwide. Clare joined Restaurant Gordon Ramsay and worked her way up to become Senior Sous Chef in 2002. From 2005 to 2007, she trained with the team at Alain Ducasse’s Le Louis XV in Monte Carlo before returning to Restaurant Gordon Ramsay as Head Chef in 2007. In 2012, she became Chef Patron, making her the first and only female chef to run a three-Michelin-starred restaurant in the UK.🤩 After working under Gordon Ramsay for 13 years, Clare opened her first restaurant, Core by Clare Smyth in 2017. Within its first year, Core was awarded two Michelin Stars, and in 2021, it achieved the coveted three Michelin Stars. Core also holds 5 AA Rosettes.🌟🌟🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️🏵️ Clare is officially the first and only British female chef awarded three Michelin stars. Clare’s restaurant ventures include🍽️: 🔑 Core by Clare Smyth, London (2017, 3 Michelin Stars, 5 AA Rosettes) 🔑 Oncore by Clare Smyth, Sydney (2021, 3 Hats) Her exceptional talent has earned her numerous accolades, including🏆: 🔑 World’s Best Female Chef by the World’s 50 Best Restaurants (2018) 🔑 3 Michelin Stars in the Michelin Guide for Great Britain & Ireland (2021) 🔑 Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to the Hospitality Industry (2013) Clare is a familiar face on television, appearing on shows like MasterChef (UK and Australia), Netflix’s The Final Table, Top Chef (USA), and The Late Show.📺 Yesterday, Clare announced the launch of a brand new venture “Cutler & Smyth”. With more details of this exciting chapter coming in the next few days, we can’t wait to see what’s next for Clare!🥰 Have you ever savoured Clare Smyth’s wonderful cuisine?💭 Let us know! Goldenkeys.co.uk #claresmyth #chef #michelinstar #aarosette #restaurant #hospitality
This week, we are delighted to showcase a wide array of Hospitality Professionals, each with invaluable experience working in highly acclaimed restaurants and luxurious 5-star hotels.🌟 Meet our Golden Candidates: 🧰 A Chief Engineer ⭐️ A Sous Chef 🍽️ A Head Waiter 🍳 A Chef De Partie Do you like the sound of one of this week’s superstars elevating your team? Or have you heard of a role that could be right up their street? If so, we’d love to chat!💬✨ Remember, you could earn a £200 reward through our referral scheme!💰 Please DM us or email us at goldenkeys@goldenkeys.co.uk with the subject line “Golden Candidate.”📩 Goldenkeys.co.uk #goldencandidateoftheweek #hospitality #privatehouseholds #hospitalityjobs #recruitment #follow

Testimonials

“Josh was the first recruiter that actually took an interest in follow ups and check ins. He always followed through with promised actions and he helped me get the exact job I had been looking for. I have been immensely impressed since discovering Goldenkeys”
Michaella Honeycutt – 2nd Stewardess, 75m Motor Yacht
“My first experience with Goldenkeys and was amazing, I received full support and all the time I received a quick response to all my questions. Wonderful job and thank you Toby”
Victor Cristian Dumitrache – Chef De Rang, Fine Dining Restaurant
“It is always a beautiful experience to work with Oliver. Involvement and devotion are the best words to describe each collaboration. I definitely recommend it. You will find that even if you work in the industry, you still have a lot to learn, especially from them.”
Gavrilas Mihai Alexandru – Bartender, 5 Star Hotel
“Very friendly and down to earth agent to talk to. Kept in touch to see how the interview went etc. Spoke to me a lot about the boat when I had questions and gave me a lot of information.”
Jessica Judge – Stewardess, 75m Motor Yacht
“Five star service, special thanks to Toby who helped me a lot to get the job and gave me all the information that I needed. Thank you so much Toby, Goldenkeys and the team.”
Ronald Lecita – Butler, 5 Star Hotel
“My experience with Oliver was brilliant, was very helpful, understanding and always offered to help with any questions or queries I had!”
Luke Hoare – Private Household

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