The Montclair Podcast
Welcome to The Montclair Podcast - Life in the Ultra-Luxury Industry, where we dive into the daily life of those supporting the busy lifestyles of billionaires and their families onboard their superyachts, private jets, or within multiple residences worldwide.
Discover what it's like to manage the lives of UHNW (Ultra-High-Net-Worth) individuals in the most exclusive environments. From global travels to upholding ultra-high service standards, we explore the dedication and commitment of the professionals who make it all possible.
Join host Chris Demaillet as we sit down with private chefs, butlers, family office managers, superyacht captains, private jet pilots, and many more.
Each episode uncovers the challenges, successes, and insights of those serving the world’s wealthiest clients, giving you a behind-the-scenes look at life in the ultra-luxury industry.
The Montclair Podcast
Episode 04 - Yllan Laloum
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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