References
References
IN THEIR OWN WORDS
These references don't just speak to Luke's ability — they trace a consistent character across seven years and six vessels. The same qualities appear whether the source is a 110m superyacht or a two-Michelin-star country house kitchen: precision, warmth, and an unwillingness to settle for less than the best.
These references don't just speak to Luke's ability, they trace a consistent character across seven years and six vessels. The same qualities appear whether the source is a 110m superyacht or a two-Michelin-star country house kitchen: precision, warmth and an unwillingness to settle for less than the best.
CULINARY EXCELLENCE
Across every programme, the food is what guests remember. On M/Y Catching Moments, Captain Leigh Dunne described reactions that go beyond satisfaction — closer to genuine surprise.
Across every programme, the food is what guests remember. On M/Y Catching Moments, Captain Leigh Dunne described reactions that go beyond satisfaction closer to genuine surprise.
“Guests were always amazed by the quality, creativity and presentation of his work.”
“Guests were always amazed by the quality, creativity and presentation of his work.”
-Captain Leigh Dunne - M/Y Catching Moments, 45m · 2023
-Captain Leigh Dunne - M/Y Catching Moments, 45m · 2023
-Captain Mark Downes - M/Y Awatea, 47m · 2024
“His dedication to providing the highest quality food, whether for guests or crew, is truly inspiring.”
“His dedication to providing the highest quality food, whether for guests or crew, is truly inspiring.”
“His dedication to providing the highest quality food, whether for guests or crew, is truly inspiring.”
-Captain Mark Downes - M/Y Awatea, 47m · 2024
-Captain Mark Downes - M/Y Awatea, 47m · 2024
“Very hard working, loyal, enthusiastic and creative — offered the job at The Latymer which held 2 Michelin stars.”
“Very hard working, loyal, enthusiastic and creative — offered the job at The Latymer which held 2 Michelin stars.”
-Peter Howarth, Head Chef·Gidleigh Park · 2017
-Peter Howarth, Head Chef·Gidleigh Park · 2017
“Cannot recommend him highly enough and am confident he will excel in any position he takes on.”
“Cannot recommend him highly enough and am confident he will excel in any position he takes on.”
-Captain Mark Downes·M/Y Awatea, 47m · 2024
-Captain Mark Downes·M/Y Awatea, 47m · 2024
“Luke consistently demonstrates a passion for culinary excellence, always striving to improve.”
“Luke consistently demonstrates a passion for culinary excellence, always striving to improve.”
-Captain Mark Downes·M/Y Awatea, 47m · 2024
-Captain Mark Downes·M/Y Awatea, 47m · 2024
“Chef Luke was very much liked by all crew members.”
“Chef Luke was very much liked by all crew members.”
-Captain Dimitri Patrikeeff·M/Y RH Three, 40m · 2023
-Captain Dimitri Patrikeeff·M/Y RH Three, 40m · 2023
-Captain Dimitri Patrikeeff·M/Y RH Three, 40m · 2023
“A joy to work with. If we had an open position for him he would be asked to stay.”
“A joy to work with. If we had an open position for him he would be asked to stay.”
-Captain Dimitri Patrikeeff·M/Y RH Three, 40m · 2023
-Captain Dimitri Patrikeeff·M/Y Anna, 40m · 2023
-Captain Dimitri Patrikeeff·M/Y RH Three, 40m · 2023
THE ROTATIONALIST™
THE ROTATIONALIST™