Chef- Ashley Cook
Born and raised in Louisiana, Ashley grew up on soul food and southern hospitality. With her grandparents being travel agents, she started traveling at a young age, which sparked her interest for exploring other cultures and cuisines. After graduating university in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science, Ashley became an au pair on the coast of Italy where she was introduced to the Yachting Industry. Since then, she has been a chef on charters and deliveries in various places such as Croatia, Greece, Montenegro, French Polynesia and the Virgin Islands. Her love of travel has brought her to 50 countries, including England where she received her Culinary Certification from the Ashburton Chefs Academy. She’s also attended cooking classes all over the world, so guests are guaranteed a trip around the globe with Chef Ashley’s dishes.
Ashley’s love for learning doesn’t stop in the galley. She has received her PADI Rescue Diver certification and plans to be a Divemaster by 2025. She’s also working towards becoming a nutritionist by 2026.
Her love for food and the water grows with each season spent in the VI, and she can’t wait to create some unforgettable experiences for her guests.
Chef Ashley Cook
QUALIFICATIONS
Ashburton Chefs Academy Culinary Arts Certification
CTH Level 2 Award in Cookery Skills
STCW valid until 01/10/2024
Quarterdeck Hostess Academy
Food Safety and Hygiene Level 2
PADI Rescue Diver
Crew fully vaccinated