Who is John Zygmunt in the Epstein files?

John Zygmunt was a chef candidate interviewed for a position in Jeffrey Epstein's household in January 2016. His name appears in 74 documents, all of which are recruitment emails between a staffing agency (Regal Domestics) and Epstein's assistant Lesley Groff. There is no evidence he was hired or had any relationship with Epstein beyond being a job applicant.

Did John Zygmunt work for Jeffrey Epstein?

The documents show only the interview coordination process in January 2016. While Skype and in-person interviews were scheduled, there is no evidence in the files indicating whether Zygmunt was ultimately hired or worked for Epstein. All mentions are limited to the recruitment phase.

Why does John Zygmunt appear 74 times in the Epstein documents?

The high mention count is due to standard email thread repetition—when people reply to emails, the previous messages are quoted below. All 74 mentions come from the same email conversation thread between the staffing agency and Epstein's office about scheduling interviews, with each reply containing the full message history.

Who is John Zygmunt in the Epstein files?

John Zygmunt was a chef candidate interviewed for a position in Jeffrey Epstein's household in January 2016. His name appears in 74 documents, all of which are recruitment emails between a staffing agency (Regal Domestics) and Epstein's assistant Lesley Groff. There is no evidence he was hired or had any relationship with Epstein beyond being a job applicant.

Did John Zygmunt work for Jeffrey Epstein?

The documents show only the interview coordination process in January 2016. While Skype and in-person interviews were scheduled, there is no evidence in the files indicating whether Zygmunt was ultimately hired or worked for Epstein. All mentions are limited to the recruitment phase.

Why does John Zygmunt appear 74 times in the Epstein documents?

The high mention count is due to standard email thread repetition—when people reply to emails, the previous messages are quoted below. All 74 mentions come from the same email conversation thread between the staffing agency and Epstein's office about scheduling interviews, with each reply containing the full message history.

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John Zygmunt appears in the Epstein files as a chef candidate who was being interviewed for a position in Jeffrey Epstein's household staff in January 2016, coordinated through the staffing agency Regal Domestics.

All 74 mentions of John Zygmunt occur in email correspondence between Michelle (an employment counselor at Regal Domestics, Inc.) and Lesley Groff (Epstein's longtime assistant) regarding scheduling interviews and travel arrangements for a chef position. The emails discuss logistics like Skype interview times (scheduled for 6:00 PM on January 8, 2016), potential personal interviews, accommodation at a guest apartment in NYC, and Zygmunt's availability around his hectic work schedule. The correspondence shows standard recruitment coordination with no indication of whether Zygmunt was ultimately hired.

Key Highlights

•Job candidate coordinated through staffing agency Regal Domestics in January 2016
•Interviews scheduled through intermediary (Lesley Groff), not direct contact with Epstein
•All mentions are transactional recruitment emails with no evidence of employment or relationship
•Professional chef with Culinary Institute of America education, per LinkedIn profile

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EFTA00329955.pdf

EFTA00329955

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in >>> >» will do .thanks >>> >>> On Jan 29, 2016, at 3:14 PM, Michelle >>> < >» wrote: >>> >>» Hi Lesley, >>>> >>>> I just heard back from John Zygmunt. He has a very hectic work >>» schedule >>> next week and unfortunately can't take off during the week. However, >>> he said that he can go to NYC

EFTA00330131.pdf

EFTA00330131

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From: "Michelle" To: "'Lesley Groff" <MIMIII > Subject: RE: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Wed, 27 Jan 2016 18:34:12 +0000 John Zygmunt called today and was wondering if Mr. Epstein would still like to meet him for a personal interview. He said that he is available this weekend to g

EFTA00331308.pdf

EFTA00331308

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16 22:07:38 +0000 Okay we'll send them to other interviews then. We'll let you know if we have other couples we can send you. Also, I have advised John Zygmunt to make himself available next weekend if we can reschedule his interview. Thanks Lesley and have a good weekend! Michelle Employment Counselor

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EFTA00331315.pdf

EFTA00331315

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e > wrote: > Okay we'll send them to other interviews then. We'll let you know if we have > other couples we can send you. > Also, I have advised John Zygmunt to make himself available next weekend if > we can reschedule his interview. > Thanks Lesley and have a good weekend! > • Michelle > • Employme

EFTA00331910.pdf

EFTA00331910

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uld think fine but let me check Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 12, 2016, at 9:58 AM, Michelle wrote: > Sounds good! I will inform Eric. > Also, if John Zygmunt needs to spend the night in NYC before heading > back home, can he also stay at the guest apartment on Saturday night? > • Michelle > • Employme

EFTA00331903.pdf

EFTA00331903

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Groff" <MINIII > Subject: RE: Jeffrey Epstein-can we change ERic? Date: Tue, 12 Jan 2016 14:58:33 +0000 Sounds good! I will inform Eric. Also, if John Zygmunt needs to spend the night in NYC before heading back home, can he also stay at the guest apartment on Saturday night? Michelle Employment Counselor

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EFTA00331907.pdf

EFTA00331907

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d think fine but let me check Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 12, 2016, at 9:58 AM, Michelle > wrote: > Sounds good! I will inform Eric. > Also, if John Zygmunt needs to spend the night in NYC before heading back > home, can he also stay at the guest apartment on Saturday night? > • Michelle > • Employme

EFTA00331924.pdf

EFTA00331924

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e an apt for him. Let me know Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 12, 2016, at 9:58 AM, Michelle > wrote: > Sounds good! I will inform Eric. > Also, if John Zygmunt needs to spend the night in NYC before heading back > home, can he also stay at the guest apartment on Saturday night? > • Michelle > • Employme

EFTA00331942.pdf

EFTA00331942

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an apt for him. Let me know Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 12, 2016, at 9:58 AM, Michelle < > wrote: > Sounds good! I will inform Eric. > Also, if John Zygmunt needs to spend the night in NYC before heading > back home, can he also stay at the guest apartment on Saturday night? > • Michelle > • Employme

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EFTA00331977.pdf

EFTA00331977

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an apt for him. Let me know Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 12, 2016, at 9:58 AM, Michelle < › wrote: > Sounds good! I will inform Eric. > Also, if John Zygmunt needs to spend the night in NYC before heading > back home, can he also stay at the guest apartment on Saturday night? > • Michelle > • Employme

EFTA00332009.pdf

EFTA00332009

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, Michelle wrote: > Hi Lesley, > Since we have been emailing back and forth, I just wanted to make sure you > also got this one email below about John Zygmunt. > Thanks, > • Michelle > • Employment Counselor > Regal Domestics, Inc. > 301-770-4998 fax > www.regaldomesticsinc.com • Original Message

EFTA00332001.pdf

EFTA00332001

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Jan 2016 18:11:45 +0000 Hi Lesley, Since we have been emailing back and forth, I just wanted to make sure you also got this one email below about John Zygmunt. Thanks, Michelle Employment Counselor Re al Domestics, Inc. 301-770-4998 fax www.regaldomesticsinc.com Original Message From: Michelle (ma

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EFTA00332012.pdf

EFTA00332012

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11 PM, Michelle ‹ > wrote: > Hi > Since we have been emailing back and forth, I just wanted to make sure you > also got this one email below about John Zygmunt. > Thanks, > • Michelle > • Employment Counselor > Re al Domestics, Inc. > 301-770-4998 fax > www.regaldomesticsinc.com • Original Message

EFTA00332016.pdf

EFTA00332016

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chelle ‹ > wrote: > Hi Lesley, > Since we have been emailing back and forth, I just wanted to make sure > you also got this one email below about John Zygmunt. > Thanks, > • Michelle > • Employment Counselor > Re al Domestics, Inc. > • 301-770-4998 fax > www.regaldomesticsinc.com • Original Messa

EFTA00332031.pdf

EFTA00332031

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le > wrote: » Hi Lesley, >> >> Since we have been emailing back and forth, I just wanted to make sure >> you also got this one email below about John Zygmunt. >> >> Thanks, >> » Michelle >> >> Employment Counselor >> Re al Domestics, Inc. >> 301-770-4998 fax >> www.regaldomesticsinc.com >> >> >

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EFTA00332194.pdf

EFTA00332194

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pm on 15th works. Thx Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 8, 2016, at 9:44 AM, Michelle < > wrote: > Good morning Lesley, > • I have confirmed it with John Zygmunt and he is all set for the 6:00 PM > Skype interview tonight. > • Arline and Carluz Toylo are also available for a personal interview on > Friday,

EFTA00332193.pdf

EFTA00332193

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4:26 +0000 Attachments: TOYLO,_CARLUZ.doc; Carluzic_Arline_Toylo's_reference_letters.pdf; TOYLO,_ARLINE.doc Good morning I have confirmed it with John Zygmunt and he is all set for the 6:00 PM Skype interview tonight. Arline and Carluz Toylo are also available for a personal interview on Friday, Jan. 15th

EFTA00332199.pdf

EFTA00332199

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om my iPhone >>> On Jan 8, 2016, at 9:44 AM, Michelle >>> < >> wrote: >> >> Good morning Lesley, EFTA00332199 >> >> I have confirmed it with John Zygmunt and he is all set for the 6:00 >> PM Skype interview tonight. >> >> Arline and Carluz Toylo are also available for a personal interview >> on Fri

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EFTA00332195.pdf

EFTA00332195

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4pm on 15th works. Thx Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 8, 2016, at 9:44 AM, Michelle < wrote: > Good morning Lesley, > • I have confirmed it with John Zygmunt and he is all set for the 6:00 > PM Skype interview tonight. > • Arline and Carluz Toylo are also available for a personal interview on > Friday,

EFTA00329238.pdf

EFTA00329238

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4, 2016, at 4:16 PM, Mr. Epstein had a chance to review the resume for the be interested to do a Skype interview with them. dates for him to meet John Zygmunt? 2016 4:18 PM Michelle I'm available now if she EFTA00329238 wrote: >> » Hi Lesley, >> >> We have another chef who is interested with the p

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