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• Qualifications: Master 500GT
• Experience: -
• Salary: €6500

• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, PBL2
• Experience: 1 Season +
• Salary: DOE
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1
• Experience: 2 year +
• Salary: 4000 USD +
• Qualifications: Y3 or Y4
• Salary: tbc
• 8:8 weeks rotation
• Qualifications: ETO CoC or relevant experience as a ship’s electrician
• Experience: previous similar
• Salary: 8000 EUR per month
• Qualifications: Yachtmaster Offshore
• Experience: 1 Year +
• Qualifications: Master 500GT or OOW 3000GT
• Experience: 3 Years +
• Qualifications: Y3 or Commercial Equivalent
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, Food & Hygiene Level 2, Culinary Trained
• Salary: 3500EUR (DOE)
• Qualifications: Minimum YM Offshore, preferred OOW3000GT
• Salary: 6000EUR (DOE)

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(filled) **Urgent**- temp stewardess 40m+ Private MY- Australia to Fiji

Are you a temp stewardess located in Australia / NZ who is available for an immediate start? Position Snapshot 6th Sep – 25th Sep EUR 3,700 / month pro-rated No guests A well run 40m+ private MY is urgently looking for a temp junior stewardess to join them for a passage...

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• Classification:   Steward/ess
• Location:   Pacific
• Type:   Daywork/Relief

Deck/Mate 92’ MY Charter/Private MY- Australia & Thailand

Are you a deck/mate interested in being based between Thailand & Australia? Do you have watchkeeping experience and keen for offshore commercial seatime?   Position Snapshot Qld, Phuket & Ko Samui Excellent Salary Watchkeeping experience (essential)...

• Classification:   Deckhand / Bosun
• Location:   Australia/NZ
• Type:   Full-Time

Deckhand/Tender Captain- 80m+ SY Private/Charter- South Pacific, Fiji, Australia, NZ

Are you a deckhand who is a gun tender driver? Are you interested in joining a reputable superyacht program in the South Pacific? Position Snapshot 4000€-4500€ / month 60 days leave + 2 flights Yachtmaster preferred Male only due to cabins A high profile...

House Manager- Eastern Suburbs- Sydney

Are you a stewardess looking for a lifestyle opportunity Monday to Friday? Do you have experience working as a yacht stewardess or lifestyle manager? Position Snapshot Monday – Friday , 9am-5pm Late September/early October start Point Piper location A lovely / personable...

• Classification:   Residential

Deck/Diver- 80m+ SY Private/Charter- South Pacific, Fiji, Australia, NZ

Are you a deckhand with a minimum of a divemaster? Are you interested in joining a reputable superyacht program in the South Pacific? Position Snapshot 4000€-4500€ / month 60 days leave + 2 flights Divemaster (essential) Male only due to cabins A high...

2nd / 3rd Stewardess (Temp or Fulltime) 50m Private MY – US & Caribbean

**Calling all stews interested in a terrific US/Caribbean program   Position Snapshot   2nd Stewardess level From $4000-$5000 US / month DOE (as a guide only) Temp or Fulltime B1/B2 A high profile 50m Private MY is on the search...

• Location:   Americas
• Type:   Seasonal

Deckhand 30m Private/Charter MY- Whitsundays & Sydney

Are you a deckhand who holds a minimum of a Coxswain? Are you interested in doing a mixture of both private & charters? A well run 30m private/charter MY is on the search for a deckhand to join their team for the tail end of the Whitsundays season, before the vessel makes its way back down to Sydney. The deckhand...

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Lead Service Stewardess- 85m Expedition Charter/Private- Asia, Pacific

Are you a stewardess with impeccable service skills? Position Snapshot 3:1 rotation $5000 US / Month DOE Preference to Australian / NZ candidates The ideal candidate will have time on superyachts 50m+ and have a strong background in service, looking to take on a leadership...

• Location:   Worldwide
• Type:   Rotational

Captain & Stew 92’ MY Charter/Private MY- Australia & Thailand

Are you a captain & stew team interested in being based between Thailand & Australia?   Position Snapshot Master 4 or MCA 200gt Qld, Phuket & Ko Samui Excellent Salary A high profile 92’ foreign flagged MY is on the search for a captain/engineer...

• Classification:   Captain

Chief Stewardess- 34m Private MY- NZ, Australia – Fiji

**Calling all experienced stews looking for a great South Pacific Program** Position Snapshot Up to $5500- $6000 US / Month (+/- pending experience) Private use only, low guest numbers. Fulltime 2nd stew for support A unique opportunity has become available...

• Classification:   Chief Steward/ess

Relief Chief Engineer- 47m Private MY – Gold Coast / Brisbane

Are you a Y3 or MEC3 chief engineer available for a relief yard period in Australia? Position Snapshot No major works 19th August to 16th September (flexible) MEC 3 or Y3 A high profile 47m private MY is in need of a relief chief engineer for a periodical...

• Classification:   Engineer

Sailing Yacht Project – Trade assist / junior Captain - Gold Coast

Are you a sailing professional interested in working on a new to launch sail vessel? Do you have proven sailing skills , both coastal and offshore? Position Snapshot Gold Coast Based (with accommodation included) Initial...

Lead Deckhand 45m Private Motor Yacht- Sydney & Pacific

Are you an experienced deckhand looking to work within a very professional team? Do have solid tender driving experience, looking to progress tickets? Position Snapshot Excellent Salary (above industry standard) ...

Captain/Manager – Private Yacht Fleet- Perth Based

Are you interested in a Perth based captains’ role? Are you looking for a role with a stack of variety? Position Snapshot $120,000-$150,000 AUD / Year  DOE + Bonuses + Car + Laptop Based off 38 hour working weeks Private yacht fleet A...

Rotation 2:2 - Masseuse / Spa Stew – 85m Expedition Yacht- Asia, Maldives, South Pacific

*** Dream job alert*** Are you a stewardess with both massage & spa experience? Are you interested in a 2:2 rotation,  cruising off the beaten track locations in the South Pacific & Asia Position Snapshot Start: When Found Leave: 2 month On , 2 month Off rotation Salary:...

Seasonal Chief Stewardess $$$+ Private MY – Sydney / Australia

Calling all experienced Chief Stewardesses available for a terrific seasonal contract in Australia. Managing a large team of 2-4 stewardesses the vessel wil only consider candidates with experience on vessels over 50m as chief. The position would suit a big superyacht chief stewardess with 5 years + experience looking...

Masseuse / Spa Stew -3:1 – Private 90m+ MY – Australia – Worldwide

Are you a stewardess with both massage & spa experience? Are you interested in cruising off the beaten track locations worldwide? Position Snapshot Start: Mid/Late August Leave: 90 days annual + flights Salary: Excellent (paid in Euro) A unique opportunity has...

Expressions of interest- Freelance / Temp & Seasonal - Australian Summer (Stewardess)

MYS is taking expressions of interest for any crew available for Freelance / Temp & Seasonal roles over the Australian Summer. Day rates for Stewardess work in Australia range from $300- $600 AUD / day depending experience and the requirement & will go up for major events (NYE & Public Holidays) MYS currently...

2nd Stewardess 38m Private MY – Sydney Based (Year-round)

Are you a stewardess interested in a Land-based / Lifestyle role in Sydney? Position Snapshot Sydney based (year-round) Monday to Friday (off trip) Start: September A high-profile Sydney based 38m private MY is on the search for a highly professional...

2nd /3rd Stewardess- 45m Private Motor Yacht– Sydney (based), Whitsundays & Pacific

Are you a stewardess who enjoys front of house/service? Do you value working within an exceptional team environment? Position Snapshot 2nd or 3rd stew level Sydney based (9 -10 months), winters in Whitsundays or Pacific...

Dockmaster – Leading Marina & Shipyard – Brisbane Based

Are you a deckhand or marine professional interested in a land-based opportunity?   Would you like to work with one of Australia’s leading Superyacht Marina’s?   Position Snapshot   Brisbane Based. Monday to Friday (30am-4.00pm) $75,000.00...

Urgent – Temp 2nd Stewardess- 60m Private MY – Western Australia

Are you a 2nd stewardess in Australia available for a 2-week freelance contract? A high profile 60m private MY is on the search for a temp 2nd stewardess for a 2-week contract in Exmouth. Joining an interior team of 4 the stewardess should have prior superyacht experience and ideally time in...

Seasonal Sole Stewardess 36m Private MY – Indonesia – Australia

Are you an experienced stewardess interested a 2-month seasonal contract around the Indonesian Islands? Do you enjoy off the beaten track adventure? Position Snapshot Start: Early September Finish: Mid November Dive focused expeditions, low guest...

House Manager- Gold Coast – Hinterland

Are you a superyacht or private residence stewardess interested in going land based on the Gold Coast? The Estate owners are seeking a full-time house manager to work in their prestigious homestead and guest house, at their luxury rural estate nestled in the Gold Coast hinterland. Reporting to the Site manager,...

2nd Stewardess / Deck– 37m Private MY – Whitsundays, Fiji & Sydney

Are you a stewardess or deck/stew currently located in Australia or NZ? Do you enjoy hosting & taking part in water activities? Position Snapshot 2nd stewardess Start: 27th August in the Whitsundays ...

Lead Deckhand / Tender Captain – 34m Private MY – Sydney Based

Are you a deckhand or deck/stew interested in being based in Sydney year-round?   Do you have tender driving experience and hands on maintenance skills?   Position Snapshot Sydney based (all year) Must have own accommodation ashore $80,000 AUD / Year (as Guide)...

Part-Time- Housekeeper/Cleaner – High profile Residence- Point Piper, Sydney

  Are you a stewardess or housekeeper interested in a part time, 2 days / week housekeeping position?   Position Snapshot 2 days / week $40-$50 / Hour (based on experience) 8am to Midday or 9am to 2pm (flexible) Tuesdays &...

Executive Housekeeper-Private Residence/s – Melbourne

Are you a high-end hospitality professional or yacht stewardess looking to work within Residential Management for a high-net-worth client?   Do you have excellent housekeeping skills?   Position Snapshot Fulltime Executive Housekeeper Multiple Residences Room for...

Sole Chef- 32m Expedition Yacht- Cairns, NZ, Kimberley, Melbourne, Tasmania

Are you a culinary trained chef interested in cruising Australia, NZ and the remote Kimberley?   Are you interested in working within a highly professional (and fun) crew?   Position Snapshot   $110,000-$130,000 AUD + Super  DOE Private use, low guest numbers ...

• Classification:   Chef

Relief Chief Engineer- 45m Private MY – Australia & Fiji

Are you a Y3 engineer or above available for a relief contract?   Position Snapshot   EUR 9000-9500 per month DOE Y3 or above 26th August – 15th October The relief chief engineer will join the vessel to relieve the permanent...

Chief Stewardess-36m- Private MY- Sydney & Indonesia

Are you a stewardess looking for an amazing lifestyle role? Do you have an interest in diving, learning deck skills or even temping on a private jet? Position Snapshot Sydney based (9 months) Indonesia (2 months) Yard (1 month) Low use program / lifestyle role Stacks...

Captain- (recent build) 125’ Private / Charter – Australia, Sydney, East Coast, Pacific

Are you a superyacht captain looking for a highly professional program in Australia? Do you hold (or near holding) an AMSA master 4 (or equivalent)? Position Snapshot Master 4/ <45m (or commercial 500gt) $190,000 AUD + Super + Bonuses...

Chief Stewardess- 50m Private MY – Sydney (base), Gold Coast & Pacific

** Sponsorship option in Australia Are you a chief stewardess interested in working out in Australia long-term? Are you interested in working for an exceptional superyacht owner? Position Snapshot Open to all nationalities (long term sponsorship option) $120,000 - $140,000...

Stewardess/Hospitality support – High Profile -Perth Based Residence

Are you an experienced stewardess looking for a unique lifestyle opportunity in Perth? ...

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Rotational Second Engineer – 55m – Dual season

Engineer / Permanent

Posted By Alice Hay

Posted Date Tue 03 Sep 2024

Closing Date Tue 17 Sep 2024

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We're working with a 55m Northern European build yacht who are looking for a 2nd engineer to join their team. 

• The yacht is used both privately and for light charter, dual season (Med / Carib).
• You must hold a minimum EOOW Unlimited ticket to be considered for the role and it is essential that you have prior experience on yachts as engineer. 
• They are looking for a reliable, hard-working team player as it's a busy programme. 
• Rotational 2:2. 
• Salary is €6500 – €7,000 depending on experience + 13th month bonus. 
• Start date is mid October. 

Interior / Permanent

Posted By Cobie Brasher

• Busy private/charter 60m+
• Will rotate through all interior departments
• Strong in Laundry/Housekeeping/Service
• Fit and active, ready to hit the ground running
• Start date: 1st Oct 2024
• Salary: 3000 EUR p/m
• Leave: 3:1 Rotation

Deckhand – 55m Private / Charter – Coupled with Stewardess

Deck / Permanent

Posted By Bekah Edenbrow

* Please thoroughly read the advert before applying*

• Our client is looking for an Experienced Deckhand for a 55m+ Private / Charter M/Y with an ASAP start date.
• This position is to be coupled with a Stewardess who has a minimum of 1 years’s experience on a similar-sized vessel and is a solid all-rounder, able to rotate through laundry, service and house-keeping.
• This is a great opportunity to join a fantastic programme, with fantastic crew retention and longevity onboard. They are an incredibly close-knit crew who all get along well and are looking for a couple to complement this.
• The ideal candidate will have at least one year’s experience on a 40m+ and be confident driving large tenders. Having your YMO or Navigational Watch Rating in hand would be hugely appealing.
• This opportunity is ideal for a couple looking to join a boat together where they can learn and grow in their respective careers and gain further longevity onboard.
• On offer is a salary of $3,500+ DOE along with 42 days leave an equal split of tips.
• Due to the vessel’s itinerary a B1B2 visa is prefered. 

Sous Chef – 70m+ Private Motor Yacht – Opportunity for Routine

Galley / Permanent

Posted By Jasmin Gosling

We have a 70m+ private dual-season motor yacht currently looking for a Sous Chef to join them ideally within the next few weeks. 

– Lovely boat with a nice opportunity for someone to have stability and routine due to the boat's itinerary. The vessel spends a lot of time in the US to be close to the owner so you will have a home port that will be your base for a big chunk of the year. 

– The galley runs with 2 chefs. You will be responsible for crew food and as much guest food assistance as the Head Chefs see suitable. The Head Chef has some wonderful longevity and has been with the boss for over 10 years! 

– With the vessel spending so much time in the US, it is important that you hold your B1B2 visa. 

– They are looking for an eager Chef to come in, who is keen to learn and grow! You could be newer to the world of yachting but must have some experience as well as a background in restaurants. 

– Start date will ideally be around the middle to end of September. 

– Salary is $6,000 per month. 

– 60 days of leave. 

Experienced Stewardess

Closing Date Thu 03 Oct 2024

Stew required for 60+m MY Charter yacht 

• Must have at least 1 year's experience across all interior departments on a busy charter/private vessel
• Dual season yacht 
• Fantastic Chief Stew on board and an excellent interior team
• Able to hit the ground running
• Extra skills an advantage
• Salary 2700 EUR excluding tips
• Great bonus scheme
• Leave 77 days p/year

Posted By Caroline Clarke

Closing Date Fri 27 Sep 2024

Experienced Stew required for a 40+m MY – winter babysitting 

• We are looking for a Stew with a years+ experience that is happy to work independently on board this 40+m yacht for sale 
• You will spend the first month or so working alongside another Stew and then you will be on your own
• Daily duties will include crew mess duties & areas, laundry as well as maintaining the interior is 'viewing ready'
• The yacht will be based in France/Italy and will be a Monday-Friday role 
• Alongside the usual daily duties you will be required to do some admin and packing up some items to go to the new yacht 
• This is a nice opportunity to be based in the Med, have a work/life balance and gain some new experience 
• Salary 4000-4500 EURO 
• 45 days leave 

House Manager

Private Residence / Permanent

Posted By Christina Still

Posted Date Mon 02 Sep 2024

Closing Date Mon 16 Sep 2024

Position: House Manager Location: Central London (Near Hyde Park) Salary: £45,000 per annum Accommodation: Live-in role, all bills included

About the role:.

We are seeking a reliable and responsible House Manager to take over from the retiring manager. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys ensuring the smooth operation and security of a high-end property in the heart of Central London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide security for the property when the owners are away
• Accept deliveries and manage incoming post
• Oversee the heating system and general upkeep of the property
• Ensure the property is well-maintained and secure at all times

Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience as a butler, concierge, or in a similar role is a plus, but not essential
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Ability to manage and secure a high-value property with minimal supervision
• A discreet and trustworthy individual with a strong sense of responsibility
• Live-in role with accommodation provided, all bills included
• A beautiful and prestigious location near Hyde Park

Housekeeper

Job title: housekeeper.

Location: Cotswolds (Near Burford) Salary: £35,000

Job Overview:

Are you passionate about maintaining luxury standards and have experience working in high-end environments? We are seeking a dedicated and meticulous Housekeeper to join a prestigious estate located in the picturesque Cotswolds, near Burford.

The Principals, who have previously chartered 50-60 metre sailing yachts, are looking to replicate the super yachting standards they value so highly. As part of a well-established housekeeping team, you’ll work under the guidance of the Head of Housekeeping (HOH), who will manage the team and rota.

• Ensure the general upkeep and pristine cleanliness of the estate.
• Work collaboratively with the housekeeping team to maintain high standards throughout the property.
• Use your knowledge of luxury materials to care for and clean surfaces with the appropriate products.
• Uphold the super yachting standard of service that our Principals would ideally like.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Previous experience working on larger estates or in high-end hotels.
• Luxury Material Knowledge: Familiarity with luxury materials and the correct cleaning products to use.
• Personal Qualities: Friendly, approachable, and personable, with a professional attitude.
• Team Player: Ability to work well within a team, supporting the HOH and colleagues.

Villa Co-Manager

Location: french polynesia, salary: up to $7,500 per month (tax-free).

Live-in accommodation (s eparate t o the estate)

Are you ready for an extraordinary career opportunity in one of the world’s most idyllic locations? We are seeking a dedicated Villa Co-Manager to join our team at an exclusive waterfront estate in French Polynesia. This stunning property features 10 self-contained bedrooms, a pool, tennis court, volleyball court, salon, spa, and much more!

About the Estate:

• Principal Use: The villa is used by the principal for relaxation three times a year, each visit lasting one month. The property is not used for parties.
• Rental: The estate is rented to private clients 3-4 times a year with bookings made well in advance.
• Developments: Currently, a theatre and recording studio are under construction.
• Staffing: Approximately 11 staff members when guests are in residence, including chefs, housekeepers, gardeners, an assistant manager, and an activities manager. The team reduces to 8 staff when the estate is not occupied.

Role Overview:

As a Villa Co-Manager, you will work alongside an experienced local Co-Manager who is enthusiastic about welcoming additional support. Your primary responsibility will be overseeing the estate’s day-to-day operations, including planned maintenance and contractor coordination.

• Estate Management: Ensure the smooth running of the estate, focusing on planned maintenance.
• Contractor Coordination: Work with existing contractors for services including generators, electrical systems, HVAC, air conditioning, AVIT, pool maintenance, salon upkeep, and kitchen management.
• Maintenance: Provide first-fix options when possible. No dedicated maintenance staff are employed.
• Communication: Handle daily calls and weekly emails with the Principal to report on estate conditions and address any issues.

Requirements:

• Technical Background: Proven experience in a technical role within a superyacht or private estate setting.
• Luxury Experience: Previous experience in a luxury environment.
• Languages: Fluent in both French and English.
• Location Preference: European or local candidates preferred; non-US due to employment restrictions.
• The role is not suitable for families due to accommodation set-up

This is a unique opportunity to live and work in a breath-taking location while managing a luxurious estate with top-tier amenities. If you have the required skills and experience, and are ready to embrace an exceptional career opportunity, we want to hear from you!

Technical Manager

Land-based Maritime / Permanent

Location: Palm Beach, FL

Salary: $80K-$90K (Gross) Position: Technical Manager

We are currently seeking an experienced Technical Manager to join our clients Yacht Management department in Palm Beach.

Job Purpose: The primary purpose of this role is to support yacht owners and crew in maintaining and operating managed yachts effectively. You will ensure that these yachts are kept in optimal condition, maintained in class, reliable, ready for use when required, and compliant with all applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities: As a Technical Manager, you will provide technical oversight, guidance, and support to yacht managers for a designated fleet of vessels. Your responsibilities will include:

• Technical management according to the provisions of the Yacht Management Agreement.
• Ensuring machinery and engineering systems comply with the Company’s Safety Management System and the ISM Code (where applicable).
• Reviewing monthly maintenance reports and following up as needed.
• Assessing defect reports and providing guidance for rectification, including Flag or Class notification requirements.
• Conducting periodic yacht visits, preparing technical inspection reports, and following up on identified issues.
• Developing a long-term (5-year) plan for major works on each yacht.
• Assisting with the initial assessment of potential insurance claims, including investigation and evaluation of damage.
• Supporting routine dry dockings and maintenance periods by:
• Maintaining professional knowledge through self-directed learning and continuing professional development (CPD).

Requirements for the role:

• Second Engineer, STCW III/2 (Unlimited).
• Chief Engineer, STCW III/2 (Y1).
• STCW Electro-Technical Officer Certificate of Competency.
• Seagoing experience as a Chief Engineer on large yachts or as First Engineer on cruise ships.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Ability to travel worldwide on short notice.
• Must reside within a maximum 1.5 hours commuting distance from Palm Beach

Lead Deckhand – 55m Private – World Cruising

• A 55m New-Build M/Y is looking for a Lead Deckhand to join them with an immediate start date.
• This is a great opportunity to join a World-Cruising vessel with an incredible off-the-beaten-track itinerary. The vessel has plans to head to the Pacific Ocean, cruising Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. 
• To be considered, you must have a minimum of two years industry experience on a similar-sized vessel with proven longevity, and your YMO as a minimum. Without a YMO, your application will not be successful.
• Any other additional skill such as Watersports Instructor, Carpenter or Videographer would also be hugely appealing, however not essential.
• The vessel has an active, fun and enthusiastic crew – the Captain is prioritising a happy crew culture onboard throughout all departments.
• Due to the vessel’s itinerary, you must have a B1B2 visa to be considered.
• There is a great package on offer of €3,500+ euros, along with 60 days leave and 2 return flights.

Sous Chef – 60m + Motor Yacht – Busy Charter Vessel

We have a 60m+ Private/Charter dual-season motor yacht currently looking for a Sous Chef to join them by the start of October. 

Lovely boat with nice longevity from the HODs onboard. Incredibly supportive captains who prioritise crew culture and wellbeing. 

The yacht operates a dual-season private/charter program and has prehistorically done very well with charters. There are equal split of charter tips for the crew. 

The galley runs with 2 chefs. You will be responsible for crew food and as much guest food assistance as the Head Chefs see suitable. 

There is a very strong crew culture onboard, with a close-knit team. There are 16 crew in total who are all fairly sport and active. They are looking for someone health focused, who is passionate about serving up nutritious, healthy food options for the crew. 

They are looking for an ambitious Chef to come in, who is eager to learn and grow! You could be slightly newer to the world of yachting but must have some experience as well as a background in restaurants. 

Start date will ideally be around the end of September/start of October. 

Salary is €4,500. 

90 days of leave on offer to be taken outside of the summer and winter season. Up to 3 return flights included per year.

Temporary 3rd Engineer – 60m+ – Two month contract

Engineer / Contract

We're working with a 60m+ yacht who are looking for a temporary 3rd engineer to join them.

• You must hold a minimum AEC2 qualification to be considered for the role.
• You must have prior yacht experience as either deck / engineer or 3rd engineer, a trade background is also beneficial. 
• They are looking for someone who is keen and willing to learn, enthusiastic and a team player. 
• Salary is €4500 with standard MLC leave package. 
• The start date is latest 20th September. 

Interior / Contract

• 70m expedition yacht 
• 10th Sep – 10th Oct (Atlantic Crossing)
• At least 6 months' experience on 40m+ vessel
• B1/B2 Essential
• Fantastic 90m private vessel with world-cruising itinerary
• Start date: End of September
• B1/B2 Visa essential
• 1-2 years experience on min 40-50m vessels
• Salary: $3750
• Leave: 60 days flexible on a 5:1 leave package

Nurse/ Stew

• Must be a registered Nurse/Paramedic with at least 1 year experience   
• Must be confident in working alone on medical issues
• Confident and experienced in making medical decisions and recommendations. 
• A&E/ER experience preferable.
• Continued professional development to ensure skills are maintained.
• Independently competent in 12 lead ECG interpretation.
• Good working understanding of minor injury and illness management.
• Ability to run a full cardiac arrest and to comfortably lead the arrest, the term would be ALS in the UK or a full code in the US. Chest compressions, defibrillation, advanced airway ventilation, IV/IO access, cardiac drugs and managing a ROSC.
• Confidence in potentially managing a critically unwell patient for a prolonged period of time at sea.
• Start date: End of October
• Salary: $5500
• Leave: 2:2 Rotation

Deckhand – 50m Private / Charter – Dual Season

Posted Date Fri 30 Aug 2024

Closing Date Fri 13 Sep 2024

• A 50m+ Private / Charter M/Y is looking for a Deckhand to join them at the beginning of October.
• This is a great opportunity to join a well-run, dual-season vessel with a great crew culture and an exciting itinerary!
• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a season’s experience on a similar sized vessel and have their PWC Instructor in hand.
•  The vessel is very watersports orientated, and therefore having some solid Watersports, Videography or Diving experience / qualifications would also hugely support your application.
• Due to the vessels itinerary, a B1B2 visa is preferred.
• The vessel offers an excellent package, with a salary above industry standard DOE along with 60 days leave plus tips. There are also additional bonuses and training allowances on offer to the crew.

Closing Date Sat 05 Oct 2024

Lead HK required for a lovely 90m MY

• We are looking for an experienced Lead HK to join this high profile private & charter MY
• Candidates will have ideally 3 years yachting experience and enjoy the HK side of things!
• You will work on a 4:2 and this role will see you as Lead housekeeper for 2 months, Head Housekeeper for 2 months then 2 months off
• World cruising yacht – heading to the Galapagos for a Christmas charter
• Busy yacht that has seen the summer busy with charters and the Boss likes to come in between too so you need to be prepared to be busy!
• Start September
• Salary 4500 EURO

Lead HK required for 70+m MY

• Private & light charter yacht is looking for their next Lead HK
• The ideal candidate will have 2 years yachting experience and a passion for all things HK
• This is a dual season yacht – Med/Caribbean
• Great crew on board that have a lot of fun
• Start date is ASAP
• Salary 4200 EURO
• Great training budget in place

Deckhand – 70m Private / Charter – Dual Season

•    A 70m Private / Charter is looking for an experienced Deckhand to join them by the 1st of October.

•    This is an excellent opportunity to join a new-build vessel with an exciting dual-season itinerary and fantastic HOD's.

•    The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 years’ experience on a vessel over 50m, having your YMO in hand would also be appealing but not essential.

•    Any other additional skills such as Videography / Drone Pilot or Carpentry would hugely support your application.

•    There is an excellent crew culture onboard along with a healthy budget for crew activities. The crew are all active and social with a fantastic dynamic throughout!

•    You must have your B1B2 visa in hand to be considered. 

•    A very generous package on offer with a salary of €3,400 alongside a 4:2 rotation and discretionary bonuses. 

Posted Date Wed 28 Aug 2024

Closing Date Wed 11 Sep 2024

• 80m+ private yacht with great owners and crew
• At least 1 year's experience as laundress
• Start date 1st October 
• Salary 3500 EUR
• Leave: 90 Days

Laundry Master

Closing Date Mon 06 Jan 2025

Laundry Master required for a 70+m MY 

• Amazing yacht 
• World cruising 
• 2:2 rotational role 
• January start 

Senior Yacht Manager

Posted By Phil Clark

I am looking for a senior Yacht Manager to take the lead of of the YM team, help train and develop them, and provide support/advice where needed. At the same time you will need to develop processes and procedures for the team, in order to assist them and help them to operate in a uniform way. I need a person who is both knowledgeable and experienced as a yacht manager but also has leadership and management skills and a very structured way of working. These skills are additional to the standard YM role.

Yacht Manager responsibilities will include:

• Being the primary, enthusiastic contact for Captains, Crew, and Client Offices, providing top-tier, engaging support.
• Managing a prestigious portfolio of yachts, coordinating across various departments to deliver beyond service expectations.
• Building and nurturing strong, vibrant relationships with key stakeholders, backed by your excellent communication skills and outgoing nature.
• Applying your extensive knowledge of the yachting industry to offer insightful guidance and advice, handling intricate situations with an affable, professional demeanor.
• Excelling in a lively, fast-paced environment, adeptly handling challenges with a positive attitude and identifying exciting business opportunities.
• Leading sustainability efforts with a passionate and engaging approach, promoting practices that support environmental and social responsibility.

About You: The Ideal Outgoing Candidate

• Exceptionally energetic and enthusiastic, committed to creating and maintaining positive client experiences.
• Outstanding in both written and verbal communication, skilled at establishing strong, warm interpersonal relationships.
• Naturally outgoing and sociable, with an entrepreneurial mindset and a keen eye for business opportunities.
• Thrives under pressure, embodying the spirited and dynamic nature of the maritime community.
• A creative and resourceful problem-solver, offering innovative solutions with a charismatic and approachable style.
• A team-oriented individual, bringing a lively, engaging presence to contribute to our company’s vibrant culture.
• Experience Requirements
• Solid client-facing experience within the maritime or superyacht industry.
• Senior-level expertise in maritime or superyacht operations, with a flair for engaging client interactions.
• Be an integral part of a prestigious company at the epicentre of the global yachting industry.
• Work in a team-oriented environment where your outgoing personality and passion for creating exceptional client experiences are highly valued.
• Engage in meaningful initiatives with a proactive, enthusiastic approach, making a significant impact on the environment and society.
• Enjoy a dynamic, fulfilling work culture that cherishes creativity, collaboration, and continuous professional and personal development.

Yacht Manager

Yacht Manager – Monaco – Be the first!

Fast Track your career with a leading name in the superyacht industry. My client, renowned for its exceptional services and illustrious position in the maritime world, is seeking their first Monaco-based Yacht Manager to enhance their market position.

•Be instrumental in our company’s growth, particularly in expanding our managed yacht fleet in the Mediterranean’s premier yachting hub.

•Work in an environment that values your combination of yachting intelligence and commercial acumen.

•Embrace a culture that prizes ambition & dedication through continuous professional and personal development.

•Demonstrate high energy and enthusiasm, with a commitment to delivering beyond client expectations.

•Showcase an entrepreneurial spirit, with a keen eye for identifying commercial opportunities.

•Capable of working effectively under pressure, including readiness for international travel.

•Innovative thinker, adept at providing creative solutions to complex challenges.

•A collaborative team player, eager to contribute to the company's growth and success.

Could you be part of this exciting expansion project in Monaco?

•Proven client-facing experience within the superyacht industry.

•Senior-level expertise in maritime or superyacht operations management.

•Work in an environment that values your combination of maritime leadership and managerial acumen.

Deckhand – 60m Private / Charter – Dual Season

• A 60m Private/Charter yacht is looking for a Deckhand to join them by the end of September.

• The vessel is both Med and Caribbean Cruising with both seasons being busy with a mixture of private and charter usage.

• This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-known charter yacht with a big presence in the charter market and a fantastic reputation within the industry.

• The vessel has an excellent crew culture, led by a solid and experienced senior team alongside a lovely owner.

• The ideal candidate will have at least 1 years’ experience on a vessel over 50m+ and have shown longevity in their previous position.

• You must have your Yacht Rating and B1B2 visa in hand to be considered

• On offer is a salary of €3,000 and a 5:1 rotation. There is also a discretionary 13th month bonus, along with an equal split of tips.

Spa Manager / Stewardess

Posted Date Tue 27 Aug 2024

Closing Date Tue 10 Sep 2024

• 80m+ private yacht
• Must have experience with Biologique Recherche products
• At least 1 year on yachts with masseuse, facial and nail experience
• Help in all departments of interior
• 2:2 rotation
• Salary 4000 – 5000 EUR DOE

Stew / Spa / Masseuse

• 65m+ private/heavy charter vessel with worldwide itinerary
• 2-3 week boss trip starting 1st Sep!
• Position could turn permanent for the right candidate
• At least 2 seasons' yacht experience
• Must be experienced in Massage, Mani, Pedi, Facials
• Salary 3500 EUR p/m
• 42 Days leave

Housekeeping Stew

• Heavily used 60m private vessel with worldwide cruising itinerary
• At least 1 year yacht-based laundry & housekeeping experience required on a 40m+
• Schengen Visa Essential
• 3000 EUR p/m and 3:1 rotation
• Start date 25th Sep

Chief Officer – 70m – World Cruising

Posted By Tom Rose

Closing Date Sun 10 Nov 2024

• 70m World Cruising Support vessel are looking for an experienced Chief officer to join them towards the end of October 24
• Incredible opportunity to join a well run vessel with excellent Captains and longstanding deck team
• Must hold CM 3000 along with B1/B2 Visa
• Support vessel experience preferred but not essential. Experience lifting and recovering of toys and tenders with large crane operation would be advantageous.
• Interesting and varied cruising itinerary with a solid amount of sea time accrued
• Open to both Male and Female candidates
• Package includes an above industry standard salary and time for time rotation – full details TBD during initial calls

3rd / Tender Engineer – 80m – World cruising

We're working with a 75m+ yacht who are looking for a 3rd / tender engineer to join their team. 

• Dual Season, private – worldwide itinerary and heavily used. 
• You will ideally hold an EOOW Unlimited ticket to be considered for this role. If you do not hold a ticket you  must  have 2+ years proven experience on yachts working with tenders and/or as an engineer. 
• Great owners who value their crew and organise activities on and off board. 
• You will be responsible for maintaining the onboard tenders and toys, whilst also assisting in the engine room as 3rd engineer. 
• €4500 salary + increase following successful completion of probation. 
• 4:2 rotation.  
• Start date is LATEST 28th September. Sooner would be better.

Service Stew

Posted Date Fri 23 Aug 2024

Closing Date Fri 06 Sep 2024

• 80m+ with great itinerary and owners!
• 80% Service 20% Housekeeping
• Looking for candidates with all round experience on yachts
• Schengen Visa essential
• Start date: Mid-Sep
• Salary: 3500 – 3750 Eur DOE

Sole Chef – 20m – Private/Charter – Michelin Experience

We are looking for a Sole Chef with a fine dining/Michelin background to join a 20m new build private/charter yacht. 

-This is a permanent role onboard, the vessel is single season with their busy periods being between October and August. It was launched towards the start of the year and is going into it’s first year of cruising. 

-You will be required to cook for both the crew of 3 as well as the guests who are massive foodies! When it comes to their preferences, they like fine dining so having a Michelin/high-end restaurant background would ideally be required. 

-The owners enjoy a variety of things when it comes to food, with the vessel also being a charter – we are looking for someone who has a broad cuisine knowledge. 

-Whilst your focus will mainly be on cooking, you may be required to lend a hand in other areas from time to time – for example, setting the table etc. This said, housekeeping and most service will mainly be done by the Deck/Stew. 

-The vessel will be cruising around St Vincent and Grenadines. The owners are really keen to push the charter side of things and already have bookings for this winter. 

-The salary on offer is depending on experience but is extremely competitive for this size of vessel. The owners want a top Chef and so they are happy to invest in their team!

– The leave will be 60 days.

-Brand new galley space that is open, with all new equipment and a healthy budget to get additional things if needed. 

-Ideally you will start in the next few months – they were looking at an October start date but they’re also happy to bring someone on sooner for the right candidate. 

-You must hold your B1B2 and Schengen visas in hand. 

Estate Manager

Posted Date Thu 22 Aug 2024

Closing Date Thu 05 Sep 2024

Position: Estate Manager Salary: €8,000 – €10,000 per month Location: Ghana (Live-in Role)

An exclusive opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estate Manager to oversee a newly built, high-end property in Ghana. This live-in position offers the chance to bring your expertise from the superyacht/Private Estate industry into a state-of-the-art family residence.

The family desires a home managed with the same precision and attention to detail found on a superyacht. As the Estate Manager, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a well-run, seamless operation in this modern, sleek home. The role does not require traditional formalities such as white gloves or bowing; instead, the focus is on efficiency and discretion.

Responsibilities:

• Team Building: Recruit and manage a team of housekeepers, chefs, and other staff, ideally with experience in superyachts or similar luxury environments.
• Property Management: Oversee all aspects of the estate, ensuring the property is maintained to the highest standards.
• Operational Excellence: Implement systems and procedures that reflect the sophistication and modernity of the home.
• Client Interaction: Serve as the primary point of contact for the family, ensuring their preferences and lifestyle needs are consistently met.

Perks and Benefits:

• Accommodation: Private, on-site accommodation provided.
• Transportation: Access to a personal vehicle.
• Travel: Flights paid for by the employer.
• Proven experience working with Ultra-High-Net-Worth Individuals (UHNWI).
• A strong background in managing large estates, private family residences, or superyachts.
• Exceptional organisational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and build a high-functioning team.
• Start date 19th Sep
• Open to Green candidates with cocktail/hospitality experience
• Schengen and B1/B2 Essential
• Bubbly personality with great sense of humour
• Fantastic dual season 100m+ MY with great crew culture!
• Salary $3500 – $3800 DOE
• 4:2 Rotation

Estate Manager – Location: South of France Salary: €8,000 – €10,000 per month

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Estate Manager for a luxury property in the South of France. This estate, which was once the primary residence of the owners, will now serve as their holiday retreat. The estate includes two villas—one for the family and one for guests.

• Oversee the maintenance and management of the estate.
• Manage a team that ranges from 7 staff members during the owners' absence to 12 when the family is in residence.
• Work closely with contractors, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standard.
• Develop training manuals for staff.
• Utilise your technical expertise to maintain and enhance the estate's operations.
• Private luxury estate management experience is essential.
• Fluent in French .
• A kind and approachable personality .
• Strong technical background.
• Live-In role; accommodation will be provided on the estate.

About the Principals: The principals are a wonderful family who are relocating to Dubai. The estate will be used as their holiday home.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional with the right background and personality to manage a prestigious property in one of the most beautiful locations in the world.

Posted By Sophie Wells

• Our client is looking for an experience Spa Stew to join this incredible, world cruising, 100m private MY
• This is a fantastic vessel, with a very exciting itinerary, currently in the US with plans to cruise Hawaii soon
• B1B2 visa is essential for this role! Please do not apply if you do not already have a B1B2 visa in hand. Unfortunately candidates without this will not be considered. 
• The right candidate must have previous yachting experience as well as be a qualified masseuse and beautician
• The role will consist of rotating in all areas of the interior, you must have had exposure to both housekeeping and service in the past, and also working in the vessels' spa providing guests with treatments.
• The treatments most requested on the vessel are various types of massage, facials, manicures and pedicures. 
• The owners are from the US and are incredibly generous and personable, they love to get to know the crew and promote a very healthy and happy working environment. Often the crew will get to join the guests on excursions like fishing, whale watching and hiking! 
• The crew often like to spend time together when they don't have guests on, the HOD's actively organise crew bonding activities including meals, beach days and hikes!
• Salary: 3800 – 4000 euro DOE
• Start date: ASAP

Housekeeper – Paris

We have a great new opportunity for an experienced Housekeeper to join this beautiful property overlooking the River Seine. You will be joining a small team of 2 other housekeepers in a property that is full of beautiful antiques. 

As a person, you will be quiet, calm, professional and respectful of the principals property. We are looking for someone who lives in Paris and is French speaking as this vacancy is a live-out position.

Position: Housekeeper Location: Paris Salary: £45,500 per annum Accommodation: Live-out position

Key Details/Skill

• Housekeeping to a high standard
• Knowledge of the correct products to use for certain valuables such as; antiques, silverware, antique furniture
• You would have worked in a historic building/5-star hotels before or with UHNWI's
• We are looking for someone who is drama-free 
• The role is predominately Monday-Friday but some weekends may be required
• Fluent French required

The property is a 10-bedroom historical property, and whilst it's not the principals main residence – you should treat it as it is.,

Note: Candidates will have the opportunity to meet the Principals as part of the recruitment process.

Chief Stewardess

Closing Date Wed 04 Sep 2024

Chief Stew required for an 80m MY 

• 80m+ Private/Charter MY
• Running an interior team of 7 
• Dual Season: Currently in the Med, couple of guest trips left then heading to the US
• At least 1 year on a 70m+ as Chief Stew
• Salary 7500 EUR, 60 days leave
• Start Date ASAP

Lead Deckhand – 75m Private – Dual Season

Posted Date Wed 21 Aug 2024

• A 75m Private M/Y is looking for a Lead Deckhand to join them within the next week.
• This is a great opportunity for someone career-minded, that is keen to step up and cover the Bosun during their leave.
• The ideal candidate would have a minimum of two years’ experience on a similar sized vessel and your YMO in hand. The vessel has multiple large tenders including a 45ft chase boat.
• They are looking for someone who can jump on and hit the ground running, whilst bringing a positive energy to the vessel!
• The vessel has an excellent crew culture, led by fantastic HODs who encourage a social and active crew culture.  
• Having your B1B2 visa in hand would be hugely advantageous.
• On offer is a package of $3,750 USD + DOE and 60 days leave.

Captain – 45m Dual Season – Full Time

Posted By Simon Ladbrooke

• We are looking for a captain to operate two motor yachts between 45-50m in length.
• One yacht is based in the Mediterranean, the other in the Caribbean and the captain will work between the two.
• There's a mixture of private use and charter. 
• You must hold an MCA Master 500 licence as minimum, and hold a valid B1/B2 visa.
• Cruising knowledge of the Mediterranean and Caribbean as captain is essential.
• A good salary is offered with 90 days annual leave.
• A strong senior deck team is in place to maintain each vessel in the captain's absence.
• This is a busy programme that will suit an energetic captain who is flexible, and happy to work in various locations.
• Start date is the 30th September.
• Please apply only via the Quay Crew website. 

Captain – 30m Dual Season – Charter

Posted Date Tue 20 Aug 2024

Closing Date Tue 03 Sep 2024

• We are looking for a captain to join this pristine busy dual season charter yacht.
• You must have proven charter experience and a thorough cruising knowledge of the Mediterranean and Caribbean.
• Experienced yacht owners who value their crew and reward them for good work and longevity.
• You must hold an MCA Master 500 license as a minimum with at least 2 years captaincy experience.
• You must hold a current B1/B2 visa.
• A generous salary is offered with a flexible leave package and full medical.
• This position will suit a captain with a can-do attitude who enjoys the fast pace of charter and enjoys entertaining guests.
• Start date is the 1st of October.
• Please apply via the website.

Posted Date Mon 19 Aug 2024

Closing Date Tue 01 Oct 2024

• Large Private Motor yacht are looking for a temporary Bosun to cover a leave period from 30th October until 29th January 2025

• Must have large yacht Bosun background and ideally experience with refit/yard works!

• Prestigious build with an amazing crew and fantastic owner

• Possible future work if you were a good fit with a strong potential for this to open some great doors!

• Accommodation ashore and food allowance provided along with full health care cover

• Experience with paint repairs/spraying would be advantageous and someone who can pass on knowledge whilst having excellent organisational skills

• On offer is industry standard salary and you will accrue leave days which will be paid out at end of contract – full details TBD during initial call with agent

Chief Officer – 45m

Posted Date Thu 15 Aug 2024

Closing Date Sun 06 Oct 2024

• 45m Private US/Bahamas based motor yacht are looking for a 1st officer to join them as soon as possible, ideally within the next 2 weeks!

• OOW 3000 required as a minimum along with solid experience running a small team and good navigational/watch keeping experience

• Fantastic owner who uses the yacht around 4 months of the year with his family where they run with a relaxed working environment – This is not a party boat!

• The boat is currently US based and will cruise between Florida, the Caribbean, and Bahamas for the foreseeable

• Working alongside an excellent captain on a well-established program along with amazing owners who appreciate and reward longevity and hard work

• The owners enjoy fishing and diving so an interest in these areas would be advantageous, and a good knowledge of watersports set ups

• The role will be split between bridge and deck assisting the captain with bridge duties but also with a presence on deck overseeing a deck team of 3. They run with a Bosun and 2 deckhands on deck

• On offer is a fantastic and very generous salary of circa 9000 USD, 90 days leave (non-rotational, to be taken as and when), return flights & extensive medical package/insurance

Posted Date Mon 12 Aug 2024

Closing Date Mon 28 Oct 2024

Chief Stew required for 90m MY 

• We are looking for a very experienced Chief Stew to join this 90m MY 
• This yard is undergoing a huge refit and so the successful candidate will have solid Chief Stew experience as well as either yard or build experience 
• The yacht offers a fantastic package with a 2:2 rotation as well as land based accommodation, crew car etc 
• Fantastic yacht & crew 
• Whilst your role as HOD is very important, we would like to find someone that has a passion for yachting and is fun to work with! This is an exciting project to be a part of 
• Start October – your first swing will see you work with the other Chief on board, a great opportunity to learnt the yacht as well as any other intricacies 
• The role will be predominantly office based and will see you starting over all admin, Stew bible, SOPs etc! 
• Salary DOE 8-9K USD
• 2:2 – Business flights

2nd Officer – World cruising – Rotational

Posted Date Thu 25 Jul 2024

• 70m Private World cruising yacht are looking for an experienced 2 nd officer holding CM unlimited to join them around the end of September
• This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting program with extensive crew longevity and with the potential to progress and move within the program over time
• The role itself will include both 2 nd officer and Chief officer duties, stepping up and stepping down during rotations
• The ideal candidate will have a solid yachting background but also hold their CM unlimited to allow them to step up and grow within the program
• The itinerary is very exciting with extensive cruising and off the beaten track destinations – full details TBD during initial calls
• Previous experience with ISM, ISPS, GMDSS essential along with good navigational and watch keeping experience
• Additional experience with Ice Navigation and large crane ops and operation of large tenders would be advantageous
• As mentioned, the role will include stepping up to Chief officer and stepping back down during rotations. There is also a strong potential to step up to Chief full time down the line allowing someone the opportunity to grow
• Interest and or Diving qualifications would be advantageous but not essential
• The yacht runs a very family orientated dynamic with lots of social events, character and personality is key!
• On offer is a salary of 8000-9000 USD DOE, time for time rotation (8 weeks on 8 weeks off) along with a very solid training budget and yearly salary increases and rewards based on performance – full details to be discussed during initial call with agent

Interior Manager

Posted Date Wed 24 Jul 2024

Closing Date Mon 23 Sep 2024

Senior Interior Manager required for 100+m MY 

• We are looking for a very experienced Chief Stew/Interior Manager to join this 100m+ yacht as the Senior Interior Manager. 
• Candidates will have experience on board 90+m yachts and be experienced in the Management side of things as opposed to being directly hands on with everything!
• Beautiful yacht with a super itinerary! World cruising! 
• Start date mid/end September 
• Lovely owners and good longevity to date, the yacht is only a couple of years old
• Private 
• Longevity on previous yachts is absolutely essential 
• Open to male or female candidates 
• Salary DOE – excellent package on offer for the right person 
• 10:10 rotation

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A Yacht Stew is an entry-level position for those looking to work as a part of the Interior crew team on board a yacht.

A Steward, or Stewardess, works as a vital member of the yacht’s interior department. Their main responsibility lies in providing high-end, luxury service to guests whilst maintaining the vessel’s interior to a clean and tidy state.

From this role, one can work up the ladder into more managerial interior positions, such as Chief Steward/ess , Head of Service , Head of Housekeeping or Purser .

What does a Steward/ess do? | Steward/ess Job Description

Most of the main day-to-day responsibilities of a yacht Steward/Stewardess include general housekeeping and serving duties. This includes vacuuming, dusting, polishing and detailing the guest interior area, laundry and ironing, preparation of cocktails and drinks, meal service duties, maintaining bar and drinks stock, flower care, table decorations, crew provisioning, and uniform stock and order. 

The day-to-day duties included in the yacht Steward/ess job description will also be determined by the size of the yacht, the type of yacht, the season, and the itinerary. For example, on large yachts the role will be more defined and fit within a bigger interior team, while on smaller yachts your role may be more hands-on, including galley or deck operations, or even driving the tender.

The responsibilities of a Steward/ess include:

Cleaning all areas of the interior of the yacht

Drink preparation and service

Laundry and ironing

Cabin preparation and detailing to a very high standard

Maintaining bar and drinks stock 

Flower arrangement

Turning down the guest cabins

Setting up for meal service

Executing meal service and cleaning up after the meals

Executing theme parties when needed

Soft and hard skills required to be a yacht Stew

The job of a yacht Steward/ess is often a very demanding one with a solid mix of repetitive tasks and face to face interactions with guests. For this reason, the role calls for people who are hardworking, energetic and a have a positive outlook. 

For people who are new to the industry it can often be surprising that some days you might spend the entire day ironing or cleaning cabins, so someone who is flexible, with a can-do attitude will be the best fit for this position. Stews will also engage with the yacht owners and guests more than other crew members so you will need to be friendly and confident, with good communication and interpersonal skills.

The skills of a successful yacht Steward/ess include:

Flexibility and ability to take direction

Keen eye for detail

Positive attitude

Understanding of various different service styles

Approachable and friendly manner

Barista and mixology skills

Wine knowledge

Cigar knowledge

Flower arranging skills 

Plant care knowledge

Teamwork and multitasking

Mandatory certificates needed to work on board a yacht 

All crew members regardless of position and seniority need to have a valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate, along with a recognised Seafarers medical certificate, the most popular being the ENG1 which is issued by an MCA (Maritime and Coastguard Agency) professional medic. 

Without these two certificates, it is not possible for crew to work on board a yacht and a Recruiter will not be able to assist you in finding work onboard a yacht. For more information about mandatory certificates please visit our Mandatory Certificates Guide .

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Yacht STEWARDESS Jobs

If you are looking for a career which will take you to some of the most beautiful and stunning locations in the world, then why not consider becoming a yacht steward or stewardess. An entry-level position, a yacht steward or stewardess is the excellent starting point for a fulfilling yacht career. What’s more, your salary may even be tax-free, depending on your nation of origin. A central part of the yacht’s interior crew, the primary job responsibilities includes ensuring the interior of the yacht is kept to highest of standard while offering premium guest service to the yacht owners and guests. Yacht steward and stewardess jobs are available on both privately owned yachts as well as charter yachts, which are rented out per day or week.

Yacht steward and stewardess jobs are widely seen as the entry-level route to a fulfilling career in yachting. From this role, one can work their up the ladder into more specialised management or interior positions, like head of interior, chief steward and head of service. Check out our entire yacht steward and stewardess job offering to start your new career today.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A yacht steward or stewardess daily tasks cover general housekeeping, service duties and serving. This includes doing laundry for the guests and crew, preparing and serving drinks, meal service duties, polishing tableware, interior decorations and maintaining the bar. The exact day-to-day job description of a steward or stewardess varies per yacht, type and size of the yacht, as well as the itinerary and season.

A common working schedule for yacht stewards and stewardesses when guests are not aboard is 8 am to 5 pm, with two days off per week. Hours tend to increase when guests or owners on onboard, as yachts run 24 hours a day. 

YACHT STEWARDESS SALARIES

The average salary on charter and private yachts for steward and stewardess jobs starts at €2,400 a month. More senior roles, such as chief steward and chief stewardess, can earn more than €8,000 a month. When working on charter yachts, stewards can also expect to make solid tips. Still, it is easier for junior or novice stewards to gain valuable experience working on private yachts first, as the work pace tends to be slower. 

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What Does a Yacht Stewardess Do?

Depending on the size of the yacht, there are between 1 and 5+ yacht stewardess. The duties and responsibilities as a yacht stewardess will vary with the size of the yacht and number of crew on the yacht. Your first job as a stewardess on a larger size yacht will consist of learning the basic duties of a stewardess. Crew Mess duties, detailing, cleaning windows, polishing is high on the agenda to keep the yacht in immaculate condition at all times.

Onboard a smaller yacht with a lower number of stewardess, responsibilities will increase to more hands-on duties such as; tender driving, anchoring, mooring procedures, assist within the galley or deck operations.

The workload varies depending on the yacht, season, itinerary, and whether you have guests onboard. The busiest times are usually pre-season, boat shows or guest arrivals and while guests are onboard. A yacht stewardess position on a superyacht requires energetic professionals and as you’ll constantly be on your feet. While guests are not on board its common to have a typical 8-5 schedule with weekends off if working fulltime, if there is a trip or event with guests, hours will be much longer, and work will be much more demanding.

What are the responsibilities of a Yacht Stewardess?

• Providing 5-star service to guests and ensuring guest satisfaction
• Providing excellent guest service, silver service and bartending skills when needed
• Maintaining laundry, housekeeping and wardrobe tasks for both guests and yacht crew
• Floral arrangements and decorations
• Excellent knowledge of fine dining, wines and cocktails
• Maintenance of guest-cabin care and detailed cleaning
• Assisting with inventory and restocking provisions
• Watchkeeping within the crew mess
• Stowage for sea
• Attention to detail
• To maintain a safe and secure environment

Yacht Stewardess Job Descriptions

In bigger superyachts, the purser serves in her own capacity as an administrative presence, employed to take care of recruitment and keep financial records. The cases where the purser is employed to act is mostly when the population of the members of the yacht crew is considerable. Otherwise, the office and its responsibilities are merged with that of the chief stewardess. The Purser is charged with keeping an eye on the book-keeping, workforce management, crew member accreditations and yacht crew member documentations, crew training, monitoring the inventory and making orders for necessities and requirements like foodstuff and wine stock, crew uniforms, required utensils and cleaning materials. They also manage the protocol duties and logistics of transporting guests between the yachts and scheduled locations as well as concluding contracts for deliveries.

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Skills required:  To be a purser, you must have garnered sufficient experience at least as a Chief Stewardess on smaller yachts. The administrative workload on this position demands a very meticulous level of management as well as a versatility in the skill of organization of paperwork for each division on the superyacht’s crew. Also, as the purser will be involved with the yacht owners and their guests a lot when planning for guest excursions and occasions. It is essential that the purser has strong communication skills and has efficient strategies and expertise for drafting in new yacht crew members as the requirement surfaces. 

Salary expectations:  There is considerable crossover between the duties of a Purser and a Chief Stewardess, but on larger yachts where both roles are filled, a Purser can expect to earn between  $6,000 to $12,000+ per month .

Chief Stewardess

This role is predominantly taken up by females, hence the feminization of the position. That is not to say that there are not many famous chief stewards in charge of management in the yachting industry. The interior department headed by the chief stewardess is established to provide hospitable service for the guests of the yacht owner and the owner himself. Also, the department takes up the duties related to creating and maintaining a snug interior on the yacht. These responsibilities are not limited to Crew and guest refectory handling, detailing, cleaning, preparing the cabin, floral decoration and arrangement, burnishing, laundry and more. The Chief stewardess in charge of the management of the interior department by planning and assigning tasks to be performed by all stewardesses. In smaller yachts, the chief stewardess reports directly to the captain and is also responsible for extra duties like the logistics and planning of guest-transporting between the yachts, crew training and scheduled locations or events. They are also in charge of currency conversion for new locations.

Skills required:  Attention to detail and exquisite taste is extremely desirable in chief stewardesses. The necessary skills will naturally develop after some time spent in service as a stewardess, and the ability to execute the role of a stewardess is measured by comparisons to first-class ratings; anything below a five-star rating for any service is deemed unsatisfactory. Experienced chief stewardesses are remarkably prudent, and they can divine in addition to excellently satisfying the wants and needs of the yacht owners and their guests aboard the yacht at all times.

Salary expectations:  Depending on experience and the size of the vessel, the current salary range for a Chief Stewardess is between  $4,500 to $9,000+ per month .

A Yacht Stewardess functions under the supervision of the chief stewardess and are tasked with making sure that the yacht interior is maintained at pristine condition while offering the best grade of hospitable service. Their responsibilities range from services like dishing food and serving drinks, filling out as baristas to domestic duties like setting the tables, preparing the cabin or doing the laundry. They are also charged with housekeeping duties which might be relegated to an entire department, which is overseen by a housekeeping head in much larger yachts. There could also be some different departments for each of the other duties like cleaning. Position Requirements: In short, while being animated and enthusiastic will earn you praises, it is more important to the perfection of the service that you able to work extremely hard with a smile on your face and pride in your ability. Also, having prior experience in delivering silver service, being a decent cocktail maker or barista will make your application a smoother process. More importantly, to be hired as a stewardess to work in a superyacht, you must have received some specific education and accreditation that qualifies you for the job. Some of the required certifications include:

Skills required:  As with an entry-level deckhand position, success in this role comes down to being prepared to work hard and keep a smile on your face. Previous experience of providing silver service or having skills as a barista or cocktail maker can boost your potential to secure a job, but the most important quality to possess remains a positive attitude and a sense of pride in achieving the highest standards in your work.

Salary expectations:  An entry-level stewardess can expect to earn between  $2,700 to $3,200 per month . On larger yachts, the stepping-stone position of the second stewardess can provide greater responsibility by sharing some of the chief stewardess’ duties and earnings increase to an average of between  $3,300 to $5,500 per month .

Yacht Stewardess Training and Qualifications:

Essential Certificates You Must Hold Before You Can Get a Stewardess Job on a Yacht are:

1. STCW Basic Training

2. ENG 1 (Seafarers Medical Certificate)

3. Passport and visas, if applicable

What does the STCW (95 + 10) Basic Safety Training course include?

• Personal Survival Techniques (STCW A-VI/1-1)
• Fire Fighting and Fire Prevention (STCW A-VI/1-2)
• Elementary First Aid (STCW A-VI/1-3)
• Personal Safety and Social Responsibility (STCW A-VI/1-4)
• Proficiency in Security Awareness (STCW A-VI/6-1)

How To Become a Yacht Stewardess With No Experience?

There is no need to question if it can be done, people get entry-level jobs as stewardesses on superyacht more often than you think. The thing they will agree on is that getting the job as a stewardess is as much about having the right certifications and skills to pull off your duties efficiently, as being able to maintain an enthusiastic outlook as you carry out your tasks.

You can start with a day job as a member of a small crew on a yacht or superyacht, depending on which you can get first. Although the work you will be assigned to might look mundane, the attitude you bring forward when working is what will set you apart for a more permanent role in the nearest future. That is not to say the right attitude is all you need if you really want to get this job; you have to consider mastering some skills like your bartending skills or your proficiency in providing silver service before considering an application.

Stewardesses are mostly tasked with either Crew and guest refectory handling, detailing, clean up, preparing the cabin, floral decoration and arrangement, burnishing, or laundry. Getting experience enough to bring your service level towards perfection is essential. A few courses or practices you can indulge in to gain experience or certification include:

Some courses/past experiences which will help you stand out from the other yacht stewardess and crucial to landing a yacht stewardess job are, but not limited to:

• Basically, anything hospitality/service related: hotel, cruise ships, cleaning, bars and restaurants
• Any spa/beauty experience: masseuse, personal training, yoga, manicure, pedicure, hair and make-up.
• Table service (e.g. silver service, napkin folding, etc)
• Childcare/Teaching: Nanny, Baby-sitting experience or teaching kids.
• Food Safety and Hygiene or cooking experience
• Floral Arrangements
• Bartending: sommelier, cocktail, mixologist, service experience
• Anything boat related: sailing, boat driving, diving, fishing, wakeboarding, kite surfing etc.

Starting a Career as a Yacht Stewardess

One thing many experienced crew members agree on that has surprised them about their yachting careers, is the sheer number of questions. You first ask yourself some questions before you begin your yachting career. You go ahead to find answers to more questions when you gain enough interest, and then you spend the rest of your life answering questions from your family members and friends every time you open your mouth to explain that you work on a vessel of luxury like a yacht. Or you reveal the experiences you’ve enjoyed and endured on your travels. Of course, you can expect the questions to be even more suffocating when a certain set of people get to know that you work aboard a ‘super-’ yacht. Ultimately, you should always be prepared for when they all ask, googly-eyed, for how to get in on the action. Can you blame them?

It is no hidden secret that yachts are synonymous with luxury nowadays. Coupled with its nature as a luxurious means of travel, the experience for the yacht crew is matched perfectly by the financial rewards sponsored by ultra-wealthy owners, the yachting industry gives people that lift into the world of the rich and powerful while offering work conditions that are a few inches short of heavenly. With the open and beautiful seas as your office, you start getting the gist of why getting to start a career in this glitzy occupation is extremely intimidating for most people.

Indeed, as a long-term career, breaking into the ranks can admittedly be a tough nut to crack. There are predictably many requirements, most of which are not on the work advert. Fortunately, a career as a yacht crew member always fulfils its promise to be worthwhile, with a lucrative, secure and perfect opportunity waiting for those who can successfully claim this profession choice. While getting a job aboard a superyacht is the lure, achieving your dreams depends on the amount of knowledge you have acquired on how to begin your journey, what type of jobs are available as a stewardess on the yacht and which of these job types fits your individual, in terms of your disposition, talent or aptitudes and capacity.

That is the sole purpose behind this little knowledge reservoir on starting a career as a stewardess on a superyacht. This way, you get a definitive idea on what will be required of you to stand a chance, as well as what you can do to improve your chances of getting a job as an attendant aboard a superyacht. All you should do now is to inject as much eagerness and resolve into your quest as you can muster, and the job will not be far from your grasp.

What differentiates a yacht and a cruise ship from a superyacht?

Simply put, a superyacht is a massive yacht, usually over 75 feet in length, driven either by motor or sail. Superyachts are predominantly owned by private investors, and they usually require that the superyachts are staffed by specialized crews. The yachts are mostly put to work for their owners, but often available to others via crewed charters. This means that while cruise ships are built to treat a large population of people, that could number in thousands or hundreds, superyachts are designed to offer a more intense experience to a remarkably less number of people, typically at most 12 people.

Over the years, yachts of different sizes have tread the seas in the yachting industry, from the average superyachts to magnificent giga-yachts that have lengths up to 320 feet. The building cost for each of these yachts exceeds hundreds of millions of dollars. Perhaps more astonishingly, the running costs for the maintenance and other necessities can be estimated to approach a tenth of the original building cost! Every year! It goes without saying that owning a superyacht is exclusive to the extremely wealthy and even to charter the vessel is a glory that those of the same status can enjoy.

With this much money spent on them by their owners, superyachts are always beautiful creatures. They are built with the most impressive methods, best materials and very grand designs. Superyachts are also stocked with enough variety, luxury and extravagance that sincerely borders on indulgence. However, the true value of these superyachts to these elites of society is not just in their beauty. Instead, they serve as a representation of their standing in society, and that is why they spend a heartbreaking sum regularly to keep the yachts up-to-date with recent technological advancements and inventions. It is for this reason that many documentaries have been made to give others an insight into the glamorous life of these top-of-the-food-chain individuals, through their yachts. More important for you to note is that there are more than 9,000 superyachts currently travelling the seas per recorded sales data, with a continually observed increase. This means more job opportunities for crew member positions.

What else do I need to do?

• Always present yourself in a professional manner
• Prepare a  Superyacht CV
• Dress well and yacht appropriate
• Maintaining a respectful, friendly attitude during courses and interviews can make a big impression on potential employers and valuable network contacts

Do you have an immaculate room or are you a little OCD when it comes to cleaning, organizing and cleanliness? Well if not it won’t be long before you are a neat freak. Yacht Stews and Interior crew are masters of all. Imagine labeling every single item in your cupboards or detailing a toaster (that’s right you probably never even heard of the term “detailing” before. It basically means clean something that an average person will think is already clean. It’s not a bad thing, in fact, it’s a skill that will pay off in both your personal and professional life.   If you have what it takes to be a yacht stewardess, stay open-minded, show your eagerness to learn and let your personality shine!

How Much Does a Yacht Stewardess Earn?

At entry-level, a Junior Yacht Stewardess could expect to earn between  $2,700 and $3,200 per month.  An experienced yacht stewardess could earn upwards of $4,000 per month depending on the size of the vessel and previous deckhand experience, training and certification. These numbers are based on an average, all yachts are different and sometimes pay more or less depending.

8 Steps to Getting a Stewardess Job:

Step 1:  Research – Understanding the position and requirements Step 2:   STCW Basic Training Step 3:   ENG1 Step 4:   Training and Qualifications Step 5:  Register with a SuperYacht Crew Agency Step 6:  Upload a quality CV Step 7:  Network Step 8:   Dock Walking  – Day Work

In a quick summary, getting a job as a stewardess on a yacht can be a challenge, however, if you have read this far, the first step of the search for a stewardess job is already complete.

The next step will be to book a Stewardess Course, and you are in the right place! We offer elite preparation and training to students who want to excel within the Superyacht industry and become fully certified. If you have any questions or are interested in our Superyacht Stewardess Career Course, get in touch with us by clicking here .

Article was written by Superyacht Crew Agency

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Stewardess on a superyacht -10 steps to find your first job.

• July 13, 2021

How to become a Yacht Stewardess ?

Step 1 – Get Qualified Step 2 – Get the right skills and training Step 3 – Get the perfect Yachting CV Step 4 – Location – Plan your journey with your mentor Step 5 – Daywork and experience

Step 6 – Get the right Yachtie Network and Contacts

Step 7 – Get a Strong Superyacht Reference Step 8 – Start applying for our Superyacht jobs Step 9 – Ace your job interviews with your coach Step 10 – Get a job, bank account and sign contract Claim your Yachtie Careers Deckhand and Stewardess offer

Step 1 – Get Qualified as a Stewardess

Despite what you will hear…. To start working on a Superyacht there are only 3 Basic Documents required to make you qualified, and in order to start as a Stewardess you need:

• Passport (Valid 12 months)
• Basic Safety STCW Training
• Medical Certificate (Valid 6 months at least)

Step 2 – Get the right skills and stewardess training

To get an edge over other crew, some yachts require additional certificates to be held by a minimum amount of crew on board. This is called safe manning certification . If you are a Stewardess starting you should consider these:

• Food and Hygiene Level 2
• Crowd and Crisis Management

This is included in Yachtiecareers Stewardess Superyacht Course

Step 3 – Get the perfect Yachting CV

You will need to write a perfect Superyacht Stewardess CV. The sections of your CV should include:

• Contact Information
• Personal Information
• Skills and Qualifications
• Certificates
• Education & Languages

With Yachtiecareers we write the CV for you , in order to make you avoid make the mistakes of other crew and give you an edge over the competition to get your first job.

• We make sure your strengths are highlighted
• We work with graphic designers to make the lay-out appeal to Captains and recruiters
• We write it so that the overall message is selling your persona
• We structure the information correctly.
• We use industry expert writers for sentencing, paragraphing to make your CV stand out
• Most importantly you get a personal CV and can avoid using a CV-template looking like the other 20 CVs in the pile.

Step 4 – Location – Plan your journey with your Personal guide

Are you in Europe or in the US ?  Depending on your location, you can use our guides and knowledge to maximise your chances to get daywork in each city.

The best places to start Yachting, in order to succeed are the following:

• Fort Lauderdale
• US West Coast

To become a Yacht Stewardess those are location hubs for Superyachts, offering you most chances to secure a job, furthermore it will connect you with people in the Yachting Industry, in addition to the Yachtiecareers network.

• Antibes, France
• Barcelona, Spain
• Palme de Mallorca, Spain
• Split, Croatia
• Genoa, Italy

That is the top-list , recommended to find daywork with no experience by Yachtiecareers, moreover it will enable you to travel and see some of the most beautiful places in Europe.

Step 5 – Daywork and experience

The best way to find daywork is to speak with your Yachtiecareers Instructor and network in the location you are currently in. You need to be flexible and ready to work and step in at short notice.

When I was starting Yachting , I spent one day day working in Portofino in Italy , the next one in Monaco and 2 days later I was in Cannes in France.

Towards the end of the week I was doing a crossing on a 50m yacht from Antibes, France to Venice, Italy. 

You need to be flexible and ready to work and step in at short notice, in order to get the right opportunities.

• Network in your Location
• Use Yachtiecareers Partner Daywork App to find daywork with one click
• Let your Instructor find daywork for you
• Have your phone ready at all times
• Have your CV and business cards ready 
• Use your crew house contacts
• Join relevant Facebook groups (this is not always a good idea)

We can assist you finding daywork, just text your Instructor on WhatsApp.

Step 7 – Get a Strong Superyacht Reference

Just like any other profession, network is everything. When you complete our training we are confident in your abilities and are happy to provide you with a reference.

If I am looking for a Stewardess on board and I get a recommendation from a friend or someone I know, because I will choose your CV over 10 other CVs with stronger experience. That is just reality.

So build references and network using YachtieCareers, your Instructors, people you meet in Yachting hubs and ask during your Daywork.

Step 8 – Start applying for our Superyacht jobs

The way to find Superyacht jobs as a Stewardess with no experience can be hard. By all means you can register, on regular crew agencies, crew databases and apply for jobs daily.

However you will be competing with thousands of other crew, the chances that I will even read your CV are very slim.  And if I do get your CV it will be in a pile with 20 other CVs. At this point it is very important your CV has the perfect lay-out and structure.

At Yachtiecareers  we have created a Superyacht recruitment platform where we focus only on junior crew.   In addition to that the yachts we work with only contact us with junior crew requests and with the help of your personal Instructor you can get connected to people in the industry making it easier to land that first job. 

Other ways is to network and daywork. Do nor apply for hundreds (100) of online jobs without having the perfect CV and experience, it will just be a waste of time, moreover you should spend your time more wisely.

Step 9 – Ace your job interviews with your coach

At this point, you are very close to securing your first job, since you have completed the right training and used our step by step guide to secure your first job interview, because the CV they have received has displayed your key strengths.

Before the interview, your Chief Stewardess Instructor will prepare you for the questions you might face before starting, remember that 90% of the questions will be about your CV, so know your own CV inside out before the interview to explain your past experiences.

As long as you appear willing to start the job, humble and showing a happy attitude it will get you on board if you follow the interview guide from your Instructor, as result you will secure your first Superyacht job.

Step 10 – Get a stewardess job, bank account and sign your contract

Great, because you followed our guide it has led to you securing your first Superyacht  Stewardess job.

Now the fun starts. It is time to pack, to sign your contract and to get a Bank account. 

We will go through your contract with you, moreover we will make sure it is either MLC compliant or giving you the basic rights as yacht crew. If you have got the interview by using the Yachtiecareers network, the Yacht will be compliant.

• We help you with your Bank Account, to get the right currency and setting it up online
• Make sure to bring your Medical Certificate, Passport and STCW certificates originals.
• Get your flight tickets
• Sign the contract
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Steps to Get a Job as a Yacht Steward/Stewardess:

• Understand the role of a Steward/Stewardess onboard a yacht
• Complete Steward/Stewardess training courses
• Obtain an ENG1 or ENG1 Equivalent Medical Certificate
• Select the correct time to travel and look for work
• Obtain visas & documentation
• Create a superyacht CV
• Apply for jobs
• Gain additional/transferable skills
• Keep up to date with the latest Steward/Stewardess jobs
• Mentally prepare yourself

1.Understand the Role & Duties of a Yacht Steward/Stewardess

The structure of the interior department varies depending on the size of the yacht. The duties of a steward or stewardess change accordingly.

Small yachts require diverse interior staff who can help with service, laundry, food preparations and at times help on with deck operations. Large yachts have a more segmented approach with roles focused on specific areas of service or housekeeping.

It is advisable to understand what the position entails so that you have realistic expectations of the job at hand.

2.Yacht Steward/Stewardess Training Courses

All superyacht crew need to hold both mandatory and department specific qualifications. All interior crew need to hold an STCW Basic Training Certification , including Proficiency in Security Awareness or Proficiency in Designated Security Duties , a Food and Hygiene Level 2 Certificate as well as other courses depending on your desired role and vessel type.

Although training courses are not cheap, it is important to invest in yourself and your employability. At the end of the day, it comes down to your budget and career goals.

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3.Complete The Essential Requirements For All Crew

Now that you have a good understanding of what being a stewardess is about and you have completed the necessary training, it is time to take action. All crew need to hold an ENG1 medical certificate which will certify you as fit to work at sea. Visas are required in order to travel to super yachting locations to attend interviews. You need to register with crew agents and ensure that you are applying for jobs wherever possible. Building a positive reputation together with a strong network of individuals involved in the industry is key.

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4. Gain Additional Steward/Stewardess Skills:

In addition to the above mentioned steps, there are many other transferrable skills that will benefit your chances of being employed as a successful stew. These include, but are not limited to the following:

• Table Service or Silver Service
• Bartending/Cocktail Mixing
• Flower Arranging
• Table Setting
• Boat Driving Experience
• Childcare & Teaching

5. Apply For Steward/Stewardess Jobs

In order to find the right job as a Steward/Stewardess, it is essential to stay up to date with the latest yacht and superyacht positions.

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In order to become a successful yacht steward or stewardess you should be an energetic, enthusiastic and presentable individual who possesses a strong work ethic with a passion for hospitality.

Becoming a stew onboard the superyachts is not for the faint hearted as the job requires a lot of hard work. With hard work comes great benefits such as travelling the world, days off in spectacular destinations, a thriving social life, great holidays and good pay.

If you have any questions, it is best to speak to a superyacht Steward/Stewardess training expert.

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UB medical residents begin 4-day strike after employer doesn't respond to union proposal

Mark sommer.

• Sep 3, 2024

UB medical residents prepared Monday evening for a possible strike.

University at Buffalo medical residents began a four-day strike at midnight after the Union of American Physicians and Dentists was informed Monday evening by University Resident Medical Services, representing UB and area hospitals, that it wouldn't respond to the union's proposal until Sept. 9.

"It is so unfortunate, and so arrogant and disrespectful that the shell company can't get together to provide us with a fair contract after more than a year of bargaining," said lead union negotiator Rob Boreanaz, who considers University Resident Medical Services a "shell company" because it has no employees or office space. 

It remains to be seen how many in the bargaining unit of 829 physicians-in-training pushing for better salaries, health care and working conditions will not report to work at UB-affiliated hospitals and clinics. The union had a 93% strike authorization vote, showing widespread support.

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A statement from University Resident Medical Services blamed the union for the impasse.

"Despite UMRS' best efforts to reach agreement – including providing the union with a salary proposal that is virtually the same as the union's proposal – the union has decided to move forward with the strike," the statement said.

"This disappointing news from the union comes after a Sept. 1 bargaining session in which the union made a last-minute demand, little more than 24 hours prior to the strike, for an additional $15 million in salary increases over three years. It is pretty apparent that, by doing this, the union is not interested in settling this contract negotiation any time soon." 

Larry Ross, URMS' lead negotiator, declined to speak with The News. Union organizer Cary Lane said the added salary amount was "a creative solution" to compensate for benefits the union is seeking and which URMS said some hospitals are unable to provide.

"They are using our desire to work with them against us," Lane said.

The URMS statement also said the union proposal fails to "fully consider the tremendous value of the educational and training benefits provided to the residents," and "is not fiscally responsible for UMRS or the hospital training sites."

"While we are disappointed with the union's recent actions that prevented an agreement to avert a strike, UMRS will continue to bargain in good faith with the hope that an agreement will soon be reached," the statement said.

Boreanaz said he was notified at 7 p.m. Monday that there wouldn't be a response to the union's offer, that was presented Sunday night during a long bargaining session. 

"Given the recent series of disrespectful reactions to our efforts at bargaining, I am sensing the residents are very upset, and they understand their legal rights," Boreanaz said. "These are very sharp and intelligent people who are driven and their resolve is strong."

Boreanaz expressed frustration with UB and area hospitals for not taking a bigger role in negotiations.

"Nobody from UB has ever set foot in the bargaining room, or the affiliate hospitals – Kaleida, Catholic, Roswell, ECMC – despite repeated attempts to accommodate confidentiality demands," Boreanaz said. "They're hiding and they should all be ashamed. The community needs to hold everyone responsible for this colossal failure."

Boreanaz expected the hospitals to go down to essential services and cancel elective surgeries, "one of the more profitable billing opportunities for hospitals," he said.

The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences said in a statement that it was "disappointed an agreement wasn't reached," but is "encouraged that UMRS has offered a salary on par with their peers at upstate hospitals."

"As negotiations continue, we remain committed to supporting residents and providing them with the outstanding educational opportunities, training and experiences they need to become highly skilled physicians within the health care community." 

Armin Tadayyon, a fourth-year anesthesiology resident, shows his sign as residents make picket signs on Monday in preparation for a possible strike.

Earlier in the day, Dr. Stuart Bussey, the union's president, expressed measured optimism. 

"The ice is breaking," Bussey said. "If they are smart they will avoid four days of embarrassment.

“We’ll see if they respect the residents and want to give them what others in the state have – better pay and better benefits,” Bussey said. 

Looming UB resident doctor strike could 'cause operational headaches' for Buffalo hospitals, clinics

If an 11th-hour deal can be brokered, it may come during a scheduled bargaining session Sunday. Otherwise, a four-day strike will start Tuesday.

One of the sticking points was the introduction of a health plan with a higher premium and higher deductible without informing residents in advance. UB residents pay more for their health care coverage – and are paid less and receive fewer benefits overall, including meal and training stipends – than residents at the University of Rochester, Albany Medical College, the University of Pittsburgh and other SUNY upstate schools, the union said.

Cut-outs of Kaleida Health CEO Don Boyd, University at Buffalo President Satish Tripathi and University Resident Medical Services lead attorney Larry Ross, sit in the corner at University at Buffalo residents make picket signs on Monday, Sept. 2, 2024. 

Another change the residents are seeking is a uniform policy for residency extensions that provide certainty and fairness.

“It’s all about power, right, especially in academic bureaucracies,” Bussey said. “They don’t want to give up their power over these residents, but residents make the hospitals run and generate a lot of income.”

Lauren Lucente, a fourth-year psychiatry resident, makes a picket sign on Monday, Sept. 2, 2024. 

The last strike by residents in New York State occurred in May 2023, when more than 160 residents walked out of Elmhurst Hospital Center in Queens for two days before their union, the Committee of Interns and Residents, reached an agreement that included an 18% pay increase and a meal stipend. It was the first strike by doctors in New York City in 33 years.

This is only the fourth strike the Union of American Physicians and Dentists, which represents 7,000 bargaining units, has authorized in 52 years.

"Anytime you call a strike, it's a last resort," Boreanaz said. "Always the goal is to avoid strikes and reach collective agreements, but you can't do that without a willing bargaining partner, and over the course of the last year with hospitals and UB hiding behind the shell company, we really haven't had a good-faith bargaining process."

Impacted hospitals and clinics include Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, Erie County Medical Center, Sisters of Charity Hospital, Buffalo Psychiatric Center, Mercy Hospital of Buffalo, Olean General Hospital, Buffalo General Hospital, Gates Vascular Institute and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Others affected are John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital of Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Jericho Road Community Health Center and University at Buffalo Neurosurgery Clinic.

Mark Sommer covers culture, preservation, the waterfront, transportation, nonprofits and more. He's a former arts editor at The News. 

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Swimmer who calls himself The Shark trying again to cross Lake Michigan

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• Sep 3, 2024

Jim Dreyer heads out into Lake Michigan in Grand Haven, Mich., on Aug. 6 in his last attempt to swim to Wisconsin.  

GRAND HAVEN, Mich. — An ultra swimmer is trying again to cross Lake Michigan, from Michigan to Wisconsin, just a few weeks after  trouble with a GPS device forced him to give up  after 60 miles.

Jim Dreyer set out after 6 p.m. Monday in Grand Haven. He said the journey to Milwaukee would cover at least 80 miles in the water and last 72 hours or more without sleep.

Dreyer, 61, will also be towing a small inflatable boat with supplies.

“Sorry for the last-minute notice, but chaos is often part of this open water swimming game,” he  said on Facebook  while also posting “Here I Go Again,” a 1987 power ballad video by Whitesnake.

His progress can be  tracked online.

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Dreyer, who calls himself The Shark, crossed Lake Michigan in 1998, starting in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, and finishing in Ludington, Michigan. But three attempts to do it again have been unsuccessful since 2023.

His last effort began on Aug. 6. The next day, he paused to get fresh AA batteries to keep a GPS device working. But during the process, Dreyer said he somehow lost the bag in the lake.

He had only a compass and nature to help him try to keep moving west. But Dreyer ended up swimming north instead, burning precious time and adding more miles as risky weather approached. A support crew pulled him out of Lake Michigan on Aug. 8.

“What a blow!” Dreyer said.

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