Superyacht Interior Course

UKSA’s 5-week Superyacht Stewardess & Steward Course is a unique programme for those wanting to work in the interior team on a superyacht. The course will equip you with all the expertise required to work onboard these prestigious vessels to deliver the ultimate standard of service. You will be trained in our unique superyacht training centre including a fully equipped cabin/dining room, alongside the superyacht galley and laundry room, giving you a comprehensive superyacht simulation experience.

Delivered by UKSA’s experienced superyacht instructor team and the British Butler Institute, the course has been developed to align with the reputable IAMI GUEST Programme.

The course is all-inclusive with no hidden extras. Course fees include all training, food and accommodation, examination, logbook, certification and internet access for the full duration of the course. Our careers student benefit from 1:1mentoring, access to our careers network, realistic careers advice and help with CVs. Training is delivered by top hospitality maritime specialists who will prepare you with the skills needed to excel in the superyacht industry.

Course Structure

Training Course overview

• Introduction to the interior department and the role of an interior crew member

• 5 Golden Pillars of service excellence

• Yacht concierge professional excellence including

• setting a formal and informal table

• in cabin dining service essentials

• meet, greet and departures essentials

• deportment essentials and practical posture detail

• delivering silver service and fileting

• Personal presentation, professional etiquette and protocol

• Basic professional housekeeping and attention to detail

• Table management, placement and settings

• Styles of service, order and steps of service

• Introduction to food and beverage service on board a yacht

• Flower arranging and presentation

• Service practical including cocktail and canape preparation

• Basic professional laundry procedures and laundry duties

• Health and safety onboard

• Appreciation of crew dynamics and life onboard

• Understanding of the high standards required

• UKSA superyacht uniform provided (branded polo shirts)

• Discounted rate for one year’s membership of Nautilus International

• One day Knots and Yachts course

• Two day deck training

• Five days Basic Sail training

Useful Information

Superyacht Stewardess & Steward Training Course requirements

• Interior crew are typically required to work long hours and must be physically fit and able

• You must be energetic and enthusiastic with an ability to work to a high standard in all tasks

• Some previous experience in hospitality is a great bonus, but not at all necessary

• Aligned experience in beauty, food and beverages, catering, wine and art appreciation, massage, sports and training, these extra skills will also be useful in your career progression.

• You must have an ENG1 seafarer medical fitness certificate to work at sea.

Funding:

As a charity, UKSA often have funding opportunities available for many of our students and can help with assisted funding towards the Superyacht Cadetship programme.