Superyacht Interior Course

Everything you need to work in a yacht galley. Includes STCW

• Certification: MCA
• Recognition: Worldwide
• STCW Compliance: –
• Suitable For: Professional restaurant and hotel chefs
• Experience Level: No yachting experience required
• Duration: 8 Days
• Certificate Validity: 5 years

Why This Course Matters

This package is legally required for galley crew, including STCW and Food Hygiene Level 2 certifications—mandatory for anyone working professionally at sea. PDSD training qualifies you to work on ISPS-compliant vessels, often needed for senior chef roles on charter or >500GT yachts. The included powerboat licence allows independent handling of provisioning runs, a key responsibility for many yacht chefs. With these skills, you become a trusted, versatile crew member valued by captains and recruiters.

Course Structure

Galley Safety & Food Hygiene Compliance

Understand best practices for food handling, storage, cross-contamination prevention, and maintaining galley hygiene under maritime regulations.

Maritime Safety & Emergency Procedures

Complete the full STCW safety training covering survival, fire prevention, first aid, and security awareness—essential for all professional yacht crew.

Security Duties as a Senior Crew Member (PDSD)

Train to perform designated security duties under the ISPS Code, a must-have for senior roles like chefs on vessels over 500GT or charter yachts with commercial status.

Tender Operation for Provisioning Runs

Earn your IYT Powerboat & RIB Master license to independently manage provisioning trips, tender logistics, and crew support tasks—common responsibilities for yacht chefs.

Useful Information

What’s Included

• STCW 2010 Basic Training
• Food Hygiene Level 2
• IYT Powerboat & RIB Master
• VHF Radio License
• Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)

Additional Inclusions

• Comprehensive course materials
• Professional-grade safety and survival equipment for all STCW practical sessions
• Shower facilities and fresh towels provided
• Coffee station and light snacks available daily
• Free rescheduling up to 7 days before course start

Accommodation (available at additional cost)

• Shared and private rooms
• Includes breakfast
• Swimming pool
• Self-service laundry
• Full board meals available

Prerequisites

• Minimum age: 16 years old
• Language Requirement: A good level of spoken and written English is required, as all training and assessments are conducted in English