Summary

We are looking for a talented Sole Chef for a newly built 27m motor yacht. The

vessel will be mostly for private use with a bit of charter. This is a seasonal position

from the start of June until end of September starting in Turkey and cruising

through Greece and Croatia. Ideally candidates would have previous experience

with provisioning in these areas.

You will be responsible for planning and executing menus for various meals for up

to 10 guests and 3 crew (4 when in charter). You must be able to prepare and cook

a wide range of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, and desserts, emphasizing

taste, presentation, and efficient use of space and equipment. Exceptional

Mediterranean and Asian cuisine knowledge will be required for catering to the

owners. English speaking is mandatory and other languages would also be

beneficial.

Duties include cleaning the galley including all the cooking utensils, pots and pans,

as well as menu planning, provisioning, maintaining food safety and hygiene

standards, administration, grocery shopping between trips, inventory and making

sure all food is of high quality, presented well and served on time.

This position requires strong communication skills, extensive food/nutrition

knowledge and creative plate presentation. You must also have a flexible, can-do

attitude to adapt to what is available. Typically, the successful candidate will have at

least two years working aboard a vessel of similar size. Your culinary repertoire will

ideally be varied and include special dietary needs. Also, a willingness to help the

Deck Stew out with indoor duties including serving and tidying common areas

would be a bonus.

Schengen visa or citizenship is also required.

Open to couples as the vessel is also looking for a seasonal Deck Stew.

The hiring process is often based on the quality of your sample menus and food

photos along with the customary career history vetting and verifiable references.

Kindly forward your resume and references from previous employers. We will get in

touch once all references have been verified and we select our short list for

interview.