Summary
A fantastic opportunity for an adventurous Chef / Deck/ Stew to join an international sailing family on a recently purchased Crosera 75, a 23m ‘navetta’ style motor yacht designed for long distance cruising and extended stays on board.
The active Owners are seeking a seasonal Chef / Deck / Stew who will accompany them and their guests on their summer adventures around the Mediterranean from their base in Tuscany, Italy.
CONTRACT TERM
June 2025 – October 2025
CONTRACT
MLC complaint seafarers employment contract. Seasonal.
SALARY PACKAGE
2.000 EUR plus monthly food allowance
ABOUT THE YACHT
M/Y ‘Terry’ is a Crosera 75 built in 2014 in the historic shipyard, Cantiere Nautico Francesco Crosera in Venice, Italy. She has been set up for autonomy and long distance cruising in comfort.
She can accommodate 8 guests and 2 crew. The crew are located at the Stern of the vessel with separate access to the accommodation through a door to the side decks. The crew accommodation is very spacious for a 23m motor yacht, with it’s own bathroom, TV and even a small kitchen.
The fantastic galley can also be accessed from the side decks through a separate side door for discreet movement around the vessel.
She is powered by two FPT 800 hp engines for cruising between 8 and 12 knots. Two Kholer generators provide more than adequate power for the vessels systems. Other machinery includes, bow and stern thrusters, gyro stabiliser, yacht controller , watermaker and air con and heating throughout.
OWNER PROFILE AND CRUISING STYLE
The Owners of ‘Terry’ are an international couple with two sons, currently 12 and 2. The family has lots of experience sailing the Mediterranean from their base in Tuscany, Italy, having previously owned a 16m motor yacht which they sailed extensively over 4 years without any crew assistance.
The Owners sail primarily from June through to September, with shorter weekend excursions taking place outside of this window when the weather and children’s schedules permit.
The new crew member will join the Captain in the running of the yacht, however when the owners are on board they will be very active in the running of the vessel. The family will enjoy water sports, excursions with the tender and wonderful fresh local cuisine as they cruise all over the Mediterranean. Each summer will be a new adventure, discovering new European Coastlines and Islands.
CREW REQUIREMENTS
Chef / Deck / Stew
· Confident and happy with this all round sailor role. Duties will include, watch keeping, cleaning interior and exterior, docking and lines assistance, provisioning and cooking.
· Previous experience in a similar role is key.
· STCW
· ENG1
· Level 2 Hygiene
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Cook/Deck/Stew is in charge of keeping the vessel in tip top condition. Listed below are all the expected duties of the crew.
OPERATIONAL DUTIES:
· Assistance in sailing and navigation with the understanding that the owners will want to be involved with all aspects of running their own boat while on board
· Ensure the yacht is maintained in first class condition inside and out with continual upkeep and cleaning
· Responsible for preparation for going to sea
· Assisting in maintenance projects, sanding, varnishing, painting etc.
· Be flexible to work in whatever locations the Yacht’s programme dictates
· Be responsible for cooking and dishwashing for owners, guests and crew
· Ensure that the galley and storage facilities of food and beverages on board are maintained in all respects, in first class condition.
· Ensure adequate provisioning and stock keeping of the Yacht
· Ensure the welfare and comfort of all persons, guests and crew, on board
· Ensure security and limited access to the Yacht at all times
· Be responsible for the cleaning of the Yacht’s linen and towels
· Occasionally assist with watching and entertaining the children
· Continued learning of yacht maintenance, operations and systems; line handling, tender driving, navigation, safety, water sports