Summary
We are looking for an experienced Head of Housekeeping to join our 85m private yacht, currently cruising the Mediterranean for the Summer 2025 season, with plans to head to either the Indian Ocean or Caribbean afterwards.
Position Overview
As Head of Housekeeping, you will help lead a strong interior team, taking charge of guest cabins, crew areas, uniform management, and all day-to-day housekeeping operations. You’ll also be responsible for creating and overseeing cleaning schedules, maintaining high standards across all areas, and ensuring a smooth workflow during guest and crew periods.
Start Date: 23rd July 2025 - This allows for a thorough handover with the current Head of Housekeeping.
Rotation: 3:1 (Strictly adhered to)
Location: Mediterranean (Summer 2025) → Indian Ocean/Caribbean (Winter itinerary TBC)
✅ Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the housekeeping team across guest and crew areas
- Oversee daily housekeeping operations and routines
- Maintain impeccable guest accommodation standards
- Manage interior inventory and uniform organization
- Manage wardrobe care and presentation, including detailed handling of owners’ and guests’ clothing, packing/unpacking
- Coordinate with the Chief Stewardess and other HODs to ensure seamless collaboration
- Provide ongoing training and support for junior interior team members
✅ Ideal Candidate:
- Prior experience in a similar role on vessels 70m+
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- High attention to detail with a strong work ethic
- Ability to mentor and motivate a team
- Positive, calm, and professional demeanor under pressure
- Proficient with Sortly
As mentioned at the outset, we are specifically seeking candidates with proven experience on yachts 70m and above - this is not an entry-level position. Please consider the requirements carefully and only apply if your experience aligns, to respect both your time and ours.