Summary
Crew Chef / Stewardess – 45m Sailing Yacht Support Vessel
???? Location: Cruising South Sicily
????️ Start Date: 6th August 2025
????️ End Date: 26th August 2025
⏳ Employment Type: Temporary
Job Overview
We are seeking a positive, warm, and detail-oriented Crew Chef/Stew for a two-stage temporary position supporting a 45m private sailing yacht and its catamaran support vessel.
Stage 1: 6th – 13th August
- Relief Crew Chef for delivery from Portugal to Sicily
Stage 2: 13th – 26th August
- Crew Chef / Stew (and a bit of Deck!) - Based aboard the catamaran.
We will have a total of 20 guests, over the two vessels between the 14th and 24th August. A maximum of 8 will be sleeping on the catamaran. All guest meals will be provided on the main yacht.
You will be based on the support vessel where you will be cooking for the total of 9 crew.
Where/when necessary, you may be required to help with service on the large yacht, help the catamaran Skipper with manoeuvres and provide a very basic service for the guests sleeping on the support vessel. This role suits an all-rounder with a hands-on attitude, and the ability to adapt and contribute wherever needed, to work in a family environment where kindness, teamwork, and professionalism are highly valued
Key Responsibilities
- Crew Cooking – Full responsibility for crew meals and provisioning (shopping included)
- Light Housekeeping – Simple cleaning and cabin care on the catamaran
- Breakfast - Basic breakfast and coffees may be required for the guests on the catamaran
- Service Support – Assisting the service team on the main vessel when possible
- Flexibility – Helping with guest breakfast and manoeuvres on the catamaran
Requirements
- STCW Basic Training (valid and up to date)
- Hospitality experience (land-based or yachting)
- Strong team player with calm, caring energy
- Detail-oriented and proactive
- Comfortable in a family-style environment
- Prior yachting or sailing experience preferred
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Positive, professional and supportive crew culture
- Scenic cruising itinerary along the Sicilian coast
- Own cabin (though somewhat small on the catamaran!)
- Opportunities for time on deck and hands-on sailing
How to Apply
Please apply via Yotspot, and include a brief cover letter explaining why you would like to join this team.
We look forward to hearing from you!