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The Crew Network

Executive/Head Chef

Start date : 20th August 2025

7,500 EUR(€)

per month

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Position Executive/Head Chef

Vessel/Shorebased Type 70m (230ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Number of Crew 17

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Professional Chef Experience 5+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 29th Jul 2025

Job ID #2904184

Summary

Job ID: 1611566

Position: Head Chef

Yacht: 70m Private/Charter MY

Location: Med 

Start date: mid-Aug- Permanent position

Itinerary: Mediterranean 

Requirement: Medical Fitness Certificate. STCW. Ship's Cook Certificate.

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Head Chef for a 70m private/charter MY. The vessel is primarily used for private trips, with light charter activity. The final charter of the 2025 summer season will conclude before the new Head Chef joins.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience and strong longevity on yachts of a similar size. The Owner is specifically looking for someone with expertise in Asian, Fusion, Mediterranean, and International cuisine, capable of maintaining the highest culinary standards. The Owner prefers to eat a variety of canapes throughout the day rather than the standard 3 meals.

The ideal candidate must be a team player with excellent leadership and organizational skills, as they will be fully responsible for all food provisioning for both the Owner and the crew. You will be supported by a very good and cooperative Sous Chef who knows the yacht, the crew, and the Owner's preferences well.

Crew: 17. 

Galley: Head Chef + Sous Chef

Fluent English. Mixed nationality crew. 

A non-smoker is preferred. Tattoos are acceptable, though ideally not too large.

Other: Male only due to cabins arrangement

Salary range: €7500/8500 DOE

Leave days: 90 days per year

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • Schengen (or EU Resident)

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
Food & Hygiene Qualifications
  • Ship's Cook Certificate

Location

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  • Destination Mediterranean Sea

About The Crew Network

Via Michele Coppino 435, Viareggio (55049), Italy [ view on map ]

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