Summary
Position: CHIEF STEWARD/ESS - US FLAG
In cover letter: please mention your location, availability and salary request.
PRIVATE with 4-5 week trips. US / Bahamas
There will be an upcoming trip during Christmas week.
Yacht: Motor 40m Private
Job ID: 1637558
Start date: ASAP
Itinerary: Florida, Bahamas, TBA
Licence Required: NONE - Chief stewardess experience on similar sized or 2nd on larger.
Requirements:
- STCW + Refresher
- ENG1 or current fit for duty marine medical (valid for min. 6 months) - physically fit
- Passport (valid min. 1 year) - US or green card/US work permit - able to leave US waters
- Strong leadership skills, Good communicator
- Strong organizational skills
- Solid References
- Food safety/hygiene
- Strong experience with Service, Housekeeping, Laundry
- Mentor to 2nd Stewardess
- Easy going personality. Relaxed and calm.
US work permit/Citizen.
Background check and drug testing may apply.
Responsibilities: Chief Steward/ess duties. Hands on interior, good communicator, great leadership skills.
Job Specifics: CHIEF Steward/ess - well organized, able to be a leader, great verifiable references, easy going and energetic personality.
The owner enjoys their time on board. 4-5 week trips generally with a few weeks off in between. Home base is FTL when the yacht is not cruising the Bahamas. There will be a good balance of work and time off. The captain is very fair about this.
It will suit a person that understands yachts are meant to be used. Someone that can stay busy and be happy working 4-5 weeks straight and then have down time after the owner leaves. It can be long days, however, adequate rest times will be essential. The CS can organize this with the 2nd stew so they are a well oiled team. The owner is a respectful and nice person. The captain is a professional and has great longevity. He understands the needs of both the owner and the crew. Happy, respectful and hard working crew are what makes a team work.
Salary range: Within yachting salary guidelines depending on experience. USD with taxes withheld on a W2.
Package: 401k, health insurance, paid time off and 13th month bonus. All to be finalized during the hiring process.
Commercially registered yacht: NO, Under 500 GT - US flag
