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Captain

Executive/Head Chef in Spain

120 days leave

Start date : 14th March 2026

TBC EUR(€)

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Position Galley > Executive/Head Chef

Vessel/Shorebased Type 55m (180ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Yacht Built 2020

Number of Crew 13

Position Type Rotational (TBC)

Yachting Experience 2 - 5 years

Professional Hospital Experience 1 - 2 years

Professional Chef Experience 5+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 2nd Feb 2026

Job ID #3881628

Summary

Permanent Head Chef - 120days leave, this is not a set 4:2 rotation as leave will be outside of the season.

Start Date: Approx. 1 April 2026, with a trial in March.

We are a busy 55m charter yacht with a wide range of high-profile clientele, so confidence and the ability to consistently maintain exceptional standards are essential. The role requires versatility, high-end cuisine as well as relaxed, family-style meals when the owners are onboard.

The owners are lovely, approachable, and a pleasure to work for. They have five children, so a genuine enjoyment of family cooking and the ability to occasionally host cooking classes or interactive culinary experiences with the kids is imperative.

We are open to candidates who are stepping up, provided they have extensive experience on fast-paced yachts and the confidence to perform at a high level in both charter and private settings.

Itinerary: Busy Med charter season, multiple charters already booked. Caribbean winter.

Cabin: Shared

Salary: TBC based on experience.

SCC, B1/B2 (preferred), Food Hygeine Level 2 (3 preferred)

Languages

English / Fluent

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
  • Drivers License
Culinary Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • Culinary Certificate(s)
Food & Hygiene Qualifications
  • Food Hygiene (HABC Level 2)
  • Ship's Cook Certificate

Location

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  • Homeport Barcelona
  • Destination Mediterranean Sea
  • Current Location Spain

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