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Cook/Crew Chef in Seychelles

Crew Chef (Temporary)

Start date : 15th March 2026

5,500 EUR(€)

per month

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Position Galley > Cook/Crew Chef

Vessel/Shorebased Type 78m (256ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Number of Crew 20

Position Type Temporary

Yachting Experience 1 - 2 years

Professional Hospital Experience 1 - 2 years

Professional Chef Experience 1 - 2 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 10th Feb 2026

Job ID #3891747

Summary

We are looking for a capable, self-sufficient temporary Crew Chef to cover approximately half of a crossing and shipyard period on an 80-metre yacht. You will be cooking independently for around 20 crew.

Male due to cabin arrangements.

Dates: approximately 15th March to 15th May.

From May onwards, the role will transition into working alongside the Head Chef, providing support and ad-hoc assistance as required.

This position suits an experienced yacht crew chef who is confident running the galley solo during rotations. You must be comfortable planning and producing consistent, balanced, nutritious crew meals, staying on top of daily service, hygiene, and cleaning schedules, and maintaining galley standards in the absence of the Head Chef and Sous Chef.

Previous experience cooking for crew on yachts of a similar size is essential. You need to be organised, reliable, and able to work without supervision while keeping standards high.

Salary: €5k-6k dependent on experience.

Requirements (mandatory):

  • Full and valid STCW
  • Ship’s Cook Certificate
  • ENG1
  • PDSD
  • Food Hygiene Level 2
  • Valid Seaman’s Discharge Book

Only candidates who hold all above valid tickets will be considered.

Languages

English / Fluent

Essential Qualifications

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

Location

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  • Homeport Italy
  • Destination Worldwide/TBC
  • Current Location Seychelles