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Hill Robinson

Executive/Head Chef in Italy

Start date : 16th June 2026

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Position Galley > Executive/Head Chef

Vessel/Shorebased Type 50m (164ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Private

Flag State Non-US Flagged Vessel

Position Type Rotational (2:2)

Yachting Experience 1 - 2 years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 3rd Mar 2026

Job ID #3917068

Summary

Head Chef – Private 50m M/Y

We are seeking an experienced and confident Head Chef to join a well-run private motor yacht based in Italy. The ideal candidate will be culinary trained, organised, and capable of running the galley to a high standard while leading and mentoring a small galley team.

Start date: June

Itinerary: Italy

Package: Salary paid in Euros, within industry standards, 10 weeks on / 10 weeks off rotation

Experience / Skills required:

• Previous experience as Head Chef on yachts of similar size

• Culinary trained, with strong fundamentals and high presentation standards

• Proven ability to deliver high-quality cuisine for a private program

• Experience managing menus, provisioning, budgets, and galley operations

• Leadership skills to manage and guide a 2nd Chef

• Calm, professional, and organised approach under pressure

Qualifications required:

• STCW (fully updated)

• Seafarer’s Medical Certificate

• Seaman’s Discharge Book (preferred)

Please read the full job description carefully and ensure you meet all the criteria before applying. If you meet the client’s requirements, a recruitment consultant will contact you via email or phone.

Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • Schengen/ Visa-Free Exemption (or EU Resident)

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
  • Drivers License
Culinary Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • Professional Culinary Degree/ Master's (1 - 2 years+)
Food & Hygiene Qualifications
  • Food Hygiene (HABC Level 2)
  • Ship's Cook Certificate

Location

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  • Homeport Italy
  • Destination Mediterranean Sea
  • Current Location Italy

About Hill Robinson

Avenida Gabriel Roca 26, Palma [ view on map ]

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