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All positions are current march '22, second engineer, 55+m s/y pacifi, start july '22.

We are looking for a second Engineer to start in July on a 55+m Sailing Yacht. this is an awesome opportunity for someone who wants to step up to chief engineer. the yacht will be cruising the Pacif Islands and will spend some time in NZ over summer before continuining their trip towards Atlantic. The yacht is involved in a racing program

the candidate should have either a tertiary education in electrical or mechanical engineering, or an apprenticeship in Marine Engineering with a Trade Qualification - ideally this should be supported with at least a couple of years industry experience working on 35m + yachts.  A love of sailing and an appretiation of yachts in general would be advantageous.  A bigger new build is in progress so the opportunity to further growth is a possibility.

Please apply asap if you think this is you

Yacht: private/racing

Expected Salary:

Joining: July

Available Positions: 1

Qualifications: MEOL

  a must:           STCW and ENG-1 

Required Skills : ​

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Y3 Engineer, 55m S/Y, Med + Rotation, immediately

We are looking for a Y3 Engineer to start asap on a 55m Sailing Yacht. The yacht is currently sailing the Atlantic on their way to the MED. It is planning an around the world trip.

Awesome opportunity:

After the crossing the position is  a 10 weeks rotational position with another engineer. Ideal for someone with sailing experience.

Yacht: private

Expected Salary: 7,500 Euros +13th month pay

Joining: Now

Available Positions: 4

Qualifications: Y3

Y3 Engineer, 48m M/Y, Thailand/Pacific, immediately

We are looking for a Y3 Engineer to start asap on a 48m Motor Yacht. The yacht is currently located in Thailand but is planning to cruise the Pacific. Candidate should have his Y3 and will be having a junior engineer to help them.

Expected Salary: 

  a must:   STCW and ENG-1 

Sole Stewardess 40m S/Y Caribbean-Pacific / start  immediately

I am looking to fill a sole stew position on a 40m Sailing Yacht currently in the Caribbean. They are planning to travel towards the Pacific, Islands and then NZ

Please apply with your CV or for more info contact me at [email protected]

Yacht: commercial

Expected Salary: Euros 4,000

Joining: ASAP

Qualifications: STCW, ENG

Chief Stew, 48m S/Y / NZ/ start immediately

We are looking for a chief stew to join a 48m Sailing Yacht currently cruising in NZ. This is a lovely Yacht, with an awesome crew, captain and owners. They will be cruising NZ and then the Pacific Islands in the coming year. Candidate must be looking for longevity, have the experience to run the interior with a second stewardess and some sailing experience. Candidate can be from anywhere in the world as borders are opening up, yey. 

Please email for more info or apply with your CV at [email protected]

Expected Salary: depends on experience

Joining: in 3-4 weeks

Available Positions: 2

Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, 

Deck/Engineer, 40m S/Y / Caribbean-Pacific /start  immediately

We are looking for a Deck/Engineer with min 3 years experience to join a 40m Sailing Yacht currently in the Caribbean. This is a lovely Yacht, with an awesome crew, captain and owners. They will be cruising  the Pacific Islands in the coming year towards NZ. Candidate must be looking for longevity, have min experience of three years and should be a strong sailor. Candidate can be from anywhere in the world. 

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The latest yacht stewardess and steward jobs on super yachts around the world:.

Refine your search to find junior stew , housekeeping stew , service stew , laundry stew & chief steward/stewardess specific vacancies or view all superyacht steward(ess) jobs below.

The latest yacht stewardess & steward jobs on superyachts around the world:

Refine your search to find junior stew , housekeeping , service , laundry & chief   steward/stewardess specific vacancies or view all superyacht steward(ess) jobs below.

Temporary 2nd Stew/Masseuse

50m MY Privately owned Currently in SOF Looking for Temporary 2nd Stew Masseuse skills would be a big plus. Immediate start till October.

Point of contact [email protected]

45m MY Private and Busy Charter Dual season Looking for a 2nd Stew. Permanent position. International crew 38 days leave Salary DOE+Yearly increase+ Bonus +Tips+ Course allowance Start date 8th September MUST have 2-3y of yachting experience and a B1B2

Chief Stewardess 50m + Private Motor Yacht

Wilsonhalligan arelooking for a Chief Stewardess to join an 50m+ Private/Charter Motor Yacht The ideal candidate will have had 1-2 years in the Chief Stewardess role on a 40m+ This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great vessel, that has exciting plans ahead, due to the program of the vessel a B1/B2 is preferred. Requirements: STCW ENG1 Food & Hygiene Level II B1/B2 Visa preferred Package: Salary: 6000 euros Package: 3:1 rotation Start: ASAP

Service Stewardess 100m+ sail yacht

Wilsonhalligan arelooking for a Service Stewardess to join an 100m+ Private Sailing Yacht. The ideal candidate will be confident and passionate about service and have at least 1 and a half yearsyachting experience within a service role. This is an opportunity to join a lovely vessel with great crew with a worldwide program. Requirements: STCW ENG1 Food & Hygiene Level II Package: Salary: DOE Package: 3:1 rotation Start: August

HK / Laundry Person Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan have a Laundry Person position available based in Oxfordshire. Our client is looking for someone with high attention to details, takes initiative and have at least 3 years of experience in Laundry ideally onboard Superyachts and working for high end clients. Please note: As this is a shared accommodation and due to sleeping arrangement, only female candidates will be considered. Location: Oxfordshire, UK Salary: 30k PA Start: ASAP Days: 5 days a week (through weekends) Accommodation: Live-in The ideal candidate will hold the right to work/live in the UK. Please send CV to [email protected] if you think this is for you.

43m Private Single Season Very international crew 3rd stew position 2800Eur

43m Private Single Season Based in Italy for winter Very international crew 2nd stew position 4500Eur

Captain/Engineer and Stew/Cook team

We are seeking a personable, professional, Captain/Engineer and Stew/Cook team for a private, FF, 62ft Power Cat. Vessel is looking for a personable, hands-on team that have a proven work history together with excellent references. The owners are exceptional and Mr. loves to fly fish. A Captain that has an interest in this or experience with would be perfect, but it is not mandatory. The owners enjoy cruising to different/remote locations and are open to any place that may offer good fly fishing. Typically, it is only the owner with a friend to fish with or with his wife who enjoys beachcombing and snorkeling.

Captain~ Must be hands on and have solid experience with Engineering. Fly fishing experience would be a bonus. Ability to trouble shoot and fix things when the vessel is in remote locations. Organization is important to the owner as is completing monthly expense reports/logs.

Stew/Cook~ Happy, upbeat personality. Experience working on deck, tender experience would be a bonus. Confident with keeping the interior maintained and in pristine condition. Mr. enjoys simple dishes (more meat and potatoes), while Mrs. likes trying new things and likes lighter fare.

Requirements~ B1/B2 visa or US Passport 100T USCG or Yacht Master, STCW, Seafarers medical certificate, engineering ticket would also be helpful.

Start date- September 25th Salary- DOE- $12,500- 14,000 pm for the couple, 30 days annual leave, 1 R/T flight, medical benefits.

Point of contact is [email protected]

Stew/Cook- Non liveaboard- North Miami based

Seeking an experienced, polished Sole Stewardess/Cook for a 28m M/Y. Vessel is based out of North Miami and does day trips- cocktail cruises and occasional long weekends or trips to the keys. Must be willing and able to assist with lines/fenders/calling distances with docking/exterior assistance Vessel stays in North Miami and is a non liveaboardposition.

Family used vessel for the most part with occasional business/client entertaining. Owners are lovely and very respectful.

~ Must be good with younger children (owners have 4 grandchildren). ~ Light cooking is required ~ Strong eye for detail and the ability to keep the vessel in guest ready condition at all times. ~ Bartending skills and wine service. ~ Ability to assist with lines/fenders and help Captain with washdowns

B1/B2 visa or US Citizen (preferred). STCW, ENG1 Nonsmokers only, minimal visible tattoos that are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Start~ As soon as possible Salary~ $5000-5500+pm DOE

Chief Stewardess for 45 meter private/charter yacht

45 meter private/charter yacht is looking for an experienced charter Chief Stewardess The yacht is currently in the Med and will cross to the Caribbean after the summer season. Starting salary is $7,000, 38 days leave and medical insurance. Must have B1/B2 in hand. Point of contact is [email protected]

Experienced Deckhand- Team only with 2nd Stewardess

*Team only with a Second Stewardess*

Seeking a fit, experienced Deckhand for a private 50m M/Y. Ideal candidate will be confident in all areas of the Deck maintenance and procedures, watersports and toys, diving and tender driving. Attention to detail is very important.

Excellent Captain and owners. Caribbean, Bahamas/New England 2025 itinerary.

B1/B2 visa, Schengen visa (if applicable) STCW, ENG, PBLII, Yacht master would be ideal but not mandatory.

True nonsmoker/vaper, no large visible tattoos please. Normal eaters only please. Salary- 3700-DOE Salary review after 90 days Start date- Early October

Standard MLC contract, Full medical, 38 days leave per year

Second Stewardess- team only with Deckhand

* Team only with an experienced Deckhand*

Seeking a well presented, experienced 2nd Stewardess (2 years exp.) for a private 50m M/Y. Ideal candidate will be confident in all areas of the interior to include service, table dcor, housekeeping/laundry, cocktail/wine knowledge.

Team of 3 girls in the interior. Excellent Captain and owners. Caribbean. Bahamas winter/New England summer 2025

B1/B2 visa, Schengen visa (if applicable) true nonsmoker/vaper, no large visible tattoos please. Normal eaters only please.

Salary- $4250-with salary review after 90 days Start date- Early October Standard MLC contract, Full medical, 38 days leave per year

Deck/Stew – 38m Private new build M/Y

Seeking an experienced Deck/Stew for a dynamic new build 38m Private M/Y

Female due to cabin arrangements Minimum one season experience - charter experience a bonus to ensure incoming candidate is well versed in the pace and attention to detail required To join in South FL in September; B1B2 in hand Itinerary: Bahamas / South FL / NE US / Carib / Short Med season (potentially) 60% Interior / 40% Exterior during trips Off trips its more of an even split Tight knit crew who get on well. Looking for a personable, well presented and bubbly candidate. Sporty and fit, as there are frequent guest excursions and the crew as a whole are all active. Someone excited about the industry and keen to learn from experienced crew and make the most of the experience. Fantastic Captain and crew on board. UHNW Owners are exceptional. Theyll move up in size over the course of the next year or so, and are a dream to work for. Quality of life for crew and overall management of the program is seamless and highly desired. Very experienced Chief Stew. Captain also mentors and values crew who are keen to learn and develop. Starting salary $4500/month Increase following probationary period, additional incentives and details to be discussed during the interview process. Visibile tattoos permitted provited they are non offensive. Program and owners are next level and this is an amazing long term opportunity for the right candidate. Point of contact: Sarah Parr Additional confirmations of interest may be emailed directly to [email protected] Potential candidates will be registered online at www.njcrew.com, with profile and supporting documents up to date.

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Experienced Chief Stewardess 32 meter Private/Charter M/Y

Seeking an experienced Chief Stewardess for a private program that is going to charter in the New Year. Ideally candidates that are local to Florida for in person interviews New program active and fun crew dynamic

Start: Immediately Location: Florida/Bahamas Package: $5,000-$6,000, 13-month bonus, 38 Days Leave

Skills: Minimum 1 years' experience as a Chief Stewardess on similar size vessels Excellent leadership and communication skills Meticulous with all interior duties/impeccable eye for detail Accommodating and excellent with all service and guest interactions Professional appearance

Qualifications: STCW (Fully Updated) with PDSD Seafarer's Medical Certificate Food Safety and Hygiene L2 B1/B2 Visa Essential

Females only due to cabin arrangements

Point of contact: Sharryn Matte [email protected]

DC1001 – GENERAL APPLICATION INTERIOR

We are always looking for Interior Crew so please feel free to send us your CV along with the required documentation from our check list and we will keep you on file for any suitable future opportunities. In the meantime please follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook to see our job posts.

DC1128 – ROTATIONAL HEAD OF HOUSEKEEPING STEW REQUIRED FOR THIS 100M+ MOTOR YACHT

Start date: POSITION FILLED Itinerary: Mediterranean Sea We are looking for an experienced HOH with previous experience from a similar role. More info to follow at interview stage. REQUIREMENTS STCW95 ENG1 Large yacht experience from 70m+ PACKAGE 10 weeks on / 10 weeks off Salary: 4800-5200 EUR DOE Flights Medical cover

DC1129 – ROTATIONAL HOUSEKEEPING STEWARDESS REQUIRED FOR THIS 100M+ PRIVATE MOTOR YACHT

Start date: POSITION FILLED Itinerary: Mediterranean Sea We are looking for a Housekeeping stewardess for this 100m+ MY; candidates applying will need a couple of seasons experience in a similar role on yachts. More info to follow at interview stage. REQUIREMENTS STCW95 ENG1 Yachting experience PACKAGE Leave: 3 months on / 1 month off Salary: 3500-4000 Euro DOE Flights Medical cover

DC1130 – INTERIOR MANAGER REQUIRED FOR 100M+ PRIVATE MOTOR YACHT

Start date: POSITION FILLED Itinerary: Mediterranean Sea We are looking for an experienced Interior Manager with previous experience from a managing role. Someone with very strong admin, organization and communication skills. The role requires strong service skills as it involves service for the owner. More info to follow at interview stage. REQUIREMENTS STCW95 ENG1 Large yacht experience from 70m+ PACKAGE Salary: 8000-9000 EUR DOE 10 weeks on/10 weeks off Flights Medical cover

DC1132 – ROTATIONAL LEAD SERVICE STEWARDESS REQUIRED FOR THIS 100M+ PRIVATE MOTOR YACHT

Start date: POSITION FILLED Itinerary: Mediterranean Sea We are looking for a Lead Service Stewardess for this 100m+ MY; candidates applying will need previous experience in a similar role on large yachts. More info to follow at interview stage. REQUIREMENTS STCW95 ENG1 Large yacht experience from 70m+ PACKAGE Salary: 4500-5200 EUR DOE Rotation: 10 weeks on / 10 weeks off Flights Medical cover

DC1133 – ROTATIONAL SERVICE STEWARDESS REQUIRED FOR THIS 100M+ PRIVATE MOTOR YACHT

Start date: POSITION FILLED Itinerary: Mediterranean Sea We are looking for a Service stewardess for this 100m+ MY; candidates applying will need confidence and strong service skills, as you will be serving the owner. More info to follow at interview stage. REQUIREMENTS STCW95 ENG1 Yachting experience from 70m+ PACKAGE Leave: 3 months on / 1 month off Salary: 3500-4000 EUR DOE Flights Medical cover

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Deckhand needed for 65 metre Private Motor Yacht

Viking Crew is looking for a Deckhand to join a 65M private Motor Yacht. Must have a valid STCW AND ENG1 and Yachting experience. Start date: ASAP in Med Package on offer: Salar...

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Bosun needed for 70 metre private motor yacht.

Viking Crew is looking for a Bosun to join a 70M Private Motor Yacht. Candidates need to have previous experience as a Bosun on a similar sized yacht. Package on offer - Salary in EUR, 60...

Experienced Sous Chef needed for 100M+ private yacht

Experienced Sous Chef needed for 100M+ private yacht. We're looking for a strong candidates - can be a Sole Chef looking to work on larger yachts or a Senior Sous Chef from larger yachts. Nee...

2nd Engineer required for 75m+ Motor Yacht

Viking Crew require a 2nd Engineer for a 75m+ Motor Yacht in the Mediterranean  Start Date: ASAP Candidates must have: STCW Basic Training  ENG1 2nd Engineer Unlimited Pa...

2nd Officer required for 75m+ Motor Yacht

Viking Crew require a 2nd Officer to join a 75m+ Motor Yacht in the Med  Start Date: ASAP - Urgently  Candidates must have: OOW 3000 STCW Basic  ENG1 Similar size yacht ...

Onboard Cruise Consultant to join Windstar Cruises

We are looking for an Onboard Cruise Consultant to join Windstar Cruises. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a high level of customer service, achieving ...

A Shop Manager to join Windstar Cruises

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the shop, achieving sales targets that are set by the company, and ensuring that guest accounts are ...

2nd Stew needed for 75M New Build in Italy

Viking Crew is looking for an established 2nd Stewardess for a 75M New build. The 2nd Stew will assist the Chief Stew in daily duties and manage a team of 5. Start date: ASAP

Stew/Masseuse needed for 75M+ motoryacht

Viking Crew is looking for a Stew/Masseuse for a 75M motoryacht. Candidates should have previous yachting experience and be confident in different types of massage treatments. Dual role with ...

TEMP Chef needed for 70M support vessel

Temp Chef needed for 70M support vessel, currently based in the Med. Start date: End of September for about 3 months - this will include a shipyard period and crossing to the Caribbean. Ideal...

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How to Become a Yacht Stewardess / Steward: An Experienced Insiders Guide

If you’re wondering how to become a yacht stewardess / steward, you’ve found the perfect starting point.

I’ve personally reaped the rewards of 10 magnificent years in the industry, where I started out as a yacht stewardess and worked my way up to Chief Stewardess. This has motivated me to help people like you that are wondering how to become a yachtie .

My goal here is to equip you with the best resources and knowledge for how to become a stewardess on a yacht. Make sure you follow these steps to ensure you successfully land your first job.

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Yacht Steward / Yacht Stewardess Job Description

As a Yacht Stewardess or Steward, you are responsible for all the interior operations of the vessel. This will include tasks such as housekeeping, laundry and high-end food and beverage service.

Interior Tasks Include:

• 5 star food and beverage service
• Flower arranging
• Table scaping
• Laundry Care
• Interior housekeeping
• Updating interior inventories
• Accounting and budgeting
• Liaising with guests and co-ordinating activities

1. What Qualifications Do You Need to be a Yacht Stewardess or Steward?

In order to become a stewardess on a yacht, you will need to have an STCW Certification and pass an ENG1 medical.

The STCW (Standards of Training and Certification of Watch keeping) is an internationally mandated course and a minimum requirement for anyone who wishes to work on a yacht.

Throughout the training, crew members will acquire the necessary skills to handle emergency situations and ensure the safety of all onboard. They will also learn safe working practices to ensure the safety of themselves and their fellow crew members.

In 2010 the STCW convention added a new module requirement to the basic safety training, so ensure that you do the additional Proficiency in Security Awareness (PSA) module which takes one extra day.

This STCW course is comprised of 4 modules, takes 5 days to complete, and is valid for 5 years. The modules include:

• Personal Survival Techniques (PST)
• Fire Fighting and prevention (FFP)
• Elementary First Aid (EFA)
• Personal Safety and Social Responsibility (PSSR)

If you aim to work on vessels of +50m in size you may also need to hold the PDSD (Proficiency in Designated Security duties) course. This is a one-day online course for anyone who may be involved in security duties such as being a watch keeper.

To work on a yacht, you must undergo a basic medical examination called an ENG1. This assessment is performed by a doctor certified by the Maritime Coastguard Agency (MCA) to ensure that you are healthy enough to work on a yacht.

A list of MCA-approved doctors can be found  here .

2. Recommended Courses if You want to Become a Yacht Stewardess / Steward

In order to become a Yacht Stewardess or Steward you do not necessarily need to hold any other courses or certifications. The courses you choose to do would be more so to boost your confidence and gain better insight into being a stewardess on a yacht.

Hood Hygiene and Safety Level 2

Although this course is not mandatory, I highly recommend you do it as most vessels require anyone handling food (Stews included) to hold this certification. There are a few variations of the course so just ensure that the one you do is MCA approved.

The purpose of this certification is to equip crew members with the skills to assume personal accountability for food safety. This involves understanding the importance of maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in both personal work areas and food preparation.

Introductory Yacht Steward/ Yacht Stewardess Training

These courses are generally held over 5 days, and include everything you need to know about how to get into yachting as a Stewardess or Steward, as well as what your job will entail.

You will learn all the basic elements of housekeeping, laundry, service, floristry, wine knowledge, and onboard living etiquette.

These courses are not essential, but extremely helpful in having you better understand what will be required of you if you want to become a Yacht Stew.

3. Create the Perfect Yacht CV

If you are wondering how become a Yacht Stewardess with no experience, you are going to need to make sure your Yacht CV stands out from the rest.

Besides a well-laid out resume, you also need to highlight why you are the best candidate for this specific job that you are applying for. Be sure to highlight ANY transferable skills you may have to offer the industry. This could be hospitality experience, floristry, baby-sitting, yoga, or maybe you are a masseuse.

4. Apply for your Visa if Necessary

To work as a stewardess on a Super Yacht, you will need to look into your personal situation and passport to identify which visa you need.

B1/B2 VISA – Needed to enter the United States and surrounding waters

Shengen Visa – Needed to enter Europe for the Mediterranean season

5. Locate Yourself in the Right Place at the Right Time

Once you are ready to head over to a yachting hub, you need to consider the time of year you are going. Ideally, you want to arrive a few weeks before the season starts. There are 2 seasons in yachting:

The United States and Caribbean Winter Season (November/December to March/April)

The biggest hub for yachting in America is Fort Lauderdale, and in the Caribbean, it is Antigua and St Maarten.

Please note that if you are not a green card holder or US citizen, I do not recommend flying into America and actively seeking work. This is illegal and could get you into trouble.

The Mediterranean Summer Season (April/May to September/October)

If you’re looking for the ideal spot in the Mediterranean, consider Antibes in the South of France. It’s a top yachting hub with plenty of crew houses and yacht agents. Plus, you’re within easy reach of other sought-after destinations like Monaco and Nice.

Palma, located on the island of Mallorca, is also a major hub for yachting. It boasts numerous marinas, agents, and crew housing facilities.

6. Day Working and Dock Walking for a Yacht Stewardess / Steward

“Daywork” is when you get hired on a day-to-day basis, earning cash and assisting boats as they need extra help onboard.

Daywork is a great way to get experience as a Yacht Stewardess or Steward. If you make a good impression on the Captain and Crew, this could lead to a permanent position onboard or a referral to another boat.

“ Dock Walking ” is when you walk the docks of marina’s handing out your CV in the hopes of being hired for day work.

7. Sign up with Yacht Crew Agencies

You will want to sign up with as many yacht crew agencies as possible. Here are some popular agencies you should sign up with to get started: Luxury Yacht Group, Blue Water Yachting, The Crew Network, Cotton Crews, Yot Spot, Northrop and Johnson, HR Crew and Burgess.

To stay updated on job postings, it’s important to check social media platforms like Facebook. Join various yachting Facebook groups such as Fort Lauderdale Yacht Crew, Palma Yacht Crew, and Antibes Yacht Crew. You want to keep checking these groups regularly to stay informed.

Yacht Steward / Yacht Stewardess Salary

As with everything in the industry, your salary is largely dependent on the size of the vessel, your experience in the industry, as well as your qualifications.

A starting salary for a Yacht Stewardess or Steward can range from $2500-$3500. From there you can expect to see annual salary increments as you spend more time in the industry.

If you want to set some goals, a Chief Stewardess’s salary can be upwards of $5000 – $9000. Possibly even more depending on the size of the vessel!

On top of these very attractive salaries , you may also have opportunities to earn more money in the form of charter tips and annual bonuses.

Roles and Responsibilities of a Yacht Stewardess or Steward

The housekeeping stew.

The role of a Housekeeping Stew is to clean and maintain all aspects of the interior of the vessel . Guest cabins and common areas need to be meticulously cleaned with a lot of care and attention to detail. They will also be cleaning crew areas such as the crew mess and bridge.

Cleaning the vessel is not as simple as it seems. You will be vacuuming, dusting, polishing, tooth-picking grooves, ear budding ledges, and working with delicate surfaces.

The Laundry Stew

The Laundry Stew is responsible for laundering, stain treating, ironing, and maintaining laundry for the entire vessel. This includes crew uniform, crew personal clothing, guest clothing, beach towels, bath towels, table linens, rags, and kitchen tea towels.

The job of a Laundry Stewardess is in fact a very meticulous one, as you will be dealing with a number of different fabrics and colors. A simple mistake could cost the boss a very expensive dress.

The Service Stew

The role of the Service Stewardess is to ensure that every want and need of the guests is met. As far as service goes, you will be serving 3 meals a day, afternoon canapes, sunset cocktails, and all the other beverages and snacks in between.

You may also be required to head over to the beach to do service if there is a beach set up, or go for a cruise on the tender to serve drinks and snacks. A fun part of the role is also of course the tablescaping, which is usually most Stewardesses’ favorite aspect of the job.

At-home Tasks for Your Personal Growth

There are a number of things you can do to boost your confidence as a Yacht Stewardess or Steward before joining the industry. I can assure you that personal skills and experience come preferred over certifications.

Take your time to do research, link up to the social media accounts of established stewardesses and get involved with any work or transferable skills that will boost your resume.

All of these tasks, to list a few, can be practiced at home and will impress your future employer.

• Napkin folding
• Table setting
• Cocktail making
• Making beds
• Toilet paper folds

Final Thoughts on Becoming a Yacht Stewardess / Steward

Some of you may find it easy to become a Yacht Stewardess or steward, and some of you may bump into some hurdles along the way.

Either way, my advice to you is to keep your head up and stay positive.

Work hard, put in extra effort wherever possible, keep smiling, and be a positive energy bubble in your work environment. Your efforts will pay off and soon you will be reveling in the world of Yachting. I hope to see you out there!

If you need any more advice I would be more than happy to assist you personally. Please pop me an email in the contact section.

Hi, my name is Lisa, a Chief Stewardess in the yachting industry with 10 years of experience, as well as 8 years of hospitality experience prior to that. Being in the yachting industry has been a whirlwind of adventure, growth, challenges and some of the best experiences of my life, and I am excited to share my knowledge and experiences with all of you.

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Hi I’m interested in a position to be a Stewardess and to work in the bar or a restaurant on the boat . I would love to apply for a position in the mediterranean, I’m not sure where to start or if I have to do a course .

Hello Chelsea. When you are starting out in the Super Yachting Industry (not cruise ships) your role is more likely to include housekeeping and laundry. With more years of experience, your role will become more diverse and include bar tending and service. If you are looking to better understand the role of a Stewardess before joining the industry, then I have a great post on a Day in the Life of a Yacht Stewardess. If you are interested in joining the industry, then this article lists out everything you need to do to find your first job. Good Luck!

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SCA was excellent from registration through to wrapping up 2 and a half weeks of hands-on courses. The breadth of experience the instructors shared with the classes throughout the STCW, Deckhand and Powerboat courses was honest and realistically portrayed the industry and what to expect as a newcomer. Very much worth the cost for the practical experience gained from ex crew members themselves. Thanks team!

Gerhard Meiring – Deckhand

I did the STCW95+10 with Superyacht Crew Academy. It was a great course, very thorough with the information, the practical days were very good, you will learn a lot from this course.

Michelle Maricic – Stewardess

i had a really great experience with the super yacht crew academy and would recommend it to anyone wanting to join the industry

Anastacia Buhagiar – Stewardess

“Thank you for all the help and support that you gave me when i was studying with you. it was amazing and I will no doubt be visiting again hopefully at the end of next year when I come to do my Yacht Master OffShore. The Boat has offered me an awesome opportunity to learn all there is to learn as well as an awesome salary, benefits, and program. Not to mention the crew are a happy bunch of people and we are like a large family…. I have learned that the crew makes the boat and that is the main thing, not the salary, benefits or program!”

Joshua McCouat – Deckhand

“I am so excited!!! I went for my first interview yesterday afternoon at an agency and got a call from them later on advising that they’d put me forward for a 2nd stewardess position and to expect a call from the captain. He rang this morning and we met at Starbucks and… they are flying me up on Friday! It’s happened so fast, but it felt right. The yacht is currently in Norfolk, Virginia and we will be heading out very soon to spend the season in New England. The captain was really laid back and very forthcoming. Apparently the yacht is privately owned by a wealthy guy (obviously) and isn’t chartered out very often. Mostly they do cocktail parties. He thinks we will be in the Mediterranean next year although he is waiting on confirmation from the owner. The pace on the yacht seems very relaxed. It will be a great place for me to learn as much as possible. I am so keen to get started. Thank you!”

Carlie – Stewardess

Such an incredible experience with the most amazing and helpful instructors. Would highly recommend Superyacht Crew Academy to help you start your journey in this industry!

Tayla McIntyre

“In my first interview I got offered a job! I really liked the chief stewardess so I am on a 43m private Superyacht for the season. I have been on the boat for two weeks and so far all is going well. I am looking forward to a good season and I will be home for Christmas. Two other people who did the course with me, Emily and Adam also got jobs very easily! Thank you again for all of your support and giving us a great head start!”

Ashtyn Leary – Stewardess

“Everything is going GREAT for me over here! We have travelled from Fort Lauderdale all the way along the East Coast up to Labrador, Canada over 4000 miles so far. My roster is split so I spend the first part of the day as a deckhand and the second part of the day as the second stewardess onboard a 154 foot SuperYacht. The owners are fantastic. I really enjoyed the interior crew course and feel so much more prepared for my stewardess role.”

Katie Ford – Stewardess and Deckhand

“I was totally impressed by the STCW training I received at the Superyacht Crew Academy. The instructors were excellent, the equipment top notch, and I truly feel confident that I would perform well in the case of an emergency aboard ship. Thank you Chris and Deb for being so helpful to me. As a foreign student coming to Australia for this training, your kindness was extra meaningful. I am now a Superyacht Agent in Noumea and spend a lot of time aboard superyachts. Even though I am not a member of the crews, my STCW training is right there in the back of my mind just in case there was an emergency; especially when refuelling, helping resupply the medical equipment or moving heavy equipment on and off the superyachts.”

Chloe Morin – Super yacht Agent Noumea Ocean Services

“I have been on a Superyacht for six months and I absolutely love it! The crew is great and the owners are wonderful. We left Florida two weeks ago and we are on a three month trip over to California! We made a stop in Cuba and the owners invited all of the crew to go on day trips with the guests to sight see! Now we are in the Cayman Islands. From here we head through the Panama Canal and then we go to Panama City, Papagallo Peninsula Costa Rica then Cabo San Lucas, before we end up to Southern California. This is such a great experience for me. I do stewardess work, cook for crew and guests, handle lines when docking and leaving as well as watch shifts while we’re underway. I just wanted to say thanks again for all the valuable training I received in my classes! Thank you!”

Jessica Benway – Stewardess

“You are by far the most professional and successful training facility that I have dealt with around the world. Keep up the amazing work!”

Nick Smith – Chief Officer M/Y Akula

“My experience with Superyacht Crew Academy was amazing. I had a fantastic time on the deck crew course and learnt a lot more than I expected.”

Tom Armstrong – Deckhand

“I just wanted to say thank you to the staff at Superyacht Crew Academy. I am currently working on a 43m M/Y Eclipse which is situated in Israel during the winter and the Mediterranean in the summer. I am heading into my third week here, now crossing to Genoa, Italy for the boat show. I am a 3rd stewardess and loving it. We are now in Kotor in Montenegro near Croatia and it is absolutely stunning. I am loving my job and have been lucky enough to rotate with duties and will be doing service this week, in a few hours actually. Thank you for all your help!”

Lauren A – Stewardess

” I thought I would give you a quick update on my adventures. I’ve just finished a cruise on an expedition vessel and am back in Antibes looking for a new position as a stewardess. Thank you for the casual work experience I did while completing my interior course. It’s definitely a lot better now that I have the right qualifications and some experience. I’m finding that there is so much more available to me.”

Natasha Harris – Stewardess

“The instructors were excellent, very professional and thorough. My training at Superyacht Crew Academy made my job as stewardess aboard the Tango possible and enjoyable. It really helps to have the inside story from experts before you begin. I’m happy to recommend the Superyacht Crew Academy to anyone interested in working in this industry.”

Haley – Stewardess M/Y Tango

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