Sole Chef/Cook (Female) – 35m Private MY – Japan (base), Goto Islands, South Korea

Category:
Galley Jobs
Positions:
Sole Chef, Cook/Crew Chef, PA
Salary:
$US Dollars DOE
Location:
Japan
Start date:
Mid November
Job posted:
September 29, 2025

Are you a chef interested in being based out of Japan?
Are you interested in a low use program with a friendly crew?
Position Snapshot
• Unique opportunity to experience Japanese life/culture
• Yacht owned by Western Family, with Western food requirement
• Starting Mid November
A unique opportunity has become available for a female chef to be based out of beautiful Japan.
Based close to Hiroshima the vessel will likely relocate in the new year to either Kobe or Osaka, after a brief shipyard in South Korea and will cruise the Goto Islands.
The vessel is owned by a lovely Western family (with kids) who fly in/out to use the yacht strictly for private use.
The program is fairly low use and the chef will most of the time be cooking for the crew whilst in-between guest trips
This is an excellent opportunity to sample life and culture within Japan in a super friendly (English speaking) crew environment.
(would also consider a seasonal 3-month contract whilst the yacht searches for the perfect long term fit who is happy to be based in Japan)
The Ideal Candidate
• Chef time on yachts or strong restaurant background
• Female chefs only (owners request)
• Time living in foreign cultural environments preferred
• Option to assist either on deck or interior (when not busy in the galley)
• Can contribute to a positive and friendly crew environment onboard
• Diverse culinary repertoire
• Can source good produce in foreign countries
• Will offer a firm commitment
STCW
Start: Mid November
Salary: Good Salary ($US dollars) DOE + Global Health Insurance, 30-40 days leave + return flights