Crew Chef / Relief Head Chef

Crew Chef / Relief Head Chef

80m Private Motor Yacht

Start Date: Immediate
Winter Base: Marseille
Season Base: Monaco / Mediterranean
Contract: Long-term
Living Arrangement: Live onboard (minimum Monday–Friday)

Position Overview
A private 80m Motor Yacht is seeking an experienced Crew Chef with the ability to step up as Relief Head Chef during owners' visits. This role is ideal for a motivated and organised chef who can manage the crew galley independently while delivering guest-standard cuisine when required.

Job Description
Preparation of daily crew meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) from Monday to Friday. Advance preparation of meals for weekends when required. Ability to cater for up to 20–25 crew members when the full team is onboard. Full responsibility for the crew galley, including provisioning, stock control and cleanliness. Maintaining high hygiene and food safety standards at all times. Producing guest-level meals when acting as Relief Head Chef during owners' trips. Working autonomously while coordinating with senior crew as needed.

Crew Information
Normal crew size: 10–15. Maximum crew onboard: up to 25.

Candidate Requirements
Proven experience working as a chef on yachts. Fluent English and French (mandatory). EU passport mandatory. Valid STCW Basic Safety Training. ENG1 Medical Certificate. Food Safety / Hygiene Certificate. Ship Cook Certificate. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. High standards of hygiene and professionalism. Non-smoker preferred.

Package
Salary: €3,000 per month (off season). Up to €5,000 per month (season), depending on experience. Leave: 2.5 days paid leave per month or rotational option for long-term commitment. Accommodation: Live onboard. Position: Stable, long-term opportunity.