Couple Position – Cook/Stewardess & Mate/Deckhand – Private/Charter 30m S/Y

About this role

Couple Position – Cook/Stewardess & Mate/Deckhand – Private/Charter 30m S/Y

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced and well-matched couple to join a professionally run 30m sailing yacht operating private and occasional charter in the Mediterranean. This is a hands-on role within a small crew of four, ideal for a couple who genuinely enjoy sailing, teamwork, and delivering a high standard of guest experience in a friendly and respectful onboard environment.

Start date: February 2026
Itinerary: Mediterranean
Base: Italy
Package: Salary paid in Euros, good salary, medical insurance included, 38 days paid leave

Experience / Skills required

Mate / Deckhand

• Minimum 1 year experience on sailing yachts of a similar size
• Strong sailing background with good deck operations knowledge
• Confident with watchkeeping, manoeuvres, anchoring, and tender operations
• Supports the Captain with safety, maintenance, and daily deck duties
• Yachtmaster Offshore (commercially endorsed) – ideally required
• Positive attitude and ability to work well within a small team

Cook / Stewardess

• Minimum 1 year experience on sailing yachts of a similar size
• Confident cooking for owners and guests (fresh, healthy, Mediterranean-style cuisine)
• Culinary degree or formal culinary training strongly preferred
• Good service standards, housekeeping, and attention to detail
• Charter experience preferred
• Organised, flexible, and guest-focused mindset

Couple requirements

• Both candidates must have sailing yacht experience
• Ideally previous experience working together onboard
• Professional, discreet, and team-oriented approach
• Currently based in Europe preferred

Qualifications required

• STCW (fully updated)
• Seafarer’s Medical Certificate
• Food hygiene certification (valid) – Cook/Stewardess
• Seaman’s Discharge Book (preferred)

Further candidate selection will be managed by the recruitment consultant.