Sole Cook/Chef

We are looking for a Sole Cook/Chef to join a 24m 4-cabin British-flagged private motor yacht based in Turkey for the summer season.

This is a seasonal position, starting around May/June for an initial 90-day period, with the possibility to continue until the end of September depending on the yacht’s itinerary, mutual agreement, and travel/entry arrangements.

The yacht is privately operated and offers a friendly onboard environment. The Cook/Chef will be responsible for preparing meals for guests and crew, managing provisioning, and keeping the galley clean and organized.

The Cook/Chef will live onboard and share a cabin with the female Stewardess.

Main Responsibilities

• Preparing daily meals for guests and crew
• Menu planning
• Provisioning and stock control
• Galley organization and cleanliness
• Preparing fresh, healthy, Mediterranean-style meals
• Accommodating dietary requirements when needed
• Working as part of a small crew and assisting with general onboard duties when required
• Previous experience as a cook, private chef, yacht cook/chef, villa chef, restaurant cook, or in hospitality is preferred.

Package

• Salary: USD 2,000 per month
• Round-trip flights provided
• Airport transfer provided
• Travel insurance provided
• Crew meals included
• Live onboard accommodation
• Shared cabin with female crew member
• Days off to be discussed depending on the yacht schedule

Requirements

Candidates should have:

• Valid passport
• Fluent or strong English
• Positive attitude and professional presentation
• Good references
• Ability to work well in a small team
• Availability from May/June
• Ability to enter Turkey and join the yacht as crew
• Experience preparing meals for guests and crew
• Ability to plan menus and manage provisioning
• STCW Basic Safety Training certificate preferred
• Seaman’s Book / Seafarer’s Book is a plus
• ENG1 or equivalent medical certificate is a plus
• Food hygiene / food safety certificate is a plus