World Cruising Opportunity - Captain & Chef Couples Only

“Catalyst,” a private BVI-flagged 2025 Fountaine Pajot Samana 59' sailing catamaran, is seeking a captain and chef couple for a long-term, multi-year world cruising and circumnavigation program. She is owned by an American couple in their 50s who live aboard and regularly host family and friends. The yacht is also offered for limited charter between 4 and 8 weeks per year.

The program focuses on offshore passagemaking, remote cruising, diving, kiting, foiling, and other watersports. Planned cruising areas for the next year are the Grenadines, ABCs, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, Galapagos and French Polynesia, with the longer-term program continuing through the South Pacific, Asia and eventually the Med.

Catalyst is extensively equipped for long-range remote cruising and onboard autonomy, including Starlink, a large lithium battery bank, extensive solar, multiple refrigeration/freezer systems, and numerous additional upgrades.

The owner actively participates onboard during all crossings and passages, with additional crew brought on when necessary.

Applicants must be experienced and comfortable operating and maintaining a 59’ modern luxury sailing catamaran in remote cruising areas while maintaining high operational, maintenance, and guest-service standards.

The owners are personable and reasonable, but this is a very busy, hands-on position requiring a strong work ethic, professionalism, flexibility, organization and attention to detail. The owners are seeking experienced crew capable of operating both independently and alongside the owner.

We are seeking a couple who have been together for at least a year. Crew accommodations consist of a shared private cabin with ensuite bath and queen berth.

Captain Qualifications
Yachtmaster Offshore or equivalent advanced license
STCW & ENG1
Extensive offshore and blue-water sailing experience
Ocean crossings
Prior catamaran experience
Prior charter experience
Strong engineering, mechanical, troubleshooting, and maintenance skills are essential
Must be a non-smoker, may drink alcohol occasionally but not to excess, and must be completely fluent in English
Professional references required

Captain Responsibilities
Safe operation and navigation of the vessel
Passage planning and weather routing
Maintenance and troubleshooting of all vessel systems including engines, generators, watermakers, plumbing, electrical, and onboard equipment
Docking, anchoring, and tender operations
Customs and immigration coordination
Provisioning logistics
Guest & charter preparation and coordination
Supporting guest activities and watersports operations when coaches are not onboard
Maintaining high safety and operational standards

Chef / Stewardess Qualifications
STCW & ENG1
Prior yacht chef and/or charter experience
Culinary training and strong practical cooking ability
Organized, capable, and self-motivated
Must be a non-smoker, may drink alcohol occasionally but not to excess, and must be completely fluent in English
Professional references required

Chef / Stewardess Responsibilities

Meal planning and preparation in coordination with owners
Provisioning
Interior management, housekeeping, and laundry
Guest service
Inventory management
Supporting charter operations when applicable
Assisting with docking and line handling
Watch standing

Terms & Compensation
This will likely be a rotational position shared by two couples, with work periods to be determined
Salary competitive and appropriate for highly experienced offshore crew
Start date between October and December 2026
Basic health insurance provided
Flights/repatriation provided
Standard seafarer employment agreement

Projected Itinerary

2026
September – Grenada (maintenance period)
October and November – St. Vincent & the Grenadines, ABCs, Colombia
December – San Blas Islands, Panama

2027
January & February – Panama Canal transit & Pacific Panama
March – Galapagos
May through November – French Polynesia — Marquesas, Tuamotus, Tahiti

2028
Fiji
New Zealand