Rotational Chief Stew 80m

Category:
Interior Jobs
Position:
Chief Steward(ess)
Location:
Mediterranean and Caribbean
Job posted:
October 7, 2026

We are seeking an experienced and creative Rotational Chief Stewardess to join a busy 80m private vessel and lead an interior team of 8. The owners genuinely love using their yacht and are looking for someone who takes real pride in hosting and creating exceptional, personalised experiences onboard.

The role:

  • Start date: flexible
  • Rotation: 2:2
  • Lead and manage an interior team of 8
  • Busy dual-season programme across the Mediterranean and Caribbean
  • Extensive guest use, including Christmas and New Year in the Caribbean
  • Bring a charter-style approach to private trips with personalised menus, tablescapes, florals, décor and thoughtful guest touches
  • Manage and maintain an extensive wine collection, ensuring correct storage, handling and service
  • European yard period planned for early 2027

What we’re looking for:

  • Minimum seven years’ yachting experience
  • At least two to three years as Chief Stewardess on busy 65m+ vessels
  • Strong private and charter experience
  • Strong wine knowledge, ideally with WSET L2
  • Creative and genuinely passionate about hosting and creating memorable guest experiences
  • Calm, positive and solutions-focused, with a warm and engaging personality
  • Strong leader who communicates well and builds a happy, cohesive interior team
  • Highly involved and able to build an excellent working relationship with the owners both onboard and ashore
  • B1/B2 visa essential

What’s on offer:

  • Salary: DOE
  • Rotation: 2:2
  • Premium Economy flights on long haul
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Generous training allowance
  • Medical cover

Work Experience Requirements:

All applicants must have previous experience in working on a Yacht.

Language Requirements:

Good knowledge of the English language is required.

Certificates and Qualifications:

All applicants must hold a valid ENG1 certificate to be able to apply for this position.

A valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate is required from all applicants. Please sign up for an STCW course and obtain the certificate if you don't have it yet.