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Mega Yacht Crewing Jobs

CruiseJobFinder also specializes in helping people find great yacht crew jobs on privately owned sailboats and luxury yachts. This can range from a 50-foot sailboat sailing through the Mediterranean to a mega yacht, owned by one of the world's richest individuals, which is sailing all over the globe. These types of jobs are a great alternative to working on a cruise ship and offer a truly unique experience.

Working Aboard a Luxury Yacht: An Overview

Imagine your days full of work where you will meet people from all over the world, travel to exotic destinations, eat gourmet meals with a private chef and feel the breeze of the ocean air right in your office. Seems a little far fetched right?

Charter yachts take guests on a single or multi-day trip for a fee. Some of these yachts may be commercially owned by a large corporation while others are owned by private individuals who commonly act as captain.

What about mega yachts such as those owned by Saudi princes and the billionaires of the world like Paul Allen, the Microsoft co-founder, and famous golfer Tiger Woods? Mega Yachts, luxury yachts and superyachts are all yachts that are 78 feet or more. These vessels can cost from one million U.S. dollars or more.

Finally, smaller yachts are much more affordable than they once were and more captains are buying their own yacht and pushing off anchor to explore the world on their own terms.

No matter the size of the vessel a crew is necessary.

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Unlike the busy cruise lines, working on private yachts offers an opportunity to work with a small amount of guests and co workers. The intimate setting paints a pretty picture enabling crew members to bond closely with their fellow crew members, employers and guests that make take passage upon the yacht they work for.

Yachting etiquette must be portrayed and a sense of adventure is a must!

Want to get a taste for the yacht crewing life? These pages preview some of what you'll learn more about in our Members Section:

• What it's like to live and work on a yacht
• Crew departments on yachts
• Types of positions on mega yachts
• Superyacht captain jobs
• Chef jobs on yachts
• Steward and stewardess jobs on yachts
• Yacht engineer jobs
• Yacht mate jobs
• ...and Lots More

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Official Yacht Stewardess Job Descriptions and Salaries (Including a Salary Chart)

June 12, 2018 By Julie Perry

For some even more straight-from-the-book fun, I present to you below the official job descriptions for the various yacht steward/ess roles. These are pulled directly from The Insiders’ Guide to Becoming a Yacht Stewardess Chapter 3—a chapter that actually contains descriptions for each of the positions onboard, from Captain to Engineer, and from Executive Chef to Deckhand. And they are all presented with accompanying salary ranges.

The Crew of Megayacht “Allegria” (2010). Photo by Suki Finnerty of YachtingToday.TV

So if you’re interested in a yachting career in another department outside of a superyacht’s interior, consider picking up a copy of my book to learn more . (The “how to get started” information in Part II of the book really does pertain to most any entry-level position.)

Official Yacht Steward/ess Job Descriptions

Meanwhile, here are your yacht stewardess job descriptions, with a detailed salary chart found at the end of this post:

CHIEF STEWAR/DESS (Annual Salary Range: $39,000–$96,000+)

Job Function —The chief stewardess will carry out his or her duties and responsibilities under the direction and authority of the captain. As the person ultimately responsible for the interior of the vessel and for providing superior hospitality service to meet the owner’s and guests’ expectations, the chief stew will also train and manage any lower-ranking stews under his or her supervision. Excellent service, host/ess, and managerial skills are a necessity, as is having a good degree of creative flair.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the everyday smooth operation of the boat’s interior department, which means being adept in the arts of housekeeping services, laundry procedures and wardrobe management, food and beverage service and cleanup, and entertaining (while maintaining proper etiquette and a high-energy, can-do attitude at all times)
• Responsible for directing, motivating, and training the lower-ranked stews (2nd, 3rd, and so on)—if any are onboard—which includes the assignment and scheduling of rotational duties and implementing Human Resources (HR) procedures and guidelines
• Providing valet services and overall guest care. Note: In the hospitality industry, “valet” refers to any employee who performs personal services for guests (and refers to more than just parking cars, which is what we normally associate it with). With regard to yacht stews, valet services include tasks such as packing and unpacking guests’ luggage, caring for their personal items and specialty garments, and even making daily activity arrangements for them.
• Protecting, maintaining, and caring for valuable interior items and surfaces, such as artwork, silks, china, crystal, linens, fine woodwork, and marbles
• Creating, implementing, and monitoring a financial planning system that includes accounting and budgeting for interior department needs
• Creating, implementing, and maintaining an informational management system of interior inventories and maintenance procedures
• Provisioning to maintain inventory supplies and cover guest usage
• Collaborating with the executive chef regarding meal service for the guests
• Creative planning and quality service of theme dinners and occasional guest parties
• Keeping all interior storage areas organized, orderly, and maintained
• Crew uniform purchasing
• Writing and updating all interior manuals and guest-information documents
• Maintaining and displaying knowledge of international etiquette and protocol
• Watchkeeping in accordance with the list of responsibilities in the crew mess
• Exterior-crew support as needed (requiring proficiency with exterior lines and fenders)
• Selecting, purchasing, and serving fine wines, specialty teas, and cigars, which may require advanced training
• Planning and managing destination experiences proficiently
• Assuming full responsibility for certain onboard safety tasks (as assigned by the first mate) in an emergency

Qualifications —A chief stewardess should possess some type of training and experience in the areas of bartending, silver service, cigar service, and wine presentation and service. (The more extensive a stew’s wine knowledge, the better.) STCW BST certification is now mandatory for a chief-stew position, and previous yachting experience on either charter or private vessels is most always required. It is also recommended that you obtain an ENG1 Seafarer Medical Certificate, or its equivalent. Floral arranging and table decorating skills prove to be an advantage, while an Advanced/Medical First Aid Certificate or a higher degree of medical training is also a major bonus. In fact, many chief stews are now taking courses to become certified as a yacht’s Medical Person-in-Charge. This requires a seven-day course that will satisfy the standards set forth by the STCW Code A-VI/4, 4.4-4.6, offered at many of the marine training schools. While the new PYA Interior-Crew G.U.E.S.T certification is not mandatory (as of July 2013), it is wise to follow the courses outlined and seek out equivalent intermediate and/or advanced interior-crew training classes, if not sign up for the full PYA G.U.E.S.T course modules.

A Chief Superyacht Stewardess handles the ordering of provisions and other guest amenities for the yacht, which might include things like floral displays that the interior crew is too overwhelmed to handle on its own. While that may sound like an easy task, consider that no matter how many years a yacht stew has been doing this job, he or she will always end up in a new port (sometimes half-way around the world). First, he or she must find a reputable vendor. And not only do fresh flower arrangements need to be ordered, but they must be paid for as well. A chief stew must keep thorough accounting throughout a trip and make sure all vendors and provisioners are paid from the right accounts. Photo Credit: Suki Finnerty of YachtingToday.TV.

STEWARDESS—2nd and 3rd Stews; sometimes referred to as Senior and Junior Stews (Annual Salary Range: $30,000–$54,000+)

Job Function —A 2nd or 3rd stew will carry out his or her duties and responsibilities under the direction and authority of the chief stew and the captain. Individuals holding these positions are responsible for assisting with the maintenance of the interior of the vessel and providing superior hospitable service, in line with the owner’s and guest’s expectations. Hostess skills should be well developed to fully accommodate the owners and their guests while onboard.

• Maintaining interior housekeeping during a trip (detail cleaning) while also being held largely responsible for guest-cabin care
• Laundry, ironing, and other wardrobe maintenance tasks for guests and sometimes crew (when guests are onboard)
• Applying excellent guest service (including silver service) and expert bartending skills when called upon
• Guest care and valet services
• Assisting in the creative planning and quality service of theme dinners
• Assisting with physical product inventories, provisioning, writing and updating checklists, and all other applicable tasks within interior
• Exterior-crew support as needed

Qualifications —This is an entry-level position; while previous yachting experience is not required, it does bring added salary benefits. STCW BST certification is now mandatory for obtaining even entry-level work on a megayacht. It is also recommended that you obtain an ENG1 Seafarer Medical Certificate, or its equivalent. Table service, bartending, and cocktail-service experience or equivalent qualification are crucial to landing a job—training and certification recommendations for these can be found in Chapter 7 of The Insiders’ Guide to Becoming a Yacht Stewardess. While the new PYA Interior-Crew G.U.E.S.T certification is not mandatory (as of July 2013), it is wise to follow the courses outlined and seek out equivalent introductory interior-crew training classes, if not sign up for the full PYA G.U.E.S.T introduction modules.

Yacht Stewardesses at Work Photo Credit: Suki Finnerty of YachtingToday.TV

Dual Positions

On smaller and midsize vessels, where not as many crewmembers are needed (nor is there room for them), the core crew positions listed in the last section are often fused into what I call “dual positions.” An individual hired into such a position will assume a dual role and be expected to wear more than one “hat” during the course of a day.

Here are some examples:

• Deckhand-Stew
• 2nd Engineer-Deckhand
• Captain-Engineer
• Stew-Purser

Steward/ess Salaries

According to Dockwalk’s annual Crew Salary Survey in September 2013 , steward/esses are making a wide variety of salaries these days, and the amount of experience and training they have makes a difference. Of course, the size of the yachts will also be a factor. Compensation for chief stews runs anywhere from $3,450 to $5,650 a month on smaller yachts (80 to 140 feet) to $5,200 to $8,000 a month on yachts over 140 feet. It is very common now to see $65K and $70K salaries, or even $90K+ on the much larger vessels. Salaries for entry-level yacht stewardesses start out between $30K–$43K a year, or $2,500–$3,600 a month.

Base salaries for stewardesses, when compared with those of food and beverage servers, cabin stews, and laundry staff on cruise ships, are slightly higher. But where the potential income differences become dramatic is when you consider the tips one can earn working on luxury charter yachts, or the bonuses and perks afforded the crew on solely private yachts.

Here is a table that sums up salary ranges for the various stew roles within the interior department on a megayacht / superyacht:

Steward/ess Salary Ranges

While annual salary guidelines are given above, again, keep in mind that the ranges are wide because salaries will depend on a variety of factors, including the size of the yacht, the use of the yacht (private or charter), the style of boat (power or sail), and what other benefits are available to the crew, such as insurance packages or education reimbursement. Salaries may also vary depending on the specific qualifications of a crewmember, the amount of time the owner and guests use the vessel, and what itinerary will be traveled. Furthermore (and I cannot emphasize this enough), the compensation ranges listed are base salaries and do not reflect tips, if those are applicable.

Yacht Crew Have Got 99 Problems, But Living Expenses Ain’t One of Them

The first thing people always say after I give them the above salary figures: “Gee, is that all? I thought you said it paid well?” And someone will always add, “Oh, well I can get paid that same amount to take an entry-level office job.”

But here’s the kicker: no expenses.

Most all positions on luxury yachts require you to live aboard and travel with the vessel, and therefore, your room and board are completely covered. It is customary and expected that everything you need on a daily basis is provided by the yacht owner—your meals, your uniforms, laundry detergent, linens, and on most boats, even your personal hygiene products, such as soap and toothpaste. Meanwhile, your earnings automatically go into your bank account.

What other job can you take where, at the end of the year, you have nearly your entire salary sitting in your bank account, relatively untouched? Most people in other industries are lucky if they save 1/10 of the amount they earn in a year. Why? Because they are paying rent and utilities, buying and maintaining cars, and purchasing all the clothes they wear to work each day. And let’s not forget groceries.

Ready to find out how to get started one your way to working on a yacht? All the advice you need to land that first yacht job can be found in this guide . Good luck!

Megayacht crewmembers. Photo Source: Suki Finnerty of YachtingToday.TV.

Interested in more advice on how to become a yacht stewardess and what it takes to handle the job? Download Chapter 1 of The Insiders’ Guide to Becoming a Yacht Stewardess 2nd Edition here .

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How to Be Yacht Charter Broker - Job Description, Skills, and Interview Questions

• How to Become
• Job Descriptions
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• Professional Organizations

Yacht charter brokers are experienced professionals who specialize in renting yachts for clients. They provide a valuable service by connecting clients with the right vessel, ensuring that all paperwork is in order and that the charter meets the client's needs. By working with a broker, clients benefit from the knowledge and experience of an expert in the field, enabling them to select the right yacht, negotiate the best price and ensure their charter is both safe and enjoyable.

brokers are familiar with the rules and regulations of the area, so they can ensure the charter complies with all local laws. yacht charter brokers provide peace of mind to their clients, saving them time and effort while ensuring they have a seamless and enjoyable experience on the water.

Steps How to Become

• Gain Experience in the Industry. Obtaining experience in the yacht charter industry is a key step to becoming a yacht charter broker. Consider working as a deckhand, sailing instructor, or steward on a luxury yacht. This experience will help you better understand the industry and the people involved.
• Build Your Network. As a yacht charter broker, you will need to have an extensive network of yacht owners, captains, and clients. Develop relationships with key players in the industry by attending conferences, events, and networking functions.
• Obtain Relevant Certifications. Depending on the region in which you are operating, you may need certain certifications in order to become a yacht charter broker. For example, in the U. S. , many brokers are required to have a United States Coast Guard captain's license.
• Learn the Regulations and Laws. In order to become a successful yacht charter broker, you must thoroughly understand the regulations and laws that govern the industry. Read up on relevant regulations in your area and become familiar with local, state, and federal laws.
• Start Your Own Business. Once you have gained experience in the industry, built your network, obtained necessary certifications, and learned the relevant regulations and laws, you can start your own yacht charter business. Decide what services you will offer and create a business plan.
• Market Your Business. Promote your business through online and print advertising, social media, word of mouth, and other marketing strategies. You may also want to consider joining relevant associations or organizations in order to gain access to more potential clients.

Yacht charter brokers are an essential part of the yachting industry, providing reliable and efficient services to charter customers. A broker's reputation is earned through their ability to negotiate the best charter deal for their clients. To achieve this, they must have a thorough knowledge of the yachting market, current trends and pricing, and a good understanding of the yacht charter industry.

Brokers are also responsible for ensuring that all paperwork is in order and that the yacht is ready for chartering. By providing expert guidance, advice and an array of options, a yacht charter broker can help customers make the best decision for their needs. In turn, this helps ensure a safe, comfortable and enjoyable experience for all involved.

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Job Description

• Develop and maintain relationships with yacht charter clients and vendors
• Negotiate contracts and oversee the completion of all paperwork associated with yacht charters
• Research vessel options to meet customer needs and advise clients on the best choice
• Coordinate logistics of charters including crew, food and beverage, itinerary, and activities
• Monitor weather and sea conditions to ensure client safety
• Monitor vessels during charters to ensure client satisfaction
• Develop marketing strategies and advertising campaigns
• Prepare yacht charter proposals and presentations
• Track and maintain accurate records of all charters and payments
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and market conditions

Skills and Competencies to Have

• Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of the yacht industry, yacht designs, marine engineering, and the latest safety regulations.
• Business Acumen: Understanding of the market, pricing trends, and how to negotiate the best deal for clients.
• Sales Skills: Ability to develop relationships with clients, communicate the benefits of chartering a yacht, and close sales.
• Financial Literacy: Knowledge of costs associated with operating a yacht and the ability to offer competitive charter packages.
• Marketing: Ability to create effective marketing campaigns to promote charter services.
• Customer Service: Demonstrating excellent customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Networking: Ability to build relationships with captains, crew members, and other charter brokers to find the best deals for clients.
• Regulatory Compliance: Understanding of legal and regulatory requirements associated with chartering a yacht.
• Organization: Ability to keep track of client information and bookings in an organized manner.
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy when filling out paperwork and contracts.

Being a successful yacht charter broker requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills. In order to successfully negotiate a charter agreement, a broker must be able to effectively communicate the needs and wants of their clients to the yacht owners. A broker must also have a thorough understanding of the legal aspects of chartering a yacht.

They must be able to interpret local maritime laws and regulations and ensure that the charter agreement meets all legal requirements. brokers must have excellent negotiation skills to ensure that their clients get the best possible terms and conditions. Finally, it is essential for brokers to have a good working knowledge of the international yacht market and an understanding of the different types of yachts and their associated costs.

With these skills, a broker can successfully navigate the complex world of yacht chartering and provide their clients with an excellent service.

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Frequent Interview Questions

• What experience do you have in the yacht charter industry?
• What strategies do you use to ensure customer satisfaction?
• How do you stay up to date on the latest developments in the yacht charter industry?
• What would you do to ensure that a customer’s needs are met when booking a yacht charter?
• How would you handle a situation where a customer’s expectations are not met?
• What methods do you use to establish relationships with yacht owners and other brokers?
• Describe the process you use for setting rates and booking charters.
• How do you identify the best yachts for each customer’s needs?
• What challenges have you faced when working as a yacht charter broker?
• How do you handle difficult customer requests?

Common Tools in Industry

• Yacht Charter Agreement. A document outlining the terms of the charter, including the period of time, the cost of the charter, and any other special requests or requirements. (eg: A Yacht Charter Agreement between a charterer and a yacht owner. )
• Yacht Charter Insurance. Insurance coverage for the yacht and any equipment on board. (eg: A policy that covers the yacht for up to $2 million in liability coverage. )
• Charterer’s Checklist. A detailed checklist that outlines all the items a charterer needs to review before embarking on a charter. (eg: A checklist that includes items such as safety equipment, navigation charts, food provisions, and fuel supplies. )
• Maritime Law Resources. Resources to help a broker understand maritime law as it pertains to chartering a yacht. (eg: Access to online resources such as The International Maritime Organization’s International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea. )
• Yacht Database. Online database of yachts for brokers to research and compare features and pricing. (eg: An online database that includes detailed information about each available yacht, including the type, size, age, and features. )
• Charter Sales Software. Software that helps brokers keep track of clients, manage bookings, and process payments. (eg: A software system that allows brokers to quickly search for available yachts, manage booking requests, and process payments securely. )

Professional Organizations to Know

• International Yacht Brokers Association (IYBA)
• The British Marine Federation (BMF)
• American Yacht Charter Association (AYCA)
• Yacht Brokers Association of America (YBAA)
• European Yacht Brokers Association (EYBA)
• Yacht Brokers Association of Australia (YBAA)
• Canadian Yacht Brokers Association (CYBA)
• British Columbia Yachting Association (BCYA)
• Netherlands Yachting Brokers Association (NYBA)
• Yacht Brokers and Ship Agents Association of India (YBSAAI)

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Common Important Terms

• Charter Party. A contract between the owner of a vessel and the charterer, or person renting the vessel, that outlines the expectations and responsibilities of both parties.
• Charter Fee. The fee paid by the charterer to the yacht owner for the use of the vessel.
• Brokerage Fee. The fee paid by the charterer to the yacht broker for arranging the charter.
• Provisioning. The process of preparing a yacht for charter, which includes stocking it with food, beverages, and other amenities.
• Vessel Inspection. The process of inspecting a vessel to ensure it meets safety standards and regulations before chartering it.
• Cruising Area. The area in which a yacht can be chartered, which is usually determined by local laws and regulations.
• Marina. A facility used to store and maintain boats, which may also offer services like fuel, repairs, and docking.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a yacht charter broker.

A yacht charter broker is a professional intermediary between clients looking to charter a yacht and boat owners or agencies offering yachts for charter.

What services do Yacht Charter Brokers provide?

Yacht Charter Brokers provide services such as helping clients select the right yacht for their needs, negotiating the best charter rate, arranging logistics such as food and beverage services, and organizing activities such as water sports or sightseeing tours.

How much does it cost to hire a Yacht Charter Broker?

The cost of hiring a Yacht Charter Broker can vary depending on the size and type of yacht being chartered. Generally, brokers charge a percentage of the total charter rate that ranges from 8-20%.

What qualifications do Yacht Charter Brokers need?

Yacht Charter Brokers need to have extensive knowledge and experience in the yachting industry. Many brokers have certifications or qualifications such as a Certified Professional Yacht Broker (CPYB) or a Certified Charter Professional (CCP).

What documents are required for a yacht charter?

Documents required for a yacht charter typically include a charter agreement, proof of insurance, a copy of the vessel registration, and skipper credentials if applicable.

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• Yacht Deckhand
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About the Deck Department

The deck department on board a superyacht is a dynamic, multifunctional department that involves duties ranging from skippering an Atlantic crossing to taking guests on jet-ski tours of some of the most beautiful hidden bays in the world. The work is extremely varied and an assortment of skills are necessary to be successful.

This department is responsible for the following aspects of the yacht operation:

• owner communication
• financial administration
• bridge operations
• exterior repair and maintenance
• tender and water sports operations
• safety procedures

The development path for an individual wishing to pursue a career on deck is very specific and requires achieving certain milestones. As an entry-level deckhand, focus should be on learning as much as possible from senior deck crew. Daily duties will include cleaning, polishing and exterior maintenance. As ordinary as these jobs may seem some days, the importance of learning good techniques and basic skills is crucial to continued progression in the superyacht industry. At the beginning of your career it is important to document all the skills you learn as well as your sea time.

As you graduate from rookie status after one year onboard yachts, the next step will be to develop boat handling skills and pursue your first deck license which might be a 100T USCG or MCA Y200. You will also continue to learn more advanced maintenance and repair techniques. This is the stage in most deck careers where the decision is made to pursue yachting as a long-term profession, investing the time and money necessary to progress.

Continuing to build your career as a seafarer with three or more years of experience will likely involve obtaining more advanced licenses. The educational requirements are demanding and expensive – they are an investment in your future. However, it is important to balance time at school with continued experience on board yachts, refining your skills and building sea time. During this stage of your career, you will become more involved in bridge operations and navigation.

The role of a captain aboard a luxury yacht is one of the most fulfilling jobs in the world, and with this opportunity comes great responsibility. The captain is ultimately responsible for the safety, well-being and experience of every crew and guest on board. In addition to managing the deck team, they also possess primary responsibility for financial administration and owner communication. Captains are professional seaman, expert problem solvers and are able to manage every situation with poise and exemplary leadership.

Career Path

Senior master, junior captain, first officer / chief mate, officer of the watch, junior deckhand.