Name of Position:
Chief Yacht Steward
Position Duties:
Reporting to the Captain, the Chief Steward will be required to perform a variety of on-board tasks. These include the administration of the hospitality and accommodation department of the yacht and the administration of the crew of stewards, which will deliver these functions.
The Chief Steward will liaise with the owners and charter guests as they board the yacht and deliver a service which matches their expectations.
The Chief Steward will liaise with the chef on all matters pertaining to the food service on board the yacht.
These functions include the cleaning of cabins, public rooms & the exterior deck space. Maintaining the dining room, all public areas and the exterior of the vessel.
From time to time it will be necessary to assist with docking the vessel upon arrival and departure and various shore-side duties such as assisting with re-supply and security.
Note: The success of a mega yacht operation is heavily dependent on crew performance and their ability to work as a team. All crew members are expected to offer a degree of flexibility with their employment. This might necessitate accompanying charter guests, sourcing supplies for the engineer or standing watch at various times.
Reporting line:
This position will report to the Captain.
Compensation:
Compensation* can vary between vessels but this position is expected to offer a starting salary of US$36,000 to US$72,000 per year . In addition, some positions offer a benefit program, air fare to and from the yacht and a share in the gratuities from charter work.
*Compensation will vary on the degree of experience, the size of the yacht and the owner.
Standard benefits include:
- Crew Uniform
- Room & Board
- One month per year vacation
- Health Care
- Crew communications (Mail drop and Email)
- Annual performance-based bonus
- Semi-annual performance review for raises
- bonus for arduous trips or for long voyages without days off
- Crew car as needed
Location of work:
The Mega yachts where these positions are being offered are mostly located in both the Caribbean and in the Mediterranean. Other positions come available in other regions and will depend on availability and experience of the crew and the capability of the yachts.
Application process:
Send a full resume by email please with three references to
Stephen Burnett
The Mega Yacht Vacation Co.
Crewing Department
info@megayachtvac.com
