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CHARTER - Mate and Chef/Stew for Oyster 82

Key Facts

Remote From: 
Full time
Mid-level (2-5 years)
English

Other Skills

  • Team Oriented

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Yachtmaster Offshore CE
  • Prior Mate experience on 60-80 ft sailing vessels or skipper of smaller vessels/flotillas
  • Experience provisioning, menu planning and yacht charter hospitality
  • Valid ENG 1 / STCW

Requirements:

  • Serve as Captain, First Mate, or Chef/Stew within a three-crew operation, sharing watches, provisioning, deck and hospitality duties
  • Manage sailing operations for private use and charter bookings, including navigation, docking, and basic engine room support
  • Provide high-quality hospitality, provisioning and menu planning as Chef/Stew, and assist with stewarding duties and guest service
  • Maintain safety, regulatory compliance and vessel maintenance per ENG 1 / STCW and Oyster standards, while working closely with owner and crew

Job description

This is a remote position.


STARTING JULY 2026 - We are now looking for an experienced and versatile Captain, First Mate and Chef/Stew for this popular chartering Oyster 82.  Couples and individuals will be considered for these roles.  All applicants must know sailing..... and really enjoy it!  


The new owner will be using the boat privately in the Med and chartering for the first summer season followed by a Caribbean winter cruising. Next summer they plans are to be based in Sweden. The expected private useage will be around 4 weeks per year.  When not privately cruising, the yacht will be chartered out through Oyster Charter. 

As a three crewed vessel, willingness to work together as a team is essential.  The Captain may be washing up, the Mate may be assisting in the engine room or helping turn down beds and provision, the Chef maybe standing watches and assisting with deck operations.  Teamwork makes the dream work! :)

TOP TIPS BEFORE APPLYING:

If you’re genuinely interested in this role, take a moment to think about how you present yourself. At this stage, we only know you from your application - so make it count.

Please read the full job description carefully and only apply if you meet the relevant experience and certification requirements.

A few things that really help your application stand out:

• Keep your CV clear, professional and ideally no more than 2 pages
• Include a short profile/objective section about yourself
• Add all relevant experience, qualifications, skills and contact details
• Include at least 3 written references where possible
• Chefs - please include a food portfolio (your own work only please) and any relevant Instagram links
• Upload all relevant and valid certificates as PDFs

Most importantly, complete your application properly through the system so we can review everything in one place.

⚠️ Please apply directly via the “I’m Interested” button only.



Requirements

Mate/Engineer:
Yachtmaster Offshore CE
Prior Mate's experience on 60-80ft sailing vessels or skipper of smaller vessels/flotillas
Engineering skills are a big advantage
Sailing yacht charter / Hospitality experience
Watersports/Diving interest/qualifications

Chef/Stew:
Level 2 Hygiene
Yacht Charter, Ski Chalet or Restaurant experience or similar
Experience provisioning and menu planning

Both: 
Valid ENG 1 / STCW
Teamplayers - on this boat all 3 crew will be expected to help out with stew duties. 
Excellent references
Want to work on sailing yachts (don't lie -its not worth it!) 


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TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK 'IM INTERESTED' - NO EMAILS PLEASE 

TOP TIPS ON HOW TO APPLY:

If you really want this job, think about how you are presenting yourself in the best way.  At the moment, we don't know you. So, how can we get to know you from one little application email? Will we want to find out more about you?
  • Firstly, read the job description thoroughly and only apply if you have the necessary experience.
  • Introduce yourself to us - ensure you send through a good introductory letter/email to accompany your CV.  A blank email receives no response.
  • Keep your CV to 2 pages maximum - include an objective paragraph, all work experience, education, skills, qualifications, basic contact details. 
  • Include at least 3 written references
  • For Chefs, please include your food portfolio (your own food please, not AI generated!!) and any relevant instagram links etc..  
  • Also include a pdf of all your relevant and valid certificates.
Thanks for making that effort. It will help you to get seen. 






Salary: DOE

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