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TEMP MATE/DECKHAND & CHEF/STEW | Nordia 70

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Previous sailing yacht experience
  • Hands-on approach
  • Practical and proactive
  • Ability to manage interior and prepare meals

Responsibilities

  • Work alongside the Captain in the day-to-day running of the yacht
  • Sailing, watchkeeping, and deck maintenance
  • Guest interaction and general yacht operations
  • Manage the interior while preparing fresh, healthy meals

Key facts

  • Remote from: Anywhere
  • Freelance
  • English

Other skills

  • Proactivity
  • Teamwork

About the company

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Oyster Crew

Staffing & Recruiting

Oyster Yachts was founded in 1973, rapidly establishing an international reputation in the sailing world for performance, quality, comfort and safety. Since new owner and CEO Richard Hadida took the helm in 2018, the company has gone from strength to strength; our first new model, the Oyster 565 won the Bluewater Cruiser of the Year at the British Yachting Awards in 2019Our mission is simple: to design, build and support the finest bluewater sailboats, capable of sailing safely anywhere in the world, in comfort and luxury.At the heart of Oyster are the people: those who design and build them and those who own and love them. Along with Oyster owners, we see ourselves as a family, inspired by each other, the stories we tell and the adventures we have.We are always on the look out for good quality crews to match to our fleet of yachts and owners. Whether it’s adventuring in high latitudes, family cruising around the world or chartering in the Caribbean and Mediterranean, there are plenty of amazing opportunities for aspiring Oyster crews and for those crews already in the Oyster family who are looking to take the next step. If you think you have what it takes, we really look forward to meeting you very soon.

Company details

Company typeSME
IndustryStaffing & Recruiting
Company size201 - 500

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Job description

This is a remote position.

TEMPORARY SEASONAL ROLES | MATE/DECKHAND & CHEF/STEW | SEPTEMBER START | MEDITERRANEAN

We are looking for an experienced Mate/Deckhand and Chef/Stew to join a privately owned Nordia 70 for the remainder of the 2026 Mediterranean season.

These are temporary positions, starting in early September and running until approximately the end of October, making them ideal for crew looking for a short-term opportunity to finish the season aboard a busy cruising yacht.

Plans & Itinerary

Joining in early September, you'll be part of the final stage of the owner's Mediterranean cruising programme. The season will finish in Venice before the yacht returns to Mallorca, with both roles expected to conclude at the end of October.

Mate/Deckhand

We're looking for a hands-on sailor with previous sailing yacht experience to work alongside the Captain in the day-to-day running of the yacht. The role will include sailing, watchkeeping, deck maintenance, guest interaction and general yacht operations.

The ideal candidate will be practical, proactive and enjoy working as part of a small crew where everyone pitches in.

Chef/Stew

This is a dual-role position combining cooking, housekeeping and interior responsibilities. We're looking for someone who can confidently manage the interior while preparing fresh, healthy meals for the owners, occasional&

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