Is a yachting career really for you? Working on a superyacht can be a rewarding career with amazing benefits but make no mistake—it’s not a walk in the park. With the allure of travel, luxury, and an exciting lifestyle, it’s easy to get swept up in the idea that this job is all sunshine and […]
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Training – Checked Job hunting – Checked Interviews – Checked First Job on a yacht – Checked Now the next step is deciding what to pack?! This can be quite daunting, so using a basic packing list can be very helpful. First things first, the BAG… Yes for a soft bag, definitely no hard
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An apprenticeship is a program that trains a worker to become skilled in a particular trade. Apprenticeships combine hands-on work with classroom learning to train the apprentice. Apprenticeships are considered full-time employment. As the apprentice is learning, they are also applying the lessons through working. Apprenticeships have many benefits that can often be overlooked when
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Yacht Crew Agencies receive hundreds of CVs daily. Your aim is to ensure that your CV lands on top of the pile instead of at the bottom. So, how do you achieve this? We’ve compiled a few basic ‘must have’ rules for you to follow to get you’re CV noticed and giving you the best
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From Surgical Rep to Yacht Chef! We are excited to share Jean Tomsett’s story and journey of becoming a yacht chef. “My life path to where I am now has been exhilarating, interesting and occasionally scary. “ This is one of the most inspirational testimonials we have ever received. Jean was a successful surgical rep
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Daniel Hirschberg completed a series of yachting courses including our SYCA course and found a job as a yacht chef within 2 weeks! Lucky or just Determined and Willing to walk the Dock? Hats off to Daniel Hirschberg who recently completed his Superyacht Culinary Training Course with us! We cannot explain how proud we are
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“Light at the end of the Tunnel” And some Great News from one of our Superyacht Culinary Students – Stephanie Pereira. We are delighted to have received this wonderful feedback from Stephanie who successfully completed her course at the beginning of this year. We are super proud of what she has accomplished! Searching for a
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Diary of Superyacht Chef – Jean Turley Diary of a yacht chef is a series of stories that details exactly what its like to be in the industry as a yacht chef – from seeking work, first jobs, experiences and their feelings. Every story is different, and every story teller has something to share that
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(Advise from a chef who has just done it) Posted on February 2, 2015 by shipscook ‘Thanks to a chef for providing this info…’ The Ships cook certificate, like it or lump it……… but its here to stay! Avoid it like a visit to the dentist if you dare but the fact is it’s only
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Consider it carefully because it is life-changing. If you love food, the art of preparation, cooking, presentation and the traveling, then this lifestyle might be for you. A background in food and beverage is helpful. You’ll need to enjoy teamwork and be willing to go to any length to get the job done. I was
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