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Good chefs are in demand, yet the allure of restaurant kitchens is fast disappearing. This undeniable truth is creating a significant paradigm shift within the culinary world, as a growing number of highly skilled professionals are actively stepping away from the traditional restaurant grind in favour of a more flexible, often more lucrative, path: private […]

We’ve often been asked – why do I need to complete a culinary course for yachting when I already have a culinary diploma? Although the skills required for cooking are the same, the practical application of working on a yacht as a chef presents its own challenges, many of which land-based chefs may not understand.

Quay Crew has just released The Junior Crew Recruitment and Retention Report, based on survey results from 100 Captains on superyachts between 39 m and 120 m+, which uncovers trends that every yacht should be aware of, from rising turnover rates to the factors driving talented junior crew away. The numbers: The average turnover of

The US yachting season is just around the corner, and whether you’re a seasoned yacht chef or aspiring to join the galley crew, now is the perfect time to hone your culinary skills. Life on board demands adaptability, creativity, and the ability to produce high-quality meals in often challenging conditions. Elevating your cooking prowess before

Recently we’ve had a flurry of enquiries around the Ship’s Cook certificate and how to obtain one. Here’s the short and sweet – there is no short and sweet.  The ship’s cook certificate was put into place by the MCA to verify that crew working in the gallery are in fact qualified to do so. 

When I first joined yachting as a deckhand, the thing that hit me hardest was not the long hours or the crazy work; it was the money. Suddenly, I was earning in euros, living on board with almost no expenses, and watching my account grow faster than it ever had before. But here is the

Yachting is often associated with luxury, adventure and the allure of the open sea. However, behind the glamorous facade lies a profession that comes with its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to personal safety. For crew members and in particular, stewardesses, working in close quarters with guests and colleagues in remote locations

Recent clarifications from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials are sending ripples through the yachting industry, particularly regarding visa regulations for non-U.S. crew members. A recent conference, attended by one of our crew, shed light on crucial points that all crew, captains and management companies need to understand to avoid potential legal pitfalls. Here’s