Open Chef Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 14, 2026

#26/0038.

Position Chef

Start Date Mid April 2026

Location Mediterranean

Salary DOE

Leave Seasonal (6-month contract)

Contract Seasonal

Vessel Details 45m performance sailing yacht with a Mediterranean cruising program and racing activity during the season.

Responsibilities Manage the galley and provisioning, preparing meals for guests and crew while maintaining high hygiene standards. Adapt menus to suit an active sailing environment and varied guest preferences.

Requirements Previous yacht chef experience preferred. Sailing yacht experience required. Ability to produce high-quality meals while operating efficiently in a sailing galley environment.

Benefits Seasonal position on an active sailing yacht with an experienced crew and competitive package.

Apply Maricha3captain@gmail.com

Open Deckhand Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 14, 2026

#26/0037.

Position Deckhand

Start Date Mid April 2026

Location Mediterranean

Salary DOE

Leave Seasonal (6-month contract)

Contract Seasonal

Vessel Details 45m performance sailing yacht operating an active Mediterranean sailing program with racing participation.

Responsibilities Assist with sailing operations, deck maintenance, mooring, anchoring and exterior upkeep. Support race preparation and maintain high deck standards throughout the season.

Requirements Sailing yacht experience required. Racing experience highly desirable. Strong seamanship skills and ability to work within an active sailing crew environment.

Benefits Excellent opportunity for sailors looking to gain experience on a high-performance sailing yacht.

Apply Maricha3captain@gmail.com

Open 2nd Stewardess Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 14, 2026

#26/0036.

Position Second Stewardess

Start Date Mid April 2026

Location Mediterranean

Salary DOE

Leave Seasonal (6-month contract)

Contract Seasonal

Vessel Details 45m performance sailing yacht running an active Mediterranean cruising program with a strong sailing focus.

Responsibilities Assist with all interior duties including guest service, housekeeping, laundry and maintaining high presentation standards. Support the Chief Stewardess during guest operations.

Requirements Previous yacht experience required. Sailing yacht experience essential. Racing experience considered a plus. Strong service skills and ability to work within a structured interior team.

Benefits Work on a performance sailing yacht with a professional crew environment.

Apply Maricha3captain@gmail.com

Open Chief Stewardess Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 14, 2026

#26/0035.

Position Chief Stewardess

Start Date Mid April 2026

Location Mediterranean

Salary DOE

Leave Seasonal (6-month contract)

Contract Seasonal

Vessel Details 45m performance sailing yacht operating an active Mediterranean program. The yacht focuses heavily on sailing performance and occasional racing events.

Responsibilities Manage the interior department, oversee housekeeping, service and laundry operations, and ensure high guest hospitality standards. Coordinate interior operations during guest trips and maintain excellent presentation across all interior areas.

Requirements Previous experience as Chief Stewardess on similar vessels. Sailing yacht experience required. Racing yacht experience considered a strong advantage. Professional leadership skills and ability to manage a small interior team.

Benefits Opportunity to work on a high-performance sailing program with an experienced sailing crew and competitive seasonal package.

Apply Maricha3captain@gmail.com

Open Chef/Stew Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 14, 2026

#26/0033.

Position Cook/Stew/Deck 

Start Date April 25th

Location Mediterranean (summer), single season

Salary DOE (up to €4k)

Contract Seasonal 

Vessel Details

18m Sailing Catamaran. Private, 2 crew, family usage (all adults)

Responsibilities

• Cooking light, healthy meals

• Managing the interior

• Sailing

Requirements

• Previous sailing, cooking, interior yachting experience 

• Tender driving skills

Apply erica@elcrewco.com

Open Bosun Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 11, 2026

#26/0029.

Position Bosun

Start Date ASAP

Location Fort Lauderdale / Bahamas / Mediterranean

Salary DOE

Leave DOE

Contract Permanent

Vessel Details 44m private motor yacht currently in Fort Lauderdale completing a short shipyard period. The vessel will cruise the Bahamas before crossing to the Mediterranean for the summer season.

Responsibilities Lead all deck operations including tender driving, watersports setup, deck maintenance, and guest operations. Oversee anchoring, docking, watchkeeping, and ensure the vessel’s exterior is maintained to high standards while supervising deck crew.

Requirements Yachtmaster 200 minimum with watchkeeping experience. Valid STCW, ENG1, B1/B2, and Schengen visa required. Strong tender driving ability and solid deck maintenance skills. Confident managing deck operations and guest activities. Male candidate required due to cabin arrangements.

Apply volareyacht@outlook.com

Open Delivery Deck Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 7, 2026

#26/0026.

Position Deck Delivery Crew

Start Date 8 April 2026

Location St. Maarten → Barcelona

Salary Paid delivery (DOE)

Leave One-way crossing

Contract Delivery / Temporary

Vessel Details Privilege 580 sailing catamaran conducting an Atlantic delivery from the Caribbean to Barcelona.

Responsibilities Assist with offshore watchkeeping, sail handling, deck operations, and general support during the Atlantic crossing.

Requirements Yachtmaster Offshore or Ocean. Valid ENG1 and Seaman’s Book. Significant offshore sailing experience and strong sea legs. Candidates should be located in or near the Caribbean and preferably planning to remain in Europe after arrival.

Apply deliverycrew@mymlancatamaran.com

Open Mate Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on March 6, 2026

#26/0030.

Position Mate

Start Date ASAP

Location Mediterranean

Salary €4,000

Leave TBC

Contract Permanent

Vessel Details 32m private/charter sailing yacht operating a Mediterranean summer program.

Responsibilities Manage deck operations, assist with sailing maneuvers, maintain exterior standards, support safety procedures, and assist with engineering duties when required.

Requirements YM Offshore (Sail), AEC 1 & 2, STCW, and ENG1 required. Strong hands-on sailing experience. Safety-minded, organised, proactive, and confident running a deck. EU-based candidates preferred.

Benefits Flights and medical provided.

Apply sailingyacht105@gmail.com

Open Bosun Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on February 22, 2026

#26/0026.

Position Bosun

Start Date ASAP

Location TBC

Salary €4,500–€5,000 DOE

Leave TBC

Contract Permanent

Vessel Details 67m motor yacht operating a stable long-term program. Professional deck department with strong focus on standards and team performance.

Responsibilities Lead and manage the deck team. Oversee all deck operations, maintenance, and product management. Maintain exterior to high standards. Coordinate deck schedules and ensure safe operations. Support Captain and senior crew with deck planning and execution.

Requirements Minimum Yachtmaster Offshore. Proven experience as Bosun or strong Lead Deckhand ready to step up. Solid knowledge of deck operations, products, and maintenance procedures. Strong leadership, organisation, and attention to detail. Ability to motivate and manage team professionally.

Benefits Excellent long-term opportunity on a well-run program.

Apply capt.dicintio@hotmail.com

Open Chef/Stewardess Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on February 17, 2026

#26/0020.

Position Cook/Stew
Start Date May 2026
Location Bodrum/Turkey
Salary DOE
Contract Seasonal (possible work next season)

Vessel Details
Private Oyster885 sailing yacht preparing for the 2026 season. Cruising in the Eastern Mediterranean and Aegean Sea.
Responsibilities

  • Interior service and housekeeping
  • High-standard guest service
  • Maintaining interior cleanliness and organisation
  • Healthy mediterranean cooking
  • High-standards of coffee and tea service aperitifs serving
  • Helping mooring operations

Requirements

  • Minimum 1–2 seasons yachting experience
  • Fluent English
  • Valid documents to work in Europe
  • Valid STCW95 and ENG1
  • Positive, proactive, and team-oriented
  • Strong attention to detail

Apply: captain.oyster885@gmail.com