Open Deck/Steward-ess

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on November 24, 2025

#25/1015.

Position Deck/Steward(ess)

Start Date March 2026

Location Valencia, Spain

Salary DOE

Leave Seasonal (min. 6 months)

Contract Seasonal

Vessel Details

104ft Malta-flagged Bill Tripp cutter-rigged sloop. Based in Valencia. First Med season post-refit with private and charter programme. Classic fast cruiser undergoing a comprehensive multi-stage refit.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all sailing ops: hoisting sails, reefing, docking, watches (day and night), VHF, lines, anchoring

• Deck and interior care during and after sailing

• Provide relaxed but professional table service and assist chef

• Maintain guest cabins (4 double, up to 8 guests), deck tidiness and general hospitality

• Drive dinghy (courses/background a plus)

Requirements

• Prior experience on similar-sized sailing yachts

• STCW and ENG1

• Solid sailing knowledge – able to work on deck while heeled over

• Comfortable taking responsibility during night/day watches

• Hands-on with a positive, can-do attitude

• No smoking / dry boat for the crew

• Wine and bartending experience preferred but not essential

Benefits

Great opportunity to gain mileage and build longevity on a respected classic sailing yacht

Supportive team of 4, working closely together in a hands-on and high-standard sailing programme

Apply yquemcaptain@gmail.com

Open Stewardess Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on November 8, 2025

#25/1110.

Position Temporary 2nd Stewardess

Start Date December 2025

Location Palma (preferred)

Salary DOE

Leave Covering leave

Contract Temporary (with potential to become permanent)

Vessel Details

50m private/charter motor yacht with a busy program.

Responsibilities

• Support the interior team during busy guest periods

• Rotate between service, housekeeping, and laundry as required

Requirements

• Minimum 1–2 full seasons’ experience

• Based in Palma preferred

• Solid all-round interior skills

• Positive, adaptable, and professional attitude

Benefits

Chance to join an established program with potential for a permanent role

Apply grillo326@hotmail.com

Open Deck/Stewardess Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on October 15, 2025

#25/1103.

Position Deck/Stew

Start Date Mid October

Location West Palm Beach, USA

Salary Competitive DOE + bonus incentives

Leave Not specified

Contract Permanent

Vessel Details

50m private motor yacht with a great family program. Crew of 11 with mixed nationalities. Winter itinerary includes Bahamas and possibly the Caribbean (TBC).

Responsibilities

• Approx. 1/3 interior (when owner onboard), 2/3 deck

• Guest-facing service duties during trips

• General deck maintenance and exterior support

• Working as part of a dynamic, established team

Requirements

• Confident and energetic with a strong service background

• Previous experience in a similar role

• Must be legally authorized to work in the US

• Positive team player ready to hit the ground running

Benefits

• Excellent longevity incentives

• Supportive, professional crew culture

• Opportunity to travel with an active itinerary

Apply deck50m@outlook.com

Open 2nd Stewardess Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on October 9, 2025

#25/1100.

Position 2nd Stewardess

Start Date ASAP

Location Palma de Mallorca (Med), crossing to Caribbean

Salary €4000

Leave 45 days

Contract Full-time, Private/Charter

Vessel Details

50m motor yacht, dual-season (Med/Caribbean), busy program with back-to-back charters and owner use. Interior team of 3, total crew of 10.

Responsibilities

• Guest service, table settings, theme nights

• Cocktail creation and wine service

• Support with housekeeping and laundry during turnaround

• Contribute to an upbeat, creative and efficient crew culture

Requirements

• Female (due to cabin arrangements)

• 3–4 years’ yachting experience preferred

• Charter experience essential (on vessels 40m+)

• Strong cocktail and wine knowledge

• B1/B2 visa (min. 12 months validity)

• Schengen visa (min. 12 months validity)

• Enthusiastic, creative, and motivated personality

Benefits

Busy charter program, great itinerary and opportunity to shine in service. Join a supportive and professional crew.

Apply 50metermotor@gmail.com

Temporary Deck/Stewardess

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on October 7, 2025

Start Date 10 November 2025

Location Valencia, Spain (Departure) / Caribbean (Service in St. Maarten)

Salary DOE

Leave N/A

Contract 3 Months (10 Nov 2025 – 28 Feb 2026)

Vessel Details

Private Sailing Yacht (Marshall Islands flag). Departing Valencia 15 November for Atlantic crossing to St. Maarten. Owner trip from 28 Dec – 13 Jan, followed by charters until end of February.

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy, Mediterranean-style meals

• Maintain interior cleanliness

• Support deck operations and assist with maintenance

• Night watches during crossing

• Light nanny duties (2 children: ages 2 & 5)

Requirements

• STCW and ENG1 (or equivalent)

• Confident cook with fresh, simple cuisine focus

• Positive, can-do attitude

• Comfortable at sea and with night watches

• Sailing experience not essential, but helpful

Benefits

Work on a beautiful sailing yacht, combining Atlantic adventure, private guest service, and Caribbean charter.

Apply gregory@theflyingfish.eu

Open Deckhand Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on October 6, 2025

#25/1099.

Position: Deckhand – 42m J-Class
Start Date: December trial- Full time January
Location: Malta
Salary: DOE
Leave: Standard
Open to Male & Female candidates
Contract Type: Permanent
Qualification Required: Yachtmaster Offshore
Experience: At least one season

The Yacht:
Private 42m Sailing Yacht
Itinerary: Eastern Mediterranean (Summer 2026) potential 1-2 regattas
Winter 2026 large refit- Palma

We are looking for a highly competent and motivated sailor with a strong deck background. Good work ethic, hands on approach and good knowledge of deck maintenance.

This yacht is a great environment to learn and progress in your deck career, with plenty of opportunity to build experience working with and learning from an experienced deck team.

Requirements
• Yachtmaster Offshore
• ENG1 (No restrictions) and STCW up to date.
• EU Passport
• Competent water-sports & tender driving skills
• Excellent sailing with racing background and seamanship skills

Email CV’s to: Deck.job42@gmail.com

Open Chef Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on September 14, 2025

#25/1090.

Position Sole Chef

Start Date 25 September 2025

Location TBC

Salary DOE

Leave Standard

Contract Full-time

Vessel Details

55m private sailing yacht. Male-only position due to cabin arrangements. SY experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare guest and crew meals daily

• Handle provisioning, including in remote areas

• Maintain a clean, organized galley

• Menu planning in line with dietary needs/preferences

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year yacht experience as sole chef

• Culinary trained with strong restaurant background

• Excellent time management and organization

• Passionate, energetic, hands-on, and self-motivated

Benefits

• Solid position on a well-run private SY

• Opportunity for autonomy and creativity in the galley

• Friendly, professional crew

Apply yachtbris2025@outlook.com

Open Temporary Chef Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on September 10, 2025

#25/1089.

Position Chef (Temp – Atlantic Crossing)

Start Date 20 November 2025

Location Palma de Mallorca – Santa Lucia

Salary DOE

Leave N/A

Contract Temporary (3 weeks)

Vessel Details

UK-flagged 23m CNB77 (2010), privately owned sailing yacht, recently refitted and preparing for Atlantic crossing.

Responsibilities

• Provisioning before departure

• Cooking for the crew (4–6 pax) during the crossing

• Maintain a clean galley and manage supplies

Requirements

• Previous experience cooking at sea

• Ability to plan meals for an offshore crossing

• Calm under pressure, adaptable, team player

Benefits

• Short-term contract for experienced sea chefs

• Friendly crew and well-maintained boat

• Opportunity to join future crossings or trips

Apply odithhawatt@gmail.com

Open Stew/Deckhand Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on September 10, 2025

#25/1088.

Position Stew/Deckhand

Start Date October/November 2025

Location Palma de Mallorca (Atlantic Crossing + World Cruising)

Salary €2,500–€3,000 DOE

Leave Standard rotation (to be discussed)

Contract Permanent

Vessel Details

UK-flagged 23m CNB77 (2010), privately owned, just completed a full refit. Fast and solid performance sailing yacht with global cruising plans.

Responsibilities

• Interior and deck maintenance

• Assisting with sailing operations

• Occasional cooking support

• General support during passages and guest trips

Requirements

• Solid experience on sailing yachts

• High attention to detail and cleanliness

• Positive and flexible attitude

• Willingness to travel and commit to the program

• Cooking skills a plus

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Crew insurance

• Friendly owner and experienced skipper

• Hands-on experience on a world cruising yacht

Apply odithhawatt@gmail.com

Open Officer Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on September 10, 2025

#25/1087.

OFFICER POSITION – 130ft (40m) Motor Yacht | Private / Occasional Charter

Flag: Jamaican

Itinerary: Winters in Fort Lauderdale / Summers in the Bahamas

Contract: Full-time

Start Date: September

Salary: $5,000–$7,000 DOE

Leave: 31 days per year

Crew: 8

A 130ft private motor yacht is seeking an experienced and motivated Officer. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 1 year in a similar role or is ready to step up from a Bosun or experienced deckhand position.

Requirements:

• Minimum 200GT Yachtmaster

• Valid Passport

• B1/B2 Visa

• STCW and all required certifications

• Must be able to confidently drive a 52ft Midnight Express

• Physically fit and healthy

Responsibilities:

• Administrative and safety management duties

• Oversee and manage deck crew and discipline

• Organise and lead regular safety drills

• Navigation, watchkeeping, and deck operations

• Maintain deck inventory and oversee maintenance routines

• Strong knowledge of ISM/ISPS

• General maintenance skills including varnishing, carpentry, painting, rust removal

• Familiarity with water sports operations

• Confident communicator and effective leader

To Apply:

Email your CV and documents to: decktobridge@hotmail.com

Or send via WhatsApp to: +27 72 792 5613