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 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

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 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 Deckhand Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on August 23, 2025

#25/1072.

Position Deckhand

Start Date 27th August 2025

Location Northern Spain to Gibraltar (Atlantic Crossing)

Salary DOE

Leave Short-term with possibility to go permanent

Contract Temporary (27 Aug – 30 Sept 2025, with potential extension)

Vessel Details 37m classic private motor yacht with 6 crew, preparing for an Atlantic passage from Northern Spain to Gibraltar. Classic charm with an experienced team.

Responsibilities Deck maintenance and daily operations, navigational watches (OOW-level), and tender driving when required. Flexibility and team spirit essential for smooth passage and potential long-term integration.

Requirements

  • STCW & ENG1
  • OOW watchkeeping ability
  • Tender driving experience
  • Availability for the full period (27 Aug – 30 Sept)
  • Enthusiastic team player

Benefits Opportunity to gain experience on a classic yacht during an Atlantic coastal voyage, with a chance to be considered for a longer-term position.

Apply crewexperienceonboard@gmail.com

Open Deckhand/Steward-ess Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on June 18, 2025

#25/1026.

Position Deck/Steward(ess)

Start Date ASAP

Location Alcúdia, Mallorca

Salary DOE

Leave TBC

Contract Seasonal with Potential for Full-Time

Vessel Details 26m classic private motorboat accommodating up to 6 guests. Currently based in Alcúdia, Mallorca. Med season cruising, with possible winter lay-up in Alcúdia.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with all exterior duties: mooring, washdowns, tender handling
  • Interior housekeeping and guest service
  • Support provisioning and occasional meal service
  • Maintain high standards of presentation throughout the vessel

Requirements

  • Previous yachting experience preferred
  • Strong multitasking ability across both deck and interior
  • Hands-on attitude and professional demeanor
  • Fluent in English

Benefits

Opportunity for the role to become full-time. Stable cruising schedule with a small, personable crew and private program.

Apply christianstarmer@gmail.com

Open Deckhand/Stewardess Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on June 15, 2025

#25/1024.

Position Deckhand / Stew

Start Date Immediate

Location Mediterranean (Sardinia, Sicily, Croatia, Montenegro; returning to Palma)

Salary €3,000/month

Leave End of August

Contract Seasonal (July–August)

Vessel Details 70’ private sailing yacht, UK-flagged. Family-oriented, no charter. Female captain. Owner enjoys driving the boat.

Responsibilities

  • 80% deck duties, 20% light interior tasks
  • Assist with sailing, mooring, and maintenance
  • Occasional galley help during deliveries
  • Support a small, hands-on crew team

Requirements

  • STCW, ENG1
  • PB2
  • RYA Day Skipper or Coastal Skipper (YM Offshore a plus)
  • Minimum one season of yachting experience
  • Strong sailing knowledge and deck confidence
  • Attention to detail and good attitude
  • Fit, active, no smoking or drinking onboard

Benefits

  • Opportunity to gain hands-on sailing experience with a female-led crew
  • Chance to drive a Salpa Soleil 33
  • Travel across some of the most scenic Mediterranean locations

Apply bruncant@me.com

Open Lead Deckhand Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on May 18, 2025

Theflyingfish #25/0993.

Position Lead Deckhand

Start Date ASAP

Location Mediterranean

Salary Not specified

Contract MCA Seasonal (Potential to become permanent)

Vessel Details

40m private sailing yacht, Med-based, single season

Responsibilities

Lead deck operations and assist in navigation duties

Confidently operate and manage tenders

Support team with all exterior maintenance and guest-related tasks

Requirements

2–3 years of experience on sailing yachts 30m+

Yachtmaster Offshore

Powerboat Level 2 (PBL2)

Confident leader with excellent deck skills

No drama – positive, team-oriented mindset

EU-based male candidates only (due to cabin arrangements)

Benefits

Potential for permanent contract

Professional, supportive environment

Apply yachtservicemalta@gmail.com

Open Deckhand Position

Gregory C. Y. Piatkowski on May 14, 2025

#25/0999.

Position Deckhand

Start Date Late May

Location Europe (Med/Caribbean dual season)

Salary DOE (USD)

Leave 60 days per year

Contract Permanent

Vessel Details 75m private/charter motor yacht with dual season program; 3 charters booked for this Med summer, one starting 1st June.

Responsibilities General deck duties, guest operations, and support during charter trips.

Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year of experience on 60m+ vessels
  • Guest experience essential
  • Male candidate (due to cabin arrangement)
  • B1/B2 visa or American Passport/Green Card
  • Schengen visa if applicable

Benefits Salary DOE, 2 return flights per year, solid charter program, excellent team.

Apply crew@saltwaterrecruitment.com

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