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• 3 on 1 off rotational
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1
• Experience: 1- 2 years
• Salary: 4300 USD
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, PBII, Yachtmaster Offshore (ideally)
• Experience: 1 year mínimum
• Salary: depending on experience in $US
• 4:2 rotation
• Experience: 2 years
• Salary: 3500 euros

• Qualifications: Chief mate 3000
• Experience: 3 years +
• Salary: 7000 euros
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, Food Hygiene Level 2
• Experience: 1 Year +
• Salary: 4000 to 4500EUR (DOE)
• Qualifications: -
• Experience: 2 Years +
• Salary: 4000EUR
• Permanent (No rotation)
• Qualifications: Y1 or Unlimited
• Experience: Commercial and 1 Season + of Yachting Ideally
• Salary: 8500EUR
• Salary: DOE
• Temporary (6 Months)
• Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, Food Hygiene Level 2, Driver’s License
• Salary: 5000EUR

Mediterranean

We are looking for a Bosun/OOW to join this 85m private/charter dual season MY currently in Europe preparing for a November crossing. The Ideal candidate will need to already have an OOW 3000gt in place Established time on board large yacht of 60m + Having lead a strong team Salary: EUR 5,500 + Charter tips Start date: Mid October Leave: 90 days a year (Flexible) Performance Bonuses and 13 month bonus (pro rate) Awesome training package in place!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced captain to take command of a 55m MY.

This is a permanent position with a Mediterranean cruising schedule and a generous winter off-season. The yacht is privately owned, offers a competitive salary, and operates with an experienced crew. It is ideal for a captain looking to step into a well-established and supportive environment.

Start Date: 4 weeks Salary: Competitive, with generous benefits Leave: 4 months off a year (to be taken during the winter)

We are currently looking for an experienced Stewardess to join this 80m(+-) Private/Charter MY.

Candidates will ideally have 6 months+ experience on similar sized vessels & be confident in all aspects of the interior.

This is a very busy programme so someone who is used to fast paced environments.

Must have right to work in the EU & B1B2 is a plus!

Salary: 3300-3500 EUR DOE Leave: 4:2 Rotation (120 days) Start date: 1st October

Seeking a 2nd stew/relief chief stew to join this dynamic world cruising 50m MY.

You will be managing the interior when the chief stew goes on leave, so you must be confident in leading another stew. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience as a minimum. B1B2 Visa in hand

Start: Negotiable Salary: 4500 USD + DOE Standard leave

• Our client is looking for an experienced Head Chef to join this exciting, worldwide cruising, 60m, expedition vessel. • This is a time for time rotational position with an incredible itinerary and lovely owners – it would be a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate! • The vessel is currently in the yard but due to launch at the end of the month after which they will become worldwide cruising with mentions of heading through the Northwest Passage, then to the Pacific and Asia. • Candidates must have proven longevity on vessels of a similar size, along with at least 5 years in the industry and a background in fine dining / Michelin starred restaurants. • You will be working alongside a sous chef so must be able to work well within a team and have excellent leadership skills. • The crew are all social, fun and have a great family-feel vibe onboard, they’d love someone who can fit in with them! • Start date: 1st November • Leave: 2:2 rotation • Salary: 8000 – 10 000 USD (dependant on experience) • Schengen & B1B2 preferred

We are currently looking for a 3rd Stew/Service Stewardess for this 65m world cruising private/charter MY.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an amazing crew with incredible itinerary.

Although this is predominantly a service role, candidates must be confident in all aspects of the interior & have previous experience in a similar role.

Package: Salary: 3800-4000 USD DOE Leave: 48 days Start date: 2-3 weeks

We are currently looking for a 3rd Stewardess for this Private 55m MY.

Candidates will ideally hold around 1 year of experience in the industry.

This position will be rotating through all aspects of the interior so you will need to be confident in Housekeeping, Laundry & Service.

B1B2 is required due to cruising itinerary.

Start date: November Salary: 4000 USD DOE 38 days leave

We are looking for a Bosun to join this 90m private/charter dual season MY currently in Europe preparing for a November crossing.

The ideal candidate will need to have OOW 3000gt in place Established time on board large yacht of 60m + Having lead a strong team Salary: EUR 5,500 + Charter tips Start date: Mid October Leave: 90 days a year (Flexible) Performance Bonuses and 13 month bonus (pro rate) Training package in place

Visas: B1/B2 and Schengen in hand

We are currently looking for a Stewardess for a 70m Private/Charter MY.

Candidates will ideally have 1 year of experience in the industry.

This role will be mainly service but you must be comfortable in all aspects of the interior.

B1B2 a plus!

This is a great boat with a fantastic programme.

Salary: 3000 EUR Start date: 2 weeks Leave: 5:1 (60 days)

We are looking for a 2nd Stewardess for this 50m (+-) Private MY.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years experience in the industry & be confident in all aspect of the interior.

MUST have B1B2 in hand due to vessels' itinerary.

Start date: ASAP Salary: 5000 USD Leave: 60 days

We are currently looking for a Junior Stewardess for this 50m (+-) Private MY.

Candidates will ideally have a seasons experience but we will also consider green candidates with daywork experience.

You must have a B1B2 in hand due to vessels location/cruising itinerary.

Start date: ASAP Salary: 3500 USD- Rising to 4000 USD after successful probation Leave: 60 days

Private Island – Deck/Marine Engineer

We are looking for someone to join this privately used and successfully chartered island in the Caribbean.

Start: October

Salary: DOE

Marine Mechanic/ Technician – (Yamaha Knowledge)

-              Managing 2 other staff members (marine/water sports team)

-              This is a very hands-on position you will need to be able to operate all tenders and water sports operations.

-              This is a front-of-house role, you will be dealing directly with UHNWI’s

-              Servicing Yamaha engines and Yamaha jet skis

-              Taking guests on tender runs

-              Taking guests fishing & snorkelling 

-              Watersports with guests

Qualifications/Requirements

-              STCW

-              Yacht Master 200T - desirable - not compulsory

-              Boat Mechanic certificate

-              Mechanically minded (background in yachting)

-              Familiar with navigating in Caribbean waters

-              Carpentry skills

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-              Competitive salary

-              Private accommodation

-              Medical insurance

-              4 weeks paid holiday

-              More information to follow upon interviews.

United States

Currently seeking a 2nd stew with a minimum of 2 years of experience to join this private, world cruising 55m.

You will be joining an interior team of 4 and must be confident in leading service occasionally in the chief stew's absence. Candidates must be confident in all aspects of the interior. B1B2 Visa in hand due to imminent start date and vessel's current location.

Start: ASAP Salary: 4500-5000 USD 42 days of leave.

We are currently looking for a 3rd Stewardess to join this 75m Private/ Charter MY.

Candidates will ideally have a minimum of 1 year experience in the industry & be confident in all aspects of the interior.

B1B2 would be a huge plus

Start date: ASAP Salary: DOE

Currently seeking a service stewardess with around two years of industry experience to join this private world cruising 100m MY.

Longevity of 1 year or more on a 70m+ is required due to current longevity on board.

Start: 1st November 3:1 rotation Salary: 3700 USD DOE

We are looking for an experienced Deck/Stew to join the 60m Private MY with a true world cruising itinerary.

The ideal candidate would have at least 1 - 2 seasons of experience on a similar-sized vessel, working both interior and exterior and with tender driving experience. Only candidates with a B1B2 visa would be considered.

This position is open to female candidates only due to cabin arrangements. Start date: ASAP Salary: $3500 Leave: 38 days

Qualifications: STCW10, ENG1, Powerboat Level 2

We are seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to join a private 40m Motor Yacht.

The ideal candidate will have around 3 years of experience in a similar role.

Y3 is Required along with relevant qualifications

Start date - 18th September 2024 Salary - 9000EUR + DOE 5:1 Rotation

Visas Required: Schengen in hand due to vessels current location and cruising itinerary.

We are looking for an experienced Deck / Stew to join this Private / Charter 30+m SY.

The ideal candidate would have at least 1 years+ of experience on similar size vessel and experienced and a good understanding of how to sail. Full time Deckhand off charter and 60/40 Stew on Charter. Candidates with a B1B2 visa and located in the Med would be highly desirable.

This position is open to female candidates only due to cabin arrangements. Start date: 1 Oct 2024 Salary: DOE Leave: 38 days

We're looking for an experienced Bosun to join this Private / Charter 50m MY.

An ideal candidate would have at least 3 years + on yachts of a similar size and a Yachtmaster Offshore in hand. Large tender driving experience is heavily preferred, as well as diving skills or qualifications. Only candidates with B1B2 visa will be considered.

This opportunity is open to male candidates only due to cabin arrangements.

Start date: ASAP Salary: USD4500+ Leave: 38 Days

Qualifications: YM Offshore, STCW10, ENG1

Currently seeking a chief stew to join this 60m private/Charter dual season MY.

Interior team of 4. Candidates must hold 5 years of industry experience with previous charter experience as chief stew on a similar size.

Start: Negotiable Salary: 6500-7000 USD Time for time rotation

Schengen and B1B2 visa in hand is required due to the current location

Seeking an experienced chief stewardess to join this private 80m MY.

Candidates must hold a minimum of 18 months of chief stew experience with consecutive longevity of one year or more in previous roles.

Start: October Time for time rotation

Salary: 7000 USD +/-

STCW, ENG1, Food Hygiene Level 2, Valid Drivers License, Accounting and Computer Skills

- Our client is looking for an experienced Spa Stew to join this private/ charter, 90m, dual-season motoryacht - This is an excellent vessel, with lovely American owners and long-standing crew - Candidates must have yachting experience and be highly qualified in various massage and beauty treatments. - Candidates must be proficient in mani/ pedis gel and regular polish, deep tissue massage, sports massage, hot stone massage, head massage, and facials. - Start date: ASAP - Salary: 4500 euro DOE - Leave: 90 days - 3:1 rotation - B1B2 ESSENTIAL (do not apply if you do not have this in hand)

We are looking for an experienced Deckhand to join this Private / Light Charter 70m+ MY.

The ideal candidate would have at least 2 years+ of experience on similar size vessel and Yacht master in hand. We are looking for a good tender driver who is comfortable with driving tenders up to 30ft. Candidates with a B1B2 visa and located in the Med would be highly desirable.

This position is open to male candidates only due to cabin arrangements. Start date: Sept 2024 Salary: DOE Leave: 5:1

Qualifications: STCW10, ENG1, YM Offshore

Currently seeking a full time co-manager with experience in six star level of service for a luxury villa in the Pacific.

The ideal candidate will be familiar with all technical aspects of property management, maintain a substantial knowledge of electrical systems and maintenance, and will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of a luxurious villa. The candidate will live on the property all year (Vacation days excluded)

Accommodation provided.

More details to follow upon the interview.

Currently seeking an experienced lead housekeeper to join this private/charter 90m MY.

You will be stepping up to relief HOH for 2 months of your rotation, the other 2 months as lead. Great opportunity to take on more responsibility! There is exceptional longevity on this vessel and a great cruising itinerary.

3 years + of experience on similar sized vessels is required with proven longevity.

Start: September/October Salary: 4500 euros + tips 4:2 rotation

Currently seeking a 2nd Stew to join this private/charter 50m MY.

The vessel is based in America/Caribbean. Interior team of 4. Candidates must have charter experience and 2.5 years of industry experience. B1B2 visa in hand due to vessels current location.

Start: 14th September Salary: 5000 USD + DOE 38 days of leave

We are looking for an experienced Deckhand/Paramedic for this Private/Charter 70m+ expedition-style MY with an off-the-beaten-track itinerary.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience on a similar-sized vessel as Deckhand, who is a trained Paramedic, or a Nurse with Trauma / A&E Experience would be considered.

The position is open to male or female candidates.

Start date: 1 Nov / 1 Dec 2024 Salary: DOE Leave: 3:1

Qualifications: STCW, ENG1, YM Offshore (preferred)

We are urgently looking for an experienced temp Stewardess for this 55m Private MY.

The position is to start on 21st (this Wednesday) for about 1 week to help cover leave during a guest trip.

Salary: Day rate DOE Start: ASAP

We are currently looking for a temporary Head Chef for this 76m Private/Charter MY.

This is position will be a 2-4 week contract only.

Candidates must have previous experience as a Head Chef on board a 50m+ MY with excellent organisational skills.

You will be working alongside the Sous Chef who is well established in their role.

Must have rights to work within the EU.

Start date: 1st Sept Salary: Day rate DOE

We are currently looking for an experience Lead HK Stew for this 70m Private/Charter MY.

This will be a temporary role with the possibility to go permanent for the right candidate,.

Candidates must have 3+ years in the industry & experience in a Lead Role on a similar sized vessel.

Must have right to work in the EU.

Start date: 2nd Sept Salary: 4500 EUR DOE

We are currently looking for a temporary Spa/HK Stewardess for this 70m Private/Charter MY.

Candidates must be qualified in Facials, Massage & Nails & be confident in Housekeeping as you will be between HK & treatments.

A minimum of 1 years experience required in the industry in a similar role.

You will ideally be based in the EU currently.

This position is for a 1 month contract.

Salary: DOE Start date: 2nd Sept

We are currently looking for a TEMP Sous Chef for this 63m(+-) MY.

Candidates must have at least 2 years experience in the industry & as a chef. Ideally you will have skills as a pastry chef.

This is a temporary role for 3 months only.

You must have rights to work in the EU due to cruising itinerary.

Salary: DOE Start: 1st week of Sept

We are currently looking for a 3rd/Crew Chef for this 95m Private MY.

Candidates must have experience in a similar role on a similar sized vessel & be confident cooking healthy & nutritious meals for crew.

You will ideally have 1+ year in the industry as crew chef.

B1B2 is essential for this position due to cruising itinerary.

Start date: Early Sept Salary: 5000 USD Leave: 90 days

Currently seeking an experienced stewardess to join this private, 45m MY.

This position would suit candidates looking for a quieter programme that offers a more work-life balance. Always in port, single-season itinerary. 1 year of experience or more Floristry experience would be beneficial, but there is time to train.

Start: no later than the 4th of September Salary: 3000-4000 euros ++ DOE 60 days of leave - more to be discussed during interview

We are currently looking for a Crew Chef to join this 40m+ MY

Candidates must have experience in a similar position & have at least 1 year in the industry.

You will be confident working in the galley, catering for crew & be highly motivated.

Must have rights to work in the EU.

Package: Start date: ASAP Leave: 60 days Salary DOE

Currently seeking a Stew/Masseuse to join this private dual season 70m MY.

The ideal candidate will hold 6 months - 1 year of experience in yachting, and hold extensive land based experience working in a spa/ with clients. Additional skills such as mani/pedis would be a huge plus but not essential.

Start: ASAP Salary: up to 5000 USD DOE 5:1 rotation

We are currently looking for a Stewardess to join this 70m+ Private/Charter MY.

Candidates will ideally have a minimum of 6 month experience in the industry & be confident in all aspects of the interior.

You will be rotating through Laundry, Housekeeping & Service.

B1B2 would be advantageous due to vessels cruising itinerary but not essential.

Start date: 14th Sept Salary: DOE Leave: 5:1 (60 days)

We are seeking an experienced Deckhand to join this Private 70+m MY.

An ideal candidate would have at least 2 years+ of experience on yachts 50m+ in size and Yacthmasters in hand. Only candidates located in Europe or the UK will be considered and with a B1B2 visa.

This position is open to male candidates only due to cabin arrangements. Start date: 1 Oct 2024 Salary: EUR3300 Leave: 3:1

Seeking a SEASONAL 2nd stew to join this private 50m MY.

Candidates must hold 3 years of experience + and be very comfortable leading service with a solid eye for detail in housekeeping and laundry. Relief chief stew duties over the course of 5 months.

Crew of 11. Cruising the East Coast, Caribbean and Florida - B1B2 in hand is required.

Start: August - January +/- Salary: 5000 USD +/- DOE 38 days of leave

We are currently looking for a Sole Chef to join this 40m+ MY to manage galley.

You will be confident working in the galley, catering for for guests & crew & be highly motivated.

Start date: ASAP Leave: 60 days Salary DOE

Seeking a service stew with 1 - 2 years of experience to join this amazing world cruising 100m++ Private/light charter MY.

Service experience is a must on an 80m+ B1B2 in hand is required.

Start: September or before Salary: DOE in euros 3:1

We are looking for an experienced competent Mate/Engineer to join this duel season Charter/Private 30m SY.

An ideal candidate would have at least 2 years experience onboard a similar-sized Sailing Yacht, a B1B2 and Schengen visas in hand.

Male only due to cabin arrangements. Start Date: End of Sept Salary: €4500+ DOE Leave: 38 days

Qualifications: YM Offshore, STCW, ENG1, AEC1&2

We are looking for an experienced Female Deckhand to join this Charter/Private 60m MY.

An ideal candidate would have at least 3 Seasons' experience onboard a similar-sized vessel, a B1B2 visa, and Yachtmasters in hand. Start Date: End of September Salary: €3000+ DOE Leave: 5:1 (60 days scheduled)

Qualifications: YM Offshore, STCW, ENG1

We are looking for an experienced Deckhand to join this Charter/Private 60m MY.

We're looking for an experienced Deckhand to join this exciting world cruising Private 100+m MY.

An ideal candidate would have 1 year of consecutive experience on a similar-sized vessel and a B1B2 visa in hand.

Diving experience is essential. Open to male or female candidates.

Start Date: Sept 2024 Salary: DOE Leave: 3:1

Qualifications: YM Offshore, STCW, PDSD, ENG1, NWR 11/4 or 11/5 (preferred)

Currently seeking an experienced stewardess to join this private world cruising 60m MY.

Candidates must hold two full seasons of experience and be confident in laundry, service and housekeeping. You will be joining a lovely interior team and crew.

Diving heavy programme on board - a possible opportunity to do some diving too.

Start: 1st September Salary: 350 USD + depending on experience 48 days of leave

We are currently looking for a Stewardess for this 95m Private/Charter MY. Candidates must ideally have 1+ seasons experience in the industry on similar sized vessels & be confident in housekeeping with some service experience. You will need a Schengen visa or rights to work within the EU. Start date: Mid Sept Salary: DOE Rotation: 3:1

Are you currently based in California? Looking to work on a private estate?

We are seeking a Chief Stew to work at a 15-staffed Estate In California. You will managing the front of house team. Organising events. Running occasional errands for the family.

The principles on a large yacht and are used to yachting standards. Therefore, previous chief stew experience on a 50m+ is required.

Candidates must have their own accommodation and hold a valid driver's license. Candidates must also be legal to work in America.

Start: Negotiable but ideally ASAP. Competitive salary More details to follow during the interview!

We are currently looking for a temporary chef for a Ranch in the USA for a 3 month contract to start ASAP. Candidates must have previous experience as a chef in well established environments & yachting experience would be advantageous. You would be confident in cooking for staff & guests & will be preparing food in a brand new commercial kitchen. Accommodation will be provided on the property & days off will be given when not cooking. B1B2 or rights to work in the US are essential for this role. Start date: ASAP for 3 months(+-) Salary: Day rate DOE Leave: Temporary position

We are currently looking for an experience Service Stewardess for the 100m+ Private MY.

Candidates would ideally have 2+ years experience in the industry & have proven longevity on previous vessels.

This is a fast paced environment so successful candidates must be confident in service/ different service styles with excellent cocktail skills.

We are looking for someone to join in November - this is an exciting opportunity with a great package on offer:

B1/B2 Visa required due to vessels cruising itinerary.

Salary: 4000+ EUR DOE Rotation: 4:2 (120 days) Return Flights Standard MLC

Australia or New Zealand

We're seeking an experienced Temp Engineer to join this Private 42m Motor Yacht.

An ideal candidate would have at least 3+ years experience in yachting as an Engineer.

Only candidates located in Australia and New Zealand will be considered.

Start Date: 26 Aug 2024 Salary: TBC

Qualifications: Y3, STCW, ENG1

Currently seeking a Lead service/relief chief stew to join this private/light charter 90m MY.

Candidates must hold around 4 years of industry experience and at least one year in a HOS role previously on an 80m + Experience managing a large team.

WSET Level 1 & 2 in hand.

Start: ASAP Salary: DOE in USD 90 days of leave.

Currently seeking a Spa Stewardess who can offer Mani/pedis to join this private 90m MY.

Candidates must hold 1 year of industry experience. Longevity is looked at favourably. Interior team of 7. Rotating across service and housekeeping when not offering treatments. 80% Stew role, 20% Spa.

Fantastic longevity across all departments

Start: 1st September in the Med. Salary: 4000-5000 euros DOE 90 days of leave.

Currently seeking a temp stewardess to start on the 9th of August until the 23rd +/-

You will be predominantly be on back of house duties, so candidates must have experience with housekeeping and laundry. 1 year of experience ideally

Day rate: 150 eur +/-

We are looking for a Sole Engineer for a Private/ Charter 40m Motor Yacht.

The yacht is currently in the shipyard for maintenance and upgrades until the end of November. This period will involve overseeing shipyard work, managing contractors, and ensuring all systems are in top condition for the upcoming season. For the winter season, they will be between the Caribbean/ Bahamas for upcoming charters and private use.

Salary DOE Leave: Standard MLC 38-day leave

We are looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join a Private 60m world cruising Motor Yacht.

The ideal candidate would already have 1-2 seasons of experience working as a Sole chef on a smaller vessel or sous chef on a similar-sized yacht.

They would feel confident catering to up to 16 crew members and assisting the Head Chef when needed.

Start Date: 1st September Salary: DOE Rotation: 5:1

We are looking for an experienced Deckhand to join a Private 100m+ Motor Yacht.

The ideal candidate will have around 2 years of experience and hold 1+ year longevity onboard a 70m+. Ideally Yacht Masters and B1B2 in hand. Any additional skills e.g. Watersports, Surfing, Diving and Kite Surfing would be desirable.

This position is open to Male or Female candidates.

Start Date: ASAP Salary: TBD Leave: 3:1 Rotation

Qualifications: YM 200, STCW, ENG1

We are looking for an experienced Captain to join this busy Private 30m Motor Yacht.

This position is a permanent position. Need someone to start ASAP.

An ideal candidate would have at least 2 seasons of experience as a captain on a similar size motor yacht. Only candidates located in and close to Europe would be considered.

Start Date: ASAP Salary: TBD

Exciting opportunity for a Finance Associate in Central London! Are you a qualified professional with 3+ years of experience, ideally within charity organizations or US companies? Responsibilities include: - Journal preparation and cost center allocation - Timely online payment processing - Invoice and payment management - Monthly bank account reconciliation - Cashflow monitoring and fund distribution - Assistance with financial reports, audits, and tax filings Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or equivalent - Preferably ACCA or ICAEW student member - Proficiency in MS Office and accounting software If you are interested and meet the above criteria, please send CVs to: [email protected]

Currently seeking an experienced housekeeping stew to join this private world cruising 100m MY.

Candidates must hold longevity of 1 year or more in a similar role on a vessel over 60m. Around 2 years of experience. Amazing vessel for internenal progression.

Start: ASAP Salary: DOE in USD 3:1 rotation

B1B2 and Schengen in hand.

United Kingdom

Seeking an experienced male travelling butler for an UHNWI.

You will be travelling between the UK and France predominantly.

Essential Requirements: Previous Butler, Private House or 5* Hotel experience, formal Butler training

More details upon enquiring.

We're looking for an experienced Deckhand/Medic to join this Private 75m+ New Built Yacht.

An ideal candidate would have extensive previous deckhand experience and a background in the Military, Police, Royal Marine, Army or Protection Services.

Start Date: ASAP Salary: DOE Leave: 5:1

Qualifications: YM Offshore, STCW, PDSD, ENG1

We're looking for an experienced Deckhand/Security to join this Private 75m+ New Built Yacht.

Purser for a Private 100m+ Motor Yacht

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Purser on similar-sized yachts.Strong financial acumen with experience in budget management and bookkeeping.

The ideal candidate would have excellent organizational and multitasking skills.

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.

Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Rotational: 2:2 Salary: DOE

We're looking for an experienced Engineer to join this Private 26m Motor Yacht.

An ideal candidate would have at least 3 years experience in yachting and 1 year as a Solo Engineer.

English and French speaking essential.

Start Date: September 2024 Salary: 4500EUR DOE Leave: Standard MLC contract

Qualifications: AEC1&2, STCW, ENG1

We are currently looking for a 2nd Chef for Private 80m MY

The position would suit someone with previous time as a 2nd Chef on similar sized vessels.

Candidates MUST have a minimum of 2 years longevity in their last position to be considered & 5+ years in the industry on similar sized vessels. Requirements:

• Ships Cook Certificate • Formal Chef training or experience in high end restaurants essential • Food Hygiene Level 3 • Must be career driven & passionate about cooking • Show natural flair & ability to assist with guest service. • Pastry experience a plus but not expected • Hardworking, focused on long term goals & longevity

2:2 Rotation Salary EUR DOE

We are currently looking for an experienced SEASONAL 3rd Stewardess for this 55m Private MY.

This is a unique opportunity, with an exciting itinerary planned.

Candidates must have at least 1 years in the industry & longevity is favoured.

Must hold a Schengen Visa or EU Citizen due to cruising itinerary.

Start date: ASAP until October  Salary: 3000 EUR DOE

Christchurch

Job Title: Recruitment Consultant – Superyacht Recruitment

About Us: Join the prestigious and dynamic world of superyacht recruitment with Bespoke Crew Recruitment, specializing in connecting top-tier talent with luxury yachts worldwide. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service to our clients and candidates, ensuring the highest standards of professionalism and excellence.

Job Description: We are seeking a motivated and experienced Recruitment Consultant to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in identifying, engaging, and securing the best talent for our clients while also driving business development initiatives to expand our client base and market presence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for various roles within the superyacht industry, including crew and shore-based positions.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and candidates, ensuring a deep understanding of their needs and preferences.
• To generate new business leads, actively engage in business development
• Create and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract high-caliber candidates.  Provide expert advice and guidance to clients and candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Manage and update the candidate database, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create engaging content and campaigns to attract clients and candidates.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant, ideally within the superyacht or luxury hospitality industry.
• Strong business development skills with a track record of generating new business and building client relationships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with clients and candidates at all levels.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Self-motivated and results-driven, with a proactive approach to achieving targets and deadlines.
• Knowledge of the superyacht industry and its specific recruitment needs is highly desirable.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and commission structure.
• Annual Bonus – Performance Bonus
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic and expanding company.
• Private Gym Membership
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• The chance to work with some of the superyacht industry's most prestigious clients and candidates.
• Exciting opportunities to attend industry events and network with key players in the market.
• Travel – visiting international Yacht Shows

Food & Beverage Director - 5* Luxury Resort - Caribbean 

Currently searching for an experienced food & beverage director to join this luxury 5* resort in the Caribbean. 

Package: Start: 1st October

• Competitive salary 
• Private Medical Insurance
• Vehicle- company Vehicle, Fuel allowance 
• Housing- Town House Provided by company
• Ticket- Annual vacation ticket
• Relocation Allowance
• Vacation- 24 days

Requirements/ Qualifications: 

• Very strong managerial, leadership, communication and organizational skills
• Minimum of 5-10 years of leadership experience in Food and Beverage and Culinary at an International Luxury resort.
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts Management and Beverage Management.
• Ability to create momentum and foster organizational change
• Excellent Customer Service Skills
• Ability to be Flexible, self-motivated, handle multiple demands, stay calm under pressure and resolve issues quickly
• Highly Motivated
• To effectively manage and develop the Food and Beverage and Culinary department operation, ensuring that all property and standards are implemented, adhered to, improved when necessary and meet international standards.
• Develops and implements strategies for the Culinary team that supports the achievement of the Resort’s overall goals. 
• Communicate regularly with F&B and Culinary staff and conduct effective staff briefings.
• Establish systems which monitor the achievements of departments goals.
• Proactively handle guest issues/complaints, ensuring the conclusion is satisfactory for all parties.
• Development and maintenance of all department control procedures.
• Attend monthly P&L meetings and other meetings requested by GM
• Prepare and regularly update procedures/training manuals.
• Act as Duty manager according to MOD schedule
• Interact daily with the Resort and F&B management team to ensure that food production consistently exceeds guests' expectations.
• Oversee the ordering of wines, liquors and cigars to ensure appropriate quantities and sufficient lead times, particularly in advance of peak periods
• Inventory, order and maintain all food and beverage supplies and equipment, including vehicles assigned to the department.
• Manage Food and Beverage costs
• Prepare all monthly F&B reports as requested by the GM or DOF
• Prepare reports summarizing F&B profitability

Private Island – Couple’s Position - Marine Mechanic & Sous Chef  

We are looking for a couple to join this privately used and successfully chartered island in the Caribbean.

Start: August/September

Salary: DOE in USD

-          Managing 2 other staff members (marine/watersports team)

-          This is a very hands-on position operating tenders; and all watersports operations.

-          This is a front-of-house role, you will be dealing directly with UHNWI’s

-          Servicing Yamaha engines and Yamaha jet skis

-          Taking guests on tender runs

-          Taking guests fishing & snorkelling  

-          Watersports with guests

-          STCW

-          Yacht Master 200T

-          Boat Mechanic certificate

-          Mechanically minded (background in yachting)

-          Familiar with navigating in Caribbean waters

-          Carpentry skills

-          The kitchen runs with a team of three when operational: Head Chef, Executive Sous, and Sous Chef.

-          Professional culinary training and be able to handle dietary requirements, allergies, and trends.

-          Yachting experience/high-end resort experience

Qualification/Requirements

-          Experience catering to UHNWI’s

-          Organisation

-          Assisting with deliveries and orders

-          Professional culinary training

-          Competitive salary

-          Private accommodation

-          Medical insurance

-          4 weeks paid holiday

-          three meals provided per day

-          More information to follow upon interviews.

We are seeking a Bosun / Dive Master to join this 60m Private Explorer MY. This yacht has a fantastic itinerary planned off the beaten track.

An ideal candidate would have 2+ years of experience on yachts of a similar size. We are looking for a fun-loving, well-spoken, and professional when it comes to diving.

This position is open to Male only due to cabin arrangements.

Start date: Sept Salary: USD 4500 + Leave: 45 days, going up to 60 days after the first 12 months of employment.

Qualifications: YM Offshore / OOW, STCW10, ENG1, PADI DiveMaster or Instructor

Seeking an experienced Service Stewardess to join this private, world cruising 100m MY.

Candidates must hold around 2 years, and longevity of one year or more on a 60m+ preferably in a service role. Great longevity on board and an amazing itinerary.

Start: 15th July Salary: DOe in USD 3:1 rotation

We are seeking an energetic Bosun to join this 55+m Private SY. This yacht has a fantastic itinerary planned and is looking for a mature individual to join its long-standing crew.

Large Sailing Yacht Experience essential.

An ideal candidate would have 2+ years of experience on yachts of a similar size. We are looking for a safety-conscious, highly motivated, and self-starter who is hands-on with a great personality.

This position is open to Male only due to cabin arrangements. Only candidates located in Europe with B1B2 in hand will be considered.

Start date: ASAP Salary: DOE Leave: 60 days

Qualifications: YM Offshore / OOW, STCW10, ENG1 - PADI DiveMaster or Instructor would be highly desirable.

Currently seeking a 2nd stewardess with 2+ years of experience to join this private single season MY.

Interior team of 4. Med cruising for the summer. There is a generous training budget on board and lots of opportunities for courses during the quieter months.

Salary: 4000--4500 euros DOE Start: ASAP 60 days leave

We are currently looking for a sole chef for this beautiful 34m Sailing Yacht.

Candidates will ideally have 2+ years experience in the industry & 4+ years as a chef in high end land based roles.

Due to cruising itinerary, candidates MUST hold a valid B1/B2 or US Citizen/Green card holder.

Must have all relevant chef certificates in hand and up to date.

Position is seasonal but can turn permanent for the right candidate.

Leave: 42 days Salary DOE USD Start date: ASAP

Currently seeking a purser to join a 75m+ Private, dual season MY.

Minimum of 1 years’ experience as purser with previous chief stew experience on similar sized vessels. Knowledge of financial management Advanced computer skills, Microsoft Excel etc Accounting experience – Voly a plus Knowledge of ISPS and ISM protocols Location, itinerary Knowledge, and experience Excellent concierge skills – Heavy shore side logistics required.

2:2 Rotation Salary: DOE in EUR Start: July

Caribbean / Bahamas

We're seeking an experienced Captain and Stew / Cook / Deck couple to join this 30m Private / Light Charter MY in October 2024.

An ideal Captain candidate would have a Yachtmaster Offshore / Ocean (as a minimum), but ideally an MCA Master 200gt or anything larger. A strong level of previous Captain experience on yachts of a similar size is required with previous charter experience (ideally).

Previous engineering experience and engineering certificates (AEC 1 minimum) would also be very beneficial.

An ideal Stew / Cook / Deck candidate would have experience with both interior and galley duties for both private / charter itineraries. 

We are looking for a professional team with proven experience and longevity working together on yachts of a larger size/itinerary.

This vessel will be based in the Caribbean so previous experience as a Captain in Caribbean waters would be very beneficial.

Start Date: Sept 2024 Salary: DOE Leave: Standard MLC (DOE)

Junior Financial Manager (Commutable to London)

We are seeking a dedicated individual for a Junior Financial Manager position to join a financial team of a UHNW asset portfolio management office in Mayfair. The first six months will involve in-office training in London, after which remote work is an option.

Key Details:

• Location: Must be within commutable distance to London
• Start Date: ASAP
• Training: First 6 months in-office, then remote work

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as a Purser is highly beneficial

More details will be provided upon inquiry.

Executive Assistant (EA) - UHNW Individual

Location: UK (with flexibility for extensive travel)

Salary: £70,000 - £100,000 DOE/Market

Our client, a prominent UHNW individual, is seeking an experienced and high-profile Executive Assistant to join their team. This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated professional to work closely with the principal across their operations in the UK, US, EU, and potentially other locations.

Key Responsibilities: General administration tasks and basic accounting support Efficiently manage emails and communication channels Ensure technology is up-to-date and troubleshoot issues Produce and proofread correspondence and documents Maintain a well-organised filing system Liaise confidently with family members, staff, and external contacts Liaise with asset representatives on Yacht and Estate Management Adherence to the highest levels of confidentiality

Candidate Requirements: Excellent IT skills, proficiency with Mac systems Self-motivated, proactive, and resourceful Strong communication and people skills Organised with a keen attention to detail Clean driving licence Previous purser experience is preferable

Tennessee, USA

We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated Housekeeper to maintain the pristine condition of a private estate in the picturesque setting of  Tennessee.

About the Estate:

The residence is one of many within the family's portfolio, spanning 18,000 sq ft, with a stunning 5,000 sq ft show home featuring expansive living spaces and facilities, nestled against the backdrop of the breathtaking Smoky Lake Mountains.

The Role:  We are looking for a Housekeeper with exceptionally high standards in cleanliness and presentation. The successful candidate will:

• Have a personable yet discreet personality.
• Work five days a week, Monday to Friday, within social hours.
• Receive compensatory days/overtime for national holidays worked
• Be responsible for general housekeeping duties, maintaining high household standards and occasional errands.
• Assist with events
• Work alongside the House manager to ensure the smooth running of the Estate at all times
• Service and hospitality experience would be beneficial.
• Competitive salary: $75,000-80,000 per annum DOE
• Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare.
• Standard leave package with flexibility
• A great opportunity for role expansion and longevity within the property portfolio. 

This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exceptional team and enjoy the beauty of East Tennessee with occasional travel to beautiful locations. If you have a keen eye for detail, and high standards of cleanliness, and are seeking a fulfilling role with generous benefits, we invite you to apply.

To apply, please send your resume to [email protected]

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Verity bulcok - stew/ masseuse, i just received my first stewardess job using bespoke crew, and claire was very helpful always stayed in contact with me even after i got the job, making sure i had a safe flight, and if i needed help with anything, i was so grateful for the help and support claire gave to me., georgia lingwood - stewardess, zoe shortlisted three candidates for me, and i interviewed two. both were the right fit for the boat and exactly what i had asked of her. one of them resulted in employment, and i couldn’t be happier. i would definitely return to zoe with any further interior recruitment requests, and i am confident she will find another good fit for our team. thank you to bespoke, abbie merritt - chief stewardess, "bespoke crew have helped me throughout my yachting career, and on both successful occasions, i have felt like they truly believe in me when putting me forward for the desired roles. claire most recently helped me secure a role that i love. there was constant communication, and i felt very supported throughout and after the recruitment process. i highly recommend bespoke crew to any candidate looking for their next adventure.”, harriet pugson - head of service, as always, the bespoke team was an absolute pleasure to work with. only sending forward candidates that match your criteria makes the hiring process fast and smooth. thank you again for finding us a great candidate who is the ideal fit for our team and owner. bespoke is, for sure, the only agent i would use for any future hiring., emma cottrell – chief stewardess., when you work with bespoke crew, you get the same high standards associated with yachting. their industry knowledge, attention to detail for each of their candidate profiles, and their drive to find the best is what yachts need in a recruitment agency., nick calligeros - chief officer, i have worked with bespoke crew for a few years now, from her helping me find positions to helping me fill them. the agents take time to really understand our needs and only send the best candidates forward. they send detailed profiles from their conversations with the crew, which really helps us to get an understanding of the candidate beforehand. they are not a typical agency who puts crew forward and forgets, they still keep in contact and follow up to check both parties are happy with the overall performance and if we have any concerns. fantastic service all around; i would highly recommend using the bespoke crew. thank you for everything, danielle hemming - chief stewardess, bespoke crew's team exhibited an impressive understanding of the yachting industry and a genuine dedication to finding the perfect match for candidates and employers. their attention to detail, personalized approach, and unwavering support throughout the recruitment process were nothing short of outstanding. bespoke crew yachting recruitment is for anyone seeking a professional, reliable, and personalized recruitment experience within the yachting industry., benjamin le marechal - head chef, the team at bespoke has always gone above and beyond to ensure each candidate presented to us not only fills the position but also aligns with our yacht's specific culture and ethos. they constantly demonstrate their passion for the industry and extensive knowledge of their own experiences, and i am always impressed with their unique, professional, yet personalized approach., georgia barber - chief stewardess, i first spoke to jacob from bespoke crew in my first few weeks of dock walking near antibes. the first call was extremely helpful; and he took an interest in my own background, qualifications, and experience. we then discussed the position i applied for in great detail. i am now secure in that role we discussed and after five months in i couldn't be happier with the yacht i am on, and the crew i am with., james lashmar - pt/ deckhand, it has been a great experience dealing with bespoke. excellent communication and a fast turnaround from the initial discussion to being placed on the yacht i am on now., euan ratley - deckhand, it was great dealing with jacob, one of the better agencies out there, tom riley - avit, claire provided such amazing support when looking for a new role. she really took the time to listen to both my previous experience and what i was looking for in the future to find the ideal position. claire’s help enabled me to make the transition from lead service to chief stewardess. i’d absolutely recommend bespoke crew to anyone in the industry., bonnie mitchell – chief stewardess, after working closely with bespoke crew over the past 3 seasons for permanent and temporary crew placement, they have become our go-to agent for crew. we have been highly satisfied with bespoke’s high caliber of service, which has been very professional yet personable. we have found they genuinely listen to and understand the requirements expressed for the crew sought and deliver only highly suitable candidates that meet the specific experience level, necessary skillset, and personal demeanor desired., brianna stenhouse - chief stewardess, i had a fantastic experience working with frankie. she found my cv, reached out to me, and i was successful in landing the first role she presented me with, which she ensured met my needs. she is communicative, friendly, and professional; most importantly, in a recruiter-candidate relationship, she comes across as very honest. when i am ready for my next opportunity, and if i take on any recruitment on board, i know who to call. i look forward to working with frankie again., helena sanguinetti - purser, i had a great experience with claire from bespoke crew she’s super helpful, always checks-in, and answers all of my questions. she helped me land my new role on an amazing yacht with great opportunities. i’m so happy for all of the support, i would love to work together with her again in the future would really recommend bespoke crew., linn sundqvist - stewardess, i had the luck to have claire contact me from bespoke crew recruitment. as a greenie, i heard it would be hard starting in the industry, and only on my second day of searching for a job, claire told me about me three amazing options. one of the yachts got in contact with me, and the next day and everything fell into place. she takes time to get to know you and find the job that would make you happy on all terms. thank you, claire, for sticking by me the trust i have in you is immense., zoé meeuwens - stewardess, this is the first crew agent where we feel listened to and not just sent 10+ candidates that vaguely fit our requirements and with the candidates that we hire through bespoke crew we always get great longevity. we have complete faith and trust in the bespoke crew team, so much so that they are the only crew agent we work with., ruben mejier - chief officer, i have been using bespoke crew for the past few years. they have done a wonderful job and have presented me with first class crew to choose from and have not inundated me with an inbox full of candidates. the backup and follow up also has been exceptional. i highly recommend bespoke and their staff as an excellent choice for crew placement., scott miller - captain, it was such a pleasure working with bespoke crew thank you, claire, for your swift responses and for providing us with good quality crew that fits our specific requirements in a short time frame i look forward to working with them in the future., tina floegal - 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YACHT CHEF JOBS

What is a galley without its chef? A vital and rewarding role onboard any yacht, a yacht chef keeps all its crew, guests and owners well-fed and happy. Similar to any head chef in a restaurant, a yacht chef has to be even more creative with their talents, as they must perform their tasks on board of a moving vessel – with occasionally limited, or hard to come-by supplies. Part entertainer, full-time cook, a yacht chef will have to be aware of all dietary needs, allergies and food requirements of those on board while being able to work hard under pressure. Most yacht chefs will have likely started their career in a restaurant or hotel before making the switch to the yachting industry.

If you have excellent cooking, cleaning and management skills, together with a charismatic and solid personality, then why not apply for a position as a yacht chef? It’s recommended to start a yachting career as a crew chef, or sous chef for a few seasons before applying for a head Chef role. Browse through our full yacht chef job listings today.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A yacht chef’s responsibilities include preparing and cooking three meals a day. Yacht chefs must also manage their food budget and deal with the galley accounts, overseeing the safe food storage and stock control. As most guests aboard any yacht are accustomed to dining at the finest restaurants around the world, a skilled yacht chef must be flexible, very skilled and be able to prepare a broad repertoire of foods from around the world. Maintaining high levels of food and personal hygiene are also key aspects of a yacht chef’s role.

YACHT CHEF SALARIES

acht chef salaries tend to vary, depending on the level of experience as well as the size and type of yacht they are working on. Head chefs’ salaries can range from €3,500 to €10,000 a month, depending on the size of the vessel. Sous chefs average pay scale varies from €3,000 to €6,000 per month. Yachts between 81m and 100m offer the highest average monthly pay for both roles.

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A Yacht Chef is a position integral to ensuring that guests have an amazing yachting experience by creating unique and unforgettable meal experiences. 

Gastronomy and the art of fine dining has become as integral a part of the superyacht experience as the water itself. Superyachts offer the ultimate luxury escape, and that must be reflected in the exquisite food served to guests throughout their time onboard. A Yacht Chef is the mastermind behind creating unique and unforgettable meals. 

A yacht Chef is predominantly in charge of guest and crew meals and managing all aspects of running the galley. Superyacht guests are accustomed to eating at the best restaurants and unsurprisingly because of this, expectations can be very high. Superyacht Chefs are therefore expected to provide a wide range of cuisine, adapt to different dietary requirements, deliver high-quality food prepared upon request and keep the crew well fed.

The galley will run with different chefs depending on the size of the yacht:

• Head Chef — The Head of the galley and as such the chef responsible for all the food that is served. On some yachts this is a Sole Chef role, whilst on others the role will involve managing other Chefs.

• Sous Chef — This role works closely with the Head Chef, assisting them and potentially covering for them in their absence. Every yacht is different, so on some yachts the Sous Chef is also in charge of preparing crew food, while other yachts may have both a Sous Chef and a Crew Chef.

• Crew Chef — This role is primarily focused on cooking for the crew of the yacht. A Crew Chef is a role usually found on larger superyachts where the number of crew is greater, so a separate Chef will be employed to make sure the crew’s needs are met.

• Galley Hand — A Galley Hand is normally found on yachts over 100m in length. Depending on the type, size and itinerary of the yacht, the duties of this role can include meal prep, galley cleaning and assisting with crew food.

• Cook/Stew — This position is more common on smaller yachts and is often split between cooking and Stew duties, or assisting with Stew duties, depending on the size of the yacht. Some vessels hire a Cook/Stew in the winter to cook for the crew and help with interior duties.

What does a yacht Chef do? | Yacht Chef Job Description

The main priority for a yacht Chef is to make sure that everyone on board has an unforgettable meal. A yacht Chef has access to the best quality ingredients available, so it is up to them to use their creativity to produce the most awe-inspiring dining experience. 

A Chef onboard some of the most advanced yachts in the world has the opportunity of experimenting with some of the finest quality ingredients in the world, and often not easily acquirable on land jobs. They may be asked to spontaneously pull out ‘all the stops’ and let their imagination run wild. Or, they might be requested to provide innovative and exciting meals for guests with strict dietary restrictions. 

As a yacht Chef, adaptability is key. Some guests may want simple home cooking; if they ask for a burger, it's up to the Chef to make it the best, tastiest burger that they have ever eaten! If the guests want spaghetti carbonara, they need to make it taste like an Italian grandmother’s spaghetti carbonara! 

While Chefs still have a certain budget to stick to, one difference between working on a yacht and in a restaurant is that they don’t have to worry about trying to make a profit. All they need to do is keep the owners, guests and crew happy. 

As well as creating stand-out meals, Chefs are in charge of budget management,  provisioning, and ensuring that the galley adheres to strict standards of hygiene and cleanliness. It is their responsibility that everything runs smoothly in the galley. A Chef works closely and liaises often with the Chief Stew , to ensure that guests receive a seamless streamlined service from the galley to the table.

The responsibilities of a yacht Chef include:

Meal preparation for both guests and crew

Daily menu planning 

Liaising with the Chief Stew or Head of Service to deliver seamless service

Food provisioning and inventory checks

Organisation of the galley and maintaining cleanliness and hygiene 

Supervision of a team of Chefs (depending on the size of the yacht)

Budgeting and accounting

Soft and hard skills required to be a yacht Chef

Yacht Chefs should show real passion and enthusiasm for what they do: many successful yacht Chefs do stages and additional training during their time off. The ideal candidate demonstrates a diverse repertoire, flexible and adaptable qualities, and the ability to work well under pressure.

The skills of a good yacht Chef include:

A genuine passion for cooking

Diverse knowledge of produce and the ability to provision all over the world

Menu planning knowledge

Ability to skilfully multitask

Ability to handle criticism 

Creativity 

Presentation skills

Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude

Organization and time management skills

Cleanliness and hygiene

Flexibility and adaptability

Ability to work under pressure

Mandatory certificates needed to work on board a yacht 

All crew members regardless of position and seniority need to have a valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate, along with a recognised Seafarers medical certificate, the most popular being the ENG1 which is issued by an MCA (Maritime and Coastguard Agency) professional medic. 

Without these two certificates, it is not possible for crew to work on board a yacht and a Recruiter will not be able to assist you in finding work onboard a yacht.  For more information about mandatory certificates please visit our Mandatory Certificates Guide .

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Each of our recruiters is specialised in crew placement for a particular department and they will do their best to get you an interview on board a yacht. They will also advise you on how to best present your experience and skills and prepare for a yacht job interview.

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This is where we list all our yacht chef jobs and yacht industry employment opportunities for chefs in one handy location as well as any other tips and advice and useful info for captains and chefs alike!

CHEFS: If you are a chef looking for work click the ‘Jobs’ button on the top right of the website or the ‘View all Jobs’ button on the right hand margin to view our latest jobs. 

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Chief Engineer 50m+ Private/Charter Motor Yacht

We are looking for a Chief Engineer to join a 55m world cruising, private and charter motor yacht. The yacht is travelling to the US and therefore a B1/B2 visa is preferred. Ideally, the successful candidate will be an accomplished Engineer, comfortable working with IDEA and managing a Second Engineer. The opportunity offers the chance to work on a world cruising, private and charter yacht with a good team and established yacht owners. Requirements: Y2 or equivalent STCW ENG1 B1/B2 visa preferred due to the yachts location Package: 2:2 rotation DOE salary Start September 2024

Deckhand/Carpenter 80m+ Private/Charter Motor Yacht

We are looking for a Deckhand/Carpenter with boatbuilding experience and minimum 1 season working on yachts to join a 80m+ Private/Charter Motor Yacht. Requirements: STCW Eng1 Carpentry/Boatbuilding experience 1 season Yacht experience. Package: Start ASAP 60 Days leave. 4000 Per Month

Deckhand 60m+ Private Motor Yacht

Wilsonhalligan are looking for a Deckhand with minimum 2 year's experience to join a 60m+ Private Motor Yacht. This is a permanent role starting in August. Requirements: Yachtmaster STCW Eng1 Package: 90 Days Leave 3250 Per Month

45m MY Private and Busy Charter Dual season Looking for a 2nd Stew. Permanent position. International crew 38 days leave Salary DOE+Yearly increase+ Bonus +Tips+ Course allowance Start date 8th September MUST have 2-3y of yachting experience and a B1B2

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Yacht Agent Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan are looking for a Yacht Agent to join an established company in the Caribbean. The ideal candidate will: -Forward mooring requests to authorities and input vessel data in AYPRO, gathering as much information as possible about the vessel and visit purpose. - Inform the captain about harbour access and stay guidelines, including required documents before and after arrival. - Assist clients pre-arrival by collecting specific requests and offering services to organise their stay. - Be present at the yachts arrival berth, ensuring no obstacles during berthing. - Welcome clients on board, gather necessary documentation for authorities, collect ID documents for border control, provide information on requested services, and manage additional requests. - Quote all services during the stay and pre-arrival to get the captains approval and avoid disputes. - Organise provisioning during the yachts harbour stay. - Monitor and promptly address any service issues or changes. - Collect all service information and costs in the vessel folder and/or AYPRO to assist the administration office with invoicing. - Share information with colleagues to plan services according to Company standards. - Make purchases if needed, following the Administration Departments guidelines and obtaining invoices/receipts. - Handle all information confidentially and in compliance with GDPR. - Support and help train new staff in collaboration with HR and under the Office Managers supervision. - Follow Company procedures and policies. - Be available outside working hours for any contingencies. Personal characteristics include:. - Excellent English and French proficiency - Valid Driving License B - Proficient in Microsoft Office, Internet, and company platforms - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Flexible and adaptable - Can work under pressure - Ability to prioritise effectively - Problem-solving skills - Commercial skills to offer additional services - Team player Start: ASAP Location: Caribbean Salary: Competitive Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

Sales Officer Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan are looking for an Sales Officer to join an established company based in Europe. The ideal candidate will: - Enhance service value to expand the market and create business opportunities aligned with brand identity. - Implement commercial and sales strategies to drive revenue and business growth. - Handle various commercial projects. - Conduct market research and analysis to develop business plans on expansion, development, budget, and client prospects. - Interpret market trends to adapt to yachting industry changes and provide strategic advice to the CCO. - Understand and share customer requirements to ensure their needs are met. - Identify new opportunities, develop client relationships, create business proposals, and write bids; assess risks and opportunities for new accounts and investigate lost sales. - Manage key client relationships. - Build and maintain profitable partnerships with stakeholders. - Set individual commercial targets with the CCO, coordinate action plans, and oversee team performance. - Support commercial campaigns with the Marketing Department. - Utilise internal company platforms. - Assist in setting financial targets, developing, and monitoring budgets. - Support the CCO in specific projects, analysing growth opportunities and performing due diligence. - Support Management in business development activities to reach company targets. - Manage all information confidentially and in compliance with GDPR. - Participate in commercial trips, boat shows, and dock walking. - Foster corporate policies and procedures within the team and encourage communication and company initiatives. - Be available outside working hours for business travel and contingency issues. Personal characteristics include:. - Knowledge of the yachting market - Proficiency in English and French - Strong understanding of performance reporting and financial/budgeting processes - Familiarity with software applications and platforms - Entrepreneurial skills with the ability to identify revenue opportunities - Expertise in market research methods and analysis - Commercial awareness with a strategic mindset - Creative strategist with excellent organisational skills - Strong project and time management abilities - Leadership and motivational skills - Analytical skills to interpret sales performance and market trends - Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking abilities - Negotiation and formal presentation skills - Results-oriented and persuasive - Team collaboration and teamwork - Adaptability and flexibility - Willingness to travel frequently for business Start: ASAP Location: Europe (TBD) Salary: Competitive Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

Operations Officer Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan are looking for an Operations Officer to join an established company based in Europe. The ideal candidate will: -Forward mooring requests to authorities and input vessel data in AYPRO, gathering as much information as possible about the vessel and visit purpose. - Inform the captain about harbour access and stay guidelines, including required documents before and after arrival. - Assist clients pre-arrival by collecting specific requests and offering services to organise their stay. - Be present at the yachts arrival berth, ensuring no obstacles during berthing. - Welcome clients on board, gather necessary documentation for authorities, collect ID documents for border control, provide information on requested services, and manage additional requests. - Quote all services during the stay and pre-arrival to get the captains approval and avoid disputes. - Organise provisioning during the yachts harbour stay. - Monitor and promptly address any service issues or changes. - Collect all service information and costs in the vessel folder and/or AYPRO to assist the administration office with invoicing. - Share information with colleagues to plan services according to Company standards. - Make purchases if needed, following the Administration Departments guidelines and obtaining invoices/receipts. - Handle all information confidentially and in compliance with GDPR. - Support and help train new staff in collaboration with HR and under the Office Managers supervision. - Follow Company procedures and policies. - Be available outside working hours for any contingencies. Personal characteristics include:. - Excellent English and French proficiency - Valid Driving License B - Proficient in Microsoft Office, Internet, and company platforms - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Flexible and adaptable - Can work under pressure - Ability to prioritise effectively - Problem-solving skills - Commercial skills to offer additional services - Team player Start: ASAP Location: Europe (Barcelona) Salary: Competitive Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

2nd Engineer 60m+ Private Motor Yacht

We are working with a 60m+ support yacht, looking for a Second Engineer to join them at the end of September/beginning of October. The position is on board a busy. world travelling yacht with a great team and programme. And would suit a Second Engineer with experience on board a support yacht in the past. Due to the vessels busy travel programme a B1/B2 visa is preferred. Requirements: SV Second Engineer or equivalent STCW ENG1 B1/B2 visa preferred Package: Salary: $ Competitive Start: End of September/early October Rotation : 2:2

Service Stewardess 100m+ sail yacht

Wilsonhalligan arelooking for a Service Stewardess to join an 100m+ Private Sailing Yacht. The ideal candidate will be confident and passionate about service and have at least 1 and a half yearsyachting experience within a service role. This is an opportunity to join a lovely vessel with great crew with a worldwide program. Requirements: STCW ENG1 Food & Hygiene Level II Package: Salary: DOE Package: 3:1 rotation Start: August

Wilsonhalligan are looking for an Operations Officer to join an established company based in Europe. The ideal candidate will: -Forward mooring requests to authorities and input vessel data in AYPRO, gathering as much information as possible about the vessel and visit purpose. - Inform the captain about harbour access and stay guidelines, including required documents before and after arrival. - Assist clients pre-arrival by collecting specific requests and offering services to organise their stay. - Be present at the yachts arrival berth, ensuring no obstacles during berthing. - Welcome clients on board, gather necessary documentation for authorities, collect ID documents for border control, provide information on requested services, and manage additional requests. - Quote all services during the stay and pre-arrival to get the captains approval and avoid disputes. - Organise provisioning during the yachts harbour stay. - Monitor and promptly address any service issues or changes. - Collect all service information and costs in the vessel folder and/or AYPRO to assist the administration office with invoicing. - Share information with colleagues to plan services according to Company standards. - Make purchases if needed, following the Administration Departments guidelines and obtaining invoices/receipts. - Handle all information confidentially and in compliance with GDPR. - Support and help train new staff in collaboration with HR and under the Office Managers supervision. - Follow Company procedures and policies. - Be available outside working hours for any contingencies. Personal characteristics include:. - Excellent English and French proficiency - Valid Driving License B - Proficient in Microsoft Office, Internet, and company platforms - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Flexible and adaptable - Can work under pressure - Ability to prioritise effectively - Problem-solving skills - Commercial skills to offer additional services - Team player Start: ASAP Location: Europe (TBD) Salary: Competitive Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

HK / Laundry Person Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan have a Laundry Person position available based in Oxfordshire. Our client is looking for someone with high attention to details, takes initiative and have at least 3 years of experience in Laundry ideally onboard Superyachts and working for high end clients. Please note: As this is a shared accommodation and due to sleeping arrangement, only female candidates will be considered. Location: Oxfordshire, UK Salary: 30k PA Start: ASAP Days: 5 days a week (through weekends) Accommodation: Live-in The ideal candidate will hold the right to work/live in the UK. Please send CV to [email protected] if you think this is for you.

2nd Engineer 60m+ Private Charter Motor Yacht

We are working with a 60m new build private and charter MY that are looking for a Second Engineer to join them in the yard for the final stages of the build. The position offers the opportunity to be involved in the final build stages and commissioning of the vessel before sailing with her once operational. Offering a time for time rotation the position would suit an accomplished Second Engineer from a similar sized vessel or a Third Engineer from a larger yacht looking for their first Second Engineers' role. Requirements: EOOW or SV Second Engineer STCW ENG1 Package: Salary: DOE Rotation : 2:2 Start: October 2024

Operations Director Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan are looking for an Operations Director to manage the day-to-day activities of an established Maritime company in the UK. The ideal candidate will: - have a Superyacht Officer/Captain background - have an excellent leadership skills - have a proven ability to lead a team to meet goals and quotas - be results-oriented with strong analytical skills - have an experience in setting sales goals - a good knowledge of the marine industry Start: October Location: United Kingdom (Right permit to work and live is a MUST) Salary: 60k-70k (DOE) Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

Captain 30m+ Private Motor Yacht

Captain required for 30m+ Private Motor Yacht based in Miami. Cruising experience required of the Bahamas and US East Coast. This is a Captain/Engineer position, our client is looking for extensive mechanical and electrical history and qualifications. European built yacht under 5 years old. Certification - Master <200gt Leave 60 days per year Salary approx $8500 p/m varying depending on experience Exp. 1 year Captain experience 24m+

Chief Engineer 40m+ Private Motor Yacht

We are working with a new build, 40m private motor yacht. They are looking for a Chief Engineer to join their programme at the beginning of September. The position would suit a candidate, based in the South of France, as that is their home port and would therefore offer the opportunity for a great work life balance with evenings and weekends at home. As well as this, the ideal candidate will be hands on and competent with Electrics and have and Electrical background. Requirements: STCW ENG1 Y3 or equivalent Package: 9k per month Industry Standard Leave Early September Start

Owner’s Representative / Yacht Manager Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan are looking for an Owner's Representative / Yacht Manager to look after the Management and Private / Charter of 45m+ vessel. The ideal candidate will: - have an extensive experience as an Owner's Rep / Yacht Manager in the Superyacht Industry - have a strong Accounting experience - have a crew management background, looking after contracts, employment and salaries - Yacht maintenance experience Personal characteristics include: - Great interpersonal skills - Dedication - Strong individual worker and a team player - Efficient - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Positive attitude and realistic outlook - Strong work ethic, responsive and proactive - Pragmatic and direct Salary: Generous and competitive salary TBD Location: Palma Start: October Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you.

Crew Coordinator Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan are looking for a Crew Coordinator to join an established, industry leading Yacht Management Company based in the Middle East. The ideal candidate will: - be responsible for the overall recruitment process for all crew members working onboard - be working closely with Crewing Superintendent, Fleet Crew Manager and Onboard Management team to develop and implement effective recruitment practices, policies, and procedures to the support and develop high performing teams. Personal characteristics include: - Dedication - Strong individual worker and a team player - Personable - Positive attitude and realistic outlook - Strong work ethic, responsive and proactive Start: ASAP Location: Middle East + Relocation package on offer TBD Salary: DOE Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

Sole Engineer 50m+ Private Sail Yacht

We are looking for a Y3 Chief Engineer to join a 50m private and charter SY in Europe.The position is initially a permanent role, but will become rotational following a winter yard period. The position would suit a Y3 with experience on board SYs, who is hands on and happy to assist in other areas. Requirements: Y3 or equivalent STCW ENG1 Sail Yacht experience Package: 60 days leave (rotational following winter season) Salary DOE Start early September 2024

General Manager Shoreside

Wilsonhalligan are looking for an General Manager to join an established company based in Europe. The ideal candidate will: - Manage yacht agency business by organising and optimising resources. - Collaborate with Corporate on strategic, commercial, and operational activities to maintain client/supplier relationships and explore new market opportunities. - Organise and manage activities within budget, ensuring client targets are met annually. - Report seasonal trends and data to the CEO and CFO by set deadlines. - Work with Corporate Management to develop and implement company procedures. - Ensure business unit services align with company policies and maintain high quality. - Monitor business trends, market activities, and competitors, providing reports and consumer needs analysis. - Follow Management instructions to achieve business goals. - Supervise operational activities and use of company digital tools. - Oversee quality of services offered, including excursions, events, dinners, transfers, bunkering, medical assistance, banking, and provisions for guests and crew. - Maintain effective client communication to optimise service quality and promote business growth, including promoting the company. - Support Management and Commercial Team in expanding the customer portfolio by identifying new opportunities and participating in shows and client visits. - Collaborate with legal and accounting advisors on financial statements. - Ensure Administration Department compliance with local laws and oversee invoicing and credit recovery activities. - Act as legal and financial responsible for the area of competence. - Support staff management and training for professional growth. - Ensure use of company devices, tools, and IT platforms within the team. - Handle all information confidentially and in compliance with GDPR. - Identify training needs with HR to develop staff knowledge and capabilities. - Support Chief HR Manager in applying company policies and maintain staff communication. - Be available outside working hours for business travel and contingencies. Personal characteristics include:. - Expert knowledge of the yachting market - Proficiency in English and French - Strong performance reporting and financial/budgeting skills - Proficient in software applications and platforms - Entrepreneurial skills with a talent for spotting revenue opportunities - Deep understanding of market research and analysis - Commercial awareness with a strategic mindset - Creative strategist with excellent organisational skills - Exceptional project and time management abilities - Natural leadership with strong managerial and motivational skills - Analytical skills for interpreting sales performance and market trends - Excellent communication, interpersonal, and networking skills - Strong negotiation and formal presentation skills - Results-oriented and persuasive - Collaborative and team-oriented - Dynamic, proactive, adaptable, and flexible - Full, clean driving license - Willingness to travel frequently for business Start: ASAP Location: Europe (TBD) Salary: Competitive Apply now or get in touch if you think this job is for you: [email protected]

Temporary 3rd Engineer 70m+ Private Motor Yacht

We are looking for a temporary Third Engineer to join a 70m motor yacht during a yard period in the US, for approximately 4 weeks'. The position would suit a candidate with some yacht experience on a similar sized vessel but does not require an engineering ticket, so would suit an AEC looking to gain some more experience with some great Chief Engineers. Due to the location of the yard period a B1/B2 visa is required. Requirements: STCW ENG1 B1/B2 visa due to the yachts location Package: Salary: DOE Start: October 2024 Location: USA Temporary position

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Travelling private chef – rotational contract.

Competitive | Vienna / European Travel | Temporary, Live-in

We are recruiting several travelling private chefs for a client based in Austria with a summer residence in Portugal. You are required to work on a flexible rotation and will be provided with secure booking dates in advance.

You will be joining an existing team of established staff and must have considerable private chef experience to qualify for this role.

The position is based at the client’s primary residence in Vienna, however, you will be required to travel to additional properties throughout Europe, particularly during the summer months.

The family enjoy a variety of worldwide cuisine making this an exceptional opportunity for any chef who likes to challenge their culinary knowledge and remain inspired. You are encouraged to source the best seasonal produce and ingredients available from local markets and specialist suppliers.

This is a wonderful opportunity for any chef looking for a sustainable role with the potential for longevity.

For the most part, you will be cooking for the principal, family and friends, however, some formal entertaining is expected on occasion.

Additional details including dietary requirements and menu preferences will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.

Responsibilities

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• Stock control & rotation of fridges and dry stores
• Keeping an immaculate kitchen at all times
• Travelling with the principal as required
• Liaising with additional private chefs to ensure a smooth handover between rotations

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• Extensive private chef/yacht chef experience
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• Organised approach
• Strong communication skills
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• A relaxed yet highly professional nature

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Faststream Yacht Crew is excited to present the opportunity for a 2nd Engineer to join a highly desirable 79m+ Superyacht. The vessel is in France and operates a busy charter & its Dual season. This yacht boasts an active itinerary. The vessel provides the chance to become part of a well-establis...

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• Posted 4 days ago

Faststream Yacht Crew is excited to present the opportunity for a Rotational Deckhand to join a highly desirable 100m+ Motor Yacht. The vessel is currently located in Europe and is operating on a World Touring Itinerary and running a busy Private program.       This position is suited to an exper...

• United Kingdom | Glamorgan | Cardiff
• Very Competitive Package

Are you a proactive leader with a passion for driving health and safety standards across a dynamic organisation? Our client is seeking an experienced Group Health & Safety Manager to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of their employees, visitors, and contractors. This is a key role that requ...

• Florida | United States of America | Fort Lauderdale

I have an exciting opportunity for a Charter Manager to join my client, a leading Yacht Management company based in Fort Lauderdale. You will be responsible for overseeing the charter operations, managing client relationships, and ensuring seamless coordination between clients, yacht owners, and ...

• Posted 5 days ago

Faststream Yacht Crew is excited to present the opportunity for an Experienced Stewardess to join a highly desirable 55m+ M/Y . The vessel is currently located in the Seychelles and is operating on a dual season running a private program.         This opportunity is tailored for a seasoned Housek...

• €5,000-€5,500

Faststream Yacht Crew is excited to present the opportunity for a permanent 2nd Officer to join a highly desirable 60+ Motor Yacht. The vessel is currently located in Turkey and is operating on a Dual Season Itinerary and running a Private/Charter program.   This role requires a minimum of OOW 30...

• Dependant on Experience

I am working with a global Yacht Management company, who have an opportunity to work in their Fort Lauderdale office Accounts Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual who has previous experience working in an accounts role. You will be required to reside within a commuter...

• Europe | Spain
• Salary + Commision, Package DOE

I have an exciting opportunity for a Yacht Broker to join my client, a Yacht Dealer based in Mallorca. This is a full time office based role and all applicants must have existing Right to Work in Europe and reside in or be willing to relocate to Mallorca.    Responsibilities: Develop and maintain...

• Europe | France
• Competitive

Job Title: Personal Assistant to the Chairman Location: South of France Languages: Fluent in English and French Experience: 5+ years in a similar role Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Personal Assistant (PA) to support the Chairman of a leading Yacht Management Comp...

• Posted 7 days ago

Faststream Yacht Crew is excited to present the opportunity for a Junior Stewardess to join a highly desirable 90m+ Motor Yacht. The vessel is currently located in Europe and is operating on a Dual Season Itinerary and running a Private program.       This role can accept green however MUST have ...

Faststream Yacht Crew is excited to present the opportunity for a Chief Officer to join a highly desirable 60m+ M/. The vessel is currently located in New York and is operating on a Dual Season running a Private/Charter program.           This opportunity is tailored for a seasoned Chief Officer ...

Faststream Yacht Crew is excited to present the opportunity for a Female Stew Cook to join a highly desirable 53m+ Motor Yacht. The vessel is currently located in Italy  This opportunity is tailored for a seasoned Stew Cook poised for their next career challenge.   To be considered you must hold ...

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Housekeepers X 2 – Private Residences – Bondi Beach or Point Piper

Are you a housekeeper / stewardess interested in some ongoing residential work in Sydney’s East? 2 X high end residences both require an experienced housekeeper to assist with the weekly housekeeping / detailing / laundry requirement. Rate: $40 -$50 AUD / hour DOE Hours: During the day Days Available are flexible 2.5...

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• Classification:   Residential
• Location:   Australia/NZ
• Type:   Seasonal

Deck/Mate- 90’ (New Build) MY Private/Charter- Sydney (base), Melbourne & Whitsundays

Are you a deckhand based in Sydney looking to join a new charter program? Are you wanting to build up your commercial sea time & tickets? Position Snapshot New Build Sydney (base) live ashore $80,000 AUD + Super DOE An excellent opportunity has...

• Classification:   Deckhand / Bosun
• Type:   Full-Time

Captain (open to couples) 35m Private/Charter MY- Sydney, Gold Coast, FNQ

Do you hold a master 4 and interested in joining a multi yacht program?   Position Snapshot Open to Couples (with stewardess) Master 4 Seasonal or Permanent   Currently in QLD the vessel plans to head to Sydney for the summer charter season in accompaniment...

• Classification:   Captain

Urgent: Deckhand Daywork – Australia– 1 month

Are you an experienced deckhand available for a 1-month temp contract? Are you based in Australia or NZ and available for an immediate start? Position Snapshot 1 month day work Starting ASAP (Urgent) Accommodation onboard No guest trips Location: Australia ...

• Type:   Daywork/Relief

Couples Role- Stewardess & Deckhand – 37m Private MY – Sydney Based

Are you a couple looking for a lifestyle role in Sydney? Are you interested in living onboard and saving money on accommodation? Position Snapshot Only open to teams Live onboard $70,000 AUD + Super / role Sydney Based (year round) The...

• Classification:   Steward/ess

Rotational Chief Stewardess 1:1 – 40m Private MY – Australia, Indonesia, NZ , PNG

Are you an Australian/NZ chief stewardess looking for a rare equal time rotation?   Do you enjoy working within a fun team environment?   Position Snapshot   1 month on, 1 month off 3-4 years experience on Superyachts Start when found (flexible with notice...

• Classification:   Chief Steward/ess
• Type:   Rotational

Deck/Mate 92’ MY Charter/Private MY- Australia & Thailand

Are you a deck/mate interested in being based between Thailand & Australia? Do you have watchkeeping experience and keen for offshore commercial seatime?   Position Snapshot Qld, Phuket & Ko Samui Excellent Salary Watchkeeping experience (essential)...

Deckhand/Tender Captain- 80m+ SY Private/Charter- South Pacific, Fiji, Australia, NZ

Are you a deckhand who is a gun tender driver? Are you interested in joining a reputable superyacht program in the South Pacific? Position Snapshot 4000€-4500€ / month 60 days leave + 2 flights Yachtmaster preferred Male only due to cabins A high profile...

• Location:   Pacific

House Manager- Eastern Suburbs- Sydney

Are you a stewardess looking for a lifestyle opportunity Monday to Friday? Do you have experience working as a yacht stewardess or lifestyle manager? Position Snapshot Monday – Friday , 9am-5pm Late September/early October start Point Piper location A lovely / personable...

Deck/Diver- 80m+ SY Private/Charter- South Pacific, Fiji, Australia, NZ

Are you a deckhand with a minimum of a divemaster? Are you interested in joining a reputable superyacht program in the South Pacific? Position Snapshot 4000€-4500€ / month 60 days leave + 2 flights Divemaster (essential) Male only due to cabins A high...

2nd / 3rd Stewardess (Temp or Fulltime) 50m Private MY – US & Caribbean

**Calling all stews interested in a terrific US/Caribbean program   Position Snapshot   2nd Stewardess level From $4000-$5000 US / month DOE (as a guide only) Temp or Fulltime B1/B2 A high profile 50m Private MY is on the search...

• Location:   Americas

Deckhand 30m Private/Charter MY- Whitsundays & Sydney

Are you a deckhand who holds a minimum of a Coxswain? Are you interested in doing a mixture of both private & charters? A well run 30m private/charter MY is on the search for a deckhand to join their team for the tail end of the Whitsundays season, before the vessel makes its way back down to Sydney. The deckhand...

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Lead Service Stewardess- 85m Expedition Charter/Private- Asia, Pacific

Are you a stewardess with impeccable service skills? Position Snapshot 3:1 rotation $5000 US / Month DOE Preference to Australian / NZ candidates The ideal candidate will have time on superyachts 50m+ and have a strong background in service, looking to take on a leadership...

• Location:   Worldwide

Captain & Stew 92’ MY Charter/Private MY- Australia & Thailand

Are you a captain & stew team interested in being based between Thailand & Australia?   Position Snapshot Master 4 or MCA 200gt Qld, Phuket & Ko Samui Excellent Salary A high profile 92’ foreign flagged MY is on the search for a captain/engineer...

Chief Stewardess- 34m Private MY- NZ, Australia – Fiji

**Calling all experienced stews looking for a great South Pacific Program** Position Snapshot Up to $5500- $6000 US / Month (+/- pending experience) Private use only, low guest numbers. Fulltime 2nd stew for support A unique opportunity has become available...

Sailing Yacht Project – Trade assist / junior Captain - Gold Coast

Are you a sailing professional interested in working on a new to launch sail vessel? Do you have proven sailing skills , both coastal and offshore? Position Snapshot Gold Coast Based (with accommodation included) Initial...

Lead Deckhand 45m Private Motor Yacht- Sydney & Pacific

Are you an experienced deckhand looking to work within a very professional team? Do have solid tender driving experience, looking to progress tickets? Position Snapshot Excellent Salary (above industry standard) ...

Seasonal Chief Stewardess $$$+ Private MY – Sydney / Australia

Calling all experienced Chief Stewardesses available for a terrific seasonal contract in Australia. Managing a large team of 2-4 stewardesses the vessel wil only consider candidates with experience on vessels over 50m as chief. The position would suit a big superyacht chief stewardess with 5 years + experience looking...

Expressions of interest- Freelance / Temp & Seasonal - Australian Summer (Stewardess)

MYS is taking expressions of interest for any crew available for Freelance / Temp & Seasonal roles over the Australian Summer. Day rates for Stewardess work in Australia range from $300- $600 AUD / day depending experience and the requirement & will go up for major events (NYE & Public Holidays) MYS currently...

2nd Stewardess 38m Private MY – Sydney Based (Year-round)

Are you a stewardess interested in a Land-based / Lifestyle role in Sydney? Position Snapshot Sydney based (year-round) Monday to Friday (off trip) Start: September A high-profile Sydney based 38m private MY is on the search for a highly professional...

2nd /3rd Stewardess- 45m Private Motor Yacht– Sydney (based), Whitsundays & Pacific

Are you a stewardess who enjoys front of house/service? Do you value working within an exceptional team environment? Position Snapshot 2nd or 3rd stew level Sydney based (9 -10 months), winters in Whitsundays or Pacific...

Dockmaster – Leading Marina & Shipyard – Brisbane Based

Are you a deckhand or marine professional interested in a land-based opportunity?   Would you like to work with one of Australia’s leading Superyacht Marina’s?   Position Snapshot   Brisbane Based. Monday to Friday (30am-4.00pm) $75,000.00...

House Manager- Gold Coast – Hinterland

Are you a superyacht or private residence stewardess interested in going land based on the Gold Coast? The Estate owners are seeking a full-time house manager to work in their prestigious homestead and guest house, at their luxury rural estate nestled in the Gold Coast hinterland. Reporting to the Site manager,...

Lead Deckhand / Tender Captain – 34m Private MY – Sydney Based

Are you a deckhand or deck/stew interested in being based in Sydney year-round?   Do you have tender driving experience and hands on maintenance skills?   Position Snapshot Sydney based (all year) Must have own accommodation ashore $80,000 AUD / Year (as Guide)...

Part-Time- Housekeeper/Cleaner – High profile Residence- Point Piper, Sydney

  Are you a stewardess or housekeeper interested in a part time, 2 days / week housekeeping position?   Position Snapshot 2 days / week $40-$50 / Hour (based on experience) 8am to Midday or 9am to 2pm (flexible) Tuesdays &...

Executive Housekeeper-Private Residence/s – Melbourne

Are you a high-end hospitality professional or yacht stewardess looking to work within Residential Management for a high-net-worth client?   Do you have excellent housekeeping skills?   Position Snapshot Fulltime Executive Housekeeper Multiple Residences Room for...

Sole Chef- 32m Expedition Yacht- Cairns, NZ, Kimberley, Melbourne, Tasmania

Are you a culinary trained chef interested in cruising Australia, NZ and the remote Kimberley?   Are you interested in working within a highly professional (and fun) crew?   Position Snapshot   $110,000-$130,000 AUD + Super  DOE Private use, low guest numbers ...

• Classification:   Chef

Chief Stewardess-36m- Private MY- Sydney & Indonesia

Are you a stewardess looking for an amazing lifestyle role? Do you have an interest in diving, learning deck skills or even temping on a private jet? Position Snapshot Sydney based (9 months) Indonesia (2 months) Yard (1 month) Low use program / lifestyle role Stacks...

Chief Stewardess- 50m Private MY – Sydney (base), Gold Coast & Pacific

** Sponsorship option in Australia Are you a chief stewardess interested in working out in Australia long-term? Are you interested in working for an exceptional superyacht owner? Position Snapshot Open to all nationalities (long term sponsorship option) $120,000 - $140,000...

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• Places - European, Western and Northern Russia

YEKATERINBURG: FACTORIES, URAL SIGHTS, YELTSIN AND THE WHERE NICHOLAS II WAS KILLED

Sverdlovsk oblast.

Sverdlovsk Oblast is the largest region in the Urals; it lies in the foothills of mountains and contains a monument indicating the border between Europe and Asia. The region covers 194,800 square kilometers (75,200 square miles), is home to about 4.3 million people and has a population density of 22 people per square kilometer. About 83 percent of the population live in urban areas. Yekaterinburg is the capital and largest city, with 1.5 million people. For Russians, the Ural Mountains are closely associated with Pavel Bazhov's tales and known for folk crafts such as Kasli iron sculpture, Tagil painting, and copper embossing. Yekaterinburg is the birthplace of Russia’s iron and steel industry, taking advantage of the large iron deposits in the Ural mountains. The popular Silver Ring of the Urals tourist route starts here.

In the summer you can follow in the tracks of Yermak, climb relatively low Ural mountain peaks and look for boulders seemingly with human faces on them. You can head to the Gemstone Belt of the Ural mountains, which used to house emerald, amethyst and topaz mines. In the winter you can go ice fishing, ski and cross-country ski.

Sverdlovsk Oblast and Yekaterinburg are located near the center of Russia, at the crossroads between Europe and Asia and also the southern and northern parts of Russia. Winters are longer and colder than in western section of European Russia. Snowfalls can be heavy. Winter temperatures occasionally drop as low as - 40 degrees C (-40 degrees F) and the first snow usually falls in October. A heavy winter coat, long underwear and good boots are essential. Snow and ice make the sidewalks very slippery, so footwear with a good grip is important. Since the climate is very dry during the winter months, skin moisturizer plus lip balm are recommended. Be alert for mud on street surfaces when snow cover is melting (April-May). Patches of mud create slippery road conditions.

Yekaterinburg

Yekaterinburg (kilometer 1818 on the Trans-Siberian Railway) is the fourth largest city in Russia, with of 1.5 million and growth rate of about 12 percent, high for Russia. Located in the southern Ural mountains, it was founded by Peter the Great and named after his wife Catherine, it was used by the tsars as a summer retreat and is where tsar Nicholas II and his family were executed and President Boris Yeltsin lived most of his life and began his political career. The city is near the border between Europe and Asia.

Yekaterinburg (also spelled Ekaterinburg) is located on the eastern slope of the Ural Mountains in the headwaters of the Iset and Pyshma Rivers. The Iset runs through the city center. Three ponds — Verkh-Isetsky, Gorodskoy and Nizhne-Isetsky — were created on it. Yekaterinburg has traditionally been a city of mining and was once the center of the mining industry of the Urals and Siberia. Yekaterinburg remains a major center of the Russian armaments industry and is sometimes called the "Pittsburgh of Russia.". A few ornate, pastel mansions and wide boulevards are reminders of the tsarist era. The city is large enough that it has its own Metro system but is characterized mostly by blocky Soviet-era apartment buildings. The city has advanced under President Vladimir Putin and is now one of the fastest growing places in Russia, a country otherwise characterized by population declines

Yekaterinburg is technically an Asian city as it lies 32 kilometers east of the continental divide between Europe and Asia. The unofficial capital of the Urals, a key region in the Russian heartland, it is second only to Moscow in terms of industrial production and capital of Sverdlovsk oblast. Among the important industries are ferrous and non-ferrous metallurgy, machine building and metalworking, chemical and petrochemicals, construction materials and medical, light and food industries. On top of being home of numerous heavy industries and mining concerns, Yekaterinburg is also a major center for industrial research and development and power engineering as well as home to numerous institutes of higher education, technical training, and scientific research. In addition, Yekaterinburg is the largest railway junction in Russia: the Trans-Siberian Railway passes through it, the southern, northern, western and eastern routes merge in the city.

Accommodation: There are two good and affordable hotels — the 3-star Emerald and Parus hotels — located close to the city's most popular landmarks and main transport interchanges in the center of Yekaterinburg. Room prices start at RUB 1,800 per night.

History of Yekaterinburg

Yekaterinburg was founded in 1723 by Peter the Great and named after his wife Catherine I. It was used by the tsars as a summer retreat but was mainly developed as metalworking and manufacturing center to take advantage of the large deposits of iron and other minerals in the Ural mountains. It is best known to Americans as the place where the last Tsar and his family were murdered by the Bolsheviks in 1918 and near where American U-2 spy plane, piloted by Gary Powers, was shot down in 1960.

Peter the Great recognized the importance of the iron and copper-rich Urals region for Imperial Russia's industrial and military development. In November 1723, he ordered the construction of a fortress factory and an ironworks in the Iset River Valley, which required a dam for its operation. In its early years Yekaterinburg grew rich from gold and other minerals and later coal. The Yekaterinburg gold rush of 1745 created such a huge amount of wealth that one rich baron of that time hosted a wedding party that lasted a year. By the mid-18th century, metallurgical plants had sprung up across the Urals to cast cannons, swords, guns and other weapons to arm Russia’s expansionist ambitions. The Yekaterinburg mint produced most of Russia's coins. Explorations of the Trans-Baikal and Altai regions began here in the 18th century.

Iron, cast iron and copper were the main products. Even though Iron from the region went into the Eiffel Tower, the main plant in Yekaterinburg itself was shut down in 1808. The city still kept going through a mountain factory control system of the Urals. The first railway in the Urals was built here: in 1878, the Yekaterinburg-Perm railway branch connected the province's capital with the factories of the Middle Urals.

In the Soviet era the city was called Sverdlovsk (named after Yakov Sverdlov, the man who organized Nicholas II's execution). During the first five-year plans the city became industrial — old plants were reconstructed, new ones were built. The center of Yekaterinburg was formed to conform to the historical general plan of 1829 but was the layout was adjusted around plants and factories. In the Stalin era the city was a major gulag transhipment center. In World War II, many defense-related industries were moved here. It and the surrounding area were a center of the Soviet Union's military industrial complex. Soviet tanks, missiles and aircraft engines were made in the Urals. During the Cold War era, Yekaterinburg was a center of weapons-grade uranium enrichment and processing, warhead assembly and dismantlement. In 1979, 64 people died when anthrax leaked from a biological weapons facility. Yekaterinburg was a “Closed City” for 40 years during the Cold Soviet era and was not open to foreigners until 1991

In the early post-Soviet era, much like Pittsburgh in the 1970s, Yekaterinburg had a hard struggle d to cope with dramatic economic changes that have made its heavy industries uncompetitive on the world market. Huge defense plants struggled to survive and the city was notorious as an organized crime center in the 1990s, when its hometown boy Boris Yeltsin was President of Russia. By the 2000s, Yekaterinburg’s retail and service was taking off, the defense industry was reviving and it was attracting tech industries and investments related to the Urals’ natural resources. By the 2010s it was vying to host a world exhibition in 2020 (it lost, Dubai won) and it had McDonald’s, Subway, sushi restaurants, and Gucci, Chanel and Armani. There were Bentley and Ferrari dealerships but they closed down

Transportation in Yekaterinburg

Getting There: By Plane: Yekaterinburg is a three-hour flight from Moscow with prices starting at RUB 8,000, or a 3-hour flight from Saint Petersburg starting from RUB 9,422 (direct round-trip flight tickets for one adult passenger). There are also flights from Frankfurt, Istanbul, China and major cities in the former Soviet Union.

By Train: Yekaterinburg is a major stop on the Trans-Siberian Railway. Daily train service is available to Moscow and many other Russian cities.Yekaterinburg is a 32-hour train ride from Moscow (tickets RUB 8,380 and above) or a 36-hour train ride from Saint Petersburg (RUB 10,300 and above). The ticket prices are round trip for a berth in a sleeper compartment for one adult passenger). By Car: a car trip from Moscow to Yekateringburg is 1,787 kilometers long and takes about 18 hours. The road from Saint Petersburg is 2,294 kilometers and takes about 28 hours.

Regional Transport: The region's public transport includes buses and suburban electric trains. Regional trains provide transport to larger cities in the Ural region. Buses depart from Yekaterinburg’s two bus stations: the Southern Bus Station and the Northern Bus Station.

Regional Transport: According the to Association for Safe International Road Travel (ASIRT): “Public transportation is well developed. Overcrowding is common. Fares are low. Service is efficient. Buses are the main form of public transport. Tram network is extensive. Fares are reasonable; service is regular. Trams are heavily used by residents, overcrowding is common. Purchase ticket after boarding. Metro runs from city center to Uralmash, an industrial area south of the city. Metro ends near the main railway station. Fares are inexpensive.

“Traffic is congested in city center. Getting around by car can be difficult. Route taxis (minivans) provide the fastest transport. They generally run on specific routes, but do not have specific stops. Drivers stop where passengers request. Route taxis can be hailed. Travel by bus or trolleybuses may be slow in rush hour. Trams are less affected by traffic jams. Trolley buses (electric buses) cannot run when temperatures drop below freezing.”

Entertainment, Sports and Recreation in Yekaterinburg

The performing arts in Yekaterinburg are first rate. The city has an excellent symphony orchestra, opera and ballet theater, and many other performing arts venues. Tickets are inexpensive. The Yekaterinburg Opera and Ballet Theater is lavishly designed and richly decorated building in the city center of Yekaterinburg. The theater was established in 1912 and building was designed by architect Vladimir Semyonov and inspired by the Vienna Opera House and the Theater of Opera and Ballet in Odessa.

Vaynera Street is a pedestrian only shopping street in city center with restaurants, cafes and some bars. But otherwise Yekaterinburg's nightlife options are limited. There are a handful of expensive Western-style restaurants and bars, none of them that great. Nightclubs serve the city's nouveau riche clientele. Its casinos have closed down. Some of them had links with organized crime. New dance clubs have sprung up that are popular with Yekaterinburg's more affluent youth.

Yekaterinburg's most popular spectator sports are hockey, basketball, and soccer. There are stadiums and arenas that host all three that have fairly cheap tickets. There is an indoor water park and lots of parks and green spaces. The Urals have many lakes, forests and mountains are great for hiking, boating, berry and mushroom hunting, swimming and fishing. Winter sports include cross-country skiing and ice skating. Winter lasts about six months and there’s usually plenty of snow. The nearby Ural Mountains however are not very high and the downhill skiing opportunities are limited..

Sights in Yekaterinburg

Sights in Yekaterinburg include the Museum of City Architecture and Ural Industry, with an old water tower and mineral collection with emeralds. malachite, tourmaline, jasper and other precious stone; Geological Alley, a small park with labeled samples of minerals found in the Urals region; the Ural Geology Museum, which houses an extensive collection of stones, gold and gems from the Urals; a monument marking the border between Europe and Asia; a memorial for gulag victims; and a graveyard with outlandish memorials for slain mafia members.

The Military History Museum houses the remains of the U-2 spy plane shot down in 1960 and locally made tanks and rocket launchers. The fine arts museum contains paintings by some of Russia's 19th-century masters. Also worth a look are the History an Local Studies Museum; the Political History and Youth Museum; and the University and Arboretum. Old wooden houses can be seen around Zatoutstovsya ulitsa and ulitsa Belinskogo. Around the city are wooded parks, lakes and quarries used to harvest a variety of minerals. Weiner Street is the main street of Yekaterinburg. Along it are lovely sculptures and 19th century architecture. Take a walk around the unique Literary Quarter

Plotinka is a local meeting spot, where you will often find street musicians performing. Plotinka can be described as the center of the city's center. This is where Yekaterinburg holds its biggest events: festivals, seasonal fairs, regional holiday celebrations, carnivals and musical fountain shows. There are many museums and open-air exhibitions on Plotinka. Plotinka is named after an actual dam of the city pond located nearby (“plotinka” means “a small dam” in Russian).In November 1723, Peter the Great ordered the construction of an ironworks in the Iset River Valley, which required a dam for its operation. “Iset” can be translated from Finnish as “abundant with fish”. This name was given to the river by the Mansi — the Finno-Ugric people dwelling on the eastern slope of the Northern Urals.

Vysotsky and Iset are skyscrapers that are 188.3 meters and 209 meters high, respectively. Fifty-story-high Iset has been described by locals as the world’s northernmost skyscraper. Before the construction of Iset, Vysotsky was the tallest building of Yekaterinburg and Russia (excluding Moscow). A popular vote has decided to name the skyscraper after the famous Soviet songwriter, singer and actor Vladimir Vysotsky. and the building was opened on November 25, 2011. There is a lookout at the top of the building, and the Vysotsky museum on its second floor. The annual “Vysotsky climb” (1137 steps) is held there, with a prize of RUB 100,000. While Vysotsky serves as an office building, Iset, owned by the Ural Mining and Metallurgical Company, houses 225 premium residential apartments ranging from 80 to 490 square meters in size.

Boris Yeltsin Presidential Center

The Boris Yeltsin Presidential Center (in the city center: ul. Yeltsina, 3) is a non-governmental organization named after the first president of the Russian Federation. The Museum of the First President of Russia as well as his archives are located in the Center. There is also a library, educational and children's centers, and exposition halls. Yeltsin lived most of his life and began his political career in Yekaterinburg. He was born in Butka about 200 kilometers east of Yekaterinburg.

The core of the Center is the Museum. Modern multimedia technologies help animate the documents, photos from the archives, and artifacts. The Yeltsin Museum holds collections of: propaganda posters, leaflets, and photos of the first years of the Soviet regime; portraits and portrait sculptures of members of Politburo of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of various years; U.S.S.R. government bonds and other items of the Soviet era; a copy of “One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich” by Alexander Solzhenitsyn, published in the “Novy Mir” magazine (#11, 1962); perestroika-era editions of books by Alexander Solzhenitsyn, Vasily Grossman, and other authors; theater, concert, and cinema posters, programs, and tickets — in short, all of the artifacts of the perestroika era.

The Yeltsin Center opened in 2012. Inside you will also find an art gallery, a bookstore, a gift shop, a food court, concert stages and a theater. There are regular screenings of unique films that you will not find anywhere else. Also operating inside the center, is a scientific exploritorium for children. The center was designed by Boris Bernaskoni. Almost from the its very opening, the Yeltsin Center has been accused by members of different political entities of various ideological crimes. The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00am to 9:00pm.

Where Nicholas II was Executed

On July, 17, 1918, during this reign of terror of the Russian Civil War, former-tsar Nicholas II, his wife, five children (the 13-year-old Alexis, 22-year-old Olga, 19-year-old Maria and 17-year-old Anastasia)the family physician, the cook, maid, and valet were shot to death by a Red Army firing squad in the cellar of the house they were staying at in Yekaterinburg.

Ipatiev House (near Church on the Blood, Ulitsa Libknekhta) was a merchant's house where Nicholas II and his family were executed. The house was demolished in 1977, on the orders of an up and coming communist politician named Boris Yeltsin. Yeltsin later said that the destruction of the house was an "act of barbarism" and he had no choice because he had been ordered to do it by the Politburo,

The site is marked with s cross with the photos of the family members and cross bearing their names. A small wooden church was built at the site. It contains paintings of the family. For a while there were seven traditional wooden churches. Mass is given ay noon everyday in an open-air museum. The Church on the Blood — constructed to honor Nicholas II and his family — was built on the part of the site in 1991 and is now a major place of pilgrimage.

Nicholas and his family where killed during the Russian civil war. It is thought the Bolsheviks figured that Nicholas and his family gave the Whites figureheads to rally around and they were better of dead. Even though the death orders were signed Yakov Sverdlov, the assassination was personally ordered by Lenin, who wanted to get them out of sight and out of mind. Trotsky suggested a trial. Lenin nixed the idea, deciding something had to be done about the Romanovs before White troops approached Yekaterinburg. Trotsky later wrote: "The decision was not only expedient but necessary. The severity of he punishment showed everyone that we would continue to fight on mercilessly, stopping at nothing."

Ian Frazier wrote in The New Yorker: “Having read a lot about the end of Tsar Nicholas II and his family and servants, I wanted to see the place in Yekaterinburg where that event occurred. The gloomy quality of this quest depressed Sergei’s spirits, but he drove all over Yekaterinburg searching for the site nonetheless. Whenever he stopped and asked a pedestrian how to get to the house where Nicholas II was murdered, the reaction was a wince. Several people simply walked away. But eventually, after a lot of asking, Sergei found the location. It was on a low ridge near the edge of town, above railroad tracks and the Iset River. The house, known as the Ipatiev House, was no longer standing, and the basement where the actual killings happened had been filled in. I found the blankness of the place sinister and dizzying. It reminded me of an erasure done so determinedly that it had worn a hole through the page. [Source: Ian Frazier, The New Yorker, August 3, 2009, Frazier is author of “Travels in Siberia” (2010)]

“The street next to the site is called Karl Liebknecht Street. A building near where the house used to be had a large green advertisement that said, in English, “LG—Digitally Yours.” On an adjoining lot, a small chapel kept the memory of the Tsar and his family; beneath a pedestal holding an Orthodox cross, peonies and pansies grew. The inscription on the pedestal read, “We go down on our knees, Russia, at the foot of the tsarist cross.”

Books: The Romanovs: The Final Chapter by Robert K. Massie (Random House, 1995); The Fall of the Romanovs by Mark D. Steinberg and Vladimir Khrustalëv (Yale, 1995);

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Execution of Nicholas II

According to Robert Massie K. Massie, author of Nicholas and Alexandra, Nicholas II and his family were awakened from their bedrooms around midnight and taken to the basement. They were told they were to going to take some photographs of them and were told to stand behind a row of chairs.

Suddenly, a group of 11 Russians and Latvians, each with a revolver, burst into the room with orders to kill a specific person. Yakob Yurovsky, a member of the Soviet executive committee, reportedly shouted "your relatives are continuing to attack the Soviet Union.” After firing, bullets bouncing off gemstones hidden in the corsets of Alexandra and her daughters ricocheted around the room like "a shower of hail," the soldiers said. Those that were still breathing were killed with point black shots to the head.

The three sisters and the maid survived the first round thanks to their gems. They were pressed up against a wall and killed with a second round of bullets. The maid was the only one that survived. She was pursued by the executioners who stabbed her more than 30 times with their bayonets. The still writhing body of Alexis was made still by a kick to the head and two bullets in the ear delivered by Yurovsky himself.

Yurovsky wrote: "When the party entered I told the Romanovs that in view of the fact their relatives continued their offensive against Soviet Russia, the Executive Committee of the Urals Soviet had decided to shoot them. Nicholas turned his back to the detachment and faced his family. Then, as if collecting himself, he turned around, asking, 'What? What?'"

"[I] ordered the detachment to prepare. Its members had been previously instructed whom to shoot and to am directly at the heart to avoid much blood and to end more quickly. Nicholas said no more. he turned again to his family. The others shouted some incoherent exclamations. All this lasted a few seconds. Then commenced the shooting, which went on for two or three minutes. [I] killed Nicholas on the spot."

Nicholas II’s Initial Burial Site in Yekaterinburg

Ganina Yama Monastery (near the village of Koptyaki, 15 kilometers northwest of Yekaterinburg) stands near the three-meter-deep pit where some the remains of Nicholas II and his family were initially buried. The second burial site — where most of the remains were — is in a field known as Porosyonkov (56.9113628°N 60.4954326°E), seven kilometers from Ganina Yama.

On visiting Ganina Yama Monastery, one person posted in Trip Advisor: “We visited this set of churches in a pretty park with Konstantin from Ekaterinburg Guide Centre. He really brought it to life with his extensive knowledge of the history of the events surrounding their terrible end. The story is so moving so unless you speak Russian, it is best to come here with a guide or else you will have no idea of what is what.”

In 1991, the acid-burned remains of Nicholas II and his family were exhumed from a shallow roadside mass grave in a swampy area 12 miles northwest of Yekaterinburg. The remains had been found in 1979 by geologist and amateur archeologist Alexander Avdonin, who kept the location secret out of fear that they would be destroyed by Soviet authorities. The location was disclosed to a magazine by one his fellow discovers.

The original plan was to throw the Romanovs down a mine shaft and disposes of their remains with acid. They were thrown in a mine with some grenades but the mine didn't collapse. They were then carried by horse cart. The vats of acid fell off and broke. When the carriage carrying the bodies broke down it was decided the bury the bodies then and there. The remaining acid was poured on the bones, but most of it was soaked up the ground and the bones largely survived.

After this their pulses were then checked, their faces were crushed to make them unrecognizable and the bodies were wrapped in bed sheets loaded onto a truck. The "whole procedure," Yurovsky said took 20 minutes. One soldiers later bragged than he could "die in peace because he had squeezed the Empress's -------."

The bodies were taken to a forest and stripped, burned with acid and gasoline, and thrown into abandoned mine shafts and buried under railroad ties near a country road near the village of Koptyaki. "The bodies were put in the hole," Yurovsky wrote, "and the faces and all the bodies, generally doused with sulfuric acid, both so they couldn't be recognized and prevent a stink from them rotting...We scattered it with branches and lime, put boards on top and drove over it several times—no traces of the hole remained.

Shortly afterwards, the government in Moscow announced that Nicholas II had been shot because of "a counterrevolutionary conspiracy." There was no immediate word on the other members of the family which gave rise to rumors that other members of the family had escaped. Yekaterinburg was renamed Sverdlov in honor of the man who signed the death orders.

For seven years the remains of Nicholas II, Alexandra, three of their daughters and four servants were stored in polyethylene bags on shelves in the old criminal morgue in Yekaterunburg. On July 17, 1998, Nicholas II and his family and servants who were murdered with him were buried Peter and Paul Fortress in St. Petersburg along with the other Romanov tsars, who have been buried there starting with Peter the Great. Nicholas II had a side chapel built for himself at the fortress in 1913 but was buried in a new crypt.

Near Yekaterinburg

Factory-Museum of Iron and Steel Metallurgy (in Niznhy Tagil 80 kilometers north of Yekaterinburg) a museum with old mining equipment made at the site of huge abandoned iron and steel factory. Officially known as the Factory-Museum of the History of the Development of Iron and Steel Metallurgy, it covers an area of 30 hectares and contains a factory founded by the Demidov family in 1725 that specialized mainly in the production of high-quality cast iron and steel. Later, the foundry was renamed after Valerian Kuybyshev, a prominent figure of the Communist Party.

The first Russian factory museum, the unusual museum demonstrates all stages of metallurgy and metal working. There is even a blast furnace and an open-hearth furnace. The display of factory equipment includes bridge crane from 1892) and rolling stock equipment from the 19th-20th centuries. In Niznhy Tagil contains some huge blocks of malachite and

Nizhnyaya Sinyachikha (180 kilometers east-northeast of Yekaterinburg) has an open air architecture museum with log buildings, a stone church and other pre-revolutionary architecture. The village is the creation of Ivan Samoilov, a local activist who loved his village so much he dedicated 40 years of his life to recreating it as the open-air museum of wooden architecture.

The stone Savior Church, a good example of Siberian baroque architecture. The interior and exterior of the church are exhibition spaces of design. The houses are very colorful. In tsarist times, rich villagers hired serfs to paint the walls of their wooden izbas (houses) bright colors. Old neglected buildings from the 17th to 19th centuries have been brought to Nizhnyaya Sinyachikha from all over the Urals. You will see the interior design of the houses and hear stories about traditions and customs of the Ural farmers.

Verkhoturye (330 kilometers road from Yekaterinburg) is the home a 400-year-old monastery that served as 16th century capital of the Urals. Verkhoturye is a small town on the Tura River knows as the Jerusalem of the Urals for its many holy places, churches and monasteries. The town's main landmark is its Kremlin — the smallest in Russia. Pilgrims visit the St. Nicholas Monastery to see the remains of St. Simeon of Verkhoturye, the patron saint of fishermen.

Ural Mountains

Ural Mountains are the traditional dividing line between Europe and Asia and have been a crossroads of Russian history. Stretching from Kazakhstan to the fringes of the Arctic Kara Sea, the Urals lie almost exactly along the 60 degree meridian of longitude and extend for about 2,000 kilometers (1,300 miles) from north to south and varies in width from about 50 kilometers (30 miles) in the north and 160 kilometers (100 miles) the south. At kilometers 1777 on the Trans-Siberian Railway there is white obelisk with "Europe" carved in Russian on one side and "Asia" carved on the other.

The eastern side of the Urals contains a lot of granite and igneous rock. The western side is primarily sandstone and limestones. A number of precious stones can be found in the southern part of the Urals, including emeralds. malachite, tourmaline, jasper and aquamarines. The highest peaks are in the north. Mount Narodnaya is the highest of all but is only 1884 meters (6,184 feet) high. The northern Urals are covered in thick forests and home to relatively few people.

Like the Appalachian Mountains in the eastern United States, the Urals are very old mountains — with rocks and sediments that are hundreds of millions years old — that were one much taller than they are now and have been steadily eroded down over millions of years by weather and other natural processes to their current size. According to Encyclopedia Britannica: “The rock composition helps shape the topography: the high ranges and low, broad-topped ridges consist of quartzites, schists, and gabbro, all weather-resistant. Buttes are frequent, and there are north–south troughs of limestone, nearly all containing river valleys. Karst topography is highly developed on the western slopes of the Urals, with many caves, basins, and underground streams. The eastern slopes, on the other hand, have fewer karst formations; instead, rocky outliers rise above the flattened surfaces. Broad foothills, reduced to peneplain, adjoin the Central and Southern Urals on the east.

“The Urals date from the structural upheavals of the Hercynian orogeny (about 250 million years ago). About 280 million years ago there arose a high mountainous region, which was eroded to a peneplain. Alpine folding resulted in new mountains, the most marked upheaval being that of the Nether-Polar Urals...The western slope of the Urals is composed of middle Paleozoic sedimentary rocks (sandstones and limestones) that are about 350 million years old. In many places it descends in terraces to the Cis-Ural depression (west of the Urals), to which much of the eroded matter was carried during the late Paleozoic (about 300 million years ago). Found there are widespread karst (a starkly eroded limestone region) and gypsum, with large caverns and subterranean streams. On the eastern slope, volcanic layers alternate with sedimentary strata, all dating from middle Paleozoic times.”

Southern Urals

The southern Urals are characterized by grassy slopes and fertile valleys. The middle Urals are a rolling platform that barely rises above 300 meters (1,000 feet). This region is rich in minerals and has been heavily industrialized. This is where you can find Yekaterinburg (formally Sverdlovsk), the largest city in the Urals.

Most of the Southern Urals are is covered with forests, with 50 percent of that pine-woods, 44 percent birch woods, and the rest are deciduous aspen and alder forests. In the north, typical taiga forests are the norm. There are patches of herbal-poaceous steppes, northem sphagnous marshes and bushy steppes, light birch forests and shady riparian forests, tall-grass mountainous meadows, lowland ling marshes and stony placers with lichen stains. In some places there are no large areas of homogeneous forests, rather they are forests with numerous glades and meadows of different size.

In the Ilmensky Mountains Reserve in the Southern Urals, scientists counted 927 vascular plants (50 relicts, 23 endemic species), about 140 moss species, 483 algae species and 566 mushroom species. Among the species included into the Red Book of Russia are feather grass, downy-leaved feather grass, Zalessky feather grass, moccasin flower, ladies'-slipper, neottianthe cucullata, Baltic orchis, fen orchis, helmeted orchis, dark-winged orchis, Gelma sandwart, Krasheninnikov sandwart, Clare astragalus.

The fauna of the vertebrate animals in the Reserve includes 19 fish, 5 amphibian and 5 reptile. Among the 48 mammal species are elks, roe deer, boars, foxes, wolves, lynxes, badgers, common weasels, least weasels, forest ferrets, Siberian striped weasel, common marten, American mink. Squirrels, beavers, muskrats, hares, dibblers, moles, hedgehogs, voles are quite common, as well as chiropterans: pond bat, water bat, Brandt's bat, whiskered bat, northern bat, long-eared bat, parti-coloured bat, Nathusius' pipistrelle. The 174 bird bird species include white-tailed eagles, honey hawks, boreal owls, gnome owls, hawk owls, tawny owls, common scoters, cuckoos, wookcocks, common grouses, wood grouses, hazel grouses, common partridges, shrikes, goldenmountain thrushes, black- throated loons and others.

Activities and Places in the Ural Mountains

The Urals possess beautiful natural scenery that can be accessed from Yekaterinburg with a rent-a-car, hired taxi and tour. Travel agencies arrange rafting, kayaking and hiking trips. Hikes are available in the taiga forest and the Urals. Trips often include walks through the taiga to small lakes and hikes into the mountains and excursions to collect mushrooms and berries and climb in underground caves. Mellow rafting is offered in a relatively calm six kilometer section of the River Serga. In the winter visitor can enjoy cross-mountains skiing, downhill skiing, ice fishing, dog sledding, snow-shoeing and winter hiking through the forest to a cave covered with ice crystals.

Lake Shartash (10 kilometers from Yekaterinburg) is where the first Ural gold was found, setting in motion the Yekaterinburg gold rush of 1745, which created so much wealth one rich baron of that time hosted a wedding party that lasted a year. The area around Shartash Lake is a favorite picnic and barbecue spot of the locals. Getting There: by bus route No. 50, 054 or 54, with a transfer to suburban commuter bus route No. 112, 120 or 121 (the whole trip takes about an hour), or by car (10 kilometers drive from the city center, 40 minutes).

Revun Rapids (90 kilometers road from Yekaterinburg near Beklenishcheva village) is a popular white water rafting places On the nearby cliffs you can see the remains of a mysterious petroglyph from the Paleolithic period. Along the steep banks, you may notice the dark entrance of Smolinskaya Cave. There are legends of a sorceress who lived in there. The rocks at the riverside are suited for competitive rock climbers and beginners. Climbing hooks and rings are hammered into rocks. The most fun rafting is generally in May and June.

Olenii Ruchii National Park (100 kilometers west of Yekaterinburg) is the most popular nature park in Sverdlovsk Oblast and popular weekend getaway for Yekaterinburg residents. Visitors are attracted by the beautiful forests, the crystal clear Serga River and picturesque rocks caves. There are some easy hiking routes: the six-kilometer Lesser Ring and the 15-kilometer Greater Ring. Another route extends for 18 km and passes by the Mitkinsky Mine, which operated in the 18th-19th centuries. It's a kind of an open-air museum — you can still view mining an enrichment equipment here. There is also a genuine beaver dam nearby.

Among the other attractions at Olenii Ruchii are Druzhba (Friendship) Cave, with passages that extend for about 500 meters; Dyrovaty Kamen (Holed Stone), created over time by water of Serga River eroding rock; and Utoplennik (Drowned Man), where you can see “The Angel of Sole Hope”., created by the Swedish artist Lehna Edwall, who has placed seven angels figures in different parts of the world to “embrace the planet, protecting it from fear, despair, and disasters.”

Image Sources: Wikimedia Commons

Text Sources: Federal Agency for Tourism of the Russian Federation (official Russia tourism website russiatourism.ru ), Russian government websites, UNESCO, Wikipedia, Lonely Planet guides, New York Times, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, National Geographic, The New Yorker, Bloomberg, Reuters, Associated Press, AFP, Yomiuri Shimbun and various books and other publications.

Updated in September 2020

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