Superyacht Interior Course

Introduction to Superyachts Course (Interior Crew)

Our Interior Superyacht Steward/ess course provides all you will need to start work as a Steward or Stewardess. Designed for complete beginners, no stone is left unturned, our founder Sarah has over 25 years experience in the industry & provides a vast repertoire of skill sets to teach.

Working onboard a Superyacht is a career like no other. The yachts boast incredible itineraries & you get to see the world’s top destinations through the eyes of the rich & famous.

Your accommodation, food & living expenses are taken care of & with a highly competitive starting salary, it can be very financially rewarding. Working on-board a charter yacht often offers very high tips additionally.

Designed to introduce the entry level stewardess/steward to working on yachts and the world of yachting. Everything you will need to know to work and live on-board as well as communicate and interact with the guests. How to clean and care for the yacht, covering all aspects of housekeeping, beds and heads as well as laundry, yachting terminology, different guest cultures, etiquette, wine & food pairing, mixology training & the various serving styles often used in 7 star service.

Courses are taught in various maritime schools both in the UK and internationally.

Course Structure

Course Overview

MODULE 1:

Introduction to Yachting

‘Introducing the course and a general overview of the yachting industry’

Demographics - Terminology - Yacht Layout - Cruising Areas

How to Enter the Industry - Resume Assistance - Yachting Life

Personal Presentation - Communication & Body Language - Etiquette

MODULE 2:

Yacht Interiors & Housekeeping

‘An understanding of the presentation & detailing of cabins, bathrooms & guest areas. To understand how to clean & maintain the fabrics, surfaces & finishes found on a typical Superyacht’

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) - General Clean vs Detail Clean

Cleaning Caddie - Beds & Heads - Evening Turn-down

Understanding Materials & Fabrics Typically Found on a Superyacht

MODULE 3:

Superyacht Laundry Etiquette

‘A basic understanding of laundry procedures & how to carry out duties efficiently & professionally/proficiently’

Laundry Guidelines - Reading Labels - Guideline Specifics

Laundry Fabric Types - Machines Used on Superyachts

Laundry Techniques

MODULE 4:

Yacht Safety

‘A basic understanding of the importance of health & safety in the Maritime Industry. Be able to identify hazards in the interior department’

Legal Maritime Understanding - Health & Safety Practices - MARPOL/IMO

MSDS/SDS - What is a Watch? - Drills & Muster Stations

MODULE 5:

Introduction to Service

‘To understand the principles of guest service, to understand how to provide different food & beverage service techniques’

The Role of the Steward/ess - Mise-en-Place - Wine Service - Different styles of Service

Cutlery Identification & Introduction to luxury brands - Glassware

Beverage Service - Tableware - Food Safety

MODULE 6:

Wine & Mixology

‘A basic understanding of wine & mixology’

Basic Knowledge on the Wine Making Process - List of Grapes - Varieties & Locations

New World vs Old World Wines - Basic Wine Pronunciations - How to Open & Store Wine on Superyachts

Basic Spirits & Cocktails Basics - Vodka/Rum/Gin/Tequila Classics - Practical Masterclass

Useful Information

Get The Full Package

In addition to Sarah’s interior course we recommend the full entry-level career package which includes;

STCW - What does this course cover?

Basic sea survival and fire fighting. This basic safety training course is mandatory for all sea farers, including those in an entry level position. This must be completed before you can work onboard a superyacht.

Firefighting & Fire Prevention (A-V1/1-2)

Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (A-V1/1-4)

Sea Survival Techniques (A-V1/1-1)

Elementary First Aid (A-V1/1-3)

Proficiency In Security Awareness (A-V1/1-6)

ENG1 - This is a mandatory maritime medical examination carried out by a maritime qualified doctor.

PDSD - Proficiency In Designated Security Duties (A-V1/6-2)

This is a one-day course focussing on organisations and individuals involved in ship security, including;

Why ship security is important

The roles & responsibilities of the organisations & individuals involved in ship security

What constitutes a security risk

Potential threats & vulnerability to the yacht, its crew & operations

Capabilities & limitations of security methods, equipment & systems