Summary
CHIEF STEWARDESS POSITION – 33 Meter, Private / Charter with plans to Caribbean, Bahamas, Florida and New England
Vessel is currently in West Palm Beach finishing up a yard period.
The Chief Stewardess should be extremely skilled in five-star hospitality, various service styles and interior maintenance. This individual is responsible for owner and guest’s satisfaction aboard and must have the ability to anticipate owner/guest needs and strive to exceed their expectations. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential to success in this position, as well as team management and fiscal administration.
The ideal candidate would have at least three years in yachting, with a good understanding of hospitality, general yachting protocols and operations. They would have a complete understanding and agreement of the yachts general philosophy and policies.
Start Date: ASAP
Qualifications:
•Valid Passport
•B1/B2 Visa
•STCW/Security Awareness and Refresher if applicable
•Current Medical Certificate (ENG 1 or US Equivalent)
•Capable of effectively managing Interior department, and routine maintenance in coordination with the Captain / Owners Representative
•Knowledge of Flower and Table Settings
•Ability to delegate and lead by example
•Supportive, and productive with Captain in contractor negotiations, accounting practices, and detailed financial / time management.
•Candidates must possess excellent people skills
•Great organization, capable of multi-tasking and prioritizing workload
•Computer Skills, Word, Excel, Photography
•Minimum of three years’ experience in yachting, and two years serving as Second or Chief Stewardess.
Job Responsibilities:
•Setting Stewardess Schedules for Guest service and cleaning
•Interior cleaning and maintenance
•Interior Inventory
•Interior accounting
•Liaison with guest and service meals and bartending
•Liaison with galley for meal services
•Orchestrating guest activities
•Boat stowage for sea
•Assisting with lines and fenders on deck as required
•Assisting Captain with administrative duties
Required Skills:
•Ability to delegate, effective communicator, organized, diplomatic and versatile
•Knowledge of restaurants and activities in cruising areas
•Knowledge of flower and table decorations
•Attention to detail
•Financial management
Other Requirements:
•Physically fit, nonsmokers. No electronic cigarette users
•Light social drinker, or non-drinkers only
•No visible tattoos, and better if no tattoos
•Confident person, personable and loyal with leadership ability
•Polite, and respectful to crew, owner and Captain along with other Head of Departments – Head Chef, Chief Officer, and Chief Engineer
•Longevity with good references
•College education, and bilingual is a plus but not entirely necessary
Excellent Compensation & Benefits package