Captain & Cook/Stew 24m SY

A 24m commercial sailing yacht is seeking a Captain and Cook/Stew couple to join on a permanent basis from mid-October or early November.

The Malta-flagged yacht is currently in a reputable shipyard in Portland, Maine, undergoing significant works including an engine replacement and general maintenance. She is due to launch in October before departing for the Caribbean in mid-November, with plans to attend the Antigua Charter Yacht Show in December. The ongoing programme will operate between the Caribbean and Mediterranean.

The Captain must be a confident and resourceful sailor with previous command experience and the qualifications required to operate a commercial vessel. The Cook/Stew should have previous experience in a similar dual role and be confident with cooking, provisioning, menu planning and maintaining the interior.

The yacht operates with three crew. A couple is strongly preferred, although suitable individual candidates may also be considered.

Captain requirements:

• Commercially endorsed Yachtmaster
• GMDSS
• STCW
• ENG1
• Powerboat Level 2
• Seafarer’s Discharge Book

Cook/Stew requirements:

• Previous Cook/Stew experience
• STCW
• ENG1
• Food Hygiene and Safety certificate
• Seafarer’s Discharge Book

Both candidates should be well-natured, sporty and resourceful, with healthy lifestyles and fluent English. Non-smokers only. Strong references and the appropriate visas for the programme are required.

• Start: Mid-October to early November
• Contract: Permanent
• Combined salary: DOE
• Medical cover provided
• Charter gratuities expected