Superyacht Academy in Asia and The Pacific is the provider of IYT (International Yacht Training) Megayacht training "FIRST" in the Philippines.
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Your gate way into luxury Superyachts around the World
WHAT IS A SUPER YACHT
A Superyacht is a commercially operated Luxury yacht (Motor or Sail) which is manned by professionals.
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A Superyacht can range in length from 24m and above. These yachts are used exclusively by their owners or are available part-time for commercial charter.
What is a Superyacht Steward or Stewardess?
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A Steward/ess is someone that is multi-skilled in all facets of high service, silver service, laundry formalities​, Wine knowledge, barista, Massage/beauty, Florist, High level of Housekeeping and inventorying. This person will take control and responsible for attending the comforts and wellbeing of the owner or guests while living aboard a superyacht. A steward or stewardess needs to carry a "first class attitude" and must enjoy entertaining, serving guests and display the appropriate protocol constantly.
What is a Superyacht Deckhand?
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A Deckhand will carry out his or her duties and responsibilities under the direction and authority of the Captain via the First officer and / or Bosun. A deckhand is responsible for keeping the yacht exterior clean and exquisitely maintained, including all deck equipment, while assisting in watch-keeping and docking procedures. Responsibilities are: Exterior maintenance, watch-keeping, navigational support, guest services,certain on-board safety tasks, assisting the first Mate.
What is a Superyacht Chef?
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A chef on-board a luxury Superyacht is a culinary trained professional responsible for the overall management of the galley department on larger yachts, including guest and crew meals, provisioning, food safety, maintaining strict hygiene standards and financial/budgetary administration. A successful candidate for this position will have excellent references, experience provisioning in various regions of the world and a good understanding of maintaining a budget effectively. This role requires strong communication/presentation skills, the ability to thoroughly understand guest preferences, extensive food and nutrition knowledge, creative menu planning and an artistic flair.
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Job Responsibilities
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Provisioning of all food items
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Guest and crew meals and nutrition
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Food safety and storage standards
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Adhering to budget
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Galley and food inventory
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Galley safety and sanitary standards
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Management of other galley staff
Required Skills
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Vast knowledge of produce and ability to provision in obscure parts of the world
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Ability to provision to a budget
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Knowledge of nutrition, diets and allergies, food safety and storage
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Menu planning, varied repertoire and wine knowledge
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Excellent creativity and presentation skills
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Organized, time management and adaptability
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Accounting and computer skills
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Ability to overcome seasickness
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WE WILL TRAIN YOU TO BECOME A PROFESSIONAL YACHT CREW!
