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Crew Chef / Sous Chef | 45-65m Motor & Sailing Yachts
Lisbon, Portugal · 5 years experience
Open to opportunitiesSummary
An experienced Crew Chef and Sous Chef with five years in yachting, working on 45m to 65m motor and sailing yachts through Mediterranean and Caribbean seasons. Combines classical Portuguese seafood skills with healthy, plant-forward crew and guest menus. Confident running the galley solo for short periods, managing provisioning, and supporting guest service, with a calm approach during busy charters and yard periods.
Experience areas
Mediterranean charter seasons3yCurrentCaribbean winter seasons1y 6mAtlantic crossings and island cruising6m
Work experience
Employer names withheld for privacySous Chef, 62m Charter Motor Yacht
2023 – 2025- Supported the Head Chef serving up to 12 guests, running the galley solo for 3 short periods
- Created and ran a daily crew menu for 17 crew with a focus on lighter, balanced meals
- Reduced fresh seafood waste by about 15% by building direct supplier relationships
Crew Chef, 48m Charter Sailing Yacht
2021 – 2023- Fed 9 crew and supported the Head Chef across 2 Mediterranean summers and 1 Caribbean winter
- Provisioned for an Atlantic crossing, with enough fresh and long-life stores for 18 days at sea
- Introduced a weekly allergen and fridge-temperature log used in every charter
Crew Chef, 45m Private Motor Yacht
2020 – 2021- Cooked daily meals for a crew of 8 on a private Mediterranean programme
- Assisted in a 6-week yard period by deep cleaning and reorganising the galley
Skills
Portuguese and Iberian seafood cookeryPlant-forward and healthy menusCrew mess planningSous Chef support during guest serviceProvisioning and local sourcingPastry and bread basicsAllergen and dietary managementWine and food pairingGalley hygiene and record keeping
Certifications
- STCW Basic Safety Training
- ENG1 Seafarer Medical Certificate
- MLC Ship's Cook Certificate
- Food Safety Level 3
- WSET Level 2
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