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Sole Chef | 35-48m Motor & Sailing Yachts | Med Charter
Palma de Mallorca, Spain · 9 years experience
Open to opportunitiesSummary
An experienced Sole Chef with nine years on yachts, running solo galleys on 35m to 48m motor and sailing yachts in the Mediterranean charter circuit. Known for authentic regional Italian cooking, efficient one-person provisioning, and flexible menus for guests with varied dietary needs. Comfortable handling back-to-back charters, close coordination with the interior team, and galley deep cleans during winter yard periods.
Experience areas
Mediterranean charter seasons7yCurrentCaribbean winter charters2y 6mTransatlantic crossings3m
Work experience
Employer names withheld for privacySole Chef, 44m Charter Motor Yacht
2022 – 2025- Cooked for up to 10 guests and 8 crew across 3 Mediterranean seasons of about 16 charter weeks each
- Maintained provisioning within a weekly budget of approx. €4,000 per charter
- Rebuilt the galley storage and labelling system during a 6-week winter yard period
Sole Chef, 36m Charter Sailing Yacht
2019 – 2022- Prepared provisions and menus for two Atlantic crossings with a crew of 6
- Served 40+ charter groups with a fully customised menu per guest group
- Achieved zero allergen incidents across 3 seasons with a documented allergen protocol
Crew Chef, 52m Motor Yacht
2016 – 2019- Prepared daily meals for 12 crew while assisting the Head Chef with guest service
- Handled provisioning for 2 Caribbean winters and 3 Mediterranean summers
Skills
Solo galley managementRegional Italian cuisineFresh pasta and bread productionCharter preference sheets and menu planningMediterranean provisioning and local sourcingDietary and allergen managementCrew meal planningGalley hygiene and deep cleaningCost control on tight provisioning budgets
Certifications
- STCW Basic Safety Training
- ENG1 Seafarer Medical Certificate
- MLC Ship's Cook Certificate
- Food Safety Level 3
- Powerboat Level 2
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