Yachts Mermaids

Sole Chef

Date posted:
20/11/2025
Join date:
ASAP
Join location:
Fort Lauderdale Florida
Couples position:
No
Salary:
DOE
Engagement type:
Gender:
Female
Required experience:
2-5 years
Green card required:
No
Vessel type:
Motor Yacht | 37 m | Charter
Job description

Charter FF 37m | Seeking a Seasonal Female Chef

We’re looking for a culinary-trained chef to join a stable and cohesive crew on a 37m charter yacht. The team has been together for over three years, led by an excellent Captain and supported by a genuinely caring owner. Our current chef is unable to return this winter due to a family emergency.

Requirements & Profile: • Culinary trained and experienced in diverse cuisines • Professional who upholds etiquette with crew, owner, and guests • Knowledge of nutrition, diets, allergies, food safety, and storage • Skilled in menu planning with a varied repertoire for charter guests and crew • Excellent creativity and presentation skills • Passionate about showcasing culinary talent • Great communication skills and a positive, adaptable attitude • Highly organized, clean, and reliable with strong time management • Experienced in budget planning and accounting • Computer literate with exceptional attention to detail • Calm, responsible, and career-oriented team player • Prior charter experience preferred • Ideal age: 30+ • Female only due to cabin arrangements

Certificates: Valid STCW 95, ENG1, B1/B2 Salary: DOE (industry standard) + tips Winter Season: Caribbean (currently in Florida) Start Date: ASAP

Please send portfolio, resume and references to recruitment@yachtsmermaids.com

Itinerary

Caribbean/FL

Required certificates
ENG1 certificate
STCW Basic Safety Training
Certificate in Professional Cookery & Culinary Arts
Visa requirements
B1/B2