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Roles marked Open are accepting applications right now. The rest are recent placements — a snapshot of what comes through us. Every one was personally vetted before it reached a chef: salary, crew culture and conditions checked. New roles come in regularly, so register and we'll contact you directly when one matches your experience.

#YCJ115 · South of France · €9,000/month

Head Chef — 44m Private Motor Yacht

A brand-new opportunity aboard a beautiful 44m 2022 private motor yacht based in the South of France. The boat has just changed hands and the new owners are building their team from the ground up, so this is a rare chance to shape a galley exactly how you want it from day one. The owners are a warm, down-to-earth family who genuinely appreciate good food and look after their crew. Private use only, no charter. We are looking for a confident head chef who can run a solo galley to a high standard, cooking for owners, family and guests with crew meals as part of the day. Previous yacht experience preferred. Valid ENG1 or equivalent medical, STCW Basic Safety Training and Food Hygiene Level 2 or equivalent required. Male and female applicants welcome.

● Open — Apply Now€9,000/monthPermanent · RotationalStart ASAP (flexible)Private Use Only44m · 2022

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#YCJ117 · Italy or Monaco · Temp → Permanent

Head Chef — 80m Private Motor Yacht

Head chef needed for a private 80m motor yacht, joining ASAP in Italy or Monaco. Simple food done really well, with a big focus on seafood — whole baked fish and similar — and soup daily. Not too many desserts or dairy: healthy cooking with minimal cream, butter and fried food. Temp to start, with real potential for a 2:2 rotation and a permanent role for the right person. Send your CV and a food portfolio when you apply.

● Open — Apply NowTemp → Permanent2:2 Rotation PotentialStart ASAPSeafood Focus80m Vessel

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#YCJ114 · South of France · Immediate start

Temp Chefs — 150m+ Private Motor Yacht

5-week private trip cruising the South of France. Five positions: Head Chef, Senior Sous, and three Junior Sous. Previous large-yacht experience essential for the Head Chef role.

✓ Filled5-Week TripSouth of France150m+ Vessel

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#YCJ112 · New England → Bahamas · $8,000–10,000

Charter Chef — 37m Motor Yacht

American charter chef for summers in New England and winters in the Bahamas. Crew of 5, strict vegan owner. Seasonal, open to permanent for the right fit.

✓ Filled$8,000–10,000American ChefSeasonal → Perm

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#YCJ111 · Miami · Revelstoke · Prague · $10,000/mo

Private Travelling Chef — 3 Residences

Adaptable private chef travelling year-round with a family between three homes. Clean, macro-guided cooking plus elevated dinners. Live-in, all travel covered, 2–3 months off.

✓ Filled$10,000/monthLive-In2–3 Months Off

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#YCJ110 · Greece → Athens · €9k–10k + tips

Additional Guest Chef — 55m Motor Yacht

31-day Mediterranean itinerary cooking for 4 guests alongside the existing crew chef. Refined, relaxed home-style cooking. ENG1, STCW and Food Safety required.

✓ Filled€9k–10k + Tips31 Days4 Guests

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