Odyssey Skipper - Luxury Beach Club in Greece - Summer 2026

Peligoni Club; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury beach club in Greece is seeking an experienced Skipper for its bespoke 55ft yacht, Odyssey, for the summer 2026 season. Responsibilities include safely conducting day trips, creating a welcoming ambiance, and maintaining the yacht. Ideal candidates should have strong boat-handling skills, RYA qualifications, and experience in hospitality. Join a dynamic team and explore the beautiful Ionian coast while providing memorable experiences for guests. Applicants must be available from mid-May to early September, holding a UK/EU passport.

Benefits

Unique working environment

Supportive team

Opportunity to explore beautiful coastlines

Qualifications

• Proven experience skippering flotillas, charters, or small commercial vessels.
• Competent swimmer with excellent boat-handling skills.
• Working knowledge of yacht maintenance and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely skipper Odyssey on all charters following MCA regulations.
• Host enjoyable trips for guests, ensuring a relaxed experience.
• Maintain Odyssey to a high standard, conducting daily checks and maintenance.

Skills

Charismatic hosting

Guest interaction

Boat-handling skills

Communication

Education

RYA Day Skipper (Commercially Endorsed)

Valid First Aid Certificate

RYA Marine Radio (SRC)

Job description

Odyssey Skipper - Luxury Beach Club in Greece - Summer 2026

Seasonal Contract | May - October 2026 | Zakynthos, Greece

About The Peligoni Club

The Peligoni Club is a family‑run members club on the beautiful island of Zakynthos, Greece. Odyssey is our beautiful, bespoke 55ft wooden yacht – hand‑built in the Peloponnese in the 1970s and lovingly maintained as part of the Peligoni experience.

She runs relaxed coastal day trips for up to 10 guests, offering a unique way to explore hidden bays, crystal‑clear waters and the slower rhythm of life on the Ionian Sea.

Each trip combines great hosting, calm professionalism and the understated charm Odyssey is known for, making the skipper one of the key personalities guests encounter during their stay.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced and charismatic Skipper to safely operate Odyssey and deliver memorable day trips throughout the season. You’ll captain morning, afternoon and full‑day charters, create a warm and welcoming atmosphere on board, and take pride in caring for Odyssey as if she were your own.

This is an ideal role for someone with flotilla, charter or small‑vessel skippering experience who enjoys meeting people, thrives in a sociable environment, and values the balance of guest interaction and hands‑on seamanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely skipper Odyssey on all charters, operating in line with MCA regulations and club procedures.
• Host morning, afternoon and full‑day trips for up to 10 guests, ensuring a relaxed, enjoyable experience.
• Create a warm, professional atmosphere onboard and act as a welcoming ambassador for the club.
• Maintain Odyssey to a high standard – conducting daily checks, basic maintenance and ensuring she’s always guest‑ready.
• Work closely with Guest Relations to coordinate bookings, timings and accurate guest accounts.
• Support the Host in delivering drinks, lunch and service onboard.
• Build rapport with guests, offering local insight and promoting club activities.
• Maintain excellent relationships with local port authorities and operate with full compliance.
• Assist other departments when needed to support smooth club operations.

About You

You will be someone who is:

• A confident and competent Skipper with previous hands‑on experience
• Warm, charismatic and comfortable hosting guests of all ages.
• Positive, adaptable, and willing to help other teams when needed.
• Proactive and capable of managing maintenance confidently and independently.
• A strong communicator with great interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiastic, sociable and excited about seasonal life on the water.

Essential Requirements

• RYA Day Skipper (Commercially Endorsed) or higher.
• Valid First Aid Certificate and RYA Marine Radio (SRC).
• Competent swimmer with excellent boat‑handling skills.
• Working knowledge of yacht maintenance, safety procedures and seamanship.
• Proven experience skippering flotillas, charters or small commercial vessels.
• Previous hospitality experience (desirable).
• Available from mid‑May until early September.
• UK/EU passport holder.

Why Join Us

As Skipper of Odyssey, you’ll spend the summer on one of the most characterful boats in the Ionian – exploring beautiful coastlines, meeting great people and creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. You’ll join a supportive, sociable team and enjoy a truly unique working environment in Greece.