Chief Stew 37m SY

Freyrecruitment; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual flight home

13th month bonus

Leave accrual 3.2 days per month

Job summary

Freyrecruitment is seeking a Chief Stewardess to join a yacht in Savannah, GA by 30 Oct 2026. You will lead a Second Stewardess on guest trips and act as Sole Stewardess when guests are away, ensuring exceptional interior service and upkeep.

The ideal candidate has strong hospitality background, wine knowledge, cocktail skills and leadership experience aboard mid-size yachts. Fluent English and visa considered; salary DOE with growth after a 3-month trial, plus annual flight home and a

Qualifications

• Minimum two years as Chief Stewardess or in a similar role aboard yachts of comparable size.
• Leadership experience with the ability to train and manage a junior team.
• Fluent English required; B1/B2 visa acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train the Second Stewardess during guest trips, and operate as Sole Stewardess when guests are not onboard.
• Coordinate with galley to manage meal service and maintain high interior standards across the yacht.
• Support interior maintenance and ensure polished guest service at all times.
• Be proactive, organized and enthusiastic in daily yacht operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Guest service

Food & wine knowledge

Cocktail preparation

Interior maintenance

Hospitality passion

Job description

A 36m SY is seeking a Chief Stew to join by the 30th Oct 2026 in Savannah, GA.

The Chief Stew will lead and train a Second Stewardess during guest trips, while operating as Sole Stewardess when guests are not onboard. This role requires someone equally comfortable delivering polished guest service and managing the yacht's day-to-day interior independently.

The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and a strong service background. Food and wine knowledge, cocktail preparation and interior maintenance skills are essential, along with a genuine passion for hospitality.

The Chief Stewardess will work closely with the galley to coordinate meal service and will be responsible for maintaining consistently high standards throughout the yacht.

The successful candidate will be proactive, organised and enthusiastic, with at least two years' experience in a similar position aboard yachts of a comparable size. Previous leadership experience and the ability to train and manage a junior team member are strongly preferred.

• Salary: DOE with increase after a successful 3 month trial

• 13th-month bonus after one year onboard

• Leave: 3.2 days accrued per month

• One return flight home per year

• STCW, ENG1 and Food Hygiene Level 2 required

• Fluent English essential

• B1B2