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Active Vacancies
Vacancy: 2nd Stewardess -#200
Yacht: 60m Private with some charter
Start Date: Immediate
Length: Permanent
Salary: €4000 starting plus training/bonus/flight allowance
Location: Med
Details
A super professional captain and crew are looking for a strong second stewardess to add to their team. The yacht is currently in the Med but will be world cruising starting this year. They will cruise the Med this summer then depart for Asia and the Pacific regions.
There are 4 in the interior team and the ideal candidate must have at least 2-3 years solid yachting experience in housekeeping and service and be able to confidently lead the juniors in all interior duties when the chief is busy in other areas. You MUST be fluent English speaking and ideally b-e located in Europe now due to travel restrictions but also as its an immediate start.
The yacht is fully MLC and are offering a very good package for the right candidate. Non smokers only and no visible tattoos. You must be a proactive, hard working, team player with an upbeat personality. STCW and ENG 1 required.
Contact
If you're interested in the position and FIT the criteria please contact Tara at tara@searchlightcrew.com or use APPLY form below
Housekeeper/ Stewardess- Land and yacht based #199
44m New Build and Private Residences
Start Date: ASAP
Length: Permanent
Salary: 5000£ per month
Location: Cannes and UK
Details
An Eu passport holder who is fluent English speaking is required for this professional family. They have a residence in Cannes and the yacht will be moored there also. They also have houses in the UK, London as well. They are looking for a flexible and experienced housekeeper who enjoys travelling.
You will be required to travel up to 4 months per year. In the summer you will usually be required in their villa near Cannes with some trips to Italy and will be required to accompany the clients on the yacht during these months.
You must be an excellent team player who can adapt easily to working with household staff and fit in with the crew onboard too.
You duties will mainly be housekeeping and laundry with a good attention to details. You will be required to assist with service from time to time and cooking skills are preferred to assist with the chef with prep and sometimes cover the chef in London on his day off. You must have at least 1 years yachting expeirence OR very strong private household expeirence.
The usual day when in a residence would be 9-2pm and then again 6pm- 9pm, 5 days a week. Obviously these hours will differ when onboard the yacht. You will have your own room in all residences and shared cabin onboard.
You must be well presented and a definite non smoker, fun, out going yet easy to get on with.
Contact
If you're interested in the position and FIT the criteria please contact Tara at tara@searchlightcrew.com or use APPLY form below
Stewardess Vacancy- #183- POSITON FILLED
Vacancy: Stewardess
Yacht: 80m M/Y Private
Start Date: ASAP
Length: Permanent with 5:1 Rotation
Salary: $ 4300 per month
Location: USA
Minimum qualifications required: STCW, ENG 1, B1B2 visa
Details
Stewardess required for super professional MY. The yacht is currently on East Coast USA and cruising plans unknown at present but will most probably cruise to the Med and then Caribbean for winter 2021. The position in mainly housekeeping with some service. There are 4 stews in total in the interior.
Ideal candidates MUST FIT the following criteria as requested by captain:
English speakers only, it must be their first language
Yacht experience of at least 6 months
Has done, housekeeping, service and laundry skills
No visible tattoos
Non smoker
No pre existing medical conditions, fitness orientated, well presented
The candidate should be a true professional as security checks and covid test will be required before being accepted onboard. You must be well presented with the correct attitude, hard working, have previous longevity and be committed to the industry. All crew are English speaking first language onboard.
Contact
If you're interested in the position and FIT the criteria please contact Tara at tara@searchlightcrew.com or use APPLY form below
Captain- 20m MY- #198
Yacht: MY 20m Private
Start Date: July 2021
Length: Seasonal
Salary: 4000-4500€
Location: South of France
Details
A very lovely family owned 20m MY based n the coast is looking for a confident, experienced, professional and fit and active captain for the Med season from July until mid September. There is a possibility of also temping from May until the seasonal position starts in July. There will be a daily rate for the freelance.
The owner is a keen yachtsman so does have some knowledge but is looking or a captain to drive. There will also be a sole Stewardess/Deckhand onboard to assist in service and deck work during the season.
They are looking for someone with waterspouts knowledge also to assist with children and family members.
The yacht will be local cruising with a trip or 2 to Corsica for a week each time.
The ideal candidate should hold the Yachtmaster Offshore and STCW and ENG1 certificates and be a non smoker with a sober attitude. Ideally French and English speaking as the owners are British.
Contact
If you're interested in the position and FIT the criteria please contact Tara at tara@searchlightcrew.com or use APPLY form below
Vacancy: Mate/ Officer #197
Yacht: 38m MY Private
Start Date:April 2021
Length: Seasonal
Salary:4500€ per month
Details
This 38m MY is private with family owners and the yacht is used heavily for the Med summer season. The yacht is based in Italy, Viareggio. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years as a mate or chief officer onboard yachts. A non smoker and must be fluent in English and some Russian language.
You will have the 500 ton certification and must be located in Europe for interview and start. Drive experience in required as you will need to take over from captain if he goes on holiday before the season starts. You will needed to be fit and active and be a team player.
The owners are fluent English/ Russian speaking, and are very pleasant. There will be the owner and wife onboard and occasional guests for the summer season.
Non smoker is a must and a valid drivers licence, STCW and ENG1. The ideal candidate should be available as soon as possible for interviews with the owner.
Contact
If you're interested in the position and FIT the criteria please contact Tara at tara@searchlightcrew.com or use APPLY form below
Vacancy: Russian speaking Chief Stewardess #195
Yacht: 38 MY Private
Start Date: Mid April 2021
Length: Seasonal Contract- will be negotiated after season
Salary: Negotiable on experience
Details
This 38m MY is private with family owners and the yacht is used for the Med summer season. The yacht is based in Italy, Viareggio. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years plus in total as a stewardess and have been a chief stew previously of at least 2 years. A non smoker and must be fluent in English and Russian.
There will up to 5 guests onboard in total during cruises for the summer season. The ideal candidate should have strong service and housekeeping experience. Due to Covid someone based in Europe will be considered firstly.
The owners are fluent English/ Russian speaking, and are very pleasant. There will be the owner and wife onboard and occasional guests for the summer season 2020 and it will winter in Italy for this coming winter season . Non smoker is a must and a valid drivers licence, STCW and ENG1. The ideal candidate should be available as soon as possible for interviews with the owner.
Contact
If you're interested in the position and FIT the criteria please contact Tara at tara@searchlightcrew.com or use APPLY form below
Vacancy: Male Chef #194
Yacht: 38m MY Private
Start Date: April 2021
Length: Seasonal Contract- will be negotiated after season
Salary: Negotiable on experience
Crew: 7- Mixed nationalities
Details
This 38m MY is private with family owners and the yacht is used heavily for the Med summer season. The yacht is based in Italy, Viareggio. The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years plus in total as a chef in hospitality and onboard yachts. A non smoker and must be fluent in English and some Russian language would be a plus. Male due to cabin arrangements onboard.
There will up to 5 guests onboard in total during cruises for the summer season. The ideal candidate should have Mediterranean cuisine styles. You must be open to show the owners various cooking techniques.
The owners are fluent English/ Russian speaking, and are very pleasant. There will be the owner and wife onboard and occasional guests for the summer season 2020 and it will winter in Italy for this coming winter season . Non smoker is a must and a valid drivers licence, STCW and ENG1. The ideal candidate should be available as soon as possible for interviews with the owner.
Contact
If you're interested in the position and FIT the criteria please contact Tara at tara@searchlightcrew.com or use APPLY form below
Vacancy: Chef/ Steward/ess #192- ON HOLD
Vacancy: Chef/ Steward/ess
Yacht: 23m Private MY
Start Date: May 2021
Length: Seasonal with possibility of return seasons- Retainer
Salary: €4000-€5500 dep on experience
Location:Med
Crew. 2
Details
A family ran yacht with a great, young, dynamic captain is looking for an experienced Chef who has good stewardess experience. The yacht will be based in the Med for the summer. The ideal candidate should be English mother tongue. The family are lovely and use their boat for summer holidays with friends.
The ideal candidate should hold the STCW and ENG1. The captain helps out on the interior also its a true team effort. You should have a very keen eye for details and be friendly, approachable and enthusiastic. The candidate can be male or female.
There will be a max of 8 guests but this is infrequent, mainly the family of 5. The owners and captain are English mother tongue. The food should be well balanced, healthy, well presented and you should be able to produce food for special dietary requirements. There is also plenty of down time between guests so you can recharge and have some fun in the sun!
Work hard and rewards will be given to the right candidate who has a fun, hard working and positive attitude.
The yacht will be mainly cruising the Greek islands and possibly France/Italy will be based in Athens for the down times.
Contact
If you're interested in the position and FIT the criteria please contact Tara at tara@searchlightcrew.com or use APPLY form below
Vacancy Wardrobe Manager/ Housekeeper - English/ French Speaker #190
Location: nr Divonne France/ Swiss boarder
Land Based: Live out position but can be arranged in for trial period (3months).
Start Date/ Feb/ March 2021
Salary 5000€- 5500€ per month before tax plus bonus
Details:
This position in mainly a housekeeping role and wardrobe manager but if you have spa therapy is would be a great added bonus to the client. It would suit an experienced ex yacht stewardess as organisation and time management will be key for this role. The family are very VIP and have a young family. There will be lots of travel involved.
Main Responsibilities:
- You will attend to the needs of the family at their multiple EU residences
- You will have meticulous standards towards wardrobe management, care taking of unique garments and liaise reparations and or cleanings with various boutiques.
- You will liaise with the lady of the house for the children’s wardrobes ordering, needs and requirements.
- You will be in charge of the wardrobe inventory system, keeping it updated at all times
- You will provide outstanding housekeeping service to the changing needs of the family, anticipating the needs of the principals, working closely and reporting to the head Butler.
- You will be working in a team which comprises other housekeepers, butlers, chefs as well as personal assistants of the Principals and other departments such as Security.
- You will maintain impeccable standards throughout the home and provide hands-on service in areas such as cleaning, tidying, laundry, ironing, wardrobe organization, meal service and packing will also be required.
You will report to the Residence Manager and have direct contact with the principal on a daily basis.
Your profile
- You have an interest in care taking of unique wardrobe pieces
- You have an incredible eye for detail
- You are fluent in English and French
- You are gentle and well spoken
- You are dedicated and are able to perform under pressure
- You are polyvalent and a team player
- You remain true to yourself and your personality and know your place at all times
- Live out role, however, accommodation can be provided for the probationary period.
Contact
If you're interested in the position and FIT the criteria please contact Tara at tara@searchlightcrew.com or use APPLY form below
Male Chalet Intendant- English/ French or German Speaker #191
Location: Swiss/ French border
Land Based: Live out position
Start Date: Feb/ March 2021
Position length: Permanent
Salary: 7500€ per month
EU Passport holders only. Would suit ex yacht steward or experienced housekeeper
Details
A VIP client is looking for a chalet/House intendant for the luxury property located in the Alps. The ideal candidate Must be fluent English and with fluent French or German. This position would suit a candidate that has worked for VIP clients previously and has the confidence and professionalism towards the principal required. Would suit an ex steward.
You will manage the Alpine residence and will be in charge of the up keep, safety and maintenance of the residence.
You will report to the principals overall properties manager.
Conditions
The position requires a good physical condition as there is a substantial amount of physical work.
No accommodation is provided, but lodging will be taken care of when presence is required occasionally in other locations. No car is provided but a driving license is a must.
List of tasks and responsibilities
Chalet interior
- You are responsible for the general cleanliness of the chalet at all times throughout the year.
- Liaising and negotiating with contractors for interior works and maintenance needs.
- When the chalet is in use by the principal: support the house team with service, cleaning, provisioning, delivery and pick up of the dry cleaning, orders.
- In charge of meal service for the principals on some occasions experience, ideal but not essential.
- Receiving parcels/mail, logging it in the logbook and dispatching it
- Manage functioning of the pool, its cleanliness and the water quality by sending samples to the laboratory.
- Stocking and managing items in fridges and dry goods storage as well as liquor and wine inventory in liaison with the Residence manager.
- Preparation and participation with the logistics of events
- Manage inventories
- Being available, when requested by the head of security to drive/pick up family members when requested
- Obtain knowledge of the local area, essential providers in the region and important places of interest (hotels, restaurants, shops…). Create a network of people in these fields.
- Ensure the sport equipment is up to standard.
- Skis, snow shoes, ice hockey equipment, tennis balls, tennis rackets, bicycles, bikes…
- Supervise general maintenance and cleanliness of office building in the village
- A couple of weeks per year will be dedicated to supporting the house staff in other residences
Chalet exterior
- Seasonal related upkeep of the exterior grounds.
- Snow clearance in the winter months
- Lawn, trees, lake upkeep in the summer
- Yearly drainage of the lake followed by a thorough clean.
- Clearing/cleaning & setting up all terraces when weather allows.
- Making sure the heating system is operational.
- Clear snow from all parking areas on the property
- Make sure all pathways and car access are free of snow and safe
- Ensure all vehicles are clean, tanks filled, and the yearly technical maintenances done
- Handy skills put to practice (fixing, building, repairing…)
- Oversee seasonal refurbishment, building or maintenance projects
Your values:
- Able to work responsibly on your own for long periods of time and be a trustworthy team player
- Excellent attention to detail
- Gain trust and develop professional relationships with all family members
- Remain calm and professional in all situations
- Be able to multitask & be comfortable with all types of requests
- Identify areas that require improvement and suggest solutions
- Demonstrate appropriate use of initiative
- Problem solver with a can-do attitude
- Physically strong fit as there is heavy work involved.
Contact
If you're interested in the position and FIT the criteria please contact Tara at tara@searchlightcrew.com or use APPLY form below
House Manager- #188- ON HOLD
Land based-St Tropez,- Live in or out
Start Date:Jan/ Feb 2021
Length: Permanent
Salary: Negotiable on experience
Details
An experienced, dynamic, and forward thinking, flexible House Manager required to oversee and manage the smooth running of a fully staffed, large (9-10 bedroom) property in St. Tropez. There will be various tasks required for this position and thus we require a flexible, hands-on, self-sufficient candidate for the job.
It is essential that you have a minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a similar capacity within a private residence. You should have strong managerial skills and the ability to communicate effectively. You will be responsible for ensuring the property is maintained to a very highly immaculate standard. Duties will include staff management, managing all administrative duties including budgets, inventory, expenses, scheduling, overseeing construction projects etc.
There will also be hands on tasks, include service skills, front of house duties, occasional chauffeuring duties etc., thus essential you must be happy to work in both a managerial and hands-on capacity.
Candidates should be energetic, loyal and trustworthy, with a “Can Do” attitude.
This is a part-residence that is used primarily during the summer months, by a high profile UHNI family of 5, who have grown up with domestic staff working in their parents homes and their own. They are experienced and generous employers whose staff stay with them for many years.
When in residence (Normally 3 months annually,) the hours will be longer, with time off in lieu. When the family are not in residence the role will be shorter hours. Driver essential. Non-smoker. Fluent English and French required. Salary negotiable based on experience together with French Contract and various benefits. This position can be live in or live out.
Contact
If you're interested in the position and FIT the criteria please contact Tara at tara@searchlightcrew.com or use APPLY form below
Butler/ House Manager- Russian Speaking Vacancy- #186- ON HOLD
Land based-Highgate, London, UK- Live Out
Start Date:January 2021
Length: Permanent- £55-65,000 per annum
Details
We are looking for a highly experienced and qualified butler, with experience ideally within both 5 Star + renowned hotels and in Private Service working for UHNW families.
This a position working for delightful Principals and their small child who is cared for by the nanny.
This is a new role working alongside another Butler on a 4 day on, 4 day off shift system of approximately 12 hours per working day.
The duties will include occasional light breakfast preparation, house staff management, (full staff employed) wardrobe management, packing / unpacking, front of house and food and beverage service at both lunch / dinner and events. A good knowledge of wines and cellar care is required and an ability to oversee the general smooth running of the whole house, as well as taking care of the needs of the family.
A driver is preferred, although this is not essential. RUSSIAN SPEAKER is essential.
Live out. Salary negotiable based on experience but circa £55-65,000 per annum.
Contact
If you're interested in the position and FIT the criteria please contact Tara at tara@searchlightcrew.com or use APPLY form below
Housekeeper/ Laundry/ Cook Vacancy- #181
Land based- Buckinghamshire UK
Start Date: Jan/ Feb 2021
Length:Permanent, live out
Salary:£3500-£3800 per month
Minimum qualifications required: Strong housekeeping, laundry skills. Some experience cooking for clients, yacht experience and proven longevity.
Details
Housekeeper/ Laundry/ Cook required for very high profile client in the UK. The residence is in Buckinghamshire in the UK and you must be a UK resident.
This position is full time, live out, on a day basis so you must be local to the area.
You must be very confident in laundry and housekeeping and there is a possibility of some cooking for the clients when chef is away. Ideally English mother tongue as preferred by the client.
This is a large country estate with easy access to London.
The ideal candidate should be single, non smoker and have a yachting background with proven longevity of at least 1-2 years in their last positions.
Contact
If you're interested in the position and FIT the criteria please contact Tara at tara@searchlightcrew.com or use APPLY form below
PA with Child Care- #182
Land based-Middle East with world wide travel
Start Date: Nov/ Dec
Length:Permanent, live in
Salary:Negotiable on expeirence, very good salary offered
Minimum qualifications required: Previous PA and Nanny/child care experience
Details
PA with Child Care required for very high profile client in the UHNI. The residence is in the Middle East.
Our very westernised lady client requires a professional and proactive candidate to work in the capacity of Personal Assistant to assist Madame with a variety of tasks.
This is a busy household with six children, and while they do have nannies employed, it is essential that you are child friendly and happy to assist with childcare, overseeing the nannies and ensuring the children are well always cared for. YOU MUST HAVE SOME CHILDCARE EXPERIENCE WITH SUPPORTING REFERENCES.
This role will require a candidate with a “can-do” attitude who is happy to assist wherever needed.
The duties for this position will range and will include administrative tasks as well as hands-on tasks overseeing the smooth running of Madame's life and assisting her with all administrative duties, keeping records, inventory, and stock control, booking travel and restaurants, and dealing with her social and business diaries. AGAIN, YOU MUST HAVE PERSONAL ASSISTANT AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE WITH SUPPORTING REFERENCES.
The ideal candidate will have already worked long term for a high profile client in their residences or as a Personal Assistant rather than a Business Assistant.
This role is based in Middle East and the candidate will be required to travel with the Client.
Flexibility is essential as well as the ability to travel extensively.
Accommodation provided. TOP Negotiable salary based on experience.
Contact
If you're interested in the position and FIT the criteria please contact Tara at tara@searchlightcrew.com or use APPLY form below