Job Openings 2nd Stew on 47m M/Y

About the job 2nd Stew on 47m M/Y

Position: 2nd Stewardess
Yacht: 48m Private Motor Yacht 
Start Date: September 15, 2025 in Barcelona 
Location: Europe (Winter itinerary: Brazil, Argentina, Dutch Antilles; Summer 2026: Mediterranean)

Requirements

  • 1 to 2 years minimum experience as Stewardess (not from very large yachts)

  • Strong interior skills: service, housekeeping, laundry 

  • Positive references & longevity

  • STCW + ENG1

  • B1/B2 visa or US residency

  • Non-smoker, dry boat policy

  • Must be hands-on, adaptable, team-oriented (comfortable helping with washdowns, engine room detailing, tender driving, bridge watches, etc.)

  • Social fit is essential crew culture values travel, nature, photography, exploring destinations, not heavy nightlife

Package

  • Salary: $3,500 to $4,500 USD (DOE)

  • Full-time, annual contract with 90-day trial period

  • ~40 days leave per year

  • 2 return flights annually (cap $2,750 USD)

  • Comprehensive health insurance (GeoBlue with dental)

  • 13th month bonus (end of calendar year)

  • Tuition & training assistance (e.g. PB2 tender ops)

Program Highlights

  • Fully private program not busy charter

  • Owners are kind, respectful, and low-key (often just Mr. & Mrs., max 6 guests)

  • Highly professional, traditional standards: uniforms sharp, crew beds made daily, ensign raised/lowered on time

  • Tight-knit team of 8 permanent

  • Interior: 3 stewardesses + chef, with strong collaboration across departments

  • Average of 1 guest trip every 3 to 4 weeks 

  • 16,000 to 20,000nm annually; yacht moves frequently

  • Cross-training encouraged (bridge watches, tender ops, engineering basics)

  • Crew longevity: most stay beyond 12 months, over half into year 2+

  • Balance of professionalism and enjoyment

Ideal Candidate

  • 1 to 2 years industry experience

  • Active, adaptable, eager to learn and pitch in wherever needed

  • Boating background or interest in seamanship/tender driving is a plus

  • No smokers, no heavy phone/social media dependence

  • Someone who values being part of a professional yet fun team, with long-term commitment in mind