Job description
General
Wajer Yachts is a Dutch family-owned business with an international field of activity. Although we are located in different places in the world, our yards in the Netherlands are the beating heart of our company. Here, a team of approximately 300 colleagues works on the development, design, construction and testing of around 60-70 yachts per year. About 80-100 service and refit projects are also being realized here.
From our service hubs (South of France, Ibiza, Mallorca, Miami & The Hamptons) we offer our customers an unparalleled service with our Care program. Being the owner of a Wajer means maximum sailing pleasure, "without a worry". Three simple words that form the foundation of our business. Our technical team ensures that the Wajers are always in good technical condition during the busy sailing season. In addition, our captains & deckhands are responsible for sailing, cleaning, refueling up to the planning of sailing trips.
What are you going to do?
Working on board one of our Wajer 77s! Together with the permanent Captain, you will be fully responsible for everything concerning the assigned Wajer 77. This includes tasks such as cleaning and maintaining the yacht (inside and outside), assisting with docking in ports, ensuring adequate inventory, and any other tasks where the Captain requires support. Additionally, you will constantly strive to ensure the client's complete satisfaction, providing snacks and drinks, making breakfast and lunch, make their beds and preparing toys (such as Sups or Seabobs) if they wish to use them. Hospitality is always top of mind!
Job requirements
What are your assets?
In addition to a strong passion for boats and water sports, we are looking for candidates with a strong sense of responsibility. You understand what it means to sail with a luxury yacht with guests; you share responsibility for onboard safety. You have an eye for quality and efficiency in your work and never leave anything to chance. Furthermore, you are extremely service-oriented and consistently exceed customer expectations.
Additionally, you have:
- Preferably at least a completed vocational or higher education
- RYA Powerboat Level 2 - if you do not have these certificate, we cannot consider your application
- In possession of your STCW certificate
- Work experience in a high demanding hospitality environment (luxury yachts, hotels or restaurants)
- Availability during the months of April through October, longer is certainly welcome!
- Willingness to work primarily from the ports in Spain or France for most of the year
- Good command of the English language. Dutch, Spanish, French, or German is a plus
- Driver's license
Due to the prolonged application procedures for work and residency permits in France and Spain, we are specifically seeking candidates from the EU for the 2024 season.
What can you expect?
During sailing trips, you will live on board the Wajer 77 with the Captain, so you are dependent on each other 24/7. Therefore, we are looking for real team players! You will receive a fixed gross monthly salary, holiday pay, and pension accrual. Additionally, you will be daily involved with our beautiful yachts and will learn tremendously in this role.
Working as a Stew on a Wajer 77 can be a great stepping stone to further career opportunities at Wajer. At the end of the season, we offer the most talented individuals the opportunity to apply for the Wajer Care Talent Pool. This program provides full-time employment with personal guidance and intensive training to prepare you for a further professional career at Wajer.
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