Yate privado TESNI

Sail and Work Experience
Nicole is an experienced yacht chef with over six years in the maritime industry, working on both sailing and motor yachts in charter and private programs. She is currently Chef on MARIAH PRINCESS III and SEACLUSION, delivering high-end charter cuisine for up to eight guests while managing provisioning, menu planning, and guest preferences. She has also worked as Chef on a Sunreef Supreme 68 and served in multi-role positions on a Lagoon 630 and COLETTE.

Job Description
Nicole is responsible for all galley operations onboard, including menu planning, provisioning, budgeting, and preparing high-quality meals for guests and crew. She designs customized menus based on guest preferences, dietary requirements, and regional ingredients, while maintaining the highest hygiene and food safety standards. She coordinates with the captain and interior team to ensure smooth service, efficient charter turnarounds, and an exceptional dining experience for owners and guests.

Licences and Qualifications
• USCG 100 Ton Master Near Coastal (Aux Sail)
• ENG1 Medical
• STCW 95/10
• PADI Rescue Diver
• HABC Level 2
• QCF Level 2 in Culinary Skills
• Culinary Arts Certificate – Ashburton

Sail and Work Experience
Carmen has experience working onboard motor yachts in temporary stewardess and stew/cook roles, supporting both guest service and interior operations. She has worked on the motor yachts MARIA THERESE II, ALANDREA, ROBIN’S NEST II, and BELLA, delivering high-end service during charters and guest trips. Her responsibilities have included cocktail preparation, bar management, table service, housekeeping, laundry, provisioning, and inventory management, while also assisting in the galley and occasionally supporting deck operations when required.

Job Description
Carmen is responsible for maintaining high interior standards and delivering professional guest service onboard. Her duties include housekeeping, laundry, table setting, bar service, and assisting with food service and galley preparation. She helps manage inventories, provisioning, and interior organisation, while ensuring guests are comfortable and well looked after throughout their time onboard.

Licences and Qualifications
• STCW95 Basic Training
• SAMSA Seafarers Medical
• Highfield Level 2 Award in Food Safety for Catering (RQF)
• PADI Open Water Diver

Sail and Work Experience
Mark has experience working as a deckhand and engineering support crew member on several yachts including MARIA THERESE, ALANDREA, BELLA (now LILYBELLE), ROBIN’S NEST II, ARETI, SANTOSHA, and LUCKY LADY. His work has included charter support, deck maintenance, anchoring and docking operations, stainless polishing, teak care, tender maintenance, and washdowns, while also assisting with engineering tasks such as engine checks, watermaker operation, generator inspections, bilge restoration, and minor mechanical repairs. He has additionally completed engine room daywork with AMERICAN DIESEL MARINE, gaining hands-on experience with engine servicing and overhauls.

Job Description
Mark supports the exterior maintenance and safe operation of the yacht. His duties include washdowns, teak and stainless care, tender operations, line handling, anchoring procedures, and assisting with docking. He also supports the engineering department with routine machinery checks, basic mechanical maintenance, and engine room organisation while ensuring all exterior areas remain in pristine condition for owners and guests.

Licences and Qualifications
• STCW95 Basic Training
• SAMSA (ENG 1) Seafarers Medical
• RYA Powerboat Level II
• PADI Open Water Diver
• Elite Yacht Crew Training – Superyacht Sunday School
• PBYA Superyacht Boot Camp and Mentorship