MANE ET NOCTE Charte de Yacht

Sail and Work Experience
Kiara is a dedicated and versatile individual with a wealth of experience in sailing and guest services. Having worked in hospitality for over 5 years, she is always determined to provide guests with an unforgettable experience, striking the perfect balance between friendly warmth and productive professionalism. Her previous experience as a deck hand also means she is more than qualified for the more practical elements of the job, including night watches, cleaning and maintenance. She is a well-rounded, valuable asset to MANE ET NOCTE’s excellent crew.

Job Description
Kiara is responsible for organization, management, and cleanliness of all interiors. She maintains an accurate inventory of all service items and supplies. She ensures cleaning and preparation of the vessel to the highest standards prior to all guest trips. She is in charge of vessel provisioning for both guests and crew, and all aspects of daily life. When guests are onboard, she ensures they are properly cared for and that all their requirements are met. She offers a particular attention to details and has a polite and entertaining spirit.

Sail and work experience
Tjaart has nearly 10 years of culinary experience. In 2018, he opened his own coffee
shop, and in 2023, he started running a restaurant. Seemingly always looking for a new
challenge, Tjaart recently decided to bring his culinary skills to a more adventurous
setting… the ocean. In 2025, he worked as a chef aboard the 35m motor yacht FLEUR,
making him well-versed in galley set-up and food preparation with limited space and
provisions. From casual lunches to more refined gastronomical experiences, Tjaart’s
attention to detail and commitment to using global influences in his dishes means
every dish is unforgettable.

Job Description
As the Chef, Tjaart is responsible for the crew and guest meals throughout the charter,
ensuring that the food is enjoyable, that the interior of the yacht is clean and serviceable
and that all dietary requirements are met. He is a creative cook, varying her meals to
provide variety and according to the location of MANE ET NOCTE, to have as much
relevance as possible to the region being visited.

Licenses & Certificates
• Diploma in advanced cooking and patisserie, specialising in food media.
• Institute of Culinary Art (Stellenboch RSA) 2020-2023.

Sail and work experience
Jake is highly experienced in the world of yachting, with almost 22 00nm logged. He has taken on both First Mate and Captain roles in the past, making him expert in understanding all aspects of operating a yacht such as MANE ET NOCTE. His other interests include scuba diving, kite surfing and bartending, making him an invaluable asset when it comes to entertainment on board. His easy-going attitude is balanced out by his medical and lifeguarding qualifications, meaning guests are able to feel truly at east when cruising with MANE ET NOCTE.

Job Description
Jake is responsible for all the machinery onboard, including all control, maintenance,
and repair systems. He manages all working engines, the generator and any electronics
systems, as well as the plumbing and hydraulic system. He also regularly assists the
captain in their duties, which includes navigation watch, radar control, and transatlantic
communication

Licenses & Certificates
RYA YachtMaster Offshore
PADI Dive Master
ENG1
STCW & VHF
Power Boat 2 / Jetski license
EMT license

Sail and work experience
Daniel has been a Deckhand aboard Mane et Nocte since May 2025. He takes pride in
his strong work ethic and focus on teamwork, and is there to ensure a safe and smooth
sail. Prior to his time aboard MANE ET NOCTE, he was a deckhand on another sailing
catamaran PELICAN, making him well-versed in yacht maintenance and detailing. Before
transitioning to life at sea, he worked as a carpentry assistant, so has lots of experience
is the world of practical work and a breadth of knowledge regarding construction
processes and site safety.

Job Description
Daniel supports both deck and interior operations, assisting with guest service, mooring,
water sports, general maintenance, and cleanliness of the vessel. He works closely with
the deck team and stewardess to ensure the smooth daily operation of the yacht and
a welcoming environment for guests.

Licenses and Certificates
• STCW 2010 + PDSD
• Superyacht Deckhand Course -SYTA
• Advanced Deckhand Course - SYTA
• Intro To Efficient Deckhand Theory - SYTA
• SAMSA SRC - SYTA
• RYA Powerboat Level 2 - SYTA
• RYA Diesel Engine - SYTA
• RYA PWC (JET SKI) - SYTA
• RYA Radar - SYTA
• Barista - SYTA
• ENG 1 (expires 11 March 2026)