Yacht privé OTOCTONE 80

Chef Jean Baptiste comes from Toulon where he grew up sailing with his family around the Mediterranean from the age of 7. From that time he became so enthusiastic about sailing that as an adult he has completed necessary maritime qualifications and participated in numerous regattas.

Cooking has always been his passion. Prior to turning it into a career, Jean Baptiste expressed his creativity in art and graphic design. It was more than 10 years ago when he embarked on his first culinary adventure as a cook. Since then he acquired solid culinary experience and developed refined culinary skills to deliver flawless service to his guests.

Well versed in the Mediterranean cuisine, he will impress guests on board OTOCTONE 80 with his signature dishes rich with flavours and fresh ingredients.

Originally from Venezuela, Jaider fell in love with the sea as a child when sailing along Venezuela’s Caribbean coast with his father. His strong affinity for the sea encouraged him to become a professional seafarer.

For the past 6 years Jaider has sailed throughout the Mediterranean, crossed the Atlantic and cruised the Asian waters of Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. In addition to sailing, he is passionate about wakeboarding, water skiing and enjoys sharing his skills with guests.

Good-natured, friendly and positive, Jaider will make sure everyone has safe, relaxing and carefree journey on board.