MAGIC CAT Carta per Yacht

Sail and Work Experience
Claire has over 25 years of experience in the yachting industry, working as a stewardess, chef, and regatta crew. Her experience spans vessels between 20 and 30 meters in the Mediterranean and Caribbean, working aboard both sailing and motor yachts, including SCORPIO, LADY EUGENIE, HH1 CATAMARAN, LELANTINA, BUSHIDO, and LOVICA. Claire has also been heavily involved in the classic regatta circuit, cooking and crewing on yachts such as LELANTINA, MOONBEAM, and MARISKA for events including the Bailli de Suffren, Voiles de Saint-Tropez, Antibes, and Cannes.

Job Description
Claire is responsible for provisioning, preparing, and serving meals aboard, with a focus on fresh and seasonal cuisine tailored to guest preferences. She also ensures the interior of the yacht is maintained to a high standard and provides hospitality services, contributing to a welcoming and comfortable guest experience. As part of the crew, she supports teamwork and smooth day-to-day operations onboard.

Licences and Qualifications
• CFBS (STCW95)
• Certificat d’Initiation Nautique
• Permis bateau hauturier

Languages:
French, English, Spanish

Sail and Work Experience
France is an experienced deckhand with over a decade of sailing across a wide range of vessels, including classic yachts, catamarans, and superyachts. Her extensive career includes delivery and charter work on the Swan 76 SILANDRA V, the Ipanema 58 ARAOK, the Tréhard 120 VAIMITI, and JFA 84 ROSE OF JERICHO. France has been involved in numerous classic regattas on historic yachts, often taking active roles in sail handling, deck operations, and regatta preparation. She has also undertaken shipyard periods, solo deckhand responsibilities, and multirole duties including stewardess, cook, and purser, demonstrating her adaptability and seamanship.

Job Description
France supports the smooth operation of the vessel through deck maintenance, sail handling, and watchkeeping. She assists with guest services when needed and contributes to mooring, anchoring, and upkeep of exterior surfaces. Her experience in regattas and deliveries adds confidence to her navigation and seamanship, and she ensures all safety procedures are followed diligently. Her flexible background allows her to assist in interior duties and galley operations as needed.

Licenses and Qualifications
• Yachtmaster Offshore RYA/MCA Endorsed
• Capitaine 200 Validé
• STCW 2010
• CFBS
• GMDSS
• HELM Operator Endorsed
• Powerboat Level II Commercial Endorsed
• ENG1 (valid until May 2024)
• Diving: Level 1/Open Water
• Visite des gens de la mer

Languages:
French, English, Spanish