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Deyanira Tapia Aguilera

@Deyanira_Tapia

Chief Stewardess

Whangārei, New Zealand
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Chief Stew+1
Motor
Full-Time+3
Montenegro+12
South Pacific+5
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About

With several years of experience in the yachting industry, I have been fortunate to build my career across a variety of programs, progressing from Sole Stewardess to Chief Stewardess while working with the same owners across multiple vessels. I am a hands-on, organised, and supportive team player who enjoys creating positive working environments where people feel valued, motivated, and supported. Whether leading an interior team, stepping in to help wherever needed, or working alongside fellow Heads of Department, I believe strong communication and teamwork are the foundation of a successful program. My experience includes both busy operational seasons and large-scale refit projects, giving me a strong background in interior operations, guest service, logistics, organization, and team management. I thrive in fast-paced environments, remain calm under pressure, and genuinely enjoy creating seamless guest experiences while maintaining a positive and efficient crew atmosphere.

Personal Details

Age41 years
GenderFemale
ResidenceMexico

Career Objective

Known for my loyalty, positive attitude, and drama-free approach, I am looking for a long-term opportunity where I can contribute and be part of a strong and supportive team.

Passports

Mexico

Visas

B1/B2

Hobbies & Interests

Fitness and health enthusiast with a passion for the gym, yoga, hiking, and an active outdoor lifestyle. Enjoy baking, travelling, exploring new cultures, and spending time with family and friends. Currently working towards my WSET Level 2 certification.

Experience

Chief Stewardess

Dec 2022 - Aug 2025
Moonstone

- Working with the same family for a total of five years - Long refit in Holland, extending from 72m to 80m and name change - Reset of all the crew areas. Active participation on the selection of colours and materials used - Worked alongside the designers to arrange the order of the new service wear, guest linen, guest areas accessories and furniture. Manage control report and returns - Sea fastening for the new service ware. New location and allocation - Regularly utilized Pinpoint Works to track interior tasks, defects, progress reports, and project updates throughout the refit and operational periods - Busy summer season included the UK and Scandinavia with long guest trips. Interior team of 6 servicing seven guest cabins and 21 crew - While the 80m Moonstone remained in refit, assisted onboard M/Y Moonstone 60m to cover the Chief Stewardess during leave for a couple of owner trips in the South of France and St. Lucia

Second Stewardess/CS Relief

May 2021 - Dec 2022
Moonstone60m

- Moved with owners of M/Y Rochade to their new boat starting as Second, stepping up to Chief after first year - Worked as right-hand to the Chief Stew as we completed setting up new boat at yard in Holland - During yard period, responsible for crew house provisions & crew uniform inventory - Late Stew guest-on, hosting cocktail hour, leading lunch service, and assisting with dinner service - During yard period in San Diego stepped up as relief Chief Stew - Arranged contractors, supplies, and purchased new crew uniform for Moonstone and support vessel crew - Managed and supported 4 junior stews, inventoried and allocated uniform and wine - Promoted to Chief Stew towards end of summer season, head of a team of 5 interior - Operated in the Med, Caribbean, crossing Panama Canal for Central America, Mexico and west coast USA and Canada into Alaska

2nd Stew

Aug 2020 - Apr 2021
Rochade47m

- Worked in an interior team of 3 - Heavy use boat (2-weeks guest on/2-weeks guest off) with support vessel - Very active family style trips with friends, nannies, and children from 0-15 years - Worked with support vessel for beach set-ups - Guest-on, rotated through service, housekeeping and laundry – usually late girl - Lead lunch service and assisted Chief Stew with dinner service, usually buffet style with wine service - Responsible for owner’s wardrobe management - Often hosted special events on board for birthdays or anniversaries - Operated in the Bahamas

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate

Skills

Other

Leadership & Management
Operations & Administration
Service & Guest Experience
Technical / Specialty

Languages

EnglishFluent
SpanishNative