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Joy Van Aardt

@JoyvanAardt1

Experienced Yacht Purser and Chief Stewardess

Kareeberg Local Municipality, South Africa
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About

I bring a positive attitude and a strong work ethic to my roles, with extensive experience in hospitality and yacht management. I am committed to delivering exceptional service and thrive in dynamic environments.

Personal Details

Age44 years
GenderFemale
ResidenceBahamas

Career Objective

I am seeking a new position on-board a private or charter motor yacht, where I can apply my organizational and leadership skills while committing long-term to a new challenge.

Passports

South Africa

Visas

B1/B2
Schengen

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy the outdoors, exploring rivers and lakes while kayaking or paddleboarding. I have a passion for gym, travel, hiking, reading, and beach days.

Experience

Relief Chief Stew / Head Housekeeper

Feb 2023 - Feb 2025
M/Y Andromeda

Management of the interior team, 10 - 12 Stewardesses. Creating & Managing the Guest Cabin Plan, Crew Rota & Linen Schedule. Management of the Crew Cabin Plans and turnovers (43 Crew). Preparations and Orders for Guest Trips, Housekeeping and Service. Training and supervising. Control Manager for vessel checklists in the Housekeeping department.

Chief Stewardess

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023
M/Y Lady A

Captains, Chef & Chief Stew accounts. Crew Rota's, set up of procedures and operational manuals. Inventories, provisioning and stock control. Training and supervising. Silver service, table settings, and a very busy cocktail bar.

Chief Stewardess

May 2021 - Sep 2021
M/Y Basma

Back-to-back trips + 100 days. Inventories, provisioning and stock control. Food & drink service, organizing and detailing the interior of the boat. Taking care of the interior duties & guest preparation for each trip.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
GUEST Chief Stew CoC
Food Hygiene Level II
RYA Powerboat Level II
International Diploma in Hotel Management
Purser CoC
Advanced Leadership
Crowd and Crisis Control
Silver Service
ISM

Languages

EnglishFluent

References

4 references

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