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Mark Farmer

@Limechilli

Yacht & Estate Chef with 12 years of Marine and 10+ years UK restuarants

Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
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Job Preferences
Head Chef+1
Motor
50-59m+3
Private+1
Seasonal+2
Middle East+18
Single Season+8
Not Considered

About

I am an experienced chef with a passion for culinary exploration and international experience. I grew up in the UK and USA, seeking new challenges and diverse culinary perspectives.

Personal Details

GenderMale
ResidenceUnited Kingdom

Career Objective

To leverage my extensive culinary skills and international experience in a challenging chef position aboard a luxury yacht or estate.

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy skydiving, hunting, fishing, reading, and exploring the outdoors. I am also interested in cooking and experimenting with new culinary techniques.

Experience

Chef

Dec 2018 - Sep 2023
M/Y Planet Nine

Chef aboard a 73-meter exploration vessel, maintaining a close relationship with the owner for over 7 years.

Chef

Dec 2012 - Sep 2016
M/Y Attessa 3

Chef for three seasons, catering to high-profile, Healthy & Lots of BBQ/ Beach and cocktail parties.

Chef

Dec 2012 - Jun 2013
Sin or Swim

Chef for season & delivery, from Costa Rico to Aruba (Leeward Islands), involved in delivery and boss trips.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Proficiency as Ship Security Officer (PSSO)
Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
Proficiency in Security Awareness (PSA)
Advanced Open Water Diver
Culinary Trained
Ships Cook Certificate
Food Hygiene Level II
HELM (O)
NVQ 1 & 2 Psychology Human Behavior
NVQ 1 & 2 Nutrition & Food Science
NVQ 1 Suicidal and Self-Harm Awareness
Alcohol and Drug Awareness
HACCP
Health & Nutrition
Mental Health Awareness & Counselling

Languages

EnglishNative
AfrikaansConversational
ZuluConversational