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Antonio Stanley

@Munchies

Strong Crew Chef skilled in crew meals, provisioning, and all galley ops

Nairobi, Kenya
Available Now
Job Preferences
Chef de Partie/ 3rd Chef+3
Motor+1
70-79m+3
Private & Charter+2
Full-Time+4
French Riviera+24
Single Season+15
Considered

About

I am an enthusiastic and experienced Crew Chef with a strong background in yachting and luxury cruise ships, skilled in preparing quality crew meals, managing galley operations, and maintaining high standards under pressure. I am reliable, team-oriented, and always willing to assist on deck when needed, with a clear focus on growing within a professional yacht environment while delivering excellent onboard culinary service with no cuts, no buts and definately no coconuts.

Personal Details

Age30 years
GenderMale
ResidenceKenya

Career Objective

To continuously grow as a Crew Chef by contributing a collaborative spirit, positive attitude, and culinary excellence, while refining skills and delivering exceptional dining experiences for crew and guests in a professional yacht environment.

Passports

Kenya

Visas

B1/B2
C1/D
Schengen

Hobbies & Interests

• Meditation & Exercise • Reading Cook Books & Self-Development Literature • Basketball, Swimming, Beach-Volleyball & Soccer • Collecting Art & Foodtography • Travel & Adventure • Watching Chefs’ Content in Films/ Cooking Competitions/Documentaries

Experience

Crew Chef

Current
Jan 2026 - Present
M/Y Aqua Lares

Prepared and served three daily crew meals, maintaining consistency and variety under tight schedules and pressure. Supported full galley hand operations, including dishwashing, deep cleaning, waste management, and keeping the galley inspection-ready at all times. Assisted with provisioning, galley organization, cost control, and guest meal presentation, including owner’s breakfast service.

Crew Chef

May 2025 - Oct 2025
M/Y Alfa Nero

Provisioning day efficiency during pre-charter prep. • Streamlined workflows, organized cold rooms, and prepped fresh provisions. • Gained hands-on experience with elite yacht standards. • Obedient, proactive, and hands-on in all assigned galley duties — follow direction precisely while taking initiative to go the extra mile in presentation, cleanliness, and crew support, consistently exceeding expectations.

1st Commis Chef

Feb 2024 - Apr 2025

Delivered Michelin-level cuisine for 2,000 guests and 900 crew on 16-day Panama, Oceania, and Caribbean voyages, including a 110-day World Cruise. Maintained top production standards using fresh local ingredients while rotating through Main Galley, Buffet, Breakfast, and Bistro sections.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
STCW Advanced Fire Fighting
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA Powerboat Level II
Food Hygiene Level III
Ships Cook Certificate
Culinary Trained
Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
Proficiency in Security Awareness (PSA)
First Aid
Leadership and Team Building

Languages

EnglishFluent
SwahiliFluent
SpanishConversational

References

5 references

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