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Sean De Klerk

@SeanDeKlerk

Experienced Sole Steward / Chief Steward in Yachting

Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom
Available in 2 weeks
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About

I am a dedicated and experienced steward with a strong background in yachting. I excel in managing interior operations and providing exceptional service to guests.

Personal Details

Age40 years
GenderMale
ResidenceUnited Kingdom

Career Objective

With 12 years experience in the yachting sector, I am currently seeking a sole steward or chief steward position aboard either a motor or sailing vessel. I am highly proficient in all aspects of interior operations and administration and have management experience by running a busy sailing charter yacht as sole steward for 8 years. With a view to continuing to advance my career in the yachting industry, I am seeking a position with continuing management responsibilities to fully utilise my skill set. I look forward to contributing to the effective operation of a yacht through my hard-working and positive nature.

Passports

South Africa

Hobbies & Interests

Horse riding, snorkelling, hiking, travelling.

Experience

Sole Steward

Mar 2016 - Aug 2024
S/Y WindQuest

Management of service, housekeeping and laundry. Provisioning and stock management for guests and crew. Extensive sailing and watchkeeping duties. Several Atlantic crossings. Worldwide cruising itinerary for owner. Caribbean cruising when chartered.

Steward

Apr 2015 - Sep 2015
M/Y Vanquish

Full rotation between housekeeping, service and laundry duties. Onboard assistance with two charters on larger 47m Palmer Johnson sister vessel as steward with full rotational responsibilities and duties. Med Cruising between Corsica, South of France, Greek Isles and Italy.

Butler

Sep 2014 - Nov 2014
S/Y Aello (Owner's Residence)

Service management for events and all meals. Housekeeping and laundry management. Provisioning and stock management of all beverages and housekeeping items for household. Management and caretaking of owner's wardrobe.

Certifications & Qualifications

Deckhand Certification

MCA Yacht Rating

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Food Hygiene Level II
Proficiency in Security Awareness (PSA)
GUEST Advanced Food and Beverage Service
GUEST Advanced Yacht Administration
GUEST Foundation in Leadership Program

Languages

EnglishNative

References

4 references

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