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Sian Rae

@SianRae

Stewardess with 5 Years in Yachting & 4 years ashore in management

Gibraltar, Gibraltar
Available Now
Job Preferences
Chief Stew+6
Motor
100m++4
Charter+2
Full-Time+2

About

Interior professional with over 5 years’ experience on large private and charter yachts (80–90m), progressing from Sole Stewardess in 2016 to senior and Lead Stewardess roles across housekeeping, service, and spa. I have supported high-demand charter programs, worked closely with Heads of Department, and consistently delivered elevated interior standards with a strong eye for detail and guest experience. Complementing my yachting career, I bring over 3 years’ land-based experience in management, fine dining service, and business administration. As a retail floor manager, I led and developed teams while overseeing daily operations. In fine dining environments, I worked as a lead server, refining my understanding of high-end service, guest interaction, and attention to detail. Additionally, my role as a business coordinator strengthened my organisational skills, administrative capability, and ability to manage logistics and planning with precision. This combined experience allows me to bring a well-rounded, structured, and leadership-focused approach to interior operations on board.

Personal Details

Age29 years
GenderFemale
ResidenceUnited Kingdom

Career Objective

I am now seeking my next step in a role that aligns with both my experience and long-term progression. I am open to: Chief Stewardess positions on 50–65m yachts Second Stewardess roles on 60–75m yachts Head of Housekeeping roles on 70–90m yachts I am particularly interested in positions where I can contribute to a positive team culture, support and mentor junior crew, and deliver a polished, well-organised interior at the highest standard.

Passports

United Kingdom

Visas

B1/B2

Hobbies & Interests

Cooking, dining out, free diving, watching documentaries, art & painting, history & design, sudoku, walking, pool.

Experience

Senior Stewardess

Current
Jan 2025 - Present
M/Y Nympheas

Regular temp work throughout 2025 & 2026, approximately 9 month so far. Worked closely with the head of department to maintain high standards across all interior areas. Predominantly in platted and buffet service style. Covered Spa Manager role during shipyard, overseeing inventory, ordering, repairs & readiness for the Caribbean crossing. Assisted with interior set-up of new-build yacht for the first owner trip immediately post-launch. Reset systems during shipyard to improve efficiency for the following season. Completed uniform repairs & hemming in-house, reducing external costs. Led large-scale stain treatment projects for guest linen, service items & crew uniforms.

HOH

Aug 2024 - Jan 2025
Fhior

Lead service, Paired wines & crated cocktail, training new starters, had daily tasting menu changes, health & safety compliance.

Lead server

Nov 2023 - Apr 2024
Commons Club at the Edinburgh Virgin Hotel

Service leadership, Paired wine, whiskeys & cocktail, training new starters, leaned menu & culinary jargon, health & safety compliance.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Food Hygiene Level II
Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)
Massage Therapy

Languages

EnglishNative

References

3 references

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