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Antonia Ignatyeva

@antoniastew

Chief Stewardess | 10+ Years in Yachting | Charter & Private | Silver Servi

Golčův Jeníkov, Czechia
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Chief Stew+2
Motor+1
40-49m+1
Private & Charter
Rotational+2
French Riviera+24
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About

Chief Stewardess with 10+ years in yachting, both private and charter. From elegant silver service to building strong interior teams — I lead with heart, detail, and precision. Passionate about hospitality, wine, and creating unforgettable guest experiences. Based in Europe, open to global opportunities.

Personal Details

Age57 years
GenderFemale

Career Objective

My plan is simple: to keep growing in the luxury hospitality world while staying true to who I am. I aim to lead exceptional interior teams, create unforgettable experiences for guests, and eventually mentor young crew entering the industry. Long-term, I see myself building a lifestyle brand around elegance, service, and wellbeing — both at sea and on land.

Passports

Ukraine

Visas

B1/B2
Schengen

Hobbies & Interests

Studying Yoga Run Fitness Hiking

Experience

Chief Stew

Jul 2024 - Mar 2025
S/Y Spirit Of The C's

As Chief Stewardess on a 64-meter sailing yacht, I led the interior department and ensured smooth, high-standard operations using IdeaYacht software to manage inventories, provisioning, and guest preferences. My key responsibilities included: Interior Oversight: Managed all housekeeping, service, and laundry operations for both private and charter use. Leadership: Trained and supervised a team of stewardesses, ensuring seamless service and a well-coordinated interior team. Guest Service: Delivered refined, detail-driven experiences, including silver service, custom cocktail menus, and themed evenings. Event & Table Design: Created elegant table settings, floral arrangements, and bespoke decorations for various onboard occasions. Inventory Management: Maintained accurate interior inventories and provisioning lists through IdeaYacht, ensuring operational readiness at all times. Charter & Owner Trips: Provided tailored service for family use and high-end charters, including during transatlantic crossings with guests onboard. Collaboration: Worked closely with all departments to ensure smooth communication and guest satisfaction.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA Powerboat Level II
Food Hygiene Level II
Culinary Trained
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits
Accounting & Budgeting Course
Master's Degree in Finance and Credit
Bartending Course
GUEST Yacht Purser Program
GUEST Advanced Leadership Module
GUEST Advanced Food & Beverages Service
Certificate 7 - Principles of Advanced Leadership Programs
Certificate of DEEP BLUE Software
University of Coffee Course
Dessert Course - Magic of Cheesecakes
Health Coach
Neurocoach

Languages

CzechFluent
RussianNative
EnglishConversational
SpanishBeginner