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Melissa Hanlon

@hanlonmelissa

Experienced Stewardess and Able Seaman (Australian Navy Reserves)

Macdonnell Region, Australia
Available Now
Job Preferences
3rd Stew+6
100m+
Mediterranean+3

About

I offer a dynamic mix of yacht experience, luxury hospitality, and military discipline—bringing strong service skills, impeccable housekeeping standards, and a confident, guest-focused approach. With experience as Sole Stew on a 27m and as Housekeeping Lead on a 47m, plus a senior chalet season, I thrive in fast-paced environments and deliver exceptional detail and professionalism. I’m energetic, adaptable, and ready to add value to any interior team.

Personal Details

Age27 years
GenderFemale
ResidenceAustralia

Career Objective

I’m ready to join a hardworking interior team and add strong initiative, reliability and polished service to your program this summer.

Passports

Australia

Hobbies & Interests

Active in endurance-based outdoor activities. Strong swimmer with a focus on maintaining fitness and readiness for physically demanding environments.

Experience

Third Stewardess

Aug 2025 - Sep 2025
M/Y Wild Orchid 1

Completed 10-day executive trip as Head of Department for Housekeeping and Laundry for 14-20 guests plus 9 crew.

Sole Stewardess

Jun 2025 - Aug 2025
M/Y Notorious

Completed 15-day charters, incl an overnight executive trip and a two- night charter for a private group of guests.

Senior Chalet Host

Nov 2024 - Mar 2025
Lodge Des Nants, Hunter Chalets

Managed all aspects of luxury chalet operations, delivering a seamless and exceptional guest experience. Provided personalised fine dine table service, five-star housekeeping and expert bar management including stocktake and ordering. Coordinated with chefs, driver service and concierge teams to maintain premium hospitality standards.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
Proficiency in Security Awareness (PSA)
Food Hygiene Level II
Basic Military Training
Survival at Sea Training
Seamanship School
Firefighting & Toxic Hazards Training
Diploma in Travel & Tourism Management
Diploma in Holiday Parks & Resort Management
Hospitality Certificate - Front of House
Hospitality Certificate - Bar
Food Safety

Languages

EnglishNative
ItalianConversational
FrenchBeginner