Megayacht Interior Operations

Duration: 5 days

Prerequisites: Minimum of age 16

Assessment: Written exam and ongoing practical evaluation

Price: $1100

Expiration/Re-validation: None

This is a comprehensive course taught by a highly experienced Chief Stewardess and Master Florist. The course is recommended by employers, praised by graduates and excellent for first-time interior crew or anyone wanting to brush up on service skills.

The course covers the following;

Industry guidelines and regulations
Chain of command
Crew rank and positions

General rules, responsibilities and etiquette
Safety and equipment
Nautical terminology and relative direction
Rope work
Nautical knowledge, Types of Yachts
Flag State Registrations, Private and Commercial Yachts
STCW and Nautical Qualification, MCA (British Coastguard)
Chain of Command
Rank and Position
Resumes / Interviewing, Crew Agreements, Preparing a CV
Personal Appearance and Hygiene
Rules Onboard
Nautical / Military Time
Vendor Contracts
Guest Arrival, Preference Forms
Seamanship, Basic Safety
VHF Radio
Phonetic Alphabet
Nautical Terminology and Vessel Familiarisation
Pre-dinner checklist
Styles of Service, Serving Tips, Serving Order, Formal Meal Sequence
Proper Clearing Order
Proper Use of Utensils, Placement and use of Flatware
Place Settings
Napkin Folding - practical
Food Safety and Hygiene
Various Diets (vegetarian, kosher, religious, etc.)
Afternoon Tea, Cheese Service, Caviar Service, Cigar Service
In-Cabin Service, Turn Down Service
Bartending, Bar Equipment
Liquors, Brandy, Liqueurs, Fortified and Aromatized Wines
Serving Wine
Wine Bottle Shapes
Decanting Wine, Pouring Wine
Champagne Service

Flower Arranging Practical

Interior Detailing / Laundry
Cleaning with/without Guests Onboard, Cleaning Supplies
Caring for Stemware, Caring for China
Polishing Silver
Bed Making Practical
Laundry and Stain Removal
Fruit Baskets
Daily Duties and Scheduling