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Crewing Aboard A SuperYacht

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments

Introduction

Chapter 1: A Brief Overview

What is a Yachtie?
How does One Get Started as a Yachtie?
Good Places to Start Looking for Work

Chapter 2: Crew Responsibilities and Qualifications

Licenses and Training
Captain's Responsibilities
First Mate's Responsibilities
Engineer's Responsibilities
Deck Hand's Responsibilities
Chef's Responsibilities
Steward/Stewardess's Responsibilities
Crew Salaries

Chapter 3: Job-Hunting

Preparing a Curriculum Vitae
Sample CV
Sample Menu
Chef's Food Photo Samples
Sample Letter of Reference
Interview Protocol
Day Work
Deliveries
Crew Housing

Chapter 4: Health Issues

Health Insurance
Nutrition and Preventive Maintenance
Seasickness
Skin Cancer
Exercise

Chapter 5 :Sharing Small Spaces

What to Take
Avoid Embarrassing Situations
Housekeeping Tips for Chef and Steward
Heads

Chapter 6: Potential Problems to Avoid

Wear Your Safety Gear
Couples on Yachts
Sexual Harassment
Remember Why You're There
What Happens to Old Yachties?

Glossary of Sailing Terms

Definitions
Yacht Parts, illustrations
Knots and Line Handling
Yacht Crew Placement Agencies

Crew and Seamanship Training

About the Author