Non-yacht crew positions are all the various roles that are needed to make the life onboard a yacht function. There are many different types of non-yacht crew positions, such as administrative roles, financial roles and roles needed to keep the yacht functioning properly. Basically these are any roles needed to run a yacht that don’t involve being on the water or on the deck of the yacht.

​In the context of yachting, non-yacht crew refers to any individuals who are not directly employed by the yacht’s owner and operator. This includes crew members of commercial yachts (chartered or otherwise), service providers and other individuals who work on or around yachts.

Yacht Project Manager

A yacht project manager is responsible for managing the entire process of building a yacht from scratch. 

A project manager will oversee all aspects of the design and building process and make sure that everything is progressing according to schedule. They will also oversee the finances related to building the yacht, which can get very expensive.

​A project manager will work closely with the yacht designer to make sure that the yacht is built to the owner’s specifications. They’ll also work closely with the construction company to make sure that the yacht is built on time and within budget.

Yacht Project Manager

Yacht chef cook

A yacht chef cook is responsible for operating the galley and assisting the executive chef with meal preparation. The chef cook may be trained in one or more specialties such as baking, soufflés or pastries. The chef cook is responsible for preparing meals and snacks for the crew and guests.

​A yacht chef cook may work with an executive chef and other chef to prepare meals for guests. The chef cook is responsible for following the executive chef’s instructions and adhering to dietary restrictions and allergies. The chef cook is also responsible for monitoring the quality of food served and ensuring food poisoning does not occur.

Yacht chef cook

Yacht Manager

A yacht manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of a yacht. They’ll be responsible for managing the staff, making sure that the crew members are trained and working efficiently and making sure that the operation of the yacht is running smoothly. A yacht manager will also be responsible for keeping the yacht financially healthy.

​This can include managing the budget for the yacht, making sure the bills are paid on time and managing the yacht’s cash flow. A manager will also be in charge of managing the yacht’s insurance. This includes making sure that the yacht has the right amount of coverage and updating the insurance policy when there are any changes to the yacht.

Yacht Manager

Yacht Helicopter Pilot

A yacht helicopter pilot is responsible for flying people to and from the yacht. They will typically work for a helicopter company that provides helicopter service to yachts. A pilot will fly to the yachts when people are going to and from them. A pilot flies a helicopter that has been specifically outfitted for carrying passengers and cargo.

​A pilot will transport passengers to and from the yacht, deliver items to the yacht (such as food and supplies) and pick up guests from the yacht. A pilot will also be responsible for keeping the helicopter safe and in working order. This includes doing regular maintenance and having the helicopter inspected on a regular basis.

Yacht Helicopter Pilot

Yacht Architect and yacht decorator

An architect and a yacht decorator are hired by a yacht owner to design and decorate the interior of their yacht. These two team members will work closely together to design the interior of the yacht, determining what types of materials will be used and how the interior spaces will be configured.

​A yacht architect and yacht decorator will usually have a close relationship with the yacht builder as they will need to factor in the materials they use and the design of the yacht into their designs. Architects and decorators will work with the yacht owner to determine the vision for the yacht’s interior.

​They’ll come up with sketches, design mock-ups and determine what materials will be used.

Yacht Architect and yacht decorator

Yacht nanny

A yacht nanny is responsible for caring for the children on board a yacht. This includes feeding them, dressing them, playing with them and putting them to bed. A nanny can be hired by yacht owners who plan to have children on board the yacht while they’re cruising. They can also be hired by people who just want to have someone to watch their children while they’re out on the town or attending events.

Yacht nanny

Yacht Personal Coach

A yacht personal coach is someone who is hired by an individual to help them achieve their health and fitness goals whilst on board a yacht. This person will meet with the guest hiring them on a regular basis to help them stay on track with their fitness goals while on board the yacht.

Yacht Personal Coach

Yacht Bodyguard

A yacht bodyguard is responsible for the security of an individual and their family while they are on board a yacht. This person is hired to protect the individual from any dangers that could occur on the yacht, such as a stowaway sneaking on board, someone who has malicious intent towards the individual or even a potential pirate attack.

Yacht Bodyguard

Yacht Beauty Staff

A yacht beauty therapist is hired to take care of the guests on board. This includes all treatments form massage to facials. A beauty therapist works closely with the client to finds out all their individuals needs. 

Yacht Beauty Staff

Yacht massage staff

A massage therapist is responsible for offering massages to guests on board a yacht. This can be done in the client's stateroom or in a common area, such as the salon or library. A massage therapist will meet with the client prior to the massage to determine their requirements are and what type of massage they would like.

Yacht massage staff

Hopefully, this page has given you a better idea of what each non-yacht crew position entails. If you’ve ever dreamed of life on the high seas, there are many different ways to get involved in the yacht industry. From the people who build and design the yachts to the people who manage the administrative and financial aspects of running a yacht and life on board the ship, there are many opportunities to get involved in yacht life.

Morgan & Mallet Yacht Crew is a recruitment agency specialised in the placement of yacht crews: navigation personnel (captain/officers/mates), engineering, cruising (hostess/steward), galley and related positions.