Position: Female Chef – 2:2 Rotational
Vessel: Private 50m Motor Yacht
Location: Med-based, wintering in Palma de Mallorca
Start Date: 21 July (ASAP) with several days handover
Rotation: 2 months on / 2 months off

About mymuybueno

mymuybueno is a global leader in luxury hospitality recruitment, chef placement, and yacht crew services. We partner with exceptional clients and outstanding talent, focusing on professionalism, integrity, and a genuine passion for great food and great service. Our yacht clients value discretion, consistency, and a warm, can-do attitude on board. You will be joining a well-run, private 50m M/Y with a stable crew and a supportive, professional environment.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly capable, preferably female, Sole Chef to run the galley on a private 50m motor yacht on a 2:2 rotational basis. This is a hands-on role for a confident, organised chef who can deliver refined yet relaxed Mediterranean and Asian-inspired cuisine, adapt quickly to last-minute guest requests, and maintain a calm, efficient galley. Guest numbers are typically low, and you will also cater daily for 12 crew, providing balanced, attractive, and nutritious meals. The yacht runs a fairly busy private program and will winter in Palma, offering a great base and work-life balance for the right candidate.

What You’ll Be Working On
You will take full ownership of the galley, from provisioning and menu development through to execution, cleanliness, and compliance. You will curate seasonal menus with a Mediterranean and Asian focus, respond flexibly to guest preferences, and provide varied, wholesome crew food. You will maintain excellent working relationships with the captain and crew, ensure smooth service during guest trips, and manage your time and budget efficiently. During your first rotation, an outgoing chef will provide a thorough handover to help you settle in quickly and hit the ground running.

Why Join mymuybueno & This Yacht

• Quality-focused program: Private yacht with low guest numbers, allowing you to focus on quality, creativity, and consistency rather than mass volume service.
• True work–life balance: 2:2 rotation on a well-managed 50m gives regular time off while maintaining a stable long-term role.
• Culinary freedom within clear preferences: Guests enjoy Mediterranean and Asian cuisine but are open to new, thoughtful ideas and plating styles, rewarding chefs who are adaptable and inspired.
• Supportive culture: Professional, cohesive crew of 12 with a respectful atmosphere, clear communication, and a captain who values organisation and reliability.
• Excellent base: Wintering in Palma, with good provisioning options, culinary inspiration, and an appealing lifestyle when the yacht is not actively cruising.

Who You Are

You are an experienced yacht chef (or strong land-based fine-dining/private chef transitioning to yachts) with the maturity to run a galley solo. You thrive in a private environment where discretion, flexibility, and consistency matter more than showmanship. You are adept at Mediterranean and Asian cuisine, confident with fresh seafood, healthy plates, and clean flavours, and comfortable adapting to last-minute requests and dietary needs. You plan ahead, manage provisioning meticulously, and keep an impeccably clean, organised galley. You communicate clearly, work collaboratively with the interior team on timing and service, and understand the rhythm of a busy yet well-structured private program. You are available for an ASAP start on 21 July and ready to make the most of a thorough handover before taking full responsibility for the galley.

How to Apply

If you meet the criteria and are excited by this opportunity, please apply via mymuybueno Yachts with your up-to-date CV, written references, sample menus (including Mediterranean and Asian dishes), and a brief cover note outlining your availability and current location. Only candidates with the right to work in the EU/Schengen (or able to obtain appropriate visas) and the required certification will be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview and reference checks. All applications are handled confidentially by the mymuybueno team.

Female Chef 2/2 Rotational Private 50m M/Y -ASAP START