Sole Chef 45m Private M/Y - ASAP start- to finish the season

About mymuybueno

mymuybueno is a leading international hospitality and yacht recruitment company, representing the finest talent across the luxury sector. We partner with exclusive private vessels and UHNW clients who value discretion, professionalism, and exceptional standards. Joining a yacht via mymuybueno means working with a team that understands chefs, champions great ingredients, and supports your career every step of the way.

About the Role: Sole Chef – 45m Private M/Y

We are seeking a professional, culinary-trained Sole Chef for a 45m private motor yacht, to join ASAP and complete the season. This is a hands-on, guest-focused role where you will be fully responsible for all culinary operations on board, from provisioning through to service and galley management. The style of cuisine is family-style, bistro-type cooking – honest, seasonal dishes, using quality ingredients cooked well and presented beautifully. You will cater for both guests and crew, ensuring a consistently high standard and a calm, well-organised galley.

What You’ll Be Working On

You will lead the entire culinary operation on board: planning and executing daily menus for owners, guests, and crew; managing provisioning and stock; maintaining impeccable food safety and cleanliness; and adapting flexibly to changing guest plans. You’ll balance guest-level bistro and family-style service with nutritious, appealing crew meals, all within the unique constraints of a 45m private yacht.

Why Join mymuybueno?

At mymuybueno, we understand the realities of yachting and what it takes to be a successful chef at sea. We work closely with you to align roles with your culinary style, experience, and long-term goals. You will be joining a private yacht environment that values fresh, quality produce, straightforward yet refined cooking, and a warm, relaxed, family-style ambiance rather than fine-dining formality every day. Through mymuybueno you gain access to a supportive network, honest communication, and future placement opportunities within some of the most desirable yachts and private households globally.

Who You Are

You are a confident, organised Sole Chef with previous yachting experience who enjoys cooking approachable, flavour-driven food to a high standard. You are comfortable running a one-person galley, planning balanced menus, and working with owners and guests who appreciate simplicity done exceptionally well. You handle pressure with composure, communicate clearly with the Captain and crew, and are ready to step in at short notice to see the season through. A strong work ethic, adaptability, and genuine pride in your craft are essential.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements below and are available for an immediate start, please apply via mymuybueno with your up-to-date CV, written references, sample menus (including family-style/bistro dishes), and a recent food portfolio where available. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted promptly due to the urgent start. This opportunity is open to candidates with the right to work and travel as required by the vessel’s itinerary and flag state. All applications will be handled with the utmost discretion by the mymuybueno team.

- Act as Sole Chef for all onboard culinary operations on the 45m private M/Y, serving owners, guests, and crew
- Plan and execute daily menus focused on family-style, bistro cuisine using high-quality ingredients, cooked and presented to an excellent standard
- Prepare and serve fresh, well-balanced crew meals, accommodating different tastes and nutritional needs
- Manage all provisioning, including sourcing quality produce, ordering within budget, and adapting to local availability along the itinerary
- Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards in the galley, ensuring full compliance with onboard and maritime regulations
- Oversee stock rotation, storage, and inventory to minimise waste and maximise product quality in limited galley and cold storage space
- Liaise proactively with the Captain and interior team regarding guest preferences, schedule changes, and service timings
- Adapt menus and service style quickly to guest requests, last-minute changes, and special occasions
- Ensure equipment is properly used, cleaned, and reported for maintenance where necessary to keep the galley in optimal working order
- Contribute positively to a professional, respectful crew environment and represent the yacht and mymuybueno standards at all times

- Formal culinary training (recognised culinary school diploma or equivalent professional certification)
- Minimum 1–2 successful seasons as a Chef on yachts (preferably as Sole Chef on 35m+ or strong Sous transitioning to Sole Chef on similar size)
- Proven experience producing family-style and bistro-type cuisine: fresh, seasonal ingredients cooked well and presented attractively
- Solid knowledge of provisioning for yachts, stock control, and working within budget and storage limitations at sea
- Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene standards, and galley organisation (HACCP or equivalent knowledge)
- Ability to cater for both guests and crew with varied dietary preferences and restrictions
- Excellent time management, self-organisation, and calm, professional approach under pressure
- Valid STCW, ENG1 (or equivalent seafarer medical), and all mandatory yachting certifications up to date
- Fluent in English with clear communication skills and the ability to work closely with Captain and crew
- Available to start ASAP and commit for the remainder of the season