Yacht Crew 5-Day Training

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Day 1: The Rules & Attitude of Yachting

Introduction to the yachting industry (what’s a yacht, power & sail, private & charter, etc)

Rank and file: The crew positions

• Crew salaries
• Resumes & Interviewing
• Conduct onboard and off
• Professional presence
• Guests on board; guests not on board
• Yachting etiquette
• Correct forms of address
• International protocol
• Customs/personal safety

Day 2: Basic Seamanship

• Nautical terms
• Basic bridge equipment
• 24-hour clock
• Phonetic alphabet
• Flag etiquette
• Deckhand duties
• Small boat maintenance
• Knots, fenders & lines
• Docking procedures
• Basic safety

Day 3:  Silver Service

• Russian, French & Plate service
• Proper table setting
• Table manners
• Formal meal service
• Buffet service
• Wine decanting & serving
• Coffee service
• Typical breakfast set-up

Day 4: Interior Detailing/Laundry/Valet Services

• Interior detailing (cleaning i.e. marble, china, gold leaf, silver, delicate fabrics, drapes etc)
• Cleaning supplies to use; to avoid
• Scheduling: Chief Steward / ess vs. Steward / ess
• Guest prep / cleaning after guests leave
• Valet services
• Linen & wardrobe care, laundry & dry cleaning
• Tray services (afternoon tea service)

Day 5: Other Services, Flowers & Bartending

• Intro to Flowers
• Wine & Cheeses
• Champagne & Caviar
• Mixology – Bartending
• Testing for certification (in all “package" courses)

AYI Certification Packages
- Yacht Crew 5-day Training Course w/Certification (Days 1-5)
- Steward/Stewardess Master plus Basic Seamanship (Days 2-5)
- Steward / Stewardess Master (Days 3-5)