You can find the licences we accept on this page. RYA Yachtmaster Offshore licence holders are preferred.
We require all our skippers and hosts to attend the YW Academy before working for us. We offer courses every year, please check our course page to see which dates would suit you best, and apply here.
Academy applicants as well as Quarterdeck contractors must hold their own insurance. We recommend your own travel insurance, and we require a Third Party Liability insurance when working on charter (You do not need to have Third Party Liability insurance when on Academy).
Once you have submitted your application, we will review your experience and licences (if applicable). If these are to the standard we expect, you will be invited to an automated online interview where you will be asked questions and given a short period of time to give us your best answer. We then decide if we think you are suitable for YW Academy and you will either be asked to join us in Croatia for the Academy or not. Remember, if you don't get chosen, do not be disheartened, you can always re-apply for next year once you have gained more experience.
Quarterdeck has work opportunities in locations such as Croatia, Greece, Italy, Tahiti and BVI with our partner YW, and even more locations such as Mallorca with private charters. Assignments are distributed according to demand. You must work a full season in Croatia/Greece in order to work any other destinations. You must hold an EU passport if you wish to work the Greece route.
All skippers are engaged as contractors, depending on their availability and the number of bookings we receive. Work on charter is usually from Saturday to Saturday, on a weekly basis.
We require at least 1 year experience in the Hospitality & Service Industry. Our ideal candidate will have culinary experience in a commercial kitchen or proof of successful completion of a week-long culinary course. Our website has a syllabus guideline on what to look for in a local culinary course, or alternatively, you could attend one of our partner schools.
Yes, if you are already enrolled in a course to obtain one of our accepted licences before the start of Academy. We can accept your application based on your obtaining a licence agreed with us.
Our team is aged between 20 (minimum) to 38 years of age, and that is the age-frame that our clients look for in our skippers.
We don’t have a set 'close date', however we will stop taking applications when each Academy week is full so it's always best to apply as soon as you can, as spaces fill up fast and we only have limited spots.
Yes, this is our main base of operations and is where we run all YW Academies.
Yes, your spot will only be confirmed once the full balance has been paid. We do however offer payment plans if you are struggling to pay the amount in full. Please email info@quarterdeck.co for more information on this.
Yes. Our YW Academy is to upgrade your skills, but also to introduce our company's ethos and standards. It’s also an opportunity to get to know the Croatia route. Our multicultural team brings additional knowledge to the students, and introduces you to our high standard skipper community.
YW Academy training usually takes place in monohull yachts, size 46-52ft. We will have one catamaran each week however this is specifically for short catamaran course training and host lectures (no students will be staying on the catamaran for the whole week).
All nationalities are welcome to apply however there are some destinations such as Greece where only EU passport holders can work. Due to work visa restrictions, we do prefer EU passport holders. Quarterdeck doesn't offer work visas, so if you require one to work in Croatia or Greece, it will be your responsibility.
Your CV should cover relevant experience and a list of any relevant certificates you hold. Your cover letter should clearly explain why you want to work for Quarterdeck and why you would be a good fit for Yacht Week.
If you successfully complete the academy, you will be able to specify your availability, and we will assign you to work accordingly. We cannot guarantee a minimum number of assignments, this will depend on your availability and the bookings we receive. If you offer a full season of availability, you are likely to get 5+ weeks of work with YW.
We require all our skippers and hosts to attend our Yacht Week Academy before working for us. We offer courses every year, please check our course page to see which dates would suit you best. Most international licences are accepted if the candidate has sufficient sailing experience.
No. The first lecture of the academy starts at 4pm on Friday, please ensure you arrive by Friday midday to ensure you are there on time.
Base rates for Yacht Week assignments range from €550 - €800 per week + tips. You can read a detailed breakdown of our pay scheme here. The average opportunity to earn is €1200 - €1500 per week.
We require at least 1 year experience in the Service Industry as well as culinary experience in a commercial kitchen or proof of successful completion of a week long culinary course. Our website has a syllabus guideline on what to look for in a local culinary course, or alternatively you could attend one of our partner schools.
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Yes you can apply without the Level 2 food and hygiene certificate, however, if accepted you will need to get the certificate before attending the academy.
You should have your own travel insurance. When working for Quarterdeck, you must acquire a Third Party Liability insurance.
You can find the licenses we accept on this page. RYA Yachtmaster Offshore license holders are preferred.
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