I started work as a waitress from 1999-2007 in Italy, Scotland, Spain (Balearic Islands), Germany and Tunisia at various luxury hotels and restaurants. I enjoyed this experience very much and learned many skills as a fine dining waitress, organizing banquets and gala dinners, wine service, silver service and bartending and eventually as a F&B supervisor in the hospitality industry.
My passion for the sea has prompted me to enroll in a degree course in Marine Biology. I then attended a basic sailing course and also obtained A.N.I.S Diver Certificate.
From 2007 I started to work in the yachting industry as a deckhand, sole stewardess, chief stewardess, and cook. I wanted to combine my hospitality background with my love for the sea and with a big spirit and will to adapt.
My work experience since then has made me a responsible, professional and dedicated hard worker, striving to reach goals and good at coping with stressful situations. I have developed a proven capacity and ability work to in a team and develop excellent management skills. I believe people perceive me as a driven team-worker with an ability to think outside the box and multi-task for many scenarios
I have also always had a huge passion for food and cooking, since I was very young, which came from my grandmother. I like to experiment with different culinary techniques and recipes from varied cultures: Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Mediterranean food and of course my native Italian cuisine. I am also open to and experienced with vegetarian, gluten-free and vegan food styles.
Professional, efficient and effective HR management for interior crew
PYA Interior Intermediate Service; Housekeeping & Valet and Laundry; Silver Service; Butler Service; Plated Service; Synchronized Service; Floristry; Cigars and Caviar
Extensive accounting and administrative experience
Exceptional multi-tasking and organizational abilities across different departments and duties
Fully committed to the highest level of guest care and enjoyment
Exemplary eye for detail to the very highest standard
Experienced Personal Assistant to Owners aboard and also onshore in private luxury residences
Trained and knowledgeable in fine wines, gourmet foods and other luxury consumables, PYA accredited
Experience and knowledge on international etiquette and protocols particular to the guests’ culture and expectations. PYA accredited
Wide knowledge and contacts for provisioning throughout the Mediterranean with Purser experience
Charter experience dealing directly with globally recognized charter and brokerage companies. (Details on request)
Extensive direct contact details for berthing requirements in important Marinas throughout the Mediterranean
Fully experienced deck knowledge for berthing procedures and bridge communications
Self-motivated with experienced and confident delegation abilities
Excellent all round communication, organization and diplomacy ethics
Extensive experience and knowledge of restaurants, luxury hotels and activities in major cruising areas
Yacht pre-season and new build set-up expertise
I am a committed, professional individual with 13 years of experience in the Yachting Industry – an industry I love. This wonderful experience has given me a broad skill set, as listed below, to which I endeavor to grow each year in order to further develop and improve myself. I take great pride in my work and my high standards and always give 100% to the care of guests and owners. I am cheerful, enthusiastic, well organized and always endeavor to maintain great professional relationships with my fellow crew and keep the boat running smoothly for the enjoyment and safety of all aboard