ABOUT QUAY CREW
An extensive process, combined with yachting knowledge.
We combine a structured search and referencing with a practical understanding of how yachts operate, so shortlists are credible and relevant. We recruit across command, deck, interior, galley, engineering, and specialist roles.
WHAT SETS US APART
How we recruit for superyachts
A consistent process, flexible enough for every yacht, disciplined enough to protect your standards.
Brief-led
We align on the programme: itinerary, guest profile, management structure, and non-negotiables before we search.
Fit-first
Tickets matter, but chemistry, leadership style, and resilience under pressure decide whether a hire lasts a season or for the long-term.
Discreet
Confidential searches stay confidential. We operate with the sensitivity owners and captains expect at this level.
Referenced
We take verbal references rigorously, check documentation, and where appropriate perform additional checks aligned to your policy.
Global
Dual-season, new-build, and relocation searches are routine. We coordinate across time zones without losing momentum.
OUR METHODOLOGY
A service bespoke to you
Yacht programmes cannot afford costly mis-hires. We invest time doing detailed briefs and taking verbal references to ensure interviews are efficient and you are confident in the hiring decisions you make.
You will not receive endless CVs. You will receive a carefully curated shortlist that matches your vessel requirements, the itinerary, and the dynamics of your existing team.
Our consultants bring over 120 years of combined recruitment experience and more than 45 years spent working on yachts. That experience shapes every brief we take, every reference we check, and every candidate we recommend.
OUR EXPERTISE
Recruitment across the full yacht programme
Each department is run by a consultant who specialises in it and understands the roles, the tickets, and the standards expected on board. We support new builds, private programmes, and busy dual-season schedules, whether you need a single hire or a full department rebuild.
Captains
Captain roles where leadership, operational authority and owner alignment must match.
READ MORE →Deck
Chief Officers, 2nd Officers, Bosuns, and Deck crew for programmes that balance safety, guest experience, and immaculate presentation.
READ MORE →Interior
Chief Stews, Interior Managers, HOH, HOS, and Interior crew for a wide range of programmes.
READ MORE →Engineering
Chief Engineers, 2nd, and Junior Engineers, to AVIT and ETOs for conventional and highly automated yachts.
READ MORE →Galley
Head Chefs, Sous Chefs, Solo Chefs, Crew Chefs and Cook/Stews for private and charter programmes.
READ MORE →Specialist Roles
Nurses, Medics, Physios, Sub-Pilots, Helicopter Pilots, Wellness Professionals, and Security Officers.
READ MORE →THE STANDARD
The standard our crew deliver
Start a search with Quay Crew
Whether you are replacing a key HOD or recruiting a junior member of your team, we take care of the entire process.