Where have all the Chief Officers gone?
The title of this blog is slightly tongue in cheek and I wrote it whilst humming a tune from my youth with a very similar title. For anyone wondering the song is here…. To be…
That 'elusive' couples role
It is of course no surprise, that there are a huge number of couples within the yachting industry both looking for work and already in positions onboard. Each department at Quay Crew is regularly contacted…
Must-Try Christmas Cocktails
Here are some fantastic Christmas cocktails that are sure to get you feeling festive! Classic Snowball This is a super quick and easy classic which should be a part of any festive cocktail menu. What…
Junior crew’s realistic expectations
The majority of junior crew I speak to are usually very realistic about their expectations entering the industry, and even after 1 season onboard a yacht still so. However I do speak to some crew who feel…
Guest blog: Jenny Mathews & Natasha Ambrose - How to get the yacht owner onboard with your Idea
It’s Autumn and winter work lists are on the table. A familiar time for many of us, we’ve worked hard through the summer season, our equipment, training and procedures have been put to the test,…
Do unicorn (purser roles) exist?
For many, becoming a Purser is the dream, your own office, no guest contact and a 9-5 working day….. this may be the dream but it’s by no means realistic! I can’t count the amount of…
Networking: It’s good to talk
Whether you’re just starting out in the industry or you’re established and looking to progress your career, networking is fundamentally one of the most important things you can do. Don’t be a stranger When…
Why can’t I hire good junior crew?
For the purposes of this article I am classing all crew with under 2 years of experience as junior crew. This is something I hear quite a lot, good yachts expressing surprise that they can’t…
Guest Blog: Scott Molloy - Will emerging satellite technologies solve connectivity challenges at sea?
Intro In the first of my blog entries written for Quay Crew, I’ll be discussing some hot issues surrounding the dynamic world of superyacht AV/IT and communications technologies. Although I’ve discussed the past and present…
What to look for in your next Yacht...
With the end of the Med season in sight a lot of crew look to move yachts for a variety of reasons however have you considered that the grass isn’t always greener and maybe sticking…