For our Foundational Yacht Chef Training:
No professional experience or qualifications needed but you must be a confident home cook at minimum. Whether you’re just starting or transitioning from a land-based kitchen, we’ll equip you with everything you need to succeed as a yacht chef.

However, it is a great idea to look into STCW training center nearest to you and dates that you’re available. It is compulsory to complete this maritime specific safety training before you can get a job contract so best to get it as soon as possible.

For our Advanced Yacht Chef Training:
Suitable for chefs currently in the industry. 3-5+ years experience is ideal so you can keep up with the pace and techniques in the workshops. Even a prior short culinary training would be helpful.

We have set an age restriction to match the industry standards for jobs.

You must be 21 years or older to attend one of our trainings. Your spot will be cancelled and refunded.

If you’re interested in using this course to land a job as a yacht chef, this will be more difficult to achieve if you are over the age of 50.

This job requires you to be full of energy, agile, flexible, sleep in a small bunk cabin, work in small spaces & away from home for a long time. Generally we have found this criteria to not suit older people.

We pride ourselves on being the only yacht chef training that covers ALL aspects of the job. You’ll receive in-person training covering galley management, provisioning, menu planning, yacht etiquette, and deckhand duties and of course our go to charter recipes from breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner and desserts. Plus, you’ll gain access to exclusive bonuses like our career toolkit, digital resources, and vibrant community connections.

Our trainings are all-inclusive, all essentials are covered by us.

• accommodation in a stunning villa (& yacht on the foundational training)

• 6-9 hours of training per day

• all the equipment you will need for training. Including an a&a apron you get to keep!

• all our digital resources

• your portfolio photos

• your resume headshot

• transfers from the villa to the yacht, to provisions and any other activities planned by us

• group chat job board access

• our 6 Month Job Support & Recruitment service

• your return flights to the destination

• your return transfers from the airport to the villa

• any optional activities in your free time

• any additional food or drinks at cafes/bars during outings

• additional snacks or alcohol you may want to bring to the villa

If you wish to cancel for any reason this is the procedure & policy:

you must email and have a confirmed response of cancellation by us. email hello@anchorandapron.co

• within 12 weeks of training start date full refund minus €800 deposit

• within 8 weeks 50% refund

• anything less there is no refund unfortunately

• your €800 can be transferred to another training date

To protect against any loss we recommend you obtain related insurance cover.

You will receive a confirmation email from us (please check spam in the case you can’t find it)

Then shortly after we will continue to send updates with more information and create a group chat closer to the date.

You will also receive an email with links to your student hub and your password.

Book your flight to Palma Airport (PMI).

You will need to get a taxi from Palma Airport to the villa on day of arrival if you are not able to get our free transfer (usually around 4:30pm on check in day). The free transfer info will be communicated via email and whatsapp

You will be sent the exact location of the venue 1 week prior in your Welcome email, with clear instructions.

Check in at villa 5pm on the training start date

If your flight arrives earlier, we suggest you find a lovely cafe in the center of town to enjoy. It is not possible to drop off your bags or come earlier sorry. We begin with a lovely welcome dinner at 7pm

Check out of villa 10am on training end date

On the final day, there are no lessons and you have the morning to leisurely pack up and connect with your new cheffie friends! Most students have made plans together to explore or ride share to airport.

You only need to organise yourself, personal belongings, beach towel, passport, visa and clothes. A packing list is available on the student hub.

You DO NOT need to bring any knives or kitchen equipment (unless you wish to do so), everything for training is supplied.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included in the price.

All ingredients we cook with during lessons are included in the price.

These meals will mostly be created during lessons with instructors, otherwise supplied by us (prepared earlier).

If you book and you have dietaries we need to cater for, we can ABSOLUTELY do that. please just let us know ahead of time.

We offer an additional service for those who require ongoing support, including help with recruitment, interview prep, and connecting you with industry insiders to land your first job.

The Caribbean season that we provide recruitment support with begins in October each year however you will start applying and working through the admin process from as early as June.

We can also talk about any other career pathways with you.

No culinary certifications are required to become a yacht chef. However, you must obtain an STCW and medical certificates. Read about STCW here and ideally have completed it before you commence a&a training.

Foundational Yacht Chef Training
2 Weeks || Villa & Yacht based || €4695 - All-Inclusive

Advanced Yacht Chef Training
1 Week || Villa based || €3295 - All-Inclusive

Our payment plan option starts with an €800 deposit then each consecutive month a direct debit is taken from your card you signed up with. usually the payment plan is 5 instalments.

It could take 2 weeks to 3 months, but don’t worry the whole process can happen virtually. Thanks to our industry connections and career guidance, you don’t need to spend thousands waiting around in a yachting hub.

For example in the BVI work permits or visas processes require some time and planning.

RECOMMENDED: Have all your documents ready. More often than not we have jobs waiting for you but students don’t have all the necessary documents we covered on training updated.

Our Foundational Training is the perfect opportunity to experience what the industry is like before fully committing. If you have doubts, schedule a call with us to discuss your goals and questions!