Stewardess course
in Cape Town
Are you looking for high-quality stewardess courses to launch a lucrative career in the superyacht industry? Our comprehensive Stewardess Course in Cape Town is designed by industry experts to equip you with the essential skills and mandatory international certifications needed to secure your first job on a luxury yacht anywhere in the world.
This course package provides first-hand, current insight into the yachting industry, covering everything from professional guest service to mandatory safety training, making it one of the leading stewardess courses available.
Course Overview
The YOA Stewardess Package combines three essential certifications required for entry-level interior crew.
Detail | Information |
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Main Certifications Obtained | Steward/ess Course Certificate of Completion |
Total Investment | R 20,380.74 (subject to change) |
Total Duration | Approximately 14 - 17 Days (full-time attendance for all components) |
Detailed Course Outline
Our Stewardess Package provides a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical training across three critical components:
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Superyacht Steward/ess Course (Approx. 4-5 Days)
This module focuses on the 5-star hospitality skills required for the interior department.
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Service & Dining: Master silver service, plated service, synchronised service, and buffet setups. Learn mise-en-place and pre-service checklists.
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Interior Housekeeping: Detailed training on cabin preparation, guest turn-down service, bed making, and wardrobe management (packing and unpacking guest luggage)
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Cleaning & Care: Techniques for cleaning and maintaining luxury materials, including marble, fine wood, leather, and polishing silverware. Learn about correct products and detailing guides.
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Laundry Management: Efficient crew and guest laundry procedures, stain removal, and professional ironing techniques for high-end garments and linen.
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Food & Beverage: Barista coffee making, tea service, wine appreciation, basic cocktail preparation, and bar setup.
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Yachting Essentials: Understanding the yacht hierarchy, chain of command, deck-walking advice, CV creation, and interview skills.
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STCW-10 Basic Safety Training (11 Days)
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Personal Survival Techniques (PST): How to survive a vessel abandonment, including using life rafts and immersion suits.
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Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting (FP&FF): Theory of fire prevention and practical use of firefighting equipment in a controlled environment.
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Elementary First Aid (EFA): Basic knowledge and practical skills for providing immediate life-saving first aid on board.
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Personal Safety and Social Responsibility (PSSR): Safe working practices, emergency procedures, and understanding employment conditions at sea.
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Designated security duties (DSD): Learn the essential skills for maintaining security on board, including threat identification, security equipment operation, and emergency procedures.
This mandatory international certification is the minimum legal requirement for working commercially at sea. The course covers four core modules:
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Food Hygiene & Safety Level 2 (1 Day)
Required for any crew member handling food or beverages, this course ensures compliance with international health standards.
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Legal Responsibilities: Understanding food safety law and HACCP principles
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Hazard Control: Identifying and preventing physical, chemical, microbial, and allergenic contamination.
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Safe Practices: Correct procedures for food storage (hot and cold holding), thawing, cooking, and re-heating.
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Personal Hygiene: Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, effective handwashing, and reporting illness.
Yacht Stewardess Salaries & Career Outlook
A career on a superyacht offers a rewarding, tax-free salary with exceptional benefits. By completing our professional stewardess courses, you gain access to a truly international career.
Entry-Level Salaries (Junior Stewardess)
Location/Currency | Base Monthly Salary Range (Entry-Level) | Additional Earnings (Tax-Free) |
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Annual Package Value | All accommodation, food, travel, and health insurance are typically covered by the yacht owner. | Longevity bonuses (often an extra month's salary) are common. |
Worldwide (EUR/USD) | €2,000 to €3,100 per month (Approx. R41,000 – R63,500+) | Tips often range from €500 to €2,500+ per charter |
Career Progression
The stewardess courses you complete are the foundation for a long and progressive career path:
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Junior/3rd Stewardess: Entry-level position, focusing on housekeeping and laundry.
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2nd Stewardess: Mid-level management role, responsible for specific interior areas (e.g., service or laundry) and training junior crew.
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Chief Stewardess: The head of the interior department. Salaries range from €6,000 to €12,000+ per month, often with rotational contracts (e.g., 2 months on, 2 months off).
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Purser/Interior Manager: Senior management role on large yachts, dealing with budgets, guest logistics, and crew administration.
Career Progression & Senior Salaries
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