Chief Steward/ess

Superyacht Interior · €3,100 – €10,000 a month

What does a Chief Steward/ess do?

A Chief Steward/ess on a superyacht typically earns €3,100 to €10,000 a month, depending on the size of the yacht. Training for this step includes Advanced Interior and Destination Management, on top of the basics such as an ENG1 medical and Basic Safety Training.

A Chief Steward/ess heads up the interior team and is responsible for managing the interior maintenance of the yacht and ensuring the guests consistently receive the first-class service. This role oversees everything from polishing to flower arrangements and reports directly back to the Captain. This role requires at least three of experience.

Skills you'll need

Chief Steward/ess salary by yacht size

Yacht length Monthly salary (EUR) Monthly salary (USD)
20 - 40 m (70 - 130 ft) €3 100 – €4 800 $3 700 – $5 700
40 - 50 m (130 - 165 ft) €4 100 – €5 900 $4 900 – $7 100
50 - 60 m (165 - 200 ft) €4 900 – €6 700 $5 900 – $8 000
60 - 70 m (200 - 230 ft) €6 000 – €7 500 $7 300 – $9 100
70 - 80 m (230 - 265 ft) €6 800 – €7 800 $8 200 – $9 400
80 - 90 m (265 - 295 ft) €6 800 – €9 200 $8 200 – $11 000
90 - 100 m (295 - 330 ft) €6 900 – €9 500 $8 300 – $11 500
100 m+ (330 Ft +) €6 900 – €10 000 $8 300 – $12 100

Typical monthly ranges. Pay varies with experience, the yacht's programme and whether it's private or charter.

How to become a Chief Steward/ess

These are the courses and certificates on the Interior career path up to this role.

  1. Medical Fitness Certificate · find an ENG1 doctor near you
  2. Basic Safety Training · 30 training providers with upcoming dates
  3. Proficiency in Designated Security Duties · 8 training providers with upcoming dates
  4. Advanced Interior and Destination Management · 1 training provider with upcoming dates

Career path