Steward/ess or 2nd Stew

Superyacht Interior · €2,500 – €8,300 a month

What does a Steward/ess or 2nd Stew do?

A Steward/ess or 2nd Stew on a superyacht typically earns €2,500 to €8,300 a month, depending on the size of the yacht. Training for this step includes Interior Administrations, Advanced bartending and Mixology 1 and Advanced Valet Service, on top of the basics such as an ENG1 medical and Basic Safety Training.

A yacht steward/ess role is to deliver exceptional service to the owners and guests on board while keeping the inside of the yacht immaculate. Working under the guidance of the Chief Stew, a yacht steward/ess looks after every need of the guests onboard. This role requires typically two years of experience with other land experience.

Skills you'll need

Steward/ess or 2nd Stew salary by yacht size

Yacht length Monthly salary (EUR) Monthly salary (USD)
20 - 40 m (70 - 130 ft) €2 500 – €3 500 $ 3 000 – $3 900
40 - 50 m (130 - 165 ft) €3 500 – €4 000 $4 200 – $4 900
50 - 60 m (165 - 200 ft) €4 000 – €4 500 $4 900 – $5 500
60 - 70 m (200 - 230 ft) €4 000 – €5 500 $4 900 – $6 700
80 - 90 m (230 - 265 ft) €5 000 – €6 500 $6 100 – $7 900
70 - 80 m (230 - 265 ft) €4 500 – €6 000 $5 500 – $7 300
90 - 100 m (295 - 330 ft) €5 500 – €7 500 $6 700 – $9 100
100 m+ (330 Ft +) €6 200 – €8 300 $7 500 – $10 100

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

How to become a Steward/ess or 2nd Stew

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. Interior Administrations · 3 training providers with upcoming dates
  5. Advanced bartending and Mixology 1 · 1 training provider with upcoming dates
  6. Advanced Valet Service · 2 training providers with upcoming dates

Career path