Courses Dates
2026 Courses
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2027 Courses
Croatia
14 - 22 May 2027
Croatia
21 - 29 May 2027
Greece
4 - 12 June 2027
Why We Sell Out Every Season
Direct Employment: We provide a near-guaranteed path into active yachting roles. ~90% pass rate.
The Network Effect: You join a lifelong community of professionals.
Proven Success: Our courses are the industry gold standard for rapid career entry.
Turn Your Passion for Cooking & Hosting into a Yachting Career!
Do you love cooking and creating unforgettable experiences for others?
Join us and take your skills to the next level as you learn to host for a flotilla crew while living and working on yachts. Be part of an international team, meet new friends from around the world, and gain experience in the yachting industry.
- Work on sailing yachts from 40-60ft
- Earn weekly pay
- All living expenses covered while working
- Travel, work, and create lifelong memories
The role of a host
As a host, you are the heart and soul of your guests’ unforgettable journey onboard. Your unwavering commitment to providing a once-in-a-lifetime experience starts from the moment they step on board until their departure.
You will take charge of serving and cooking delicious meals, ensuring the galley is always in order, providing guidance and support, and working alongside the skipper to make sure everything runs smoothly. In addition, you will be responsible for keeping the vibes high, and keeping your guests informed of all the exciting experiences that await them.
Think of yourself as your guests’ new best friend, ready to go above and beyond to provide them with the ultimate vacation experience. You will need to learn how to make your guests feel comfortable and relaxed, as nobody wants a stranger intruding on their holiday.
A normal day as a host
- 07:00 - Wake up bright and early to make breakfast for your guests
- 09:00 - Clean up after breakfast and help your skipper to get the yacht ready for the day
- 11:00 - Start preparing lunch while your guests are exploring the islands
- 13:00 - Serve lunch and get the yacht ready for sailing
- 14:00 - Quick swim stop in a natural bay
- 16:00 - Help your skipper moor the yacht for the night
- 19:00 - Dinner with guests at a restaurant or onboard
- 22:00 - Join exclusive parties in world class venues with your guests and other skippers and hosts on the water.
Host Academy.
All of our hosts must complete our one-week Host Academy. Those who successfully pass will be offered assignments with Quarterdeck and its clients, based on availability, performance, and demand. The number of weeks assigned will depend on your schedule, skills, and the availability of charters.
What's Included
- A week of sailing in Croatia
- Accommodation onboard the course yacht
- Food and non-alcoholic drinks onboard
- Expert tuition from professional instructors
Additional Costs
- Travel to Split, Croatia or Athens, Greece
- Transfer to the marina
- First night accommodation and food (Friday)
- One meal ashore mid week