Yacht Hospitality Professional with Leadership Experience
Resume:
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STACY HEAP
Miami Beach, Florida
M/Y ANNIVERSARI 95’ Princess
CHIEF STEW Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 Bahamas/New England
• Outfitted and organized all interior purchases for a brand-new 2024 custom-built Princess yacht
• Represented the owners during showings of the vessel and guest walkthroughs
• Planned and led two major “Princess Party” owner events in Harbour Island and Block Island
• Oversaw a busy summer season with frequent family trips and events
• Managed a 2.5-month guest-intensive period, including a two-week Passover trip in the Bahamas with 5 children under 5 handling all childcare activities and safety
• Maintained exceptional service and organization during back-to-back trips and seasonal transitions into shipyard maintenance
M/Y ESCAPE 115’ Hatteras
CHIEF STEW Dec 2021 - Oct 2023 Florida/Bahamas
• Employed by Owner of Ocean Club Marina in Cape Canaveral
• Responsible for all interior operations
• Worked effectively with close-knit crew to offer high level guest services
• Completed month-long summer trips with Owners and guests
• Coordinated parties for shuttle launches with up to 25 guests
• Assisted exterior team with lines and fenders and tender towing M/Y SUNCHASTERS 142’
CHIEF STEW (TEMP) Mar 17 - Apr 1, 2022 Bahamas - 10 Guest Trip M/Y JULIANNE 118’
Feb 20 - Mar 16, 2022 Refit Period
• Worked with interior designer and yacht management company to prepare for charters including dishes, bedding, liquor, etc.
• Executed Owner’s party and handled provisioning and service for 20 guests M/Y ESCAPE 120’
SOLO STEW Dec 10, 2021 - Feb 1, 2022 Bahamas/Albany - 2 Owner Trip M/Y ESTANCIA 120’
SOLO STEW Nov 2021 Harbor Island - 2 Week Owner’s Trip M/Y LIQUID ASSETS 76’ Azimut
STEW/MATE Oct 5 - 20, 2021 Boston to Maine - Owner’s Trip CHIEF STEWARDESS
OBJECTIVE
Professional Flight Attendant, Luxury Yacht Stewardess and Bar Manager seeking a long-term position as a Solo, Second or Chief Stewardess onboard a luxury yacht. My background includes extensive service for high-profile, international clientele. Highly proficient in organization, communication and service skills. I place emphasis on providing a multicultural, personalized approach to making every experience unique, specialized and memorable for Owners and guests. I am eager to join a professional crew and continue to learn and grow within the industry. PERSONAL
American: Current US Passport
Full Drivers License
Excellent Health Non Smoker
Fully Vaccinated
Fluent English, Basic Italian
STCW 95 ENG 1 CRP QUALFIED ADV PADI DIVER
AED & FIRST AID FRONT OF HOUSE SERVER COURSE
WINE TASTING COURSE RED WINE TASTING & FOOD PAIRING PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Experienced Chief Stewardess with 12+
years in the yachting industry onboard
various sizes and types of vessels and
programs.
Establishes and maintains long-term
professional relationships, including
multiple repeat clients for 5-10+ years.
Proven ability to execute high-level
services for Owners and guests,
including celebrities and HNWIs, as
well as catering to the needs of children
and pets.
Confident onboarding, training, and
managing interior crew and operations.
Strong hospitality background
coordinating all aspects of events and
parties for 10-50 guests, including
elaborate themed decor, menus, and
curated details.
Maintains accurate, up to date
inventories, handles provisioning, and
furnishes detailed reports.
M/Y SUP 120’
CHIEF/SOLO STEW Jul 20 - Sep 3, 2021 Florida/Bahamas - Owner’s Trip M/Y GOING GAULT 104’ Choy Lee
CHIEF STEW/COOK Apr 2020 - May 2021
• Worked consistently with Owner/Captain since 2012
• Executed parties for 30 guests onboard yacht and at estate
• In charge of maintaining yacht interior and handling provisioning
• Ensured adherence to very strict safety and Covid-19 protocols M/Y OMNI SEA 112’ Westport
CHIEF STEW Apr - Oct 2019 Florida/Maine - Guest Trip & Vessel Sale ATLAS AIRLINE - MIAMI DOLPHINS
CATERING REP ON 747 Aug 2019 - Feb 2020
• Travelled to away games and handled facilitating with Crew, Nutritionists and Catering Kitchens
SUNARK 120’ Jet Drive
CHIEF STEW Apr - Oct 2018 Florida/New York/Virginia M/Y VAHALLA 130’ Westport
2ND STEW Jul 2017 One Month Owner’s Trip
M/Y IV TRANQUILLITY 105’ Lazarra
SOLE STEW/COOK 2014 - 2017
• Spent 3 years working onboard vessel with 4 different Owners
• Coordinated business trip with 35 guests, including catering services
• Executed silver service dinners, day trips, and parties for Owner, family, politicians, and Jungle Island Owners
M/Y JOPAJU now AVYACHTS 112’ Westport
SOLE STEW 2014 - 2017
M/Y PERSISTENCE 105’ Sunseeker
STEW 2015 - 2017
M/Y LADY NELLY 84’ Ferretti
CHIEF/SOLE STEW (FREELANCE) Feb 2015 - Sep 2017
• Feb - Sep 2017 40 days of freelance work.
• Jul 2015 Six day local trip taking of business guests. Food and drink service while they had meetings in Miami.
• 8-22 Feb 2015 Various dinners on day cruises. Family of 35 guests at Fontainebleau, came to the yacht for events.
M/Y MARLENA 105’ Jim Smith Fishing Yacht
STEW 2013 - 2017 Florida/New York
M/Y OASIS 112’ Westport
CHIEF STEW 2016 Bahamas
M/Y BESS TIMES 112’ Westport
CHIEF/SOLE STEW (FREELANCE) Jan 2014 - Aug 2015 5+ Year Client FREELANCE WORK VARIOUS VESSELS
MATE & STEW 2013 - Present
• M/Y Plan B 76’ Sunseeker M/Y Carpe Diem 2017 Azimut M/Y Divas Del Mar 84’ Lazarra M/Y Christina 100’ Hatteras M/Y Exocitica 89’ Feretti M/Y BG3 76’ Azimut M/Y Diva NCIS 76’ M/Y All Good 80’ Azimut M/Y Kai 130’ Benetti M/Y CV9 130’ Delta
ADDITIONAL YACHTING & AVIATION POSITIONS
AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
CRAF Aerial Award Medal & Recognition
Operation Iraqi Freedom, 2003
Meritorious Achievement Certificate in
Recognition of Support for Services
Desert Shield / Storm, 1991
MILITARY AWARDS
Principal Schedule Keeping
Interior Cleaning/Maintenance
Schedules
Interior Detailing
Crew Management
Crew Scheduling
Owner Travel & Pre-Arrival Checklist
Itinerary Creation & Travel Planning
Provisioning
Project Management/Scheduling
Yard/Refit Experience
Event Planning & Organization
Childcare & Activities
Correspondence & Communication
Vendor Relations
SKILL SETS
EDUCATION
BA Communications & Marketing
Eastern Michigan University
Graduated Cum Laude
YACHT OWNERS
Julienne Patterson
Owner M/Y Omni Sea
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Jeff Fifle
Owner M/Y Sea Loafers
CAPTAINS
Captain David Erickson
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Captain David Burns
M/Y Sunchasers
Captain Janet
M/Y Liquid Assets
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Captain Paul Cavaughnagh
M/Y Sunark
Captain Scott Friereson
M/Y Going Gault (Known for 5+ years)
Captain Mel Matherne
M/Y Marlena & Oasis (Known for 4+ years)
Captain Victor Boliver
M/Y Lady Nelly (Known for 5+ years)
Captain Justin Lowd
M/Y Carpe Diem (Known for 6+ years)
STACY HEAP
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