Flotilla Host - Summer Mediterranean

About the role

Sunsail runs sailing holidays in the Mediterranean, offering flotilla charters and courses for adults and families. It is recruiting flotilla hosts based in Greece and Croatia for the summer, on full seasonal roles of one or two weeks. Following successful summer placements, winter opportunities may be available. The host and their lead boat team are the face of the company, working flexible hours to operational needs.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of all clients throughout the trip and be the first point of call for general client problems
• Give a full first-day briefing to the flotilla and daily briefings covering local information, attractions and facilities
• Prepare the yacht on turnaround days, including laundry packs, starter packs and on-board cleaning
• Greet clients, assist with boarding and give individual welcome briefs
• Coordinate group meals, welcome parties, competitions, local tours and other social events
• Make and buy prizes for prize-giving at the end of each flotilla
• Manage flotilla budgets and run regular inventory checks of domestic and safety equipment
• Handle paperwork with clients and keep the lead boat clean and well presented
• Support the skipper and technician with guest care, and help with fleet re-fit/lay-up at start and end of season

Required profile

• Yacht sailing experience (RYA Day Skipper/Proficient Crew or equivalent desired)
• Customer-facing experience and experience coordinating events for large groups
• Social, positive, level-headed and able to solve problems independently
• Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines
• First aid certificate is desirable

What we offer

• Competitive industry-standard salary
• Accommodation and return flights from your home country to the base
• Uniform and travel insurance
• Staff deals on yacht holidays and global career opportunities
• Sponsorship opportunities for top-performing team members