WILLIAMSames

Head Chef  ·  Superyacht  ·  Available June 2026
William Sames
+44 7703 767585
william.jasames@gmail.com
British · B1/B2 Visa · DOB 10 Apr 1998
Non-Smoker · Excellent Health

"Currently seeking a rotational Head Chef position aboard an 80m+ private or chartered vessel. Seven years cooking for guests at sea and in luxury hotels & fine dining restaurants — adaptable, provisioning-savvy, and at home in both Med and Caribbean."

80m+ Experience Rotational Dual Season STCW Certified B1/B2 Visa
00Introduction
01CV & Core Documents
Primary Document
Head Chef CV
Full career history, maritime qualifications, culinary expertise and references overview.
Current · 2026
Medical
ENG 1 Medical Certificate
Seafarer Medical Certificate. Issued 19 Mar 2026. Worldwide validity. Dr. Deketh & Associates, St. Maarten.
Valid · Exp Mar 2028
Identity
UK Passport & B1/B2 Visa
British Citizen. Valid to August 2030. US B1/B2 Visa valid to October 2033, annotated "May Travel as Private Yacht Crew".
Available on request
Culinary Qualification
Food Hygiene Level 3
Advanced food safety & hygiene. Covers HACCP, allergen management and food safety law.
Available on request
02Letters of Reference
Gavin Wright
Captain · M/Y Chopi Chopi
"William not only met this standard — he elevated it… His ability to produce outstanding food in the most difficult of circumstances became something the entire crew came to rely upon."
+44 7735 818673 · captain@chopichopi.com
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Richard Hodgson
Captain · M/Y Chopi Chopi
"William has been a well-organized, well presented and motivated crew member. He provides a huge selection of well balanced and healthy food, takes pride in his work and is always keen to experiment with recipes and products."
captain@chopichopi.com · +44 7775 868985
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Edward-Lee Wilson
Head Chef · M/Y Chopi Chopi
"He is clean, tidy, and loves to organise… He acted Head Chef for a two-week trip whilst I was away, looking after a full boat and crew — a true testament as to where Will is heading."
leeyork100@yahoo.co.uk
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Matthew Bramley
Executive Chef · Homewood Hotel & Spa (2 Rosettes)
"His excellent palate and passion for always delivering excellence… cannot be taught. He ensured those working under him strived for the same goal."
Bramley.m@millfieldschool.com · 01458 444567
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Ross Harper
Chef Consultant · Lime Recruit, Bath
"A real foodie with a good palate and eye for detail… I could send him anywhere and I'd be comfortable knowing he'll do a good job. I would take him on again in a second."
Ross@limerecruit.co.uk · 01225 614820
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03Maritime Certifications
STCW 2010
Basic Safety Training
Elementary First Aid, Personal Survival, Security Awareness, Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities. Bristol Maritime Academy.
MCA Approved · Issued Feb 2022
STCW VI/1
Fire Prevention & Fighting
South West Maritime Academy. STCW 95 Reg VI/1 para 2.1.2. MCA Approved No. 4960.
Issued Feb 2022
STCW VI/6
Designated Security Duties
STCW.online / ECMT. Issued 10 Mar 2024. No expiry. Certificate ID: 4587-063c.
Issued Mar 2024
STCW V/2
Crowd Management
Passenger Ship Safety & Crowd Management. STCW.online / ECMT. Issued 10 Mar 2024. Exp 10 Mar 2029.
Valid · Exp Mar 2029
04Qualifications Summary
STCW 95 + 2010
Bristol Maritime Academy
Valid
Fire Prevention & Fighting
SW Maritime Academy · MCA 4960
Valid
Designated Security Duties
STCW.online / ECMT · Mar 2024
Valid
Crowd Management
STCW.online / ECMT · Exp Mar 2029
Valid
ENG 1 Medical
Dr. Deketh & Associates · Exp Mar 2028
Valid
Food Hygiene Level 3
Culinary certification
Valid
Ships Cook Certified
Maritime qualification
Valid
RYA PDSD · RYA VHF · Powerboat L2
RYA certifications
Valid
05Portfolio — Food Photography

A selection of dishes produced aboard M/Y Chopi Chopi.

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