Captain: Jake Todd

Jake is an experienced yachtsman, with an impressive sailing record having covered over 40000nm with 4 Atlantic crossings, dozens of Med crossings and plenty of yachting around the south coast of England. He started his sailing journey from a small island off of the south coast of the UK own called Hayling island. Jake starting dinghy sailing at 9 where he quickly progressed through the ranks to national junior champion and eventually representing GBR in many world champion events at youth level.
Over his 10 year career in yachting he has been working in the superyacht sector on racing yachts and high performance carbon yachts. His previous job as a 1st mate on a 148ft carbon yacht and 2 seasons on Adagio gave him vast experience in all types of conditions, environments and locations. His studies in the yachting industry has merited him with his Officer of the watch 3000gt which qualifies him to be an officer on yachts over 80m/262ft. Jake brings a wealth of experience, unwavering dedication and a genuine love for the sea. He guarantees a safe and memorable sailing experience for all that embark on his voyages.



Caitlin is a foodie. She loves making food and has an unrelenting desire to please people with it. She too has been working in the superyacht industry for over 8 years, spanning across the globe on a variety of different yachts. She too has completed 3 Atlantic crossing on sailing and motor yachts, with many thousands of miles under her belt.
Caitlin’s journey took an exciting turn when she had the opportunity to work under 2 incredible Italian chefs which filled her culinary arsenal with a touch of elegance and sophistication. Their mentorship helped shape her creativity and push her talents to another level. She was born in South Africa where she was raised by a family who loves a traditional “braai”. Her mother being Mauritian and her father from South Africa she, from a young age was surrounded by different cuisines and cultures. Besides her culinary skills she is irresistibly drawn to the sea and finds solace and inspiration from its depths. Cheffing is her passion so perusing it as a long term career seems to be the only option. Caitlin brings a desire to provide exquisite meals against the back drop of the beautiful Caribbean Sea.

Charne found her for nature in her South African upbringing. introduced to diving by her partner, Charne dove headfirst into the wonders of the ocean. Working at a dive resort in Sodwana Bay, she immersed herself in daily dives, cultivating a passion that propelled her towards the path of becoming a Dive Master soon. Beyond the depths, Charne's upbringing in South Africa, a country with an extremely diverse culinary culture, her culinary enthusiasm blossomed from a young age, evolving into a profound love of cooking and baking. Her experimentation with diverse cuisines became a cherished pastime, enriching her life with the joy of culinary discovery.


Captain Jake Todd

Qualifications
MCA OOW 3000gt
MCA AEC 1
RYA Yacht Master Ocean Theory
RYA Yacht Master Offshore Theory and Practical
RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance
PADI DIve Master
Power Boat level ll
RYA PWC Proficiency
RYA Small Craft Radar
RYA Dinghy Instructor
RYA Race Coach level ll


Chef/First Mate Caitlin Willows

Qualifications

RYA Powerboat Level II
PYA Guest level 1 Course
All service styles
Floristry and table presentation
Cocktails and mixology
Wine and food pairing, basic wine knowledge
CTH Level 2 Award in Culinary Arts,
Ashburton Culinary School
Mastery of professional kitchen practices
Premium cakes, biscuits and breads
Pastries and pasta
Butchery and preparation of fish, meat and poultry
Sushi and Asian cuisine
CIEH Food Safety Level ll
PADI Dive Master


Charne DeWitt Stewardess

. STCW
. ENG 1
. Level 2 Food Safety and Hygeine
. Elementary Seamanship
. RYA Day Skipper
. RYA SRC VHF
. SYCA Chef Certificate
. PADI Rescue Diver
. Hostess/Stewardess Training
. CargoWise Professional