Araok Araok
Crew
Damien Loiseau
Captain FRENCH
Sail and work experience
Beginning his career as a deckhand in 2013, Damien has built up experience through sailing around the Mediterranean and Caribbean both on charter and delivery yachts. He became a Captain in 2016 and has continued gaining qualifications and expanding his knowledge of yachts and their destinations since. Also interested in photography, rock-climbing and skateboarding, Damien is both charming and professional, offering guests on ARAOK advice where necessary and ensuring a relaxing charter.
Job Description
Damien is responsible for navigation, safety, the overall running and financial management of the vessel, crew and guests. He ensures the safe and efficient operation of the yacht at all times, including compliance with all safety procedures and regulations. He takes care of adhering to flag regulations, port state and local laws and regulations, and manages the crew to ensure adherence to, and a full understanding of, the vessel’s policies. He provides daily leadership for the crew and encourages teamwork, individual growth and personal attention by delegating duties and supervising all crew tasks.
Licences and Qualifications
• RYA Yacht Master Offshore Commercial Endorsement
• Captain 200 GT Qualification
• Level 3 Medical Training
• Marine Engine Driving Licence
• CGO General Radio Operator Licence
• CFBS Basic Safety Training Certificate
• Nautical Initiation Certificate
Languages
French and English
Emilie Richard Deckhand / Hostess FRENCH
Sail and work experience
Emilie began her career in the hotel industry, beginning when she was just 15 and spending 17 years working in hotels in France and Switzerland she is certainly no stranger to hospitality. With her sailing career she was thrown in at the deep end, escorting S/Y Latitude Ocean from France to Brazil. She was soon a captain in training and then skipper on her first boat for charter in 2017. More than 8,000 miles later she finds herself aboard ARAOK. She has experience working with all types of people, young or old, beginner or expert.
Job description
As Responsible for organization, management and cleanliness of all interiors. She maintains an accurate inventory of all service items and supplies. She ensures cleaning and preparation of the vessel to the highest standards prior to any and all guest trips. In charge of vessel provisioning for both guests and crew, and all aspects of daily life. She offers particular attention to detail and a polite and entertaining spirit. Thanks to her sailing capability, she can assist on deck during navigation. She is responsible for the management of the deck as well as any watersports activities.
Education , Licenses & Certificates
• C2000 Sailing (2016)
• BPJEPS Nautical Activities (2015)
• CQP - AMV Sailing (2013)
• BEP - CAP Hotel and Catering (1998)
• Sports Studies - Triathlon
Languages
French and English
Fabrice Dos Santos
Chef FRENCH
Sail and work experience
Fabrice is an exceptional Chef who knows the values of the ARAOK catamaran inside out, thanks to his many years on board as a Chef, since 2020. He is also versatile and will know how to meet the needs of his clients. He specialises in French and Italian cuisine, creating a gourmet and tasty mix, perfect for a cruise under the sun.
Job Description
As the Chef Fabrice is responsible for the crew and guest meals throughout the charter, ensuring that the food is enjoyable, the interior of the yacht is clean and serviceable and that all dietary requirements are met. He is a creative cook, varying his meals to provide variety and according to the location of ARAOK in order to have as much relevance as possible to the country being visited
Licences and Qualifications
• STCW 1
• Food Safety Level 2
• Ecole Française de Cuisine Auguste Escoffier
• CAP/BEP Cuisine
• Mention complémentaire en dessert de restaurant
Languages
French and English