Courses & Training
Industry specific training
Develop your skills
Registered candidates will be eligible to apply for specialist courses, to help develop and expand their knowledge of the private service industry.
We can arrange group, or 1-1 training, covering a variety of subjects that will enhance your skill-set.
These include an introduction to superyachts, butler & valet skills, wine & spirit training (by a WSET certified instructor) and private PA training for those looking to take on a new role as a private assistant. Wine & Spirit training can be arranged on a virtual basis if required (worldwide delivery of the tasting list will be arranged for you).
These courses run for 1-3 days and can be an excellent way for candidates to expand their repertoire of skills.
An Introduction to Superyachts (Service)
2 - 3 DAY COURSEThis course would suit those looking to begin a career as Interior Yacht Crew. Superyacht Crew hierarchy & responsibilities Service & pantry organisation Service styles: Butler, American, Russian, French, Silver & Buffet service Table settings Table plan & menu cards Table etiquette Communicating with the galley & the importance of menu knowledge Wine, champagne & beverage service Food & wine matching Cigar & aperitif service Room & tray service Basic floral design & ordering Communication & problem-solving
Essential Butler & Valet Skills
1 - 5 DAY COURSE An all encompassing introduction to Butler & Valet skills.Etiquette and meet & greet Valeting services- inc suit and shirt pressing, shoe & leather care Maintenance of glassware, fine china, silverware & table linens Care of fabrics & linen Laying of a table Cocktail & canapé service Table service: Butler, American, Russian, French, Silver & Buffet service Private Household staff hierarchy & management guide Additional training in wine pairing, mixology, barista skills, cigars & floristry can also be tailored into your bespoke training plan. Courses are conducted in English, however, a translator is welcome to join any student attending a 1-1 course.
Bespoke Wine & Spirit Training
1 - 5 DAY COURSE Suitable for Private Household Staff & Yacht CrewBespoke tasting lists including new & old world wines Wine, fortified wine, sake & spirit characteristics Champagne & sparkling wine training How to store fine wines & how to identify a corked wine How to decant red wine & port Ideal serving temperatures for red, white & sparkling wines Food & wine pairing Whisky tasting featuring selected Scottish, Irish & US distilleries Courses are hosted by tutors trained by the WSET and can be tailored to beginner, intermediate and advanced level students. Training can be arranged at your home, workplace, yacht or virtually. Tasting notes and course materials provided for continued study.
Private PA Training
1-3 DAY COURSE Suitable for Private Staff or Yacht Crew looking to take on a Private PA role.Diary management Reservations & itineraries Restaurant & leisure bookings Basic household admin & household staff rotas Booking flights, commercial & private aviation Personal shopping & gift sourcing Managing a budget Visa applications Virtual support advice Travelling with your clients Packing suitcases & creating packing lists Wardrobe inventories & cataloguing Expenses & excel templates
How to book
To secure a place on a course, advanced booking is required. Please get in touch for details and a quote.
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