DECKHAND / STEWARDESS: Madison MERMOUD
French
STCW - – CMP/ Deckhand certificate
Language: French, Spanish & English
Originally from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc in the French Alps, Madison grew up surrounded by nature and wide open spaces.
As a former high-level athlete, she has a passion for outdoor activities, particularly skiing, climbing, horseback riding, motorcycle travel, and spearfishing.
Independent and curious by nature, Madison has spent much of her life traveling solo, driven by a desire to discover new horizons and build genuine connections along the way.
Discreet, attentive, and caring, she values simple and sincere relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
After several years working in service-oriented roles, she joined the yachting industry as a deckhand and stewardess, where she can combine her hospitality skills, attention to detail, and long-standing connection to the sea.
Madison is dedicated to creating a warm, elegant, and relaxed atmosphere on board, continuing to enrich her skills with every experience and guest she welcomes.

CHEF: Joanna BELLON
French,
STCW, HACCP
Languages: French, English
Joanna approaches the galley with a genuine desire to make people happy. She believes that food should be comforting and uplifting, combining her natural generosity with a focused, calm presence on board. Having spent several seasons working on charter and private yachts, she knows exactly how to manage a galley smoothly while keeping the guest experience truly personal.
Before dedicating herself to life at sea, Joanna studied communication and the arts. She earned her initial degree in Arts and Entertainment and went on to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in Photography. That artistic training fundamentally shapes her cooking today; she treats every plate like a canvas, bringing an incredible eye for color, placement, and detail to her presentation.
Throughout her career as a private yacht chef, Joanna has worked across a wide variety of vessels, proving her adaptability in dynamic maritime environments across numerous yachts, including S/Y Taj, M/Y Nirvana, S/Y Ciliam, and M/Y Pumpkin.
Joanna works with fresh, seasonal products, prioritizing vibrant flavors and high-quality ingredients to create customized menus based on her clients' preferences and dietary needs. Her unique style beautifully blends the warmth of Provençal cooking with the bold, aromatic flavors of Southeast Asia—a direct reflection of her roots and her love of travel. She offers a diverse range of specialities, from refined French and Mediterranean dishes to health-conscious cuisine and authentic Asian concepts.