Stew Cues: Network of contacts key to job hunting
Stew Cues: by Alene Keenan The job market is slow this time of year, especially for new crew. Many boats are still in the Caribbean, but as they return to the …
Alene Keenan
Alene Keenan has been a megayacht stew for more than 20 years. She teaches at MPT in Ft. Lauderdale and offers interior crew training through her company, Yacht Stew Solutions (www.yachtstewsolutions.com). Download her book, The Yacht Service Bible: The Service Manual for Every Yacht, on her site or amazon.com.Author Archives
Stew Cues: Order of precedence crucial to fine table service
Stew Cues: by Alene Keenan In a recent article, I talked about where to begin service once the guests are at the table. Another important bit of knowledge for …
Stew Cues: Table seating, service order dictated by varying factors
Stew Cues: by Alene Keenan Some of the most frequently asked questions I get regarding mealtimes are how to seat the guests at the table and where to begin …
Stew Cues: Keep New Year’s resolutions on track
Stew Cues: by Alene Keenan Welcome to month two of the new year. On the last day of 2018, when spirits were bright, life seemed full of possibilities and New …
Stew Cues: Advance service skills with detailed knowledge of menus
Stew Cues: by Alene Keenan Learning is one of the most important activities of your life. Most stews reach a point where they want to learn more sophisticated …
Stew Cues: Priceless collectibles on board require special care
Stew Cues: by Alene Keenan People collect things. People on yachts gather expensive things, and we take care of them. Porcelain, ceramics and art glass are …
Stew Cues: Mistakes in carpet care drive owners crazy
Stew Cues: by Alene Kennan The interior spaces of yachts are designed to be as comfortable as an owner’s or guest’s home. The furniture, textiles and …
Stew Cues: First challenge is to craft a catchy CV, resume
Stew Cues: by Alene Keenan As a newbie yachtie, the CV/resume is one of the first obstacles to conquer. It is a tool to communicate personal and professional …
Stew Cues: The Continental divide at the dining table is drawn on a ‘zigzag’
Stew Cues: by Alene Keenan When I have had the pleasure of having a meal with the crew while training on board a yacht, I often find non-U.S. crew staring at …
Stew Cues: Silver service protocol depends on preferences
Stew Cues: by Alene Keenan Stews frequently ask what is the correct way to perform silver service. There is more than one proper way to serve, whether from the …
