HATT MILL

Name: Odette Botherson
Nationality: Australian
Position: Stewardess
Position details: Stewadess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Odette is a professional stewardess with experience across guest service, housekeeping, and onboard event support. She has also worked in high-volume hospitality and corporate client-facing environments, which has strengthened her communication skills, efficiency, and attention to detail.
Charter-focused and guest-oriented, she consistently delivers a high standard of service with a calm, organised approach, ensuring immaculate presentation of interior spaces and smooth day-to-day operations. Adaptable and discreet, she integrates easily into dynamic charter environments and contributes to a polished, welcoming onboard experience for guests.

Name: Ivan Petkov
Nationality: Bulgarian
Position: Chief engineer
Position details: Chief engineer on Hatt Mill
Languages: Not specified
Description: In the Yachting Industry since 2001, Ivan is a highly experienced Chief Engineer. He is licensed and dedicated to maintaining high standards on board, ensuring a pleasant stay for guests. Ivan is keen, motivated, organized, and always ready to assist his crew.

Name: Joshua Tan
Nationality: French
Position: Deckhand
Position details: Deckhand
Languages: Not specified
Description: Joshua has been a committed professional in the yachting industry since 2020. With extensive experience serving as a deckhand across seven different yachts, he brings a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a passion for seamless guest experiences on board. Joshua’s dedication to safety, maintenance, and teamwork makes him a valued member of any crew.

Name: Yanko Dimitrov
Nationality: Bulgarian
Position: Captain
Position details: Captain
Languages: Not specified
Description: Yanko is a dedicated captain with 25 years of experience. His amiable and enthusiastic leadership has fostered an efficient and meticulous team, earning him the respect of his crew.
With 20 years onboard charter yachts, including 12 as Captain, Yanko excels in yacht operations and maintenance. His hands-on approach and engineering expertise ensure top-notch yacht conditions, consistently delivering exceptional charter experiences, as evidenced by numerous outstanding reviews.
Captain Yanko promisses excellence, reliability, and professionalism in every charter.

Name: Chaz Rudman
Nationality: South African
Position: Engineer
Position details: Engineer / deckhand
Languages: Not specified
Description: Chaz has been operating as a deckhand in the yachting industry since 2023. Passionate about maritime operations and committed to safety, he has experience on two yachts before joining HATT MILL. Dynamic and attentive, Chaz ensures smooth charters and happy guests.

Name: Boris Georgiev
Nationality: Bulgarian
Position: First Officer
Position details: First officer
Languages: Not specified
Description: Boris joined the yachting industry in 2011 and has since built an impressive career working on yachts ranging from 57m to 115m. With over a decade of experience, he brings a high level of professionalism and expertise to every aspect of his role. Skilled in navigation, vessel operations, and safety management, Boris also has a thorough understanding of international maritime
regulations. As First Officer, he is a key figure on board, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations while maintaining the highest standards of safety and
efficiency.

Name: Elijah Watt
Nationality: South African
Position: Deckhand
Position details: Deckhand
Languages: Not specified
Description: Elijah is known for his great energy and consistently positive attitude. Reliable and hardworking, he brings a strong work ethic on deck while keeping morale high among the crew. His upbeat presence and can-do mindset make him a valuable part of the team, especially in fast-paced charter environments.

Name: Errol Defoe
Nationality: British
Position: Chef
Position details: Chef
Languages: Not specified
Description: With an impressive career spanning Michelin-starred restaurants, luxury hotels, private residences, and over a decade in the superyacht industry, Chef Errol brings an exceptional level of expertise, creativity, and professionalism to every galley.
His diverse culinary repertoire includes Mediterranean, Modern European, Classic French and British cuisine, Italian, Caribbean, Asian, and sushi, while his strong pastry and butchery skills allow him to produce refined, well-rounded menus tailored to every occasion.
Passionate about nutrition and dietary requirements, Errol is equally comfortable creating exceptional vegan, vegetarian, paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free, halal, and kosher

Name: Liberty Sincock
Nationality: British
Position: Stewardess
Position details: Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Liberty is an energetic and adaptable stewardess with a strong background in hospitality, marine operations, and guest service. Experienced in both interior and deck support, she thrives in fast-paced environments and takes pride in delivering attentive, high-quality service while maintaining a positive and professional attitude. Passionate about yachting and teamwork, she is eager to continue growing within the industry with the long-term goal of progressing into a Chief Stewardess or Stew/Deck role.

Name: Michelle (Shelly) De Faria
Nationality: Portuguese
Position: Chief steward/ess
Position details: Chief stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: With 7 years of experience in the yachting industry, Michelle has successfully completed seasons on two different yachts before joining HATT MILL. She brings a wealth of expertise in managing itineraries, coordinating activities, arranging restaurant bookings, and organizing unforgettable special occasions on board.
Michelle’s dedication and attention to detail ensure that every guest feels cared for and enjoys a truly exceptional experience. Her passion is making guests happy, creating seamless and memorable moments throughout their charter.