Katinka has over 27 years of experience in the service industry,
working across hotels and restaurants in Germany, Namibia,
and South Africa, and developing strong operational and
interpersonal skills during her time at Palmwag Lodge. She
later studied Exercise Science in Cape Town and worked as
a personal trainer and stunt performer, gaining experience
with high-profile clients and a strong sense of discretion.
Transitioning into yachting, she progressed from stewardess
and cook to Chief Stewardess, building expertise in interior
operations, guest relations, and team coordination. Known
for her professionalism and attention to detail, she delivers
exceptional service while fostering a positive onboard
environment, now bringing her experience to M/Y Come Prima.

Katinka Bohm
Chief steward/ess
Simone Britz was raised on a farm in South Africa’s Cape
Winelands, where she developed a strong work ethic and
love for the outdoors. She has over six years of experience
as a stewardess in the yachting industry, working across the
Mediterranean on both private and charter yachts. Known for
her professionalism, attention to detail, and calm demeanor,
she is a reliable and valued crew member. For the past three
years, she has worked on a private vessel in the United States,
cruising the Bahamas and Caribbean. In her free time, she
enjoys strength training, cooking, and exploring the outdoors.

Simone Britz
2nd stewardess
Growing up at the southern tip of New Zealand, Jade developed
a strong connection to the ocean and life on the water. Over
the past two seasons, she has worked aboard yachts in some of
the most remote cruising grounds, including Western Australia,
New Zealand’s fiords, and the Great Barrier Reef.
Jade is known for her warm, professional approach and takes
pride in creating unforgettable guest experiences.

Jade .
3rd Stewardess
Timo was born in Munich and raised in Cape Town. He has
worked as a deckhand for three seasons and has a strong
passion for the ocean and water sports, with kitesurfing being
his favorite.

Timo Scheffel
Deckhand
Paul is an enthusiastic, motivated, and calm individual with a
strong aptitude for teamwork. Mechanics is his passion, both
personally and professionally. He has been sailing since the age
of six, including match racing on various types of sailing boats.
With over 21 years of experience on both motor yachts and
sailing yachts, he brings a versatile skill set and solid onboard
expertise.

Paul .
Chief engineer
Aimee has six years of hospitality experience across resort
and restaurant environments in New Zealand, with strong
housekeeping and guest service skills. She holds degrees in
Psychology and Marketing and previously ran a dress rental
business, gaining expertise in garment care.
Most recently a Marketing and Communications Advisor at
Deloitte, she delivered high-profile events, developing strong
skills in discretion and working under pressure. She has since
transitioned into the yachting industry, bringing her diverse
experience onboard M/Y Come Prima.

Aimee Bartlett
Junior Stewardess
Christopher James is a dedicated and quick-learning
professional with a strong work ethic. He has studied
photography and yoga, and has shared these skills by offering
courses to guests. With a deep connection to the ocean through
surfing and freediving, he remains calm and composed under
pressure. His long-term goal is to become an Officer of the
Watch (OOW) on a yacht in the Pacific while contributing his
photography and videography expertise onboard.

Christopher James
Deck/Engineer
Passionate and detail-oriented, he approaches every challenge
with rigor and enthusiasm. With 13 years of experience
in the yachting industry, primarily on charter vessels,
including navigation off the beaten track in regions such
as Newfoundland, the Caribbean, and the Bahamas, he has
developed strong leadership, adaptability, and problem-solving
skills essential to delivering exceptional guest service. His
modern management style combines professionalism, clear
communication, and an outgoing personality that builds strong
relationships with guests and crew alike. An active lifestyle—
including golf, motorcycling, water sports, and skiing—has
strengthened his precision, balance, and resilience.

Mathieu Doeslch
Chief Officer
Julien is originally from Brittany, France. His first experience
at sea was serving in the French Navy for two years, which
inspired him to pursue a career as a seafarer.
He began his professional career in the Merchant Navy as
an engineer and has since built extensive experience in the
maritime industry. For the past 14 years, he has worked in the
yachting industry as a Chief Engineer, overseeing the operation
and maintenance of luxury vessels.

Julien .
Deck/Engineer
Born and raised in beautiful Cornwall, England. These days, Rhys splits his time between the sunny shores of Florida and my homeland.
He’s have been working aboard yachts for the past 7/8 years on all sizes of vessels all around the world.
During his down time he enjoys traveling to many exotic places surfing while his other interests are, scuba diving, skydiving, sailing, snowboarding and wake boarding.
The crew would describe Rhys as a joyful and sociable person, he always has a story or fact to say to bring conversation in, he is dedicated to his job and you can definitely tell!

Rhys .
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