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Crew Profile

CAPTAIN: Charles MANDIL
French
STCW 95
Language: Fluent English

Charles Mandil is a qualified and commercially endorsed 200GT master of yachts with an engineering background. Proudly coming from the city of yachting, Antibes France, where the sailing industry was a natural direction for such an ocean loving individual.

Sailing from his young age, he started out thirteen years ago as deckhand and working his way up to Engineer, he has become a Captain with over 70,000Nm and few crossings under his belt in global destinations such as the red sea, the Mediterranean, Atlantic and the Bahamas.

Qualified advanced diver with huge interest in adventuring & water sports, swimming, fishing and kite surfing as an addition, he spends more time on the water than on land.

With a deep appreciation of the Oceans, he prides himself for the care of health and wellbeing of our blue planet.
Since one year, Charles happily promotes SY Cartouche as her Captain where he aim to share his passion and provide high service.


RELIEF CAPTAIN – Nicolas FLEURET
15 years of experience in yachting industry, including 10 years as a captain
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CHEF: Denis GUEMENE
French
STCW 95 – CFBS
Food Hygiene Level 2&3
Luxury Chalet Staff from the London Academy
Languages spoken: English

Denis is a highly skilled and versatile chef, confident in a wide range of culinary styles including French, Asian, and Mediterranean cuisine.

His creativity shines through in every dish, with meticulous attention to detail from sourcing the freshest ingredients to crafting elegant presentations. Passionate about quality and flavor, Denis draws constant inspiration from the natural taste of fresh produce.

Before joining the yachting industry in 2017, Denis built a strong land-based career working in several restaurants across France, Ireland, Switzerland including Michelin-star establishments.
He has worked as a chef for 3 years on S/Y Drumbeat and previously 3 years on a 40 m Motor Yacht, Shane.

His fine dining background and commitment to excellence translate perfectly to the yacht environment, where he delights guests with refined, beautifully balanced menus.

When he’s not in the galley, Denis enjoys spending his free time hiking and exploring the outdoors on motorbikes.


STEWARDESS: Sitti SIRIPORN (Pla)
Thai
STCW – ENG1
Languages spoken: English,

Pla is originally from North-East Thailand and has built a strong background in hospitality since 2013, working in several hotels and restaurants across her home country.

Over the years, she has held a variety of positions including receptionist, guests service agent, supervisor, and housekeeper, developing excellent skills in guests service, attention to detail, and teamwork.

Eager to expand her horizons, Pla joined Yachting in early 2023 to pursue a career in the yachting industry and worked aboard S/Y Drumbeat.
Her professionalism, positive attitude, and genuine care for guests make her a valued member of the crew.


FIRST MATE / ENGINEER: Enzo MILELLI
French
Diploma/Qualification: Captain 200 UMS, Chef Engineer 750kw, Captain 500 (ongoing validation)
Languages spoken: English

Enzo is a young, passionate, and experienced second officer from Corsica, where he grew up surrounded by the sea, a natural path into the maritime world.

He started his career on passenger shuttles, working as both engineer and captain, gaining solid technical skills and versatility.

His journey has since brought him to sailing catamaran yachts, where he has refined his navigation abilities, maintenance know-how, and guest hospitality.

A true traveler at heart, he has sailed in diverse waters, and always looks forward to discovering new destinations and creating unforgettable experiences onboard. Sporty and sea-loving, he enjoys wakeboarding, dinghy sailing, foil surfing, and fishing, all of which he loves sharing with curious or passionate guests.

Conscientious, approachable, and detail-oriented, Enzo brings a warm, safe, and professional atmosphere to every trip. His clear ambition is to turn every charter into an elegant and memorable adventure.

Sample Menu

S/Y CARTOUCHE  
SAMPLE MENU by Denis GUEMENE

CANAPES

Smoked salmon, cottage cheese and rocket rolls
Herbs Devilled Eggs
Whipped Blue Cheese and Pear Crostini
Fried Stuffed Olives
Prosecco and Maple-Glazed Pigs in Blankets
Pea and Mint Croustades
Roasted Grape and Goat's Cheese Toasts
Easy Beetroot, Walnut and Stilton Blinis
Ham and cheese straws with aioli
Sesame Prawn Balls
Spiced Tortilla Chips with Festive Houmous
Chicken Katsu skewers
Smoked strout and pea vol-au-vents
Mini Parma ham veggie tarts
Spicy Saba and guacamole cones
Crispy prawns with sweet chilli dip

BREAKFAST

Fresh fruit platter, cured meat and cheese platters, granola, yogurts, jams fresh baked bread
Selection of pastries (fresh muffins)
Fresh juice and smoothies – Hot selection
Eggs your way
Bacon, sausages, avocado, spinash
Crepes or pancakes with toppings of your choice.

DAY l

LUNCH

Pomelo salad, grilled scarlet prawn, chili jam, crispy air dried seaweed and ginger flower
Whole French lobster, stir fried noodle, red curry paste, red onion pickles, green peas and baby carrots
Mango sticky rice rolls and coconut custard.

DINNER
Dive scallops carpaccio, caviar de Neuvic, oyster leaf
Char grilled organic pork with honey, rosemary, smoked eggplant and mushroom soy sauce
Organic poached pear in red wine syrup, hazelnut crumble and rice milk ice cream

DAY 2

 LUNCH

Organic pineapple tomatoes, fresh cashews, pesto and burrata
Slow cooked cod, mini ratatouille, organic arugula and sweet vinegar cream
Raspberry mille feuilles and verbena ice cream

DINNER

Celeriac soup; poached egg, chives oil and crispy Belotta ham
Roasted sea bream, green asparagus, sweet potatoes mousseline, fish soup foam
Chocolate coolant, organic apricots coulis and praline ice cream

DAY 3

LUNCH

Otoro Tataki , Konjac noodle, fresh wasabi and cured ginger
Unagi and chicken Yakitori with white cabbage salad
Strawberry cheesecake and chocolate cream

DINNER

Wild salmon Belly and crab meat ball, crispy spicy noodle
90 days Shabi beef chuck square cut, beef and sima glaze,
Square potatoes fondant and mustard salad
Roasted red apple tart with salted caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream

DAY 4

 LUNCH

MAHI MAHI of Vivianeau fish, red onion, coriander, green lime zest, ginger and coco milk served in the shell.
Abalone fried in garlic butter, parnish smooth, puree, shitake mushrooms and green peas sprouts.
Melon soup, pistachio crispy cake and mascarpone mousse

DINNER

Vegetarian Kebab satay with peanut sauce
Vegetarian Korean Japchae
Vegan dark chocolate and roasted almond tard, red blueberry ice cream

DAY 5

 LUNCH
Octopus carpaccio, galoppa olive oil, salad of seaweed and sunflower seeds
Salad of sea asparagus, mussels, soft boiled egg,
Creamy seaweed mussel juice
Fruity Panacotta

DINNER

Beetroot and gin curred salmon, variety of pickles, coriander foam
Waygu beef tartar, cress sauce, pine nut and garlic flower
Banana variations

DAY 6

LUNCH

Marinated mackerel, horseradish, tofu, wild garlic oil, unsalted peanuts crumble
Turbot, Mash potatoes, veal stock, chips
Tiramisu original

DINNER

Broccolis fritters, eggplant caviar, feta AOP, figua oil
Lamb filet, pumpkin puree, Jeruzaleme artichoke, lambs lettuce
Goldy lemon tart