Your Crew
CAPTAIN Jake Todd & MATE/CHEF Caitlin Willows
Jake is an experienced yachtsman, with an impressive sailing record having covered over 40000nm with 4 Atlantic crossings, dozens of Med crossings and plenty of yachting around the south coast of England. He started his sailing journey from a small island off of the south coast of the UK own called Hayling island. Jake starting dinghy sailing at 9 where he quickly progressed through the ranks to national junior champion and eventually representing GBR in many world champion events at youth level.
Over his 10 year career in yachting he has been working in the superyacht sector on racing yachts and high performance carbon yachts. His previous job as a 1st mate on a 148ft carbon yacht and 2 seasons on Adagio gave him vast experience in all types of conditions, environments and locations. His studies in the yachting industry has merited him with his Officer of the watch 3000gt which qualifies him to be an officer on yachts over 80m/262ft. Jake brings a wealth of experience, unwavering dedication and a genuine love for the sea. He guarantees a safe and memorable sailing experience for all that embark on his voyages.
Caitlin is a foodie. She loves making food and has an unrelenting desire to please people with it. She too has been working in the superyacht industry for over 8 years, spanning across the globe on a variety of different yachts. She too has completed 3 Atlantic crossing on sailing and motor yachts, with many thousands of miles under her belt.
Caitlin’s journey took an exciting turn when she had the opportunity to work under 2 incredible Italian chefs which filled her culinary arsenal with a touch of elegance and sophistication. Their mentorship helped shape her creativity and push her talents to another level. She was born in South Africa where she was raised by a family who loves a traditional “braai”. Her mother being Mauritian and her father from South Africa she, from a young age was surrounded by different cuisines and cultures. Besides her culinary skills she is irresistibly drawn to the sea and finds solace and inspiration from its depths. Cheffing is her passion so perusing it as a long term career seems to be the only option. Caitlin brings a desire to provide exquisite meals against the back drop of the beautiful Caribbean Sea.
Charne found her for nature in her South African upbringing. introduced to diving by her partner, Charne dove headfirst into the wonders of the ocean. Working at a dive resort in Sodwana Bay, she immersed herself in daily dives, cultivating a passion that propelled her towards the path of becoming a Dive Master soon. Beyond the depths, Charne's upbringing in South Africa, a country with an extremely diverse culinary culture, her culinary enthusiasm blossomed from a young age, evolving into a profound love of cooking and baking. Her experimentation with diverse cuisines became a cherished pastime, enriching her life with the joy of culinary discovery.
Captain Jake Todd
Qualifications
MCA OOW 3000gt
MCA AEC 1
RYA Yacht Master Ocean Theory
RYA Yacht Master Offshore Theory and Practical
RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance
PADI DIve Master
Power Boat level ll
RYA PWC Proficiency
RYA Small Craft Radar
RYA Dinghy Instructor
RYA Race Coach level ll
Chef/First Mate Caitlin Willows
Qualifications
RYA Powerboat Level II
PYA Guest level 1 Course
All service styles
Floristry and table presentation
Cocktails and mixology
Wine and food pairing, basic wine knowledge
CTH Level 2 Award in Culinary Arts,
Ashburton Culinary School
Mastery of professional kitchen practices
Premium cakes, biscuits and breads
Pastries and pasta
Butchery and preparation of fish, meat and poultry
Sushi and Asian cuisine
CIEH Food Safety Level ll
PADI Dive Master
Charne DeWitt Stewardess
. STCW
. ENG 1
. Level 2 Food Safety and Hygeine
. Elementary Seamanship
. RYA Day Skipper
. RYA SRC VHF
. SYCA Chef Certificate
. PADI Rescue Diver
. Hostess/Stewardess Training
. CargoWise Professional
February 2026 BVI Charter
Our charter boat vacation was nothing short of spectacular, thanks to an incredible crew and an impeccably maintained catamaran. From the moment we stepped aboard, the crew was engaging, warm, and genuinely pleasant, making us feel at home right away.
One of the standout features of this trip was having the ability to dive directly from the boat. Being able to slip into the water whenever the mood struck was absolutely incredible and added a level of adventure we didn’t expect but absolutely loved. The flexibility that comes with chartering was a huge highlight as well; the crew was extremely accommodating and made every effort to tailor our itinerary and onboard experience to exactly what we wanted.
Let’s talk about the food and drinks, because wow. The coffee, cocktails, and meals were true showstoppers. Every sip and bite felt like a high-end treat, and the overall dining experience elevated the entire trip.
The catamaran itself was spotless. Not only was it beautifully kept from the start, but the crew did an amazing job maintaining its tidiness throughout our stay without ever feeling intrusive.
On top of all that, the water toys made our time aboard even more fun. The sea foil and sea scooters were exciting additions that kept everyone entertained for hours.
Overall, this was a dream vacation, made extraordinary by an exceptional crew, flawless service, and unforgettable moments. We can’t recommend this charter highly enough!
Thanks again for an incredible trip! All the best to you and girls this season.
Cheers,
Cristine (and of course Rick, Graham, Walt and Jane)
NYE 2025 BVI Charter
How many stars is one able to give before they become meaningless? Out of 5 stars, I give the crew, the boat and the charter company a 10+.
I’ll start with the boat: absolutely stunning. Gorgeous inside and out, the details are elegant and impeccable (according to my very untrained eye) and the feeling is elevated comfort with the right amount of luxury to feel special. I never once felt like I was camping or crowded or that I even wanted to get off the boat (I would still like to be back on the boat). We only learned later how the crew and charter company moved heaven and earth and called in every favor to to get the essentials needed for a charter, much of it borrowed. Everything from the bedding to decorative table scapes to never seeming to run out of wine glasses somehow was seamless. We had no idea how it all came together at the last minute.
Which may be due to the crew. The level of professionalism, expertise, and composure on a brand new boat on its very first charter, and first charter as a team, was top notch. When including three great personalities, you truly have the A-team crewing the Minted One. Their ability to manage our group of middle aged motley crew who don’t know how to act our ages with patience and grace was perfect. We had some ridiculous requests, in particular with the planning and execution of a surprise birthday party and the crew absolutely blew us out of the water with the way they embraced the request and executed flawlessly.
From the outset Captain Jake was very personable, direct, clearly knowledgeable and dealt with our many requests with a great attitude. He also demonstrated great leadership by stepping in and supporting his team where needed. He was fun to have as our Captain and answered ALL of our questions about everything.
To call the meals prepared by Chef Caitlin amazing does not do them justice. The food was incredible! I don’t want to say too much or future charter guests won’t ever want to dine off the boat, but she did in fact serve the single best fish meal OF MY LIFE, and the Thai Steak salad for lunch was easily on the top 5 of at least the last decade. There was another debate at lunch one day where Caitlyn’s delivery on gourmet cheeseburgers was the single best we’ve ever had - and Americans eat a lot of cheeseburgers. She paid exceptional attention to our preference sheets, accommodating each of our weird issues, and provided fresh, flavorful delicious dishes spanning a wide range of cuisines at every meal. I may not eat that well again for a very long time.
I am convinced that Anna is a triplet and all 3 live on the boat, sharing her job. She has an unbelievable ability to simultaneously refill your coffee, set a perfect table, impeccably service your cabin and mix a mean Bloody Mary. All at the same time! How? And with a smile and such an even temperament that we never saw break. And we tested it! I never saw her sit down. She is highly professional and gracious, her extensive training on the “big boat, attention to detail and awesome personality shined brightly.
We were so grateful to have this crew and sail on the Minted One for our trip. Captain Jake, Caitlin and Anna for making this happen for us. Don’t be surprised when you see us again!
Best regards,
Andi