Chef: Milou Van Melick
With a passion for hospitality, Milou’s goal is to exceed guest expectations. Growing up in the Netherlands in a family-owned restaurant, Milou was involved in the hospitality industry from a young age, developing a natural talent for guest relations and service. Her positive energy and welcoming smile always being a welcome addition to any gathering.
After completing her university studies, she expanded her horizons by traveling through Central and South America, where she embraced different cultures, cuisines and discovered her love for the ocean through surfing. She later spent a year working in Australia, further refining her skills working as a farm nanny for a family of nine surrounded by animals, which she also has a fondness for.
Milou finds immense joy in cooking for and with friends and family, and this love for bringing people together through food has been a constant throughout her life. She feels happiest when everyone is gathered around a table filled with home-cooked food, sharing stories, and enjoying each other’s company. Milou strives to create this feeling on charter while preparing a wide variety of dishes tailored to guests’ preferences.
When she’s not whipping up delicious meals, Milou draws on her background with a wedding planner and catering company to keep everything running smoothly. Her attention to detail, positivity, and organizational skills help turn every moment onboard into a truly memorable experience.
Whether it’s sharing fun travel anecdotes, enjoying watersports, trying new recipes, or baking her favorite carrot cake, just ask Milou and she’s in!
CERTIFICATES:
• Bachelor of Arts – Events & Hospitality Management
• Propedeuse Bachelor Hotel Management
• Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene for Catering
• Food Allergy Awareness
• STCW + PDSD
