Hector Castro
A Guatemalan yacht and estate chef known for refined, guest-focused dining rooted in French technique, modern American influences, and fresh, locally sourced ingredients. With experience on 115’–150′ yachts in the Bahamas, Caribbean, Virgin Islands, and US East Coast, plus years cooking for private estates and high-profile clientele (including royalty and celebrities), he delivers elevated cuisine with a calm, collaborative style. On board, Hector creates tailored menus (including wellness-forward and dietary-specific options), runs creative theme nights, and keeps the galley organized with strong provisioning and stock control, even in remote locations. He also takes pride in balanced, morale-boosting crew meals that keep teams energized through busy itineraries. Languages: Spanish, English (plus conversational German, beginner French) Signature touch for guests: fresh, globally inspired menus, beautifully executed multi-course dinners, and warm interaction in an open-kitchen setting.


















