Jamison brings a classic Canadian spirit to every charter, complete with a sprinkle of "eh" and an abundance of "sorry." Her culinary journey began while working in remote reforestation camps of Northern Canada, where she took on the role of head chef early on. Since then, she's found her way to the water, working aboard a superyacht in Europe and spending several charter seasons on catamarans across the Mediterranean and Virgin Islands.
Guests on board can expect a dining experience that’s both refined and relaxed, inspired by the warmth of her Canadian roots and passion for bringing people together. Jamison specializes in crafting menus that highlight fresh, local ingredients, tailored to suit your tastes and dietary needs. Her approach to cooking blends creativity with comfort, so whether it’s a vibrant Mediterranean feast, a cozy Canadian-inspired dish, or a light, healthy lunch on deck, each meal is designed to make you feel at home on the water.
Coming from a family of seven, Jamison knows the power of food in creating connection and joy. Her goal is to make each meal a place for everyone to relax, unwind, and enjoy each other’s company – maybe with a cocktail or two.
Outside the galley, Jamison’s passions include running, snowboarding, and cheering on the Toronto Maple Leafs—at least when they're winning. Her adventurous spirit and Canadian warmth make her an exceptional addition to your charter experience.Moving to Europe in her mid-twenties, Renata spent time living in London and Amsterdam, relishing the chance to travel, taste and cook during holidays from her corporate job. It was in Europe that she fell in love with sailing, and decided to take the leap to combine her passions of cooking and being on the water. She completed her Day Skipper certification, and after formalizing her culinary skills, began hosting charters in Croatia and Greece. Following a busy summer in the Mediterranean, she realized her dream of crossing the Atlantic Ocean by sail, managing the provisioning and cooking for the nine people onboard.
Renata loves learning new culinary skills and recently completed the Yacht Chef course at Ashburton Culinary School.
Renata’s favorite dishes include a mix of Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and European, all influenced by the classic New Zealand cuisine she grew up with. In saying that, she is always excited to discover new flavors, spices and cooking styles, and loves to try new things. She enjoys exploring local food markets to find new and exotic ingredients, and looks forward to sharing these discoveries with you in the Virgin Islands.
Renata can’t wait to welcome you aboard Relentless to experience the beautiful Virgin Islands, and to create memories of a lifetime!
Qualifications:
• Yacht Chef Certificate - Ashburton Culinary Academy, UK (2023)
• Intermediate Cookery Course - The Avenue Cookery School, London (2022)
• Cooking Basics & French Cooking Techniques - Cook Your Life, Amsterdam (2020)
• Food Safety Level Two - The Avenue Cookery School, London (2020)
• RYA Day Skipper
• STCW & ENG1