Captain Sandy from Below Deck Med Vows to Implement 'Key Adjustments' Following Provisioning Setback: 'Disappointed in Them'

Captain Sandy Hints at Changes After Major Provision Mess

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Below Deck Mediterranean season 9 has just begun and Captain Sandy Yawn is already planning to implement some significant changes.

The premiere episode, which aired on Monday, June 3, showed the interior team becoming increasingly frustrated with their provisioning company. Chief stew Aesha Scott found herself without many essential items less than a day before the guests were scheduled to come on board.

"What the heck is that," she exclaimed in a confessional about the company using "internal confusion" as an excuse. "Where's the hand soap? Where is the alcohol? I've got no wine, no Prosecco, and no champagne."

Aesha clarified the importance of having a provisioner, stating, "We provide basic supplies for the boat as baseline provisions. Then we cater to specific preferences for each charter, but I'm missing a quarter of my baseline items. Where is my rosé?"

After contacting the company, Aesha sent a text message for follow-up. She was assured multiple times that the items would arrive at the boat on time.

Aesha described the chaotic situation, "I have a charter starting at 12, boxes everywhere. I found only one bottle of champagne in the crew lounge, so I have one bottle. This boat is huge. I'm lost, and now I don't have provisions. Is this a joke?"

In the end, the kitchen was able to get all the supplies they needed, but unfortunately, the stews were left without some essentials. The charter initially began with a strict no-alcohol policy on board, causing some difficulties. Captain Sandy intervened to address the issue.

Captain Sandy Hints at Changes After Major Provision Mess

Sandy from Mustique reached out to Fred Jagueneau/Bravo, mentioning that they were missing wine from their order. She asked if they could have it delivered immediately. The company assured her that the items would be delivered by the end of the day.

Sandy was shocked by the significant delays happening. She expressed her disappointment to the cameras, saying, "This is a major error on the part of the provisioner. When you rely on a global provision company, you expect them to deliver. But they let us down."

The order faced another delay, pushing the delivery to the late hours of the night. And when the shipment finally arrived, it was found to be lacking essential items required for the charter.

Aesha expressed her frustration with the provisioning issue, mentioning that it was a first-time experience for her. She questioned who was responsible for the problem and suggested that they were not doing a good job. Despite the frustration, she thanked the person for their efforts to resolve the issue.

Sandy assured Aesha that the company would take steps to address the hassle in the future.

I know that it can be challenging to fulfill all of the client's requests, especially when you are in different locations with varying inventory. It is definitely disappointing when a shipment of wine and rosé doesn't arrive as expected," she mentioned. "Given the mistakes made by the provisioning company, we will need to make some adjustments for future charters.

Don't forget to catch Below Deck Mediterranean season 9 on Bravo on Mondays at 9 p.m. ET. If you miss an episode, you can stream new episodes the following day on Peacock.

Editor's P/S:

The premiere episode of Below Deck Mediterranean season 9 highlighted the challenges faced by the interior team due to insufficient provisioning. Captain Sandy Yawn's decision to address the issue and implement changes is a testament to her commitment to ensuring a smooth and successful charter experience for both guests and crew. The delays and missing items caused significant stress for the stews, particularly Aesha Scott, who was responsible for managing the provisions.

The provisioning issue raises concerns about the reliability of global provision companies and the importance of contingency plans in the yachting industry. It also emphasizes the need for clear communication and coordination between the provisioning company, the boat, and the crew. Captain Sandy's decision to address the problem and hold the provisioner accountable sends a strong message that such delays and errors will not be tolerated. It is expected that the upcoming changes implemented by Captain Sandy will improve the provisioning process and prevent similar issues in future charters.