CREW PROFILE
Crew Profile
Captain: Manos Liontakis
Nationality: Greek
Date of birth: 1982
Manos began his career at sea on board commercial ships and later joined the yachting industry in 2012 as second officer, working his way up to the position of Captain on Sunday, where he has been onboard since 2016. He holds all relevant certificates, such as Ro/Ro & Passenger Ship Safety, Life Saving & Fire Fighting, ISPS Certificate (International Ship & Port Security) and a speedboat license. His love for the sea and for all water-related activities enables him to offer an array of activities with his very competent water sports-orientated deck crew. Manos has a vast knowledge of the Greek waters ensuring an unforgettable experience for his charter guests.
Chief Officer: Marios Patrikis
Nationality: Greek
Date of birth: 1974
Marios is happily married and has a child. He joined the yachting industry in 1994 first gaining experience onboard sailing yachts before moving to motor yachts in 1996. Since then he has been on M/Y Rainbow, M/Y White Knight, M/Y Trinity, M/Y Astir, M/Y Berengaria, M/Y O'Pari, and M/Y Bolario before joining M/Y Sunday. He has all the necessary certificates including Captain Class C diploma. Marios is a very organised individual with top leadership skills as well as a flexible nature which make him the ideal officer . When not in command you will find him fishing!
Chief Engineer: Dionisios Gerolimos
Nationality: Greek
Date of birth:04/02/1965
Dionisios is a graduate of the National Merchant Marine school of Onassis and holds an Engineer Class A certificate. He has sailed on commercial vessels for 11 years and then shifted into the yachting industry in 2002. This has provided Dionisios with the opportunity of sharing his experience of engineering and looking after the safety of the yacht and all aboard. Dionisios joined SUNDAY in 2012 and has been on board ever since! He holds all relevant certificates and ensures the safety of all on board, and that SUNDAY runs at her full potential at all times. Dionisios is married with 2 children and in his free time, he enjoys spending his time with his family, sailing, and music.
2nd Engineer: Emmanouil Maniatis
Nationality: Greek
Date of birth: 24/09/1989
Manos was born in Argos in the Peloponnese. He is a flexible, reliable individual who possesses excellent time management skills. He graduated from the Maritime high school in Pireaus in 2019 and prior to this he completed studies as a techinician and electrician at different technical colleges in Athens. Prior to joining the yachting industry he worked as a car machanic & engineer before working on passenger vessels and eventually joining the luxury yachting industry in 2021. During his free time he loves water sports, motor sports and football.
Chef: Kostas Zannis
Nationality: Greek
Kostas is a graduate of the “Le Monde School of Tourism Professions” with specialization in Cooking Art. He had extensive experience from 1993 in various restaurants and 5 star hotels such as MAREMARE, ALEXANDROS and RODOS PALACE. He has been on board SUNDAY since 2006.
Sous Chef: George Bekas
Nationality: Greek
Date of birth: 17.05.1978
Languages: Greek and English
Sous chef George joined M/Y Sunday in 2014, prior to working in the yachting industry he had many years of experience working in Michelin-star restaurants. He has completed seminars in sushi, Italian cuisine, pastries & baking as well as specializing in International, modern & traditional Greek cuisine. He is married and has one child. An active sports enthusiast, when not onboard you’ll find him boxing, playing basketball, swimming, or doing cross-fit!
Chief Steward: Nikos Katsouras
Nationality: Greek
Date of birth: 03.10.1978
Languages: Greek and English
Niko has over 24 years of experience in the hospitality industry. His strong background in the food and beverage field enables him to give the best service possible. A perfectionist at heart Niko is always well-presented, punctual, and works well under pressure making the yachting environment a perfect fit! Niko loves the cinema, theatre, music, and working out at the gym.
2nd Stewardess: Vicky Baroutsou
Nationality: Greek
Languages: Greek and English
After graduating high school, Vicky completed studies in Early Childhood Education. She then continued her studies at the University of Ioannina completing a BA in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. She has an in-depth knowledge of Psychology, Counseling, and Sociology which she obtained from the University of the Aegean. Additionally, she has a degree in Adult Education from the University of Macedonia. A high achiever, nurturing individual with a love of children, Vicky has many years of experience as a nursery teacher prior to joining the yachting industry. Her kind, caring nature makes her the ideal candidate for taking care of her guests to the highest of standards.
3rd Steward: Ryan Patron
Nationality: Filipino
Ryan joined the yachting industry in 2020, working onboard M/Y SUNDAY during which he has more than excelled! His communicative skills are second to none and he prides himself on maintaining the highest levels of service at all times. Ryan looks forward to receiving guests on board SUNDAY and strives to provide the best service possible. He speaks excellent English.
4th Stewardess: Shiella Concepcion Salunga
Nationality: Filipino
Shiella joined Sundays crew in 2016 where she has been working ever since! She has a strong background as a steward onboard motor yachts with 5-star housekeeping skills. Her attention to detail is second to none maintaining a level of cleanliness to the utmost of standards!
5th Steward: Rassel Cabrera Pare
Nationality: Filipino
Date of birth: 21/05/1990
Rassel was born and raised in the Philippines. He is married and a devout Roman Catholic. A very hardworking individual with previous experience working in sales and hospitality industry. His warm personality and organised, efficient nature make him the ideal candidate for the yachting industry.
Bosun: Panagiotis Koutrakis
Nationality: Greek
Date of birth: 05/06/1964
Panagiotis holds a Skipper Class A’ Certificate and Certificate of Able Seaman. Panagiotis started his career on board motor yachts in 1987, and has worked both on charter and private yachts since! He has been on board SUNDAY since 2008, and offers extensive knowledge to all onboard. He holds Certificates in Ro/Ro & Passenger Safety, Life Saving & Fire Fighting, Tanker Safety, Ship Security Officer, Advanced Open Water Diving and a Speedboat License. Panagiotis welcomes the opportunity to instruct or assist in all water sports provided on board Sunday. He speaks English and during his free time he enjoys fishing, diving and travelling.
Deckhand: Argyrios Toutsis
Nationality: Greek
Date of birth: 03/03/1992
Argyrios's passion for the sea led him to join the yachting industry in 2013 onboard M/Y SUNDAY where he has remained ever since! His wealth of knowledge and skills gained throughout the years as well as his hard-working, communicative nature make him an invaluable part of the team! In his spare time, he enjoys swimming and travelling.
Deckhand: Lampros Nikas
Nationality: Greek
Date of birth: 14/09/1990
Lampros worked as a car engineer assistant at a Peugeot Car Dealership, as well as a mechanical engineer before joining the yachting industry in 2017.
Deckhand: Vangleis Dimitriou
Nationality: Greek
Date of birth: 05-05-1993
Languages: Greek & English
Vangelis has all the necessary certificates with a passion for the sea and a hardworking nature expect Vangelis only to deliver the best!