Captain Sandy Yawn from “Below Deck Mediterranean” is considering finding a new chef after Chef Johnathan Shillingford received negative feedback from guests regarding his cooking, particularly for preparing breakfast too early and not to order. Despite a rocky performance, including a dinner where guests were unimpressed and feedback about overly salty food, Sandy is looking for a backup chef while still giving Johnathan a chance to improve.
Captain Sandy Yawn from “Below Deck Mediterranean” is considering finding a replacement for Chef Johnathan Shillingford after encountering several issues with his performance, including not preparing eggs to order and receiving negative feedback from guests.
Captain Sandy Yawn from Below Deck Mediterranean is on the hunt for a new chef. Why, you ask? Well, Chef Johnathan Shillingford has been dropping the ball, and it’s not looking good.
During an episode aired on June 24, Captain Sandy had a chat with Johnathan. She’d gotten some feedback from guests that wasn’t exactly glowing. "The spices are too strong, and the eggs? Cold," she relayed. Johnathan’s excuse? He timed breakfast for 8:30, but things got delayed. His solution was to reheat the eggs. Not great, right?
Sandy couldn’t believe it. Eggs are supposed to be made to order on this luxury yacht. Johnathan promised to sync up with the interior team, but Sandy was already seeing red flags.
Oh, and if you’re into the drama of Below Deck Med, there’s plenty of it. From Captain Sandy’s feuds to the crew’s internal squabbles, it’s a rollercoaster.
In a confessional, Sandy expressed her doubts about Johnathan’s future in the galley. "A chef who doesn’t cook to order? Huge red flag," she said. But she also remembered his previous success and decided to give him another shot to prove himself.
The next meal went smoothly, thankfully. But dinner was a different story. With Captain Sandy joining the guests and it being their last night, Johnathan felt the pressure. He’s self-taught and was nervous about messing up, especially with new dishes.
He stumbled right out of the gate, admitting to Sandy that the first course was something he’d never made before. Sandy’s advice? Don’t tell the guests it’s a family recipe if it’s not.
Chief Stew Aesha Scott was also underwhelmed by Johnathan’s dishes. After serving a basic sponge cake one night and a burnt cake the next, she knew something had to change.
Sandy’s verdict after dinner? "Subpar." She planned a serious talk with Johnathan once the guests departed. Meanwhile, the guests’ feedback on the food was lukewarm at best.
The captains of Below Deck have seen their fair share of crew drama over the years. From Captain Lee’s stern leadership to Sandy’s hands-on approach, each captain brings their own flair.
Sandy and Johnathan had another heart-to-heart. She questioned his menu choices and pointed out issues with his plating and desserts. Johnathan took the criticism professionally, emphasizing his commitment to improvement.
Despite ending on a positive note, Sandy didn’t waste time requesting a backup chef. She’s learned from past experiences that it’s better to be prepared.
Catch the next episode of Below Deck Mediterranean season 9 on Bravo, Mondays at 9 p.m. ET. Or stream it the next day on Peacock, if that’s more your speed.
