'Below Deck Med' chef Johnathan Shillingford refuses charter guests' request despite extenuating circumstances
ATHENS, GREECE: In the ninth season of 'Below Deck Mediterranean', Jacob Ward and his group of influencer friends made their grand entrance as the very first primary charter guests to set foot on the luxurious island of Mustique.
During the second episode of the Bravo show, the crew faced a major setback when their provisions were delayed, leaving the guests without essential items like wine and rose for the majority of the charter.
Additionally, the guests requested late-night snacks like nachos and grilled cheese, but when second stew Elena Dubaich attempted to wake Chef Johnathan Shillingford for help, he stubbornly remained in bed, causing further frustration for the crew.
Johnathan told Elena, "I'm not doing anything. I haven't slept enough," to which she responded, "It's turning into a big problem."
The chef went on to say, "They can have grilled cheese sandwiches. You said you could do that."
Elena chimed in, "I just want to give you a chance to reconsider. I don't want this whole experience for you to become negative because of this. Just think about it."
However, Elena's words didn't leave any impact on Johnathan and he replied with a simple, "No."
‘Below Deck Mediterranean' Season 9 charter guests help crew to prepare late-night snacks
The ‘Below Deck Mediterranean' Season 9 charter guests eagerly pitched in to assist Elena and deckhand Gael Cameron in preparing a delightful spread of food and drinks to cater to their needs.
When the second stew suggested making some cocktails, one of the guests, Ben, enthusiastically took charge of the bar.
"We need a muddler and a cocktail shaker," he remarked as he skillfully mixed drinks. Playfully, Ben joked that he was giving the crew a lesson in mixology and said, "We’re teaching you."
Simon proceeded to enter the kitchen in order to lend a hand to Elena and Gael in preparing the grilled cheese sandwiches.
With a confident demeanor, he declared, "Okay, we’d rather fix something than complain. I’m saving the day."
As he plated the avocado grilled cheese sandwiches and brought them out to his friends, Simon remarked, “I’ll bring it out, people are pissed off."
Despite feeling remorseful for their inability to cater to the demanding customers, Gael and Elena were taken aback by Simon's willingness to assist without issuing commands or complaints.
Who is Johnathan Shillingford on 'Below Deck Mediterranean' Season 9?
In his role as the newest chef at Mustique, Johnathan Shillingford brings a wealth of culinary expertise and a proven track record of success. His impressive background as a renowned chef speaks volumes about his skills in the kitchen, and he is no stranger to showcasing his talents on the high seas.
Johnathan, hailing from Roseau, Dominica, has accumulated seven years of experience in the culinary industry, showcasing his expertise and skill behind the stove. Throughout his travels across various waters, he has captured stunning moments which can be found in abundance on his Instagram feed.
He has traveled extensively to various destinations, but he particularly favors French Polynesia and the Tuamotu islands, which he describes as paradises on earth. Along with this, he also possesses a range of special skills, including twerking, singing, cooking, design, and accents.
On the other hand, when we talk about Johnathan's love life, he is off the dating market. At the moment, he is dating a man named David Sargysan who is an opera singer by profession.
'Below Deck Mediterranean' Season 9 releases new episodes every Monday at 9 pm ET on Bravo.