Ep 16. The Scorpion Queen

As guests come and go on the latest charter, tension is high amongst the crew on Below Deck season 7 episode 16, titled "The Scorpion Queen." With only a few charters left in the season, everyone is feeling the pressure to perform at their best.

Captain Lee Rosbach is keeping a close eye on the crew as they tend to the guests' every need, but it's clear that they are struggling with some personal issues that threaten to get in the way of their work. Chief stewardess Kate Chastain is dealing with the aftermath of a heated argument with second stew Simone Mashile, which has left their working relationship on shaky ground. Meanwhile, deckhand Rhylee Gerber is feeling left out of the crew's social circle and is having a hard time connecting with her fellow crew members.

As the charter continues, tensions rise even higher when the guests request a speedboat excursion that proves to be more dangerous than anyone expected. The crew must work together quickly to ensure that everyone stays safe, but their efforts are complicated by personal dramas that threaten to distract them from the task at hand.

Meanwhile, the guests are expecting the highest level of service and the chef is under immense pressure to deliver delicious meals that exceed their expectations. However, when one guest reveals that she is allergic to shellfish, the chef must scramble to create a new menu on the fly.

Despite the challenges, the crew is determined to pull off a successful charter and impress Captain Lee. However, with tensions running high amongst the crew, it remains to be seen whether they will be able to put their personal issues aside and work together effectively. Will they be able to rise to the occasion and deliver the kind of service that the guests and Captain Lee demand? The only way to find out is to tune in to Below Deck season 7 episode 16, "The Scorpion Queen."