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Our advertised yacht crew jobs below include exclusive stewardess, deckhand, chef, engineer, officer and Captain positions on private and charter yachts, from 20 to 80+ meters. With so many yacht crew jobs on offer, you’re sure to find the position for you.

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US MATE 34M

 JOB ID #3891

​POSITION: Need a US MATE for a 34M private, US Flag vessel.This is a family program. Looking for someone who is organized, personable and a team player. The vessel runs with a crew of 4 and 1 on the exterior. Tow a 27′ tender. Private cabin/ shared head. Great benefits package!
ITINERARY: Summer​-​NE, Winter-FLL/Bahamas
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ASAP, Ft Lauderdale
SALARY: DOE **Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date/requirements/and passport type needed!

EXPERIENCED STEW 34M

 JOB ID #3890

​POSITION: Need a EXPERIENCED STEW for a 34M private, US Flag vessel.This is a family program. Looking for someone who is organized, personable and a team player. The vessel runs with a crew of 4 and 2 on the interior. Private cabin/ shared head. Great benefits package!
ITINERARY: Summer​-​NE, Winter-FLL/Bahamas
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ASAP, Ft Lauderdale
SALARY: DOE **Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date/requirements/and passport type needed!

US MATE 32M

 JOB ID #3889

POSITION: Need a US MATE for a private, 32M US Flag Vessel. Looking for someone energetic, self starter with a positive attitude. They tow a 32’ tender. Night watch experience and YM license are a plus. The vessel runs with 4 full time crew. Great program!
ITINERARY: FLL/Bahamas
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: YM or 100T min, US Passport/Green Card, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ASAP – Ft. Lauderdale
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

 ROTATIONAL CHEF 40M

 JOB ID #3888

POSITION: Need a ROTATIONAL CHEF for a busy 40M, private/charter, foreign flag vessel. Owners like meals plated and are very active with guests. Current chef will do the handover. Up to 10 guests. Runs with 8 crew. A busy program, average of 6 charter per year. Vessel is very active, has lots of crew longevity and a great captain!
ITINERARY: Winter-North Palm Beach/Caribbean, Summer-Caribbean
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card or B1B2, STCW, ENG1, non smoker or vaper, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: September 21- Virginia Beach
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date/requirements/and passport type needed!

 CHIEF STEW 40M

 JOB ID #3887

  POSITION: Need a CHIEF STEW for a busy 40M, private/charter, foreign flag vessel. Lots of toys and a busy program, average of 6 charter per year. Current CS will do handover. 8 Crew and everyone works as a team. Vessel is very active, has lots of crew longevity and a great captain!
ITINERARY: Winter-North Palm Beach/Caribbean, Summer-Caribbean
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card or B1B2, STCW, ENG1, non smoker or vaper, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ASAP- Virginia Beach, VA
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date/requirements/and passport type needed!

MATE 41M

 JOB ID #3886

​POSITION: Need an MATE for a private, 41M foreign flag vessel. Mate needs a Yacht Master 200T, ECDIS and GMDSS. Vessel will base in West Palm Beach, FL. Owner is closing on the vessel in Italy, will use the vessel for a month and then ship it back to Florida. Owners expects excellent service and enjoys entertaining. Vessel runs with 9 crew total. Great Captain!
ITINERARY: Summer-WPB/Bahamas (Maybe NE), Winter -Bahamas/Keys
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: ​US Passport/Green Card​ or B1/B2 in hand, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ​S​eptember -​I​taly
SALARY: ​​DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

ENGINEER 41M

 JOB ID #3884

POSITION: Need an ENGINEER for a private, 41M foreign flag vessel. Engineer needs to have experience as a Chief Engineer on a similar-sized vessel; Y4 is preferred. Vessel will base in West Palm Beach, FL. Owner is closing on the vessel in Italy, will use the vessel for a month and then ship it back to Florida. Owners expects excellent service and enjoys entertaining. Vessel runs with 9 crew total. Great Captain!
ITINERARY: Summer-WPB/Bahamas (Maybe NE), Winter -Bahamas/Keys
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: ​US Passport/Green Card​ or B1/B2 in hand, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ​S​eptember -​I​taly
SALARY: ​$10K/Month
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

CHEF 41M

 JOB ID #3883

​POSITION: Need a CHEF for a private, 41M foreign flag vessel. Chef needs to have experience on a similar size vessel. Owner is closing on the vessel in Italy, will use the vessel for a month and then ship it back to Florida. Program will base in West Palm Beach. Owners expects excellent service and enjoys entertaining. Vessel runs with 6 crew total. Great Captain!
ITINERARY: Summer-WPB/Bahamas (Maybe NE), Winter -Bahamas/Keys
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: ​US Passport/Green Card​ or B1/B2 in hand, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ​S​eptember -​I​taly
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

 US ESTATE ROTATION CHEF

 JOB ID #3882

POSITION: Need a US ESTATE ROTATION CHEF for a private family based on the West Coast, FL. Rotation is one month on and one month off. Must cook healthy food for a family of six, maintain cleanliness, and be a true non smoker/vaper. Most meals are family style: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Housing is provided!
ITINERARY: West Coast, FL
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: September 15, 2026-West Coast, FL
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

 FISHING DECKHAND/RELIEF MATE – 68′ Viking

 JOB ID #3885

POSITION: Need a FISHING DECKHAND/RELIEF MATE for a private, foreign flag 68ft Viking. Vessel is part of a fleet. Ideal candidate has a YM or 100T to stand solo night watch. Must have extensive sportfishing experience with heavy tackle sportfishing, live baiting and trolling as well as yacht experience. Vessel runs with 4 full time crew and a 3:1 rotation (3 on at a time) with all flights, medical, insurance covered through an MLC SEA contract and a management company. Great program!
ITINERARY: World Wide Program
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: YM or 100T min, US Passport/Green Card or B1B2, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: September 15-Azores
SALARY: 4000/M Euros.
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

CHEF 29M

 JOB ID #3879

POSITION: Need a male CHEF for a private/charter 29M, foreign flag vessel. The program runs with five full-time crew members based behind the owner’s house. Ideal candidates should have charter experience. Vessel is based in FLL and crew members need their own housing when in FLL. Looking for energic team players!
ITINERARY: FLL/Bahamas
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card or B1B2, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ASAP -FLL
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

DECK/STEW 29M

 JOB ID #3878

POSITION: Need a female DECK/STEW for a private/charter 29M, foreign flag vessel. The program runs with five full-time crew members based behind the owner’s house. Ideal candidates should have charter experience. Vessel is based in FLL and crew members need their own housing when in FLL. Looking for energic team players!
ITINERARY: FLL/Bahamas
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card or B1B2, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ASAP -FLL
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

CHIEF STEW 29M

 JOB ID #3877

POSITION: Need a CHIEF STEW for a private/charter 29M, foreign flag vessel. The program runs with five full-time crew members based behind the owner’s house. Ideal candidates should have charter experience. Vessel is based in FLL and crew members need their own housing when in FLL. Looking for energic team players!
ITINERARY: FLL/Bahamas
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card or B1B2, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ASAP -FLL
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!    

 US DECK/STEW 26M

 JOB ID #3881

POSITION: Looking for a US DECK/STEW for a private 26M, US flag program. Seeking an experienced deck/stew. You must independently handle exterior duties—lines, knots, fenders, washdowns, detailing, and understand vessel operations, including operating a 14’ tender and standing watch. When guests are aboard and in preparation for guests, pivot to steward(ess) duties: pristine cabins, spotless bathrooms, beds, polished service, occasional light cooking, and elegant tablescapes. Approx. 70% deck work, 30% interior. Ensure safety and a top-tier guest experience. Based FLL, 2 crew total- day trips when owners come on board. Must have your own housing. Great Captain!
ITINERARY: Fort Lauderdale
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: September 2026, Fort Lauderdale
SALARY: $5K/Month
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

ESTATE CHEF

 JOB ID #3880

POSITION: Need an ESTATE CHEF for a private family in Manalapan, FL. Family enjoys bold flavors and a variety of cuisines. The Chef must prepare lunch and dinner for a family of 5 plus 5 additional staff. The staff eats with the principals every day. Looking for someone who is creative, clean, takes food seriously, able to prepare menus a week in advance for principels approval, no drama and a team player. 2 days off per week. Great family and environment!
ITINERARY: Palm Beach
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card or B1B2, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ASAP-Manalapan (South Palm Beach), FL
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

CAPTAIN/ENGINEER 33M

 JOB ID #3876

POSITION: Need a CAPTAIN/ENGINEER for a new private 33M, foreign flag vessel. Captain needs a 200T and strong engineering experience. Vessel is part of a fleet and runs with one full time crew member. Can be teamed with a Stew/Deck. Captain needs to meet the boat in Italy and after the Monaco show it will ship back to South Florida. Looking for someone who is hardworking and flexible!
TEAM: Stew/Deck
ITINERARY: Winter-WPB/Bahamas, Summer-NE/MED
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card, B1/B2 in hand, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ASAP-Italy
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

 US SEASONAL HOUSEKEEPER

 JOB ID #3874

POSITION: Need a US SEASONAL HOUSEKEEPER for a private estate in Bridgehampton, NY. Exceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain a luxury residence to the highest standards at all times. Experience with high-touch, white-glove housekeeping in a private home, luxury hotel, yacht, or similar environment. Laundry skills, including care of luxury linens, bedding, towels, delicate fabrics, designer clothing, stain treatment, steaming, ironing, pressing, folding, and wardrobe organization. Strong knowledge of cleaning products, materials, and proper care techniques for natural stone, fine wood, specialty surfaces, luxury furnishings, antiques, and high-end finishes.  Ability to make beds with impeccable linen presentation and room readiness. Ability to notice and proactively address details that others miss, ensuring the home is always family and guest ready. Team player who works well alongside the team and takes direction from a hands-on House Manager and Estate Manager. Professional, discreet, and comfortable working in a private household. Flexible, hardworking, and able to adapt to the changing needs of a busy Hamptons estate.Housing is provided on the property. The property just finished a 3 years of renovations and this is the first summer the house will be in operation. This job reports to the House Manager.Great Program!
ITINERARY: Bridgehampton, NY
DURATION: ASAP-October
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ASAP-2026-Bridgehampton, NY
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

CAPTAIN TEAM 28M

 JOB ID #3873

POSITION: Need a CAPTAIN TEAM for a 28M, private/charter, foreign flag vessel. Captain needs a 200T license and IPS pod drive experience. Looking for a captain with experience in the Bahamas, South Florida and likes fishing. Vessel will run with 2 crew as a day boat for local owners with young kids. When the vessel charters, additional crew will join. Vessel is new and will launch in Italy in November and be shipped to South Florida. Ideal team will be partnered with a Stew/Mate. Looking for an energetic couple!
PARTNER: STEW/MATE
ITINERARY: WPB/Bahamas
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card, B1/B2 in hand, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: October 2026-Italy
SALARY: $8500/month
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

US STEW (Estate)

 JOB ID #3782

POSITION: Need a US STEW for a housekeeping position in a private estate in Fort Lauderdale. Position has 3 different set schedules working 5 days a week for 40 hours per week. A minimum of four housekeepers are on the team. Position reports to an estate manager. Robust benefits package. Must live locally in Fort Lauderdale. Great program!
ITINERARY: Fort Lauderdale
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ASAP-FLL
SALARY: $40/hour
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

ROTATIONAL ENGINEER 46M

 JOB ID #3871

POSITION: Need a ​ROTATIONAL ENGINEER for a private/charter ​46M, foreign flag vessel. Ideally candidates will have experience on Feadships. The program has a family atmosphere and is looking for someone who can be a team player! Runs with 10 crew. Shared cabin – 3 bunks. Rotation is 10/10. Great Captain!
ITINERARY: Summer – NE, Winter-FLL/Bahamas
DURATION: ​Temp – Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card or B1B2 in hand, STCW, ENG1, non smoker or vaper, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ​August 24, Boston
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date/requirements/and passport type needed!”

CHIEF STEW (Estate)

 JOB ID #3870

POSITION: Need a CHIEF STEW for an private estate in San Francisco, CA. We seek someone experienced on 60M+ yachts who can organize, train, lead service, etc. The estate is 30,000 sq ft and sits on 100,000 acres. Job is Monday-Friday with weekends as needed. Position reports to the Estate Manager. Relocation provided!
ITINERARY: San Francisco, CA
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: September 2026, California
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

 2nd STEW 34M

 JOB ID #3869

POSITION: Need a 2nd STEW for a 34M private, foreign flag vessel. Ideally looking for someone with 6 months of experience and be a team player. Light cooking for the crew is a plus. Runs with 5 crew total. Great work/life balance program. Great Owners!
ITINERARY: ​West Palm Beach, FL/Bahamas/Keys
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card, B1/B2, STCW, ENG1, non smoker or vaper, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ​​ASAP -​West Palm Beach
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date/requirements/and passport type needed!

2ND STEW 40M

 JOB ID #3863

POSITION: Need a 2ND STEW for a private, 40M, foriegn flag vessel. Program will run with 6 crew members, and the vessel will mostly be used for dinner parties. We are looking for someone with at least 1 yr of experience, a team player with a happy disposition. Great owners!
ITINERARY: Palm Beach Based
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card, B1/B2, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: ASAP – Ft. Lauderdale
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

 US ESTATE/SPORTING PROPERTY MANAGER

 JOB ID #3860

POSITION: Need a US ESTATE/SPORTING PROPERTY MANAGER for private properties on Jupiter Island and Okeechobee, FL. Looking for an exceptional, hands -on manager to take full operational responsibility for two luxury properties. Jupiter Island is an oceanfront residence and Okeechobee is a sporting property with working land, active hunts and animals. Ideal candidate has 10 years experience in this role. We can provide the full job description if you are interested. Robust benefits!
ITINERARY: Jupiter Island/Okeechobee, FL
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: August 2026-Jupiter, FL
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!

 US FISHING DECKHAND 48M

 JOB ID #3851

POSITION: Need a US FISHING DECKHAND for a private/charter 48M, foreign flag vessel. Vessel is based in West Palm Beach with trips to the Bahamas. Owners have 2 young kids and there are 12 crew members on board. Must have experience fishing out of Palm Beach inlet, be able to fish in the Bahamas and drive a large center console. Needs to be comfortable fishing with the boss and guests. Must take initiative knowing when the fish are biting and suggest fishing with the boss. Great Captain!
ITINERARY: WPB/Bahamas
DURATION: Permanent
REQUIREMENTS: US Passport/Green Card, STCW, ENG1, non smoker, healthy and a clean background check. Tattoos may be acceptable, please advise if you have any visible tattoos.
START DATE/LOCATION: July-West Palm Beach, FL.
SALARY: DOE
**Please do not apply until you’ve thoroughly read this job description and understand the start date, requirements, and passport type needed!