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Captain

Executive/Head Chef in United States

Start date : 30th July 2025

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Position Executive/Head Chef

Vessel/Shorebased Type 52m (171ft)

Vessel Type Motor Yacht

Charter/Private Both

Yacht Built 2007

Number of Crew 11

Position Type Permanent Position

Yachting Experience 5+ years

Professional Chef Experience 5+ years

Looking for Team/Couple No

Posted 17th Jul 2025

Job ID #2890889

Summary

Position: Full-Time Chef (U.S. Male, Cabin Available)

Vessel: 52M U.S.-Flagged Feadship

We are seeking a skilled and motivated full-time chef for a 52-meter U.S.-flagged Feadship based in Fort Lauderdale. This vessel is primarily private with occasional charters and operates with a close-knit crew of 11. The position offers flexibility to live aboard or ashore; however, candidates must be Fort Lauderdale-based and in FTL to interview.

This is a great job for someone that wants to keep a foot on a yacht but be based in FTL. You can live aboard or ashore.

Pleases do not apply if you are not American or a Green Card holder and Male!

  • Must have STCW and a USCG medical certificate,
  • Must be American or Green Card no B1B2 We cannot hire B1B2. You have to be legal to work on a US flag boat with US taxes.
  • Must be Male for cabins, Cabin is shared
  • Good driving record and pass a background check, drug test.

Start date: end of July

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare lunch and occasional dinners for crew while at the home dock
  • Occasionally cook at the owner’s private residence in Sunny Isles
  • Prepare weekly to-go meals for the owner's parents a few days a week

Benefits:

  • 50% healthcare insurance coverage
  • 40 days of vacation annually
  • Pay DOE, US taxed

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated chef seeking a long-term, stable role with a balance of onboard and private estate culinary duties.


Languages

English / Fluent

Visas

  • Green Card (or US Citizen)

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)
  • STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
  • ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)
  • Drivers License

Location

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  • Homeport Fort Lauderdale, United States
  • Destination Caribbean Sea
  • Current Location Fort Lauderdale, United States

More from Captain

  • Starting 30th Jul 2025
  • Permanent
  • 52m (171ft) Motor Yacht
  • United States

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