Sole Steward(ess) in United States

Summary

Seeking a Sole Steward/ess - Cook and deckhand team (married, couples, good friends, siblings) ideally  

Job ID: 1634184 

Itinerary:  90' - based in Fort Lauderdale with trips to the Bahamas winter, NY area summer. 

Job Description:

This is a hands-on, all-rounder role best suited for motivated and discreet professional team. This program is not very busy during winter season, however the owner's and guests do take 1-2 week trips and when on board it is a busy schedule. There is plenty of time off between trips. In the summer it will be busy. Staying on board most of the time with some dinner cruises, short summer trips. 

Start Date: January 2026 

Requirements: 

Must hold a b1/b2 visa or US passport/Green card. Minimum 1 year expiration on b1/b2 visa.  

Minimum 1-2 seasons ideally and a hospitality background is a plus! 

Passport valid minimum 1 year

ENG1 or current marine medical (minimum 6 months)

STCW

Food hygiene is a plus

PBLII is a plus

Ideal Steward/ess and Cook Candidate: 

Minimum 1–2 seasons experience in a similar role aboard private or charter yachts

Confident handling interior, drinks and some meals. Owner's do enjoy going out but also like for the crew to eat meals with them some of the time.

Proven experience with silver service and maintaining high-end cabin standards

Discreet and respectful of owners’ privacy – no excessive phone use or social media browsing

FOR DECK:

basic deck operations, including lines, fenders, and solo mooring

exterior deck duties, including washdowns, polishing, etc.

Discreet and respectful of owners’ privacy – no excessive phone use or social media browsing 

Additional Details: 

• Salary: Commensurate with experience

• Leave: Generous time off

• Contract: Standard MLC

This is a great opportunity for a professional stewardess/cook and deck team or friends/siblings who enjoys a private yacht environment and values a respectful, professional, highly maintained place to live and work.

Essential Qualifications

Entry Level Qualifications (or equivalent)

• STCW 95 (STCW 2010)
• ENG 1 (Medical Certificate)