Crew Roles

Yacht Crew Positions in Fort Lauderdale

From entry-level deckhands to seasoned superyacht captains — Fort Lauderdale's private and charter yacht fleet operates all six departments year-round. Find salary data, certification requirements, and career paths for every role.

Captain Position

$120k – $300k+

Ultimate command authority. MCA/USCG certified. The hardest position to fill above 3,000 GT.

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Chef Position

$60k – $150k+

Charter chefs drive repeat bookings. Provisioning, dietary management, rotation programmes.

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Stewardess Position

$42k – $108k

Interior department from junior stew to chief stew. Guest experience start to finish.

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Engineer Position

$48k – $140k+

The hardest position to fill. Y4/Y3/Y2 ticket. Acute shortage, strong compensation.

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Deckhand Position

$42k – $66k

The entry point for most yacht careers. STCW + RYA Powerboat L2. Consistent Fort Lauderdale demand.

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Mate & First Officer Position

$60k – $120k

OOW 500 GT officers and chief mates. Bridge career path to captain.

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🌴 Why Fort Lauderdale Dominates Yacht Crew Hiring

  • Largest concentration of superyachts in the Western Hemisphere (October–April)
  • Home to the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) — the world's biggest boat show
  • Three premier superyacht refit yards within 5 miles: Rybovich, Bradford Marine, Lauderdale Marine Center
  • Multiple MCA and USCG-approved maritime training centres within 45 minutes
  • Transit hub for Caribbean, Bahamas, and US East Coast charter routes

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