Summary
Position: Experienced Sole Stew/Cook – 85’ US-Flagged Private Yacht
Location: West Palm Beach, FL (Winter) / Montauk, NY (Summer)
Start Date: ASAP – Exumas trip begins April 14
A busy and well-maintained 85’ US-flagged private yacht is seeking a skilled and experienced Sole Stew/Cook to manage both the interior and galley. This is a full-time, live-aboard position working alongside a Captain/Engineer and Mate.
Candidate Requirements:
- Proven experience in both interior service and light cooking
- Strong time management skills and the ability to work independently
- Must be a US citizen or Green Card holder – no B1/B2 visa candidates
- Candidates with local housing in South Florida may have the option to live ashore when the vessel is docked
Program Details:
- Home Port: West Palm Beach, FL (owner’s condo currently under construction in Boca Raton – temporary onboard accommodations required)
- Upcoming Travel: Exumas trip begins April 14, followed by a return to West Palm Beach, then relocating to Montauk, NY for the summer
- Summer Schedule: Heavy owner usage; regular trips to NYC on weekends, but the yacht will be in frequent use throughout the season
- Galley Notes: Owners often dine ashore or have meals catered; expectations around food are minimal, but professionalism, flexibility, and efficiency are key
Crew Structure: 3 Full-Time – Captain/Engineer, Mate, Sole Stew/Cook
Salary: DOE (Depending on Experience)