Job Descriptions & Salary Ranges for Crew
Aboard Luxury Yachts

The salary ranges are just that. There are many variables with salaries, the most important being experience and licensing. Other factors are whether you are on a Motor or Sailing Yacht, A Charter or Private Yacht, and the Port of Registration. Salaries given below are in US dollars per month. Crew also has food, crew uniforms, laundry and any necessary expenses regarding work provided for them by the yacht. For further details please contact Ship To Shore.

Captains

Captains are legally in charge of the vessel.
They are responsible for the safety and operation of the vessel, and for the well being of all the persons on board. They have to be licensed depending on their nationality and the registration, tonnage and program of the vessel, mainly either by MCA or USCG regulatory authorities.

Their duties will include but are not be limited to:

• Navigation, piloting and maneuvering the vessel
• Organization of repairs and refits for the vessel
• Budget and manage accounts for the vessel
• Employment, management and organization of crew
• Ensure that safety systems, drills and procedures are carried out in compliance with regulatory authorities
• Full legal understanding of customs, immigrations, chartering and vessel documentation
• Gracious social interaction with owner and guests and proper leadership of crew

Salary range:

< 60ft 18m	$3,000 - 5.000
61-75ft < 23m	$4000 - 7,000
76-100ft < 33m	$5000 - 9000
100-125ft < 38m	$8,000 - 11,000
125-160ft < 48m	$8,000 - 13,000
160-200ft < 60m	$9,000 - 15,000
200ft 60m >	$10,000+

1st Mate (licensed)

Duties will include but are not be limited to:

• Responsible for maintaining and running the deck
• Organization of yacht maneuvers in and out of harbors and at sea
• Navigation and operation of bridge electronics
• Passage planning
• In charge of safety drills and maintenance of safety equipment
• Compliance with MCA standards
• Training and supervision of deckhands

Salary range:

< 60ft 18m	N/A
61-75ft	$3000 - 4000
76-100ft < 33m	$3500 - 5500
100-125 < 38m	$4000 - 6000
125-160ft < 48m	$4500 - 6500
160-200 < 60m	$5,500 - 7000
200ft 60m >	$$6500+

Engineers

Duties will include but are not be limited to:

• Responsible for the maintenance of the engines, generators and marine systems
• Understanding and maintaining the refrigeration, water makers, hydraulics, outboards, boat toys & electrical systems
• Helps with boat maneuvers
• Maintains logs of engine use
• Planning for fuel and water use
• Stands watch

Salary range:
This range will vary depending on whether you are a 1st or 2nd Engineer

< 60ft 18m	N/A
61-75ft 23m	N/A
76-100ft 33m	$4,000 - 5,000
100-125ft 38m	$4,000 - 6,000
125-160ft 48m	$5,000 - 8,000
160-200ft 60m	$5,000 - 9,000
200ft 60m >	$8,000+

Chef/Cook

Responsible for providing meals for the Guests and Crew aboard the vessel. The chef will usually work alone and will be responsible for the planning, provisioning, budgeting and execution of the meals for guests and crew.

With a Charter Yacht the guests will usually provide a preference sheet with their food requests and dietary requirements. The Chef will organize a meal plan around these preferences. Maintain immaculate cleanliness and hygiene in the galley. Maintain a well-organized and tidy galley.

Salary range:
A chef's salary can vary with the amount of people they are required to cook for. The qualifications and training of the chef, and the standard of cuisine required.

< 60ft 18m	$2500 - 3500
61-75ft < 23m	$3000 - 4000
76-100ft < 33m	$3500 - 6000
100-125ft < 38m	$3500 - 6500
125-160ft < 48m	$4000 - 7000
160-200ft < 60m	$5,000 - 8000
200ft 60m >	$5500+

Chief Stewardess

Supervises the interior management of the boat. Responsible for overseeing and training of the interior staff. Responsible for the budgeting and planning of the interior. Works to provide 5 star service for the owners and guests.

Stewardess / Steward

Responsible for the interior of the boat with regards to hospitality and housekeeping. Responsible for all the service to the Owners and Guests. Table setting and floral décor and arrangements for "Theme" evenings. Silver service or general table service. Responsible for the immaculate cleanliness of the interior. Inventory and planning, bartending and cocktail duties. Assistance to the chef and possible crew cooking. Assistance on deck and watch keeping when necessary.

Salary range:
Varies depending on whether you are a 2nd, 3rd or 4th Stewardess
A Chief Stewardess can earn up to a $2000 above the higher range.

<60ft	N/A
61-75ft < 23m	$2000 - 3500
76-100ft < 33m	$2500 - 4000
100-125ft < 38m	$2000 - 4500
125-160ft < 48m	$2500 - 4500
160ft 48m >	$2500 - 5000

Deckhands

Responsible for helping maneuvering the boat. Cleanliness and routine maintenance of boat. Helpful to other crew wherever needed, in the interior, galley & engine room. Stand watch.

Salary range:

< 60ft 18m	N/A
61-75ft < 23m	$2,000 - 3,000
76-100ft 33m	$2,000 - 3,500
100-125ft < 38m	$2,500 - 3500
125-160ft < 48m	$2,500 - 3500
160-200ft < 60m	$2,500 - 3,500
200ft 60m >	$2,500+

All crew must be prepared to work long hours and maintain a clean and professional appearance, and at all times maintain excellent manners the guests and team spirit with the other crew.

STCW 95 is a safety at sea course, that is required for all crew of passenger carrying Vessels over 200 GRT's. Ship to Shore recommends this important qualification for all crew working on any boat. We will be happy to provide details of STCW 95 courses in the New England area.