Catamaran Crew

RED Hospitality & Leisure; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

RED Hospitality & Leisure in Key West, Florida, is seeking a Senior Mate with a minimum of 5 years of luxury yachting or commercial watersports experience. The role involves pre-trip provisioning, providing a guest-centric experience, and overseeing snorkel instruction. Candidates must have a current USCG credential and First Aid/CPR. A positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills are essential. This position requires working outdoors and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Previous charter experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of luxury yachting or commercial watersports experience.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in various outdoor settings.

Responsibilities

• Pre-trip provisioning, preparation, and vessel inspection.
• Provide a guest-centric luxury experience.
• In-water and topside snorkel instruction and supervision.

Skills

Luxury yachting experience

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Communication skills

Education

Current USCG credential

Current First Aid/CPR

Job description

Responsibilities

• Pre-trip provisioning, preparation, and vessel inspection
• Provide an enjoyable, guest‑centric and luxury experience throughout the excursion, including serving food and beverage
• Post‑trip cleaning and resupply
• Communication of critical maintenance needs
• In‑water and topside snorkel instruction and supervision
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of luxury yachting or commercial watersports aboard sailing catamarans over 55 feet carrying over 60 passengers (senior mate)
• Current USCG credential
• Current First Aid/CPR
• Ability to walk on various types of surfaces including rough terrain, sitting, standing, maintaining balance, on the beach, and in the water, and work alone
• Ability to work in various settings such as exposure to sunlight and outside temperature
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all persons contacted during the work
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply regulations and safe practices
• Ability to operate assigned equipment, read and interpret documents
• Ability to multi‑task
• Ability to speak and write clearly and concisely
• Must be able to operate with little or no supervision
• Must be willing to work holidays, nights, and weekends
• Strong interpersonal skills and positive attitude
• Team player, positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Previous day charter experience is a plus
• Knowledge of local destinations
• Basic knowledge of maintenance of vessels a plus