Summer Ferry Deckhand & Bartender — On the Water
Rhode Island Fast Ferry
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Job description
Location: 1347 Roger Williams Way, North Kingstown, RI
Company: Rhode Island Fast Ferry
Compensation: Hourly wage + tips (DOE)
Rhode Island Fast Ferry operates high-speed ferry service between Rhode Island and Martha’s Vineyard, along with scenic lighthouse cruises on Narragansett Bay.
We’re a close-knit, high-energy team that takes pride in safe, reliable operations and delivering a great passenger experience. Our crews work in a fast-paced environment where teamwork, professionalism, and a positive attitude are key.
Rhode Island Fast Ferry is seeking Deckhand / Bartenders for our summer season (May - October). This is a full-time seasonal position (30–50 hours/week, typically 4–5 shifts) combining onboard bartending with deckhand responsibilities.
This is an ideal role for college students or anyone looking for a fast-paced, customer-facing job on the water with strong earning potential through tips.
- Prepare and serve beverages to passengers in a professional, friendly manner
- Deliver a high-quality, customer-focused onboard experience
- Assist with passenger boarding, loading, and safety
- Handle lines during docking and departure
- Help maintain vessel cleanliness and organization
- Assist with luggage handling and passenger needs
- Support emergency procedures and onboard safety protocols
- Perform light maintenance and general vessel upkeep
- Must be 18 years or older
- Friendly, outgoing personality with strong customer service skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Bartending or hospitality experience (preferred)
- Boating or maritime experience (a plus)
- First Aid / CPR / AED certification (a plus)
- Great summer job with hourly pay + tips
- Work in a fun, high-energy environment on the water
- Be part of a tight-knit, motivated crew
- Build customer service and maritime experience
- Participation in the Company Random Drug Testing Program is required
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