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How much do boat cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for boat cook in California is $15.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.27 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Boat Cook vs Marine Steward?

AspectBoat CookMarine Steward
CertificationsFood safety, CPR, first aidFood safety, CPR, first aid
Work EnvironmentOnboard boats, yachts, cruise shipsOnboard ships, cruise vessels, yachts
Job ResponsibilitiesPreparing meals, menu planning, kitchen managementGuest services, hospitality, assisting with dining
Industry UsageMaritime hospitality, private yachts, cruise linesMaritime hospitality, cruise ships, luxury yachts

While both Boat Cooks and Marine Stewards work onboard ships and require food safety certifications, Boat Cooks focus primarily on meal preparation and kitchen management. Marine Stewards handle guest services and hospitality duties, often assisting with dining and entertainment. The roles complement each other in maritime hospitality settings, but the Boat Cook specializes in culinary tasks.

What is a boat cook?

Boat cooks are culinary professionals responsible for preparing meals on boats, ships, or yachts. They plan menus, order supplies, and cook meals in often limited galley spaces, ensuring the crew and passengers are well-fed and dietary needs are met. Boat cooks must be adaptable to unique kitchen setups, storage limitations, and sometimes rough seas. In addition to cooking, they often handle cleaning, inventory, and food safety tasks. Their role is crucial for maintaining morale and health on board.

What are some unique challenges a boat cook faces compared to a land-based chef?

Boat Cooks often deal with limited kitchen space, fluctuating supplies, and the motion of the vessel, which can make food preparation more difficult. They must be highly organized, creative with ingredients, and able to adapt menus based on what is available and what can be stored safely onboard. Collaboration with the crew is essential, as mealtimes need to fit around shifts and operational requirements, and dietary preferences or restrictions must be managed efficiently. Additionally, maintaining high food safety standards in a constantly moving environment is a key responsibility.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a boat cook, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Boat Cook, you need culinary expertise, experience in food safety, and often a relevant certification such as a food handler's permit or STCW training for maritime roles. Familiarity with galley equipment, inventory management systems, and knowledge of dietary restrictions is typically required. Resourcefulness, strong organizational skills, and adaptability help you excel in small kitchens and changing environments. These skills ensure high-quality meals, maintain health standards, and support crew morale on long voyages or remote locations.

What are popular job titles related to Boat Cook jobs in California?

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Infographic showing various Boat Cook job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $32,903 per year, or $15.8 per hour.

Instructional Aide - Expanded Learning (Catalina Island)

Long Beach Unified School District

Long Beach, CA • On-site

$20.35 - $25.21/hr

Part-time

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Job Summary
THIS POSITION IS FOR CATALINA ISLAND POSITIONS ONLY.
PLEASE NOTE: Employees who work or reside on Catalina Island shall receive Branch Assignment Premium (BAP) compensation. The BAP is due to Catalina Island being listed as a rural California community and as an island, it is remote and detached from mainland California. Employees will receive an additional $4.2247 to their hourly payrate for the BAP.
Testing for this position will take place at the Avalon School located on Catalina Island.
Avalon School is located on Catalina Island, 22 miles southwest of the Los Angeles Harbor Breakwater. Employees must live on the island, and/or arrange for their own transportation to and from the island. (Daily round trip boat cost to Catalina Island is approximately $91).
As an Instructional Aide in Expanded Learning, your role is versatile. You may be assigned to a dynamic before/after school program or provide essential support within a TK or Kindergarten classroom.
To give you a better idea of what to expect, please explore the videos below highlighting the daily duties for each path. We look forward to having you on board!
Role Overviews
Explore the dynamic responsibilities of Aides working in our before and after school programs.
Watch: View A Day In Expanded Learning - Opportunities Video
Learn how Instructional Aides guide our youngest students through their daily TK and Kindergarten routines.
Watch: Supporting Early Learners: A Guide to TK and Kindergarten Instructional Aide Daily Duties
Job Description / Essential Elements:
Job Summary
Please note:
All applications must be submitted online. If you would like application assistance our office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Our office is located at 4400 Ladoga Ave., Lakewood, CA 90713.
The eligibility list is being created to fill current and future vacancies as they occur. Positions in this classification are typically 3.6 hours a day and 10 months.
Under general supervision, assist in the planning and implementation of Expanded Learning Opportunities Programs (ELO-P) which meet the needs of individual students; participate in and monitor students in program activities; perform related duties as assigned.
Examples of Duties
The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of Expanded Learning Opportunities Programs (ELO-P) which meet the needs of individual students by considering interest, special needs and special talents. E
• Participate in and monitor students in program activities such as games, songs, physical exercises, free play, arts and crafts, snack and meal times, homework, breakfast and cooking clubs, and during instructional time. E
• Cultivate and maintain an environment promoting social and physical growth, self-esteem, reinforcement of positive attitudes, as well as opportunities for learning. E
• Maintain standards of student behavior to achieve effective participation in activities without interfering with the natural, informal atmosphere of the program; assist in enforcing discipline with positive strategies. E
• Organize activities including setting up materials, crafts and games, preparing bulletin boards, replenishing supplies, arranging furniture to facilitate program needs, and creating an orderly and clean environment. E
• Set up, prepare and serve snack and meal items; operate a griddle, oven and popcorn and snow-cone machines; clean up following snack and meal times. E
• Enroll students; collect program and activity fees; prepare and issue receipts; assist in the maintenance of accounting procedures including income and expenditures and inventory of equipment and supplies. E
• Communicate with and serve as a liaison between District staff, students, families, and others to exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve issues or concerns. E
• Participate in promoting enrollment and communication of program objectives and activities; assist in planning and conducting program orientation sessions for families to communicate policies, procedures, and schedule of program activities. E
• Perform a variety of program associated clerical work including answering telephones, filing, duplicating and typing materials, and preparing and maintaining a variety of records, logs and files related to assigned activities. E
Operate a variety of office and instructional equipment including a computer and assigned software; drive a personal vehicle as assigned by the position. E
• Attend and participate in workshops, in-services, staff meetings, and training programs. E
• Administer first aid or necessary physical assistance to ill or distressed students; may assist students with toileting and diapering as necessary; may administer prescribed medication in accordance with established District procedure. E
• Assist in monitoring the program for compliance with applicable health and safety regulations. E
• Open or close the program site as assigned by the position; may train and provide work direction and guidance to others as assigned. E
• Perform related duties as assigned.
Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized E which identifies essential duties required of the classification. This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Employment Standards
Knowledge of:
Concepts of child development and behavior.
Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
Record keeping and filing techniques.
Personal hygiene practices.
Generally accepted standards of health and sanitation.
CPR and first aid techniques.
Basic subjects taught in District schools.
Operation of office and classroom equipment including a computer and assigned software.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Ability to:
Assist in the planning and implementation of Expanded Learning Opportunities (ELO-P) Programs which meet the needs of individual students.
Participate in and monitor students in a variety of program activities.
Motivate students to participate in program activities.
Maintain equipment and facilities in a clean and orderly condition.
Work independently and as a member of a team.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Resolve discipline issues using positive strategies.
Interact with families and others in a direct, professional manner.
Apply and follow District and program rules, regulations, and daily practices.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Perform a variety of program associated clerical work.
Maintain routine records, logs and files.
Administer first aid or necessary physical assistance to ill or distressed students.
Administer prescribed medication in accordance with established District procedures.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Operate a variety of office and classroom equipment including a computer and assigned software.
Education and Training:
Graduation from high school or equivalent.
College-level coursework in early childhood education, social sciences, recreation, child development or a closely related field is desirable.
Experience:
Six months of experience working with students in an instructional, extended day care or similar recreation program.
Any other combination of education, training and experience, which demonstrates that the applicant is likely to possess the required skills, knowledge or abilities may be considered.
Special Requirements
Incumbents must possess within six months of employment and maintain CPR/First Aid certification throughout employment in this classification.
Some positions in this classification may require the use of a personal automobile and possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.
If you have questions regarding your applications or the recruitment process you may contact: perscom@lbschools.net or 562-435-5708.
Nondiscrimination Statement: The Long Beach Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, or bullying, targeted at any student or employee by anyone, based on the student or employees actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy and related conditions, parental status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Steve Rockenbach, Director of Employee Relations,1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-997-8220, srockenbach@lbschools.net and Title IX Coordinator: Kimberly Dalton, Director of Human Resource Services, 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-997-8108, kdalton@lbschools.net and 504 Coordinator: Jenny R. Acosta, Program Administrator, 2221 Argonne Ave, LB 90815, 562-986-6870, JRAcosta@lbschools.net.
If you have questions regarding your applications or the recruitment process you may contact: perscom@lbschools.net or 562-435-5708.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
The examination process for this recruitment may be comprised of one or any combination of the following: screening of the applicant's training, background, and experience; evaluation of responses on a supplemental application; written examination(s); qualifications appraisal oral examination; performance examination; or technical oral examination, scored on a job-related basis. Only the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations.
The eligibility list for this classification will remain in effect for a period of 6 months.
Requirements / Qualifications
For more information on Requirements/Qualifications, please contact the employer.
Comments and Other Information
For more information on Comments and Other Information, please contact the employer.
Comments and Other Information
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, applicants should confirm all closing dates, salaries, and job descriptions on the LBUSD website: www.lbschools.net
Apply at: lbschools.net/jobs
The Long Beach Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, national origin, religion, race or ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Steve Rockenbach, Director of Employee Relations, 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-997-8220, srockenbach@lbschools.net and Title IX Coordinator: Kimberly Dalton, Director of Human Resource Services, 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-997-8108, kdalton@lbschools.net.