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Interlake Steamship Company

2nd Cook

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$17.25 - $21.25/hr

The 'General Purpose Maintenance' crewmember may work in either the deck, engine, or galley department as appropriate. This position requires an endorsement as Ordinary Seaman and Food Handler (F.H ...

Dutra Group

Credentialed Shipboard Welder

San Rafael, CA · On-site

$505.77/day

Ordinary Seaman Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) Issued by the US Coast Guard * Current US Coast ... Diligently attends to detail and pursues quality in accomplishing tasks. Checks work to ensure ...

Right at Home

Live-In's

Skokie, IL · On-site

$180 - $200/day

That's where you come in ... At Right at Home, we help ordinary people who have a passion to serve others become extraordinary ...

ssc

Tankerman - Marine

Tampa, FL

Ordinary Seaman, * Steward's Department (F.H.) * Tankerman PIC limited to Dangerous Liquid (DL ... Able to work in confined spaces, carrying heavy tools, climbing and descending ladders, and ...

Right at Home

LIVE IN CAREGIVER

Waco, TX · On-site

$180 - $200/day

Live in caregivers stay in the home full time for 2-6 days at a time. This position is in the Waco ... At Right at Home, we help ordinary people who have a passion to serve others become extraordinary ...

Bowhead

Deckhand

Mobile, AL

Prefer applicants residing in Baldwin County; near Fairhope, Alabama. * Merchant Marine credential as an ordinary seaman; highly desired. * Experience with helicopter/vessel close proximity ...

Bowhead

Deckhand

Fairhope, AL · On-site

Prefer applicants residing in Baldwin County; near Fairhope, Alabama. * Merchant Marine credential as an ordinary seaman; highly desired. * Experience with helicopter/vessel close proximity ...

Bowhead

Deckhand

Mobile, AL

Prefer applicants residing in Baldwin County; near Fairhope, Alabama. * Merchant Marine credential as an ordinary seaman; highly desired. * Experience with helicopter/vessel close proximity ...

Bowhead

Deckhand

Mobile, AL

Prefer applicants residing in Baldwin County; near Fairhope, Alabama. * Merchant Marine credential as an ordinary seaman; highly desired. * Experience with helicopter/vessel close proximity ...

McAllister Towing

Mate

Philadelphia, PA

Active in the Port of Philadelphia since the 1940s, McAllister has become a driving force in the ... Preferred Experience: * Several years as an Able-Bodied Seaman/Ordinary Seaman. Required ...

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How much do live in ordinary seaman jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for live in ordinary seaman in the United States is $129,787.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $119,000.00 and $148,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Live In Ordinary Seaman vs Ordinary Seaman?

AspectLive In Ordinary SeamanOrdinary Seaman
CredentialsSTCW Basic Safety Training, Maritime CertificationsSTCW Basic Safety Training, Maritime Certifications
Work EnvironmentLives aboard the vessel, long shifts, confined spacesWorks on deck, short-term or shift-based
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in cruise ships, cargo ships, offshore vesselsStandard entry-level role on various ships

Both Live In Ordinary Seaman and Ordinary Seaman require similar certifications and work in maritime environments. The key difference is that Live In Ordinary Seaman resides aboard the vessel, often working long shifts and living on-site, while Ordinary Seaman typically works on deck during shifts without living accommodations onboard.

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Infographic showing various Live In Ordinary Seaman job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 48% Full Time, and 52% Part Time. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,787 per year, or $62.4 per hour.
2nd Cook

2nd Cook

Interlake Steamship Company

Cleveland, OH • On-site

$17.25 - $21.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:

The ‘General Purpose Maintenance – Galley’ crewmember may be either an experienced or entry level position assisting the Chief Steward in all aspects of Galley Department operations. This can include meal preparation, cleaning/sanitation, stocking, rotation, light hotel services, and oversight of vessel guests.

The ‘General Purpose Maintenance’ crewmember may work in either the deck, engine, or galley department as appropriate. This position requires an endorsement as Ordinary Seaman and Food Handler (F.H.) on a Merchant Mariner Credential.

Direct Supervisor – Chief Steward

Primary Responsibilities:

Second Cook (and Porter as applicable):

  • Assist in the preparation of daily meals, night lunch, and salad bar
  • Manage bakery needs of the galley department
  • Assist with cleaning/sanitation of all Galley spaces
  • Assist with stocking and rotation of galley provisions and consumables
  • Oversee light hotel services (i.e. Captain quarters, guest quarters, and linen management)
  • Oversee guest/owner spaces for cleaning and stocking
  • Oversee company guests aboard vessels to ensure safety and comfort
  • Any other duties as requested by the Chief Steward
  • Respond in accordance with the duties listed on the Station Bill

Credential, License / Endorsement, and Certificate Requirements:

  • Valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
  • Valid U.S. Coast Guard Medical Certificate
  • Valid U.S. DOT Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)
  • Endorsement of U.S. Coast Guard as Ordinary Seaman AND Food Handler (F.H.)
  • Certificate of completion for First Aid / CPR / AED course
  • Certificate of completion for Servsafe (Food Handler)
  • Minimum 5-year company (or Union) physical noting “Fit for Duty” status