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Saltchuk Marine

Senior Commercial Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site

$132K - $199K/yr

Its core operating businesses include Foss Maritime, Cook Inlet Tug & Barge and AmNav Maritime. Together, these companies provide essential marine logistics, harbor assist, and project services. The ...

Marine Towage

Senior Commercial Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site

$132K - $199K/yr

Its core operating businesses include Foss Maritime, Cook Inlet Tug & Barge and AmNav Maritime. Together, these companies provide essential marine logistics, harbor assist, and project services. The ...

American Commercial Barge Line LLC

Vessel Cook

Harahan, LA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Previous Cooking experience in the maritime industry. * Culinary degree or relevant certification. Reasons you will love working at ACBL ... * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Supportive ...

American Commercial Barge Line LLC

Vessel Cook

Port Allen, LA · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

Previous Cooking experience in the maritime industry. * Culinary degree or relevant certification. Reasons you will love working at ACBL ... * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Supportive ...

American Commercial Barge Line LLC

Vessel Cook

Paducah, KY · On-site

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

Previous Cooking experience in the maritime industry. * Culinary degree or relevant certification. Reasons you will love working at ACBL ... * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Supportive ...

American Commercial Barge Line LLC

Vessel Cook

Convent, LA · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Previous Cooking experience in the maritime industry. * Culinary degree or relevant certification. Reasons you will love working at ACBL ... * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Supportive ...

American Commercial Barge Line LLC

Vessel Cook

Vacherie, LA · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Previous Cooking experience in the maritime industry. * Culinary degree or relevant certification. Reasons you will love working at ACBL ... * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Supportive ...

American Commercial Barge Line LLC

Vessel Cook

Cairo, IL · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

Previous Cooking experience in the maritime industry. * Culinary degree or relevant certification. Reasons you will love working at ACBL ... * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Supportive ...

American Commercial Barge Line LLC

Vessel Cook

Memphis, TN

$15.25 - $19/hr

Previous Cooking experience in the maritime industry. * Culinary degree or relevant certification. Reasons you will love working at ACBL ... * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Supportive ...

American Commercial Barge Line

Vessel Cook

Memphis, TN · On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

Previous Cooking experience in the maritime industry. * Culinary degree or relevant certification. Reasons you will love working at ACBL ... * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Supportive ...

Cook Inlet Tug & Barge

Mate- Summer Seasonal

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$36.75 - $40.25/hr

Mate of Tow Seasonal Opportunity | Cook Inlet Tug & Barge Season Dates: 2026 Summer Seasonal Location: Alaska *Sign-On Bonus Available Set Sail on an Alaska Maritime Adventure If you're an ...

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How much do maritime cooking jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for maritime cooking in the United States is $17.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Maritime Cooking vs Marine Catering?

AspectMaritime CookingMarine Catering
CertificationsFood safety, maritime safetyFood safety, maritime safety
Work EnvironmentShips, boats, offshore platformsShips, offshore platforms, cruise ships
Industry UsageFisheries, shipping companies, cruise linesFisheries, cruise lines, offshore oil rigs
Job FocusPreparing meals onboard vesselsProviding catering services on ships and offshore

Maritime Cooking and Marine Catering both involve preparing food in maritime environments and require similar safety certifications. Maritime Cooking generally refers to the culinary skills needed to prepare meals onboard ships, while Marine Catering emphasizes the broader catering services provided to passengers and crew. Both roles are essential in the shipping and offshore industries, with overlapping skills but different focuses on meal preparation versus full catering services.

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Infographic showing various Maritime Cooking job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 50% Full Time, 48% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,582 per year, or $17.1 per hour.

Senior Commercial Manager

Saltchuk Marine

Seattle, WA • On-site

$132K - $199K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Develop and execute commercial strategies that drive sustainable growth and profitability.

  • Lead negotiations for service agreements, pricing, and long-term commercial contracts.

  • Build and strengthen relationships with shipping lines, terminal operators, government agencies, and key customers.

Job description

About Us
Saltchuk Marine operates a portfolio of marine transportation companies focused on tug, projects, and harbor services across the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, and Hawaii. Its core operating businesses include Foss Maritime, Cook Inlet Tug & Barge and AmNav Maritime. Together, these companies provide essential marine logistics, harbor assist, and project services. The group plays a key role in supporting energy, industrial, and community supply chains in complex maritime environments.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced, commercially driven leader based in Seattle to help grow and strengthen our towage business across the Pacific Northwest, California, and Hawaii, as well as other areas where Saltchuk Marine operates. The Commercial Manager will lead customer relationships, commercial strategy, contract negotiations, and business development across a diverse portfolio of ports and marine services. Working closely with operations and senior leadership, this role offers the opportunity to make a visible impact on a market-leading maritime business.
This is a high-impact position with broad exposure to executive leadership and significant influence over the future direction of the commercial organization. The level and title of this position may be calibrated based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
What You'll Do
  • Develop and execute commercial strategies that drive sustainable growth and profitability.
  • Build and strengthen relationships with shipping lines, terminal operators, government agencies, and key customers.
  • Lead negotiations for service agreements, pricing, and long-term commercial contracts.
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities across existing and adjacent marine services.
  • Partner with operations to deliver safe, reliable, and customer-focused solutions.
  • Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and port developments to inform business strategy.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activities.
  • Represent the Company throughout the Pacific Northwest and Canada at customer and industry events.

What We're Looking For
  • 7+ years of experience in maritime, ports, logistics, transportation, or related industrial services.
  • Demonstrated success in commercial management, strategic account management, or business development.
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
  • Commercial mindset with the ability to balance customer, operational, and financial objectives.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Maritime Studies, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
  • Ability and willingness to travel regularly.

Why Join Us?
  • Play a key role in a growing, market-leading marine services organization.
  • High visibility and direct interaction with executive leadership.
  • Opportunity to shape the future of the commercial function and grow with the business.
  • Build long-term relationships with some of the maritime industry's most important customers.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Compensation:
Pay for this position will be between $132,976 to $199,464 annually based on experience. This position is eligible to participate in our annual incentive compensation plan (ICP). The target bonus will be 20% of base salary, subject to company and individual performance and per company policy.
Benefits:
  • The benefit program includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
  • This position will accrue 15 days of vacation a year. Accrued vacation will be vested and available for use after successfully completing six (6) months of service.
  • Life insurance equal to two times annual base salary.
  • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Long term disability insurance.
  • 401k program with a 4% match, vested immediately.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Business travel assistance program.
  • Other voluntary benefits are available for purchase via payroll deduction at group rates.
  • Nine (9) paid holidays with two (2) additional floating holidays available after six (6) months of service.
  • Full time employees will accrue ninety-six (96) hours of sick leave per year, up to a maximum of 1,040 hours.
  • Bereavement Leave - three (3) paid days off for a death in the immediate family, or five (5) days off if travel greater than 500 miles is required.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • All other benefits as required by law

How to Apply
Ready to set sail with Saltchuk Marine Towage? Submit your application via our careers page. If you need any assistance please reach out to hr@saltchukmarine.com. We look forward to welcoming you aboard.
Drug Free Workplace
Saltchuk Marine Towage is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Saltchuk Marine Towage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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