ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Maritime Cooking Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Compass Group

PREP COOK

Vallejo, CA · On-site

$20.25/hr

Cal Poly Maritime Academy * We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PREP COOK positions. * Address : 200 Maritime Academy Drive, Vallejo, CA 94590. Note: online applications accepted ...

Crew NY

Line Cook

New York, NY · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

Line Cooks are an integral part of our award-winning back-of-house team. VENUE Holywater Holywater ... The maritime-themed, underground space consists of three intimate rooms - a cocktail bar, a lounge ...

Compass Group

COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Vallejo, CA · On-site

$22.25/hr

Cal Poly Maritime Academy * We are hiring immediately for full time and part time COOK positions. * Address : 200 Maritime Academy Drive, Vallejo, CA 94590. Note: online applications accepted only.

Chartwells HE

COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Vallejo, CA · On-site

$22.25/hr

Cal Poly Maritime Academy * We are hiring immediately for full time and part time COOK positions. * Address : 200 Maritime Academy Drive, Vallejo, CA 94590. Note: online applications accepted only.

Highgate Hotels

Cook 2 (Line Cook) - Banquets

Savannah, GA · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

... maritime details in the Atlantic. Complete your experience with a relaxing visit to the hotel spa ... Proficiency in the following cooking techniques: charbroiling, poaching, deep-frying, sauté ...

previous page

Showing results 41-60

All JobsMaritime Cooking Jobs

Maritime Cooking information

See salary details

$9

$17

$22

How much do maritime cooking jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 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.

How to become a maritime cook?

To become a maritime cook, you typically need relevant culinary training or experience, along with safety certifications such as STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers). Experience working in kitchens and knowledge of maritime safety protocols are also important for working on ships or in maritime environments.
More about Maritime Cooking jobs
What cities are hiring for Maritime Cooking jobs? Cities with the most Maritime Cooking job openings:
What states have the most Maritime Cooking jobs? States with the most job openings for Maritime Cooking jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Maritime Cooking jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Maritime Cooking jobs are:
Maritime Cooking jobs near you
Infographic showing various Maritime Cooking job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $35,582 per year, or $17.1 per hour.

MATE- Anchorage Harbor

Cook Inlet Tug & Barge

Anchorage, AK • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Mate of Towing 200 GT -

We are Alaska’s tug and barge company – and are growing.

Cook Inlet Tug & Barge has provided marine services since 1924. We specialize in harbor services  throughout South Central and Western Alaska. Visit www.cookinlettug.com to learn more about us.

Why Cook Inlet Tug & Barge? 

Simply put, Cook Inlet Tug & Barge is a team of exceptional merchant mariners. If you are looking for steady year-round work and enjoy what you do, this is an opportunity of a lifetime! We are committed to employee safety and take pride in our professional operations.

 

We offer competitive pay and a full package of benefits to include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more to our full-time employees.

Get your application in today at: https://www.cookinlettug.com/careers!

Roles and Responsibilities

 

As a Mate you are responsible to the Captain for the safety and security of the vessel. 

Working at the direction of the Captain to perform various tasks such as:

  • Ensuring crew's welfare and training in areas such as safety, firefighting, search and rescue.
  • Ensure the safe navigation of the vessel while steering, operating, pushing, and pulling barges and other vessels under tow, while docking, or unloading.
  • Implement company policies and procedures, and general maritime industry standards to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Focus on water depth, weather, surging and other traffic.
  • Keeping the tow wire clear of the bottom, navigational aids, and other vessels.
  • Assist with inspections and conduct required drills, training, safety meetings and records per company policy to include essential notifications.
  • Other duties as assigned, including, working on deck and barges.
Qualifications:  
  • Mate of Towing 200 GT inland (near coastal preferred) with Towing Endorsement (TOAR) required.
  • Any AB rating (Able Seaman), Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch (RFPNW) and Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boat with Life Boatman (preferred).
  • Valid USCG Merchant Mariner Credential required and PIC (preferred).
  • Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
  • Valid state driver's license.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Experience and Skills:  
  • Two (2) years of previous experience as a Deckhand operating harbor tugs with ASD propulsion (preferred).
  • Z drive experience highly preferred.
  • Three (3) years of sea-going experience on towing vessels (preferred).
  • Marine operations background and familiar with shipyards and tugs(preferred).
  • Extensive knowledge of Maritime law and current updates.
  • Skilled with equipment best suited to handle the job at hand.

Working conditions:

  • Lodging and provisions on the vessel.
  • Must be physically fit to climb aboard tugs and barges, ascend and descend ladders and balance while aboard vessels in a seaway; kneel, stoop, use stairs, reach overhead, and stand for long periods. 
  • Comfortable with heights or narrow walkways. 
  • Must be able to work 12 hours a day every day.
  • Exposure to all weather conditions (rain, ice, snow, heat, wind, etc.).
  • Year-round work, typical shift is two weeks on/off.

Cook Inlet Tug & Barge is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce and taking affirmative action to employ and advance qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. We are a drug-free employer and a participant of the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

Explore transportation and logistics industry job opportunities from Hawaii to Alaska, and Washington State to throughout the Caribbean. Visit saltchukjobboard.com today!

Apply