Mate

Posted:
4/2/2026, 4:32:24 AM

Location(s):
Florida, United States ⋅ Deerfield Beach, Florida, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

JM Family is currently looking for a Mate to join our Marine department. Our Mates work on our Gallant Lady yachts performing a variety of tasks. Our Mate position is not live-aboard while at home port. During cruising season, Mates work 2–3 week assignments in the Caribbean, the Bahamas, and New England. All boats are based in the Fort Lauderdale/Deerfield area. The ideal candidate will want a career in the cruising field.

Our Mate position is the best in the Industry! WHY?...Our Benefits and Work/Life balance!

We offer our full-time Mate associates:

  • Competitive health & wellness benefits
  • 4 weeks paid time off
  • Year-round salary (no tips) so you can enjoy a steady income.
  • Annual Merit increases and year-end Bonuses as well as Pension and Profit Sharing benefits
  • Ongoing (paid) training and education for our Mates to encourage obtaining USCG licenses, endorsements, and proficiency at various on-the-job skills. In addition, we offer professional training classes at MPT.
  • Onsite amenities including a Fitness Center, Salon, Credit Union, and Clinic (to include nutrition and physical therapy), etc.
  • Amazing associate deals and discounts on Toyota vehicles
  • We are a corporate operation (not a charter operation), so we offer the opportunity for growth and development as well as career advancement.

Responsibilities:

  • Cleaning and detailing the interior and exterior of the vessels.
  • Providing exterior/interior maintenance, stewarding, and guest services.
  • Providing fine dining and bar-tending services to guests.
  • Conducting guest tours of the vessels, assisting with snorkeling, fishing or sightseeing trips, and other miscellaneous duties.
  • Our fleet consists of:
  • 172' Feadship
  • 65' Princess Sport Bridge
  • 45' Everglades Center Console
  • 30' Fluid RIB

Qualifications:

  • Must possess and maintain a valid US driver's license and JMFE-approved driving record.
  • Prior hospitality industry and/or yachting/boating experience preferred.  
  • Desire to pursue a career in the marine industry required.
  • Team player with exceptional interpersonal skills and professional demeanor required.
  • Ability to travel 2 to 3 weeks per month throughout the year; Must possess a valid US driver's license and a current passport.
  • Ability to work well with all levels of individuals.
  • Ability to assist guests with swimming and snorkeling activities.
  • Ability to adhere to strict no-smoking guidelines while aboard.
  • Ability to move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time and frequently ascend and descend a ladder to service guests and crew. 
  • Ability to constantly position/balance self about the yacht to including squatting, crouching, and kneeling. 

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This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of JM Family. All work arrangements are subject to associate performance, business need and manager discretion, and may be revised as necessary.

JM FAMILY IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

JM Family Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, retaining, and promoting qualified associates without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, mental or physical disability, national origin, marital status, citizenship, military status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law.

 

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS 

If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact JM Family’s Talent Acquisition department at [email protected] for assistance. If you have an accommodation request for one of our recruiting events, please notify us at least 72 hours prior so that we may provide assistance.