Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts

Assistant Yacht Director & Marina Operations Manager (Shipboard)

Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts$75K — $95K *
Miami, FL 33186In-Person
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in luxury hospitality/cruise line entertainment management
  • Proven track record in leading and developing entertainment teams
  • Exceptional hosting and interpersonal skills with a charismatic stage presence
  • Strong understanding of entertainment and enrichment programs
  • Excellent communication and public speaking skills
  • Ability to adapt swiftly to changing operational needs
  • Fluency in English; additional languages (Spanish, German, French) valued

Responsibilities

  • Oversee Marina, Water Sports, and Kids For All Seasons programs
  • Ensure safe and efficient Marina operations
  • Develop and implement engaging children's programs
  • Support the Yacht Entertainment Director in various tasks
  • Maintain high Four Seasons service standards
  • Engage with guests and enhance their overall experience
  • Coordinate with shore-side teams for seamless operations

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development
  • Complimentary employee meals during onboard shifts
Full Job Description
About the role:

The Assistant Yacht Director is a key leadership role responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences through the oversight of Marina, Water Sports, and Kids For All Seasons programs. This position ensures safe and efficient Marina operations, develops engaging children's programs, and provides essential support to the Yacht Entertainment Director, all while maintaining the highest Four Seasons standards.

What you bring

Required:
  • Minimum 5 years of senior-level experience in luxury hospitality or cruise line entertainment management.
  • Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing entertainment teams with a focus on fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
  • Exceptional hosting and interpersonal skills, coupled with a confident and charismatic stage presence, capable of engaging upscale and demanding clientele.
  • Strong understanding of entertainment and enrichment programs, including technical requirements, with the ability to create and execute engaging onboard activities.
  • Excellent communication and public speaking skills, enabling effective interaction with guests, ship personnel, and shore-side teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, including schedule adjustments and operational needs.
  • Fluent in written and spoken English, with additional fluency in Spanish, German, or French highly valued.


What we offer:
• Competitive Salary and Development opportunities
• Complimentary Employee Meals while onboard

Schedule & Hours:
• Willingness to live and work onboard the Yacht for extended periods, with travel to various international destinations. Must be able to work for 4 months on schedule.

About Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hotel and resort company that was founded in 1960 by Isadore Sharp. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and operates more than 100 hotels and resorts in over 40 countries. Four Seasons is known for its high-end amenities and personalized service, and has been recognized with numerous awards and accolades. The company is privately held and has been owned by Cascade Investment, a company controlled by Bill Gates, since 2007.
Learn more about Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
Size
45,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1993

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