Boat charter catering in Jacksonville from local chefs we know and trust, so your group can enjoy real food on the water while your captain takes care of the boat.
Boat charter catering in Jacksonville, made simple
Food is half the fun of a day on the water. However, nobody wants to spend the morning of a birthday, a corporate outing or a sunset dinner cutting sandwiches.
That's why we offer boat charter catering in Jacksonville through a small group of local chefs and caterers. You choose the chef and the menu, and the food is ready when your group steps aboard. Meanwhile, your USCG-licensed captain takes care of the boat, the route and the timing. In short, you just enjoy the day.
Of course, you're always welcome to bring your own cooler with snacks and drinks instead. Catering is simply the easy option when you want the food taken care of.
How boat charter catering works
Here's how boat charter catering in Jacksonville fits around your trip, step by step.
Book your boat
First, choose your boat, date and trip length on our boats page, or call us and we'll help you pick.
Pick a chef and a menu
Next, contact one of the chefs below. They'll build a menu around your group size, your budget and any allergies or dietary needs.
Share the charter details
Give the chef your date, departure time, boat and marina. Also, let us know which chef you've booked, so we can line up the timing at the dock.
Enjoy the food on the water
The food is ready when you board. Then all that's left is to relax, eat well and enjoy the view.
Catering is booked and paid directly with the chef, separately from your charter. Each chef sets their own menus, prices, deposits and cancellation terms.
Boat charter catering chefs in Jacksonville
These are the chefs we recommend for boat charter catering. We'll be adding more partners soon.
Our primary chef
Chef GreenBean
Private chef · Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
From $149+per person, private dinners
Chef GreenBean is the chef we turn to first. The cooking is comfort food with a global twist, from seafood and Italian to Southern comfort and steakhouse classics, backed by more than three decades in the kitchen. In addition, every menu is built around your group, including allergies and dietary restrictions, with wine pairing suggestions if you'd like them.
Chef Gregorie's menu lists a 50% deposit to confirm the date. Premium steak, specialty items and market-price seafood are quoted separately, as are rentals, servers and delivery.
Chef RJ Howard runs Maggie Lu's Market, a full-service catering company known for its smoked meats. The company is based in North Judson, Indiana, and lists Florida among the states it caters. Its Facebook page shows a 100% recommendation rate across 35 reviews. As a result, it's a strong choice for a bigger celebration or a BBQ-style spread.
Boards and boxed meals. Or add a stop at a waterfront restaurant.
Catering trays fit neatly on the tiki boat's center table.
Anyone who rides along, including a chef or a server, counts toward the boat's guest limit. So, if you'd like a chef aboard, tell us when you book and we'll check the numbers.
Tips for food on a boat
Think finger food. Sliders, wraps, skewers, shrimp and boards are easy to eat with one hand on a moving boat.
Ask for lidded trays. Covered foil pans and boxes stay put in the breeze and stack well.
Keep cold food cold. Perishable food shouldn't sit out for more than 2 hours, or 1 hour when it's above 90°F, so bring plenty of ice.
Share dietary needs early. Tell your chef about allergies when you order, not on the day.
Bring a trash bag. Nothing goes overboard, so pack everything back up for the ride home.
Drinks: if you plan to bring alcohol, mention it when you book so your captain can confirm the rules for your trip.
Birthdays and bachelorettes: a grazing board and a cake on the tiki boat or the Sea Ray.
Corporate outings: a buffet that lets clients and the team mingle instead of waiting in a line.
Proposals and anniversaries: a private plated dinner for two at sunset.
Family reunions and holidays: smoked meats, sides and dessert for the whole crew.
A plated dinner for two in the Sea Ray's cabin.
Are you a Jacksonville chef or caterer?
We're adding more catering partners on the First Coast. If you cater boats, picnics or private events and would like to be listed, email us at [email protected].
Questions about boat charter catering in Jacksonville
Do you provide the food on your charters?
No. We run the boat, and our chef partners handle the food. You book catering directly with the chef, so the menu and the price are agreed between you and them.
Can we bring our own food instead?
Yes. You're always welcome to bring a cooler with your own snacks and drinks. Catering is an optional extra when you'd rather not do the cooking.
How far ahead should we book a chef?
As early as you can, and ideally at least two weeks before your charter. Weekends and holidays book up first for both the boats and the chefs.
Can the chef come aboard and serve?
It depends on the boat and your group size, because a chef or server counts toward the boat's guest limit. The 44 ft Sea Ray, with its galley and dinette, is the best fit. Tell us when you book and we'll confirm.
Can the chefs handle allergies and dietary needs?
Yes. Both Chef GreenBean and Chef Gregorie customize menus around allergies and dietary restrictions. Share the details when you order.
Who do we pay for the catering?
You pay the chef directly. Each chef sets their own deposit, gratuity and cancellation terms, which are separate from your charter booking.
Can we bring drinks?
Yes, you can bring your own drinks in a cooler. If you plan to bring alcohol, mention it when you book so your captain can confirm the rules for your trip.
"Good food, good company and the water all to yourselves. That's a day people remember."
Call or text Captain Jason at (904) 595-9196, or send us the form below. We'll help you choose the right boat for your group and the food you have in mind.
In your message, please include: your date, how many guests are coming, where you'd like to leave from, and the chef or style of food you have in mind.
