Hospitality · Mid · 4 to 8 years typical
Dock Master (Hospitality) Salary
Annual base compensation, national and by market, from 258 named sources. Every figure below says where it came from.
| Market | Multiplier | P25 | P50 | P75 | P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York City, NY | 1.40× | $65,000 | $90,000 | $125,000 | $155,000 |
| San Francisco, CA | 1.30× | $60,000 | $85,000 | $115,000 | $145,000 |
| Boston, MA | 1.25× | $60,000 | $80,000 | $115,000 | $140,000 |
| Palm Beach, FL | 1.25× | $60,000 | $80,000 | $115,000 | $140,000 |
| Miami, FL | 1.23× | $60,000 | $80,000 | $110,000 | $135,000 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 1.20× | $60,000 | $80,000 | $110,000 | $130,000 |
| Washington, DC | 1.20× | $60,000 | $80,000 | $110,000 | $130,000 |
| Seattle, WA | 1.15× | $55,000 | $75,000 | $105,000 | $125,000 |
| Chicago, IL | 1.05× | $50,000 | $70,000 | $95,000 | $115,000 |
| Dallas, TX | 1.00× | $50,000 | $65,000 | $90,000 | $110,000 |
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What does a Dock Master (Hospitality) do?
The Dock Master (Hospitality) operates within luxury hotels, resorts, private clubs, and hospitality groups, overseeing guest experience, food and beverage operations, and property performance. Professionals in this role typically bring 4 to 8 years of relevant experience. Classified at the Mid level, this position draws from a competitive candidate pool, though specialized qualifications and sector-specific experience remain key differentiators in hiring.
What drives Dock Master (Hospitality) compensation?
The median (P50) compensation for a Dock Master (Hospitality) is $65,000, with the 25th to 75th percentile range spanning $50,000 to $90,000. The 65% spread between P25 and P75 reflects significant pay variation driven by property size and star rating, revenue under management, brand affiliation (independent vs. flagged), market tier (gateway city vs. resort), and whether the role carries full P&L responsibility. Demand for this role is trending upward with 6% year-over-year growth, which is putting upward pressure on compensation at all levels.
Dock Master (Hospitality) career path
Professionals who move into Dock Master (Hospitality) roles most commonly come from branded luxury hotel operations, food and beverage management, revenue management, or hospitality management programs at top-tier schools. From this position, the typical trajectory leads toward multi-property or regional oversight, VP of operations for hotel groups, or independent resort ownership and advisory roles. The average tenure in this role is approximately 3 years, with an annual turnover rate of 18%.
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