Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $60,500.00 - $77,300.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Matching 401k
complimentary travel accommodations
PAID Training programs
Continuous growth opportunities
Covered travel, room, board, and uniforms
Job Description
American Cruise Lines is the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, offering travelers a unique and intimate experience aboard modern riverboats and iconic paddlewheelers. With a capacity of no more than 200 guests per ship, the company boasts an exclusive small-ship cruising experience along America’s picturesque rivers. Known for maintaining a growing fleet of newly constructed vessels, American Cruise Lines is committed to delivering exceptional service combined with the rich cultural and natural heritage of America's diverse regions. The company's core values—Optimism, Commitment, Patriotism, and Merit—are deeply ingrained in its culture, guiding its service, operations, and team... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum 3 years culinary experience
- ServSafe Manager Certification strongly preferred
- Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- Knowledge of food safety standards
- Strong multi-tasking skills
- Ability to take direction and work as a team player
- Ability to work under pressure with composure
- Problem solving skills and self-motivation
- Ability to read, speak, and understand cooking recipes
- Effective leadership and time management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Must pass US Coast Guard pre-employment drug test
- Experience in training and teaching
- Ability to commit to work rotations of 6 to 8 weeks onboard with 1 to 2 weeks shore leave
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of culinary experience in full-service resort, hotel, or cruise ship
- ServSafe Manager Certification strongly preferred
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- Familiar with food safety standards
- Must be able to multi-task, take direction, and be a team player
- Ability to work with composure under pressure
- Must possess problem solving skills, self-motivation, and organization
- Must be able to speak, read, and understand basic cooking recipes and adhere to directions
- An effective leader who can effectively control his/her time management
- Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills
- US Coast Guard regulated pre-employment drug test
- Training and teaching experience
- Ability to be on a work rotation of 6 to 8 weeks onboard followed by 1 to 2 weeks off
Job Duties
- Work directly with the Executive Chef to produce diversified menus for guests using fresh ingredients
- Produce a daily variety of healthy, delicious, and nutritious buffet-style crew meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, maintaining high crew satisfaction
- Regularly check-in with the ship’s crew regarding the overall satisfaction of the meals provided
- Organize the work in the kitchen so that kitchen processes run efficiently
- Produce high quality guest dishes that follow established menu choices
- Adhere to all guest and crew dietary requests and restrictions
- Maintain order and discipline in the kitchen during work hours
- Make sure that the hygiene and food safety standards are placed as a top priority throughout all stages of food preparation
- Ensure that all meals are prepared as quickly and deliciously as possible
- Enforce food and safety standards
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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