Executive Sous Chef

Mobile, AL, USA|Travel

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $64,500.00 - $82,400.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

competitive daily rate

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Travel covered

room and board covered

Uniforms covered

Training covered

Job Description

American Cruise Lines is the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, offering unique and intimate small-ship experiences aboard its modern riverboats and iconic paddlewheelers. Their fleet, continually expanding with the addition of newly constructed vessels, caters to no more than 200 guests per ship, allowing travelers to explore America's rivers in an exclusive and personal way. Recognized for their commitment to excellence, American Cruise Lines focuses on delivering superior service, rich cultural experiences, and exceptional cuisine inspired by regional and local specialties. The company operates with core values of optimism, commitment, patriotism, and merit, which guide the culture, service delivery, and employee expectations across the organization.

The role of Executive Sous Chef at American Cruise Lines is vital within the culinary team. This position involves working closely with the Executive Chef to prepare diverse and fresh menus for guests while also ensuring high-quality, nutritious, and delicious meals are provided for the crew. The Executive Sous Chef plays a crucial role in maintaining crew satisfaction by accommodating food allergies and dietary restrictions meticulously, ensuring all meals served are well-balanced and varied to suit different appetites. This role demands a high level of culinary skill, creativity, organization, and leadership, as well as the ability to work efficiently under pressure in a dynamic kitchen environment onboard the ship. The Executive Sous Chef oversees the entire food production process for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, emphasizing food safety and hygiene, speedy meal preparation, and flawless service. Additionally, the position requires adjustment to the unique challenges posed by working and living aboard a moving vessel, including the need to perform essential functions despite the six distinct ship motions. It is a full-time, exempt position offering a competitive daily rate, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) plan with matching contributions, and coverage of travel, room and board, uniforms, and training costs. This is an exceptional opportunity for culinary professionals seeking a rewarding career combining high-standard gastronomy with the adventure of maritime life within a respected and growth-oriented American cruise line.

Job Requirements

Minimum 5 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 perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation

Job Qualifications

Minimum 5 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 perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation

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 the 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