Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $48,400.00 - $65,300.00
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Benefits

competitive salary
opportunities for professional development
Unique work environment aboard cruise vessels
Travel opportunities across the nation
Supportive team atmosphere
Comprehensive health insurance
Paid Time Off

Job Description

American Cruise Lines is recognized as the largest cruise line in the United States, renowned for offering unique and memorable travel experiences across a diverse fleet of ships. From modern riverboats navigating the country's most scenic waterways to classic paddlewheel vessels that evoke the charm of a bygone era, their itineraries span numerous regions of the nation, providing guests with both comfort and adventure. The company's commitment to excellence extends into every aspect of their service, particularly in the culinary domain, where they emphasize using fresh, local ingredients to craft regionally inspired menus. This approach not only elevates the dining... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of culinary experience
  • ServSafe Manager Certification strongly preferred
  • Familiarity with food safety standards
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to take direction
  • Team player mindset
  • Ability to work with composure under pressure
  • Problem solving skills
  • Self-motivation
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to read and follow cooking recipes
  • Effective leadership and time management skills
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
  • Successful completion of criminal background check
  • Prior training and teaching experience
  • Availability for 6 to 8 week work rotations onboard with 1 to 2 weeks off
  • Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of culinary experience in full-service resort, hotel, or cruise ship
  • ServSafe Manager Certification strongly preferred
  • 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
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test
  • Complete criminal background check
  • Training and teaching experience
  • Ability to be on a work rotation of 6 to 8 weeks onboard followed by 1 to 2 weeks off
  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Job Duties

  • Work directly with the Executive Chef to produce diversified menus for our guests using fresh ingredients
  • Work directly overseeing the culinary team to produce delicious and presentable café, buffet, and hors d'oeuvres food, maintaining high guest scores in these areas
  • Ensure the same level of world class culinary skill and presentation served in the main restaurant is consistent with all food served throughout the ship
  • Organize the work in the kitchen so that kitchen processes run efficiently
  • Produce high quality dishes that follow the established menu choices
  • Adhere to all guest dietary requests
  • 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

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