Cruise Ship Sous Chef - Lead Fresh Menus Aboard

American Cruise Lines; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Travel, room and board provided

Job summary

American Cruise Lines is seeking skilled Sous Chefs to join our culinary team for the 2026 season aboard small-ship vessels carrying up to 200 guests. You will lead the kitchen, coordinate breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and help maintain high standards of cafe and hors d’oeuvres across all dining venues.

Collaborate with the Executive Chef to design diverse menus, manage the kitchen, and ensure timely, safe service on board, with strong emphasis on quality and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of culinary experience in full-service resort, hotel, or cruise ship.
• ServSafe Manager Certification strongly preferred.
• Familiar with food safety standards.
• Must possess problem solving skills, self-motivation, and organization.
• 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 perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with the Executive Chef to produce diversified menus using fresh ingredients.
• Oversee the culinary team to produce café, buffet, and hors d’oeuvres food with high guest scores.
• Ensure world-class culinary skill and presentation across all food on the vessel.
• Organize kitchen operations to run efficiently and maintain quality.
• Produce high-quality dishes following established menu choices.
• Adhere to guest dietary requests.
• Maintain order and discipline in the kitchen during work hours.
• Uphold hygiene and food safety standards throughout preparation.
• Ensure meals are prepared quickly and deliciously.

Skills

Culinary experience

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

TWIC Credential

ServSafe

Job description

American Cruise Lines is seeking skilled Sous Chefs to join our culinary team for the 2026 season aboard small-ship vessels carrying up to 200 guests. You will lead the kitchen, coordinate breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and help maintain high standards of cafe and hors d’oeuvres across all dining venues.

Collaborate with the Executive Chef to design diverse menus, manage the kitchen, and ensure timely, safe service on board, with strong emphasis on quality and guest satisfaction.