Cruise Ship Waiter: 28-Week Hospitality Adventure

American Cruise Lines; Dover (TN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel covered

Room and board

Uniforms

Training

Job summary

American Cruise Lines, the largest U.S. cruise company, is hiring Waiters for the 2026 cruising season aboard our ships. You’ll work in our shipboard hotel and restaurant providing outstanding hospitality and serving as a proud representative of our brand.

This temporary position lasts up to 28 weeks, with wages ranging from $1,000 to $1,400 per week. Travel, room and board, uniforms, and training are provided to support your onboard experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age
• American citizen or Green Card holder
• Pre-employment drug test required
• Grooming standards and temporary 28-week tenure

Responsibilities

• Provide guests with an elegant and memorable dining experience
• Set up and break down meals and events, including seating, linens, and serviceware
• Relay orders to galley and serve courses and beverages attractively
• Greet guests, escort to tables, and suggest menu items and wines
• Perform additional duties such as greeting guests on embarkation and aiding in afteroon teas and evening entertainment

Skills

Hospitality

Guest service

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

American Cruise Lines, the largest U.S. cruise company, is hiring Waiters for the 2026 cruising season aboard our ships. You’ll work in our shipboard hotel and restaurant providing outstanding hospitality and serving as a proud representative of our brand.

This temporary position lasts up to 28 weeks, with wages ranging from $1,000 to $1,400 per week. Travel, room and board, uniforms, and training are provided to support your onboard experience.