Cruise Sous Chef: Lead Culinary Team Aboard Small Ships

American Cruise Lines; Greenville (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Travel and lodging provided

Job summary

American Cruise Lines is seeking talented Sous Chefs to join our culinary team for the 2026 season aboard our modern riverboats and paddlewheelers. The role involves working with the Executive Chef to create diversified menus using fresh ingredients on ships that carry up to 200 guests.

You will oversee the culinary team, ensure consistency of quality across all food service areas, and uphold hygiene and safety standards while delivering exceptional dining experiences across breakfast, lunch,

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of culinary experience in full-service resort, hotel, or cruise ship.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.
• TWIC credential required; strong leadership and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with Executive Chef to produce diversified menus using fresh ingredients.
• Oversee culinary team to deliver café, buffet, and hors d’oeuvres with high guest scores.
• Maintain world-class culinary skill and presentation across all ship food service.
• Organize kitchen to ensure efficient processes and high-quality dishes.
• Adhere to guest dietary requests and food safety standards.
• Ensure meals are prepared quickly and deliciously while upholding hygiene standards.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Menu development

Food safety

Team supervision

Executive collaboration

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

Tools

TWIC Credential

Job description

American Cruise Lines is seeking talented Sous Chefs to join our culinary team for the 2026 season aboard our modern riverboats and paddlewheelers. The role involves working with the Executive Chef to create diversified menus using fresh ingredients on ships that carry up to 200 guests.

You will oversee the culinary team, ensure consistency of quality across all food service areas, and uphold hygiene and safety standards while delivering exceptional dining experiences across breakfast, lunch,