Dessert Lead & Pastry Sous Chef - Onboard Cruise

American Cruise Lines; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 74,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Travel expenses covered

Room and board provided

Uniforms provided

Training

Job summary

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, seeks a Sous Chef - Pastry and Dessert Lead for the 2027 season. Lead dessert production, oversee pastry operations onboard, and ensure high-quality presentation across all ship venues.

The role requires baking expertise, creativity, and commitment to guest satisfaction. Onboard living quarters are provided, with a strong emphasis on quality dining and safety standards, aligning with the company values

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or pastry & baking, and/or 3-5 years of experience with an emphasis on quality production.
• Basic understanding of professional baking and pastries and food & beverage knowledge.
• Problem solving skills, organization skills, and self-motivation.
• Commitment to quality service.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Must complete a criminal background check.
• TWIC credential and ability to work onboard.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the culinary team to produce café, buffet, and hors d’oeuvres items with high guest scores.
• Ensure world class culinary skill matches main restaurant standards on all ship meals.
• Prepare items per recipes, procedures, portions, and presentation standards.
• Maintain station setup according to FDA standards and break down as needed.
• Taste products to assess quality and report shortages or maintenance issues.
• Maintain inventory of fresh baked goods and schedule production of baked items.
• Operate food production equipment safely and maintain professional appearance.
• Aim to deliver quick, delicious meals and uphold safety standards.
• Support emergency responses and ensure guest positive experiences.

Skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or pastry & baking

TWIC credential

Criminal background check

Pre-employment drug test

Job description

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, seeks a Sous Chef - Pastry and Dessert Lead for the 2027 season. Lead dessert production, oversee pastry operations onboard, and ensure high-quality presentation across all ship venues.

The role requires baking expertise, creativity, and commitment to guest satisfaction. Onboard living quarters are provided, with a strong emphasis on quality dining and safety standards, aligning with the company values