Executive Sous Chef: Onboard Cruise Kitchen Lead

American Cruise Lines; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match

Travel, room and board, uniforms, and training covered

Job summary

A leading cruise line is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to create exceptional culinary experiences onboard. You will work with fresh ingredients to prepare meals for both guests and crew, ensuring high satisfaction. The position requires a minimum of 5 years of culinary experience, preferably in cruise or resort settings, and strong leadership and problem-solving skills. This full-time role includes working 7 days per week for 6 to 8 weeks onboard, followed by time off. Competitive daily rate and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of culinary experience in full-service resort, hotel, or cruise ship.
• Must possess problem solving skills, self-motivation, and organization.
• Ability to work with composure under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Produce diversified menus for guests using fresh ingredients.
• Produce healthy, delicious, and nutritious crew meals.
• Check-in with crew about meal satisfaction.

Skills

Culinary experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

A leading cruise line is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to create exceptional culinary experiences onboard. You will work with fresh ingredients to prepare meals for both guests and crew, ensuring high satisfaction. The position requires a minimum of 5 years of culinary experience, preferably in cruise or resort settings, and strong leadership and problem-solving skills. This full-time role includes working 7 days per week for 6 to 8 weeks onboard, followed by time off. Competitive daily rate and benefits included.