Executive Sous Chef: Onboard Cruise Kitchen Lead

American Cruise Lines; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Travel and room expenses covered

Job summary

A leading cruise line company is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for the 2026 season in Florida. The role involves producing a variety of meals for both guests and crew, maintaining high culinary standards, and ensuring dietary requirements are met. Candidates must have at least 5 years of culinary experience, preferably in cruise lines or hotels, and strong leadership skills. This is a full-time position with a competitive daily rate and benefits including health coverage and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of culinary experience in full-service resort, hotel, or cruise ship.
• Must possess problem solving skills, self-motivation, and organization.
• Training and Teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with the Executive Chef to produce diversified menus using fresh ingredients.
• Produce healthy, delicious buffet-style crew meals and check crew satisfaction regularly.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food safety standards

Leadership

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

Job description

A leading cruise line company is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for the 2026 season in Florida. The role involves producing a variety of meals for both guests and crew, maintaining high culinary standards, and ensuring dietary requirements are met. Candidates must have at least 5 years of culinary experience, preferably in cruise lines or hotels, and strong leadership skills. This is a full-time position with a competitive daily rate and benefits including health coverage and 401(k).