Executive Sous Chef — Onboard Culinary Leader

American Cruise Lines; Chester (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel provided

Room and board

Uniforms and training

Job summary

American Cruise Lines is seeking a seasoned Executive Sous Chef to lead crew meals onboard our fleet, ensuring high-quality, nutritious dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef to design menus, supervise kitchen staff, enforce safety standards, and manage on-board operations under time pressures.

The role requires at least 5 years in culinary leadership on cruise ships, strong food safety credentials, and ability to live aboard for extended sailing

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of culinary experience in full-service resort, hotel, or cruise ship.
• ServSafe Manager Certification strongly preferred.
• TWIC credential.
• Familiar with food safety standards.
• Must multi-task, take direction, and be a team player.
• Able to work with composure under pressure.
• Able to read and follow recipes and directions.
• Effective leader with time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Executive Chef to create diversified menus using fresh ingredients.
• Prepare daily crew meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner maintaining high crew satisfaction.
• Check in with crew regarding meal satisfaction.
• Organize kitchen operations for efficient processes.
• Produce high-quality guest dishes per established menu choices.
• Adhere to all guest and crew dietary requests and restrictions.
• Maintain order and discipline in the kitchen during shifts.
• Ensure hygiene and food safety standards are top priority.
• Prepare meals quickly and deliciously while meeting standards.
• Enforce food safety standards throughout all stages of preparation.

Skills

Culinary experience

Team leadership

Food safety awareness

Multitasking under pressure

Excellent communication

On-board work adaptability

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

TWIC

US Coast Guard drug test compliance

Job description

American Cruise Lines is seeking a seasoned Executive Sous Chef to lead crew meals onboard our fleet, ensuring high-quality, nutritious dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef to design menus, supervise kitchen staff, enforce safety standards, and manage on-board operations under time pressures.

The role requires at least 5 years in culinary leadership on cruise ships, strong food safety credentials, and ability to live aboard for extended sailing