Onboard Dessert Lead & Pastry Chef — Live Aboard

American Cruise Lines; Chester (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Travel, room and board covered

Job summary

American Cruise Lines is seeking a Sous Chef – Pastry Lead to join the culinary team for the 2027 season aboard intimate vessels carrying up to 200 guests. The role focuses on crafting a wide range of desserts, pastries, breads, and confections, while leading a culinary team and testing new recipes to elevate guest dining experiences.

Onboard life offers comfortable quarters and a challenging environment designed to showcase exceptional pastry artistry.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience with emphasis on quality production.
• Basic understanding of professional baking and pastries.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and background check.
• TWIC credential required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee creativity and prepare all desserts, bread, pastries, cookies, etc. daily.
• Direct culinary team to produce café, buffet, and hors d’oeuvres with high guest scores.
• Ensure world class culinary skill and presentation throughout the ship.
• Follow established recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
• Maintain FDA-standard setup and station breaks.

Skills

3-5 years of experience in quality

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Commitment to quality service

Ability to pass drug test

Criminal background check

Ability to work onboard ships

Education

Associate's degree in Culinary Arts or pastry & baking

TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)

Job description

American Cruise Lines is seeking a Sous Chef – Pastry Lead to join the culinary team for the 2027 season aboard intimate vessels carrying up to 200 guests. The role focuses on crafting a wide range of desserts, pastries, breads, and confections, while leading a culinary team and testing new recipes to elevate guest dining experiences.

Onboard life offers comfortable quarters and a challenging environment designed to showcase exceptional pastry artistry.