Onboard Dessert Lead & Pastry Sous Chef

American Cruise Lines; New London (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Travel, room and board provided

Job summary

American Cruise Lines is seeking a Sous Chef - Pastry Lead for the 2027 season aboard our intimate ships, crafting diverse desserts and leading the pastry team to deliver exceptional presentations.

We require an Associate degree in Culinary Arts or pastry & baking and 3–5 years of pastry production experience. You will be responsible for menu adherence, on-board production, and maintaining high standards while living onboard.

Qualifications

• Proven problem-solving abilities and strong organizational skills.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume kitchen.
• Good palate for flavor combinations and pastry presentation.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary team to produce dessert, pastry, bread, and hors d'oeuvres with high guest scores.
• Maintain world-class culinary skill and presentation across all ship meals.
• Prepare items per recipes, procedures, portions, and standards.
• Set-up and break down stations per FDA standards.
• Taste products to assess quality and communicate shortages or maintenance needs.
• Maintain inventory and production counts for baked goods.

Skills

Problem solving

Organization

Self-motivation

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or pastry & baking

Job description

American Cruise Lines is seeking a Sous Chef - Pastry Lead for the 2027 season aboard our intimate ships, crafting diverse desserts and leading the pastry team to deliver exceptional presentations.

We require an Associate degree in Culinary Arts or pastry & baking and 3–5 years of pastry production experience. You will be responsible for menu adherence, on-board production, and maintaining high standards while living onboard.