Onboard Executive Sous Chef — Culinary Leader

American Cruise Lines; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Travel and room provided

Uniforms and training

Job summary

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively in the United States, seeks an Executive Sous Chef for the 2027 season. You will be part of a culinary team aboard our intimate riverboats and paddlewheelers, preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner for guests and crew.

Work with the Executive Chef to create diversified menus, supervise kitchen operations, ensure hygiene and food safety, and accommodate dietary restrictions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of culinary experience in full-service resort, hotel, or cruise ship.
• ServSafe Manager Certification preferred.
• TWIC required.
• Familiar with food safety standards.
• Able to multi-task and work as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with the Executive Chef to produce diversified menus using fresh ingredients.
• Prepare daily buffet-style crew meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; maintain high crew satisfaction.
• Monitor kitchen operations to ensure efficiency and quality of food production.
• Adhere to guest and crew dietary requests and safety standards.
• Lead and supervise kitchen staff to maintain hygiene and organization.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Team player

Communication

High stamina

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

TWIC

Job description

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively in the United States, seeks an Executive Sous Chef for the 2027 season. You will be part of a culinary team aboard our intimate riverboats and paddlewheelers, preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner for guests and crew.

Work with the Executive Chef to create diversified menus, supervise kitchen operations, ensure hygiene and food safety, and accommodate dietary restrictions.