Onboard Executive Sous Chef — Lead Crews with Fresh Menus

American Cruise Lines; Castine (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Travel, room & board provided

Uniforms and training

Job summary

American Cruise Lines seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead and innovate aboard our vessels serving up to 200 guests. You will partner with the Executive Chef to craft diverse menus, oversee crew meals, and ensure top-quality dining with strict hygiene standards.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in high-end culinary environments, ServSafe certification, TWIC, and strong leadership under shipboard conditions. This full-time role requires travel and on-board presence across the fleet.

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 and be a team player.
• Ability to work with composure under pressure.
• Must read and understand basic cooking recipes and follow directions.
• Effective time management and leadership abilities.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• US Coast Guard pre-employment drug test.
• Training and teaching experience.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Executive Chef to produce diversified menus using fresh ingredients.
• Prepare daily buffets for crew meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Check crew satisfaction with meals and adjust as needed.
• Organize kitchen workflows to run efficiently.
• Produce high-quality guest dishes following established menus.
• Adhere to all dietary requests and restrictions.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards across prep and service.
• Ensure meals are prepared quickly and deliciously.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Multitasking

Team player

Working under pressure

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Food safety awareness

Time management

On-board operations

English comprehension

Education

ServSafe Manager Certification

TWIC credential

Training and teaching experience

Job description

American Cruise Lines seeks an Executive Sous Chef to lead and innovate aboard our vessels serving up to 200 guests. You will partner with the Executive Chef to craft diverse menus, oversee crew meals, and ensure top-quality dining with strict hygiene standards.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in high-end culinary environments, ServSafe certification, TWIC, and strong leadership under shipboard conditions. This full-time role requires travel and on-board presence across the fleet.