Onboard Lead Line Cook: River Cruise Dining

American Cruise Lines; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Travel and room provided

Uniforms provided

401(k) with match

Job summary

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the United States, seeks Lead Line Cooks for 2026 on America’s rivers. You’ll support breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, assist the Executive Chef with menu execution, dietary requests, and high-quality plating, using fresh regional ingredients.

Living onboard offers comfortable quarters in a dynamic culinary environment. Long days, travel, and flexible schedules are required, with a focus on safety and hospitality for guests and crew alike.

Qualifications

• Preferred Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts or Hotel & Restaurant Management.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience at a full-service restaurant, hotel, resort, or cruise ship.
• Must have “Line” experience with breakfast, lunch, dinner, and buffets.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills (English).
• Available to travel and work a flexible schedule including long days for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to controlling inventory and minimizing food waste by using standardized recipes.
• Ensures all special requests and allergies are acknowledged, prepared and served accordingly.
• Adheres to food safety and sanitation policies within the galley.
• Provides gracious hospitality to guests and crew while maintaining safety, courtesy, and efficiency.
• Adheres to the Chefs Manual standards and procedures.
• Anticipates needs of guests and crew and assists in crew meals production and service.
• Responsible for galley cleanliness, daily audits, temperature logs, and storage management.
• Communicates effectively with all coworkers during meal services.

Skills

Line cook experience

English communication

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts or Hotel & Restaurant Management

Job description

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the United States, seeks Lead Line Cooks for 2026 on America’s rivers. You’ll support breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, assist the Executive Chef with menu execution, dietary requests, and high-quality plating, using fresh regional ingredients.

Living onboard offers comfortable quarters in a dynamic culinary environment. Long days, travel, and flexible schedules are required, with a focus on safety and hospitality for guests and crew alike.