Onboard Pastry Chef — Create Desserts on US River Ships

American Cruise Lines; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Travel covered

Room and board provided

Uniforms provided

Training provided

Job summary

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, is seeking a Pastry Chef for the 2026 season aboard our vessels. You will craft desserts, breads, and pastries to match menus, while maintaining high standards and presenting appealing dishes.

Onboard living quarters are provided, with a daily rate and comprehensive benefits. The role requires creativity, quality production, and adherence to FDA procedures in a dynamic, shipboard environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or pastry & baking, and/or 3-5 years of experience with an emphasis on quality production.
• Basic understanding of professional baking and pastries and food & beverage knowledge.
• Problem solving skills, organization skills, and self-motivation.
• Commitment to quality service.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Must complete a criminal background check.
• TWIC.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve items in accordance with established procedures, recipes, portion size, and presentation standards.
• Set-up, maintain, and breaks down station according to FDA Standards.
• Taste all products produced to assess quality.
• Notify the Executive Chef of any product shortages or equipment maintenance issues.
• Maintain accurate counts on all food items prepared to prevent discrepancies between amount of food needed and food prepared.
• Schedule the production of all baked goods.
• Always maintain an inventory of fresh baked goods.
• Use food production equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions.
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times.
• Ensure that each guest has a positive and memorable experience.

Skills

Problem solving

Organization

Self-motivation

Quality service

Education

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or pastry & baking

3-5 years of experience in quality production

Tools

TWIC

Job description

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, is seeking a Pastry Chef for the 2026 season aboard our vessels. You will craft desserts, breads, and pastries to match menus, while maintaining high standards and presenting appealing dishes.

Onboard living quarters are provided, with a daily rate and comprehensive benefits. The role requires creativity, quality production, and adherence to FDA procedures in a dynamic, shipboard environment.