Onboard Pastry Chef — River Cruise Dining Excellence

American Cruise Lines; Astoria (OR); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Travel covered

Room and board provided

Uniforms provided

Training

Job summary

American Cruise Lines seeks a Pastry Chef for 2026 season onboard its modern riverboats and paddlewheelers. You will craft desserts, breads and pastries, test new recipes, and ensure high-quality presentation for guests and crew.

Living aboard, you will follow strict menus, maintain inventory, and collaborate with the Executive Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences. Ideal candidates hold an Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or pastry & baking or 3–5 years of quality production

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or pastry & baking, and/or 3-5 years of experience with emphasis on quality production.
• Basic understanding of professional baking and pastries and food & beverage knowledge.
• Problem solving skills, organization skills, and self-motivation.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Must complete a criminal background check.
• TWIC.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee creativity and prepare all desserts, bread, pastries, cookies, etc. required for vessel each day.
• Prepare and serve items in accordance with established procedures, recipes, portion size, and presentation standards.
• Set-up, maintain, and break 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.

Job description

American Cruise Lines seeks a Pastry Chef for 2026 season onboard its modern riverboats and paddlewheelers. You will craft desserts, breads and pastries, test new recipes, and ensure high-quality presentation for guests and crew.

Living aboard, you will follow strict menus, maintain inventory, and collaborate with the Executive Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences. Ideal candidates hold an Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or pastry & baking or 3–5 years of quality production