Onboard Pastry Chef — River Cruise Dining Experience

American Cruise Lines; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, seeks a Pastry Chef for the 2026 season aboard small-ship vessels. You will craft a wide variety of desserts and breads, maintain daily menus, and contribute to guest dining excellence in a fast-paced galleys setting.

The role emphasizes creativity, flavor pairing, and presentation, with on-board housing and a demanding but rewarding culinary environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or pastry & baking with 3–5 years of experience.
• Knowledge of professional baking and pastry production.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Commitment to quality service.
• TWIC and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee creativity and prepare all desserts, bread, pastries, cookies, etc. for each vessel day.
• Prepare and serve items per recipes, portion size, and presentation standards.
• Set up, maintain, and break down station per FDA standards.
• Taste all products to assess quality.
• Notify Exec Chef of shortages or equipment issues.
• Maintain counts to prevent discrepancies between food needed and produced.

Skills

Dessert production

Pastry & baking

Food presentation

Creativity

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts or pastry & baking

Job description

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, seeks a Pastry Chef for the 2026 season aboard small-ship vessels. You will craft a wide variety of desserts and breads, maintain daily menus, and contribute to guest dining excellence in a fast-paced galleys setting.

The role emphasizes creativity, flavor pairing, and presentation, with on-board housing and a demanding but rewarding culinary environment.