Onboard Pastry Chef — River Cruise Ship Desserts

American Cruise Lines; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Travel provided

Room and board

Uniforms provided

Training provided

Job summary

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, seeks a Pastry Chef for the 2026 season aboard our vessels. You will craft a wide range of desserts, breads, and pastries, following the daily menu matrix and collaborating with the Executive Chef to ensure exceptional dining experiences on board American ships.

We value creativity and ongoing experimentation with new recipes while living on board in comfortable quarters.

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 (Transportation Worker Identification Credential).
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• 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 shortages or maintenance issues.
• Maintain accurate counts on all food items prepared to prevent discrepancies.
• Schedule the production of all baked goods.
• Maintain an inventory of fresh baked goods.
• Operate food production equipment per manufacturer’s instructions.
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times.
• Ensure each guest has a positive and memorable experience.

Skills

Culinary arts

Pastry & baking

Problem solving

Organization

Self-motivation

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 our vessels. You will craft a wide range of desserts, breads, and pastries, following the daily menu matrix and collaborating with the Executive Chef to ensure exceptional dining experiences on board American ships.

We value creativity and ongoing experimentation with new recipes while living on board in comfortable quarters.