Onboard Premier Pastry Chef for River Cruises

American Cruise Lines; Mackinac Island (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

Travel, room and board provided

Job summary

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, is seeking Pastry Chefs to join our team for the 2026 season aboard intimate vessels carrying no more than 200 guests. Our galleys are equipped for a wide variety of desserts and baked goods, with a focus on flavor, presentation, and guest delight.

While living onboard, our chefs enjoy comfortable quarters and a dynamic culinary 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

Job description

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, is seeking Pastry Chefs to join our team for the 2026 season aboard intimate vessels carrying no more than 200 guests. Our galleys are equipped for a wide variety of desserts and baked goods, with a focus on flavor, presentation, and guest delight.

While living onboard, our chefs enjoy comfortable quarters and a dynamic culinary environment.