Shipboard Dishwasher: 28-Week Hospitality Adventure

American Cruise Lines; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel covered

Room & board

Uniforms

Training

Job summary

American Cruise Lines, the largest U.S. cruise company, is hiring Dishwashers for the 2026 season. You will work in the shipboard galley to ensure sanitation of all items for an outstanding dining experience. This is a temporary position aboard for 28 weeks, with the opportunity to travel across 50 itineraries and 35 states.

We cover travel, room and board, uniforms, and training. Pay ranges from $1,000 to $1,400 per week, with bonuses. You must be at least 18, be a U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years old and a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder.
• Pre-employment drug test for all shipboard employees.
• Consumption of alcohol is strictly prohibited onboard.
• Grooming standards include tattoo/piercing limitations.
• This is a temporary position not to extend beyond 28 weeks of shipboard work.
• Potential for management roles in future without guarantee.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of galley, cutlery, glassware, dishes, and surrounding areas.
• Receive and carry food deliveries up to 50 lbs.
• Ensure dishwasher operates properly and report maintenance issues.
• Create rapport with guests and cater to galley requests efficiently.
• May perform other duties, including guest greetings and assisting during events.

Skills

Physical stamina

Able to lift up to 50 lbs

Guest interaction

Team player on ship

Job description

American Cruise Lines, the largest U.S. cruise company, is hiring Dishwashers for the 2026 season. You will work in the shipboard galley to ensure sanitation of all items for an outstanding dining experience. This is a temporary position aboard for 28 weeks, with the opportunity to travel across 50 itineraries and 35 states.

We cover travel, room and board, uniforms, and training. Pay ranges from $1,000 to $1,400 per week, with bonuses. You must be at least 18, be a U.S.