Shipboard Executive Chef: Lead Regional Cuisine & Team

American Cruise Lines; Key Biscayne (FL); On-site; USD 111,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

American Cruise Lines seeks an Executive Chef to lead our shipboard galley during the 2026 cruising season. You will plan, prepare, and present elevated regional cuisine, mentor a galley team, and deliver exceptional guest dining while at sea.

You must have 6–8+ years in full-service dining, strong leadership and FDA/sanitation knowledge, ServSafe preferred, TWIC, and the ability to manage priorities under pressure aboard a moving vessel.

Qualifications

• 6–8+ years of experience in full-service resorts, hotels, or banquet settings.
• ServSafe Manager Certification strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and training abilities.
• FDA food safety standards knowledge and kitchen best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Leading all meal preparation for guests and crew onboard.
• Executing regionally inspired menus with fresh ingredients.
• Coaching and managing galley team of 6–10 in a hands-on environment.
• Ensuring kitchen operations meet FDA, sanitation, and safety standards.
• Overseeing food inventory, portion control, and waste reduction.
• Adapting to last-minute changes while maintaining calm flexibility.
• Providing an unforgettable dining experience for every guest.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Training abilities

Team management

Multi-tasking

Budgeting

Tools

TWIC credential

ServSafe ManagerCertification

Job description

American Cruise Lines seeks an Executive Chef to lead our shipboard galley during the 2026 cruising season. You will plan, prepare, and present elevated regional cuisine, mentor a galley team, and deliver exceptional guest dining while at sea.

You must have 6–8+ years in full-service dining, strong leadership and FDA/sanitation knowledge, ServSafe preferred, TWIC, and the ability to manage priorities under pressure aboard a moving vessel.