Shipboard Line Cook — Fresh, Onboard Dining Experience

American Cruise Lines; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Travel, room and board provided

Job summary

A cruise line operator is seeking Line Cooks to join their shipboard team for the 2026 season. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years culinary experience and be familiar with food safety standards. Responsibilities include working closely with the culinary team to prepare high-quality meals and maintain hygiene standards. This full-time role requires living onboard with a schedule of 7 days a week for 6 weeks with 2 weeks off. Competitive daily rates and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of culinary experience in full-service resort, hotel, country club or full-service restaurant.
• Must have experience cooking breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Familiar with food safety standards.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Executive Chef/Sous Chef to produce diversified meals.
• Organize kitchen workload for efficiency.
• Produce high-quality dishes based on the established menu choices.
• Ensure hygiene and food safety standards are maintained.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Oral communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Minimum 2 years culinary experience

Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Job description

A cruise line operator is seeking Line Cooks to join their shipboard team for the 2026 season. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years culinary experience and be familiar with food safety standards. Responsibilities include working closely with the culinary team to prepare high-quality meals and maintain hygiene standards. This full-time role requires living onboard with a schedule of 7 days a week for 6 weeks with 2 weeks off. Competitive daily rates and benefits are offered.