Shipboard Line Cook — Fresh, Onboard Dining Experience

American Cruise Lines; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Covered travel and accommodation expenses

Comprehensive training provided

Job summary

A premier cruise line is seeking Line Cooks for the 2026 season on America's rivers. Responsibilities include food production for diverse meals, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring a first-class dining experience. Candidates should possess at least 2 years of culinary experience, strong communication skills, and familiarity with food safety standards. This full-time position offers a competitive daily rate and covers travel, room, and board costs while living onboard the vessel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of culinary experience in a full-service environment.
• Experience cooking breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Familiarity with food safety standards.
• Ability to lead and manage time effectively.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Transport Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) required.

Responsibilities

• Produce diverse meals using fresh ingredients.
• Organize workload for kitchen efficiency.
• Ensure high-quality dish preparation.
• Adhere to guest dietary requests.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Culinary experience

Problem solving skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Job description

A premier cruise line is seeking Line Cooks for the 2026 season on America's rivers. Responsibilities include food production for diverse meals, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring a first-class dining experience. Candidates should possess at least 2 years of culinary experience, strong communication skills, and familiarity with food safety standards. This full-time position offers a competitive daily rate and covers travel, room, and board costs while living onboard the vessel.