Executive Chef - St. Louis, MO

American Cruise Lines is the largest U.S. cruise line, specializing in immersive travel experiences along America's most breathtaking and historic waterways. The company operates over 50 unique itineraries that span diverse and scenic regions such as New England, the Southeast, the Mississippi River, the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, and more. With a residential fleet of modern, comfortable ships, American Cruise Lines is dedicated to providing exceptional service, insightful American stories, and world-class cuisine. They pride themselves on delivering an unmatched and authentic exploration of America’s culture and geography by connecting passengers to the charm and heritage of each region they visit. The Executive Chef role onboard American Cruise Lines offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to combine culinary leadership with the excitement of travel. The Executive Chef will be pivotal in crafting a memorable dining experience that reflects the flavors and ingredients native to the regions the ship visits throughout the 2025 cruising season. This is a full-time seasonal position requiring the chef to live and work aboard ship, experiencing a unique lifestyle that blends culinary creativity with travel and adventure. The Executive Chef will lead a galley team of 6-10 members, manage all meal preparation for guests and crew, and uphold the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and presentation. This role demands a dynamic leader with extensive experience in upscale culinary environments such as resorts, hotels, country clubs, or banquet settings. The candidate must be adept at multitasking under pressure, managing inventory and waste, and adapting quickly to changing circumstances in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The Executive Chef must have a passion for food and exceptional service and be committed to mentoring their team to deliver superior culinary results consistently. With the benefits of room and board provided onboard, travel expenses covered, uniforms issued, and paid training provided, this position empowers talented chefs to grow their careers while traveling the country and sharing America’s culinary heritage onboard some of the finest ships sailing today.

• Able to work 14 hours per day, 7 days a week while onboard
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check
• TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) required