Pastry Chef - Quick Hire!

American Cruise Lines is the largest cruise line in the United States, renowned for providing exceptional river cruising experiences across the nation. With a fleet featuring contemporary riverboats, paddlewheel queens, and steamboat-style vessels, they offer varied itineraries that travel through America's most scenic rivers. American Cruise Lines prides itself on delivering high-quality service and unique travel adventures tailored to each guest's preferences. As a leader in the river cruise industry, this company emphasizes comfort, elegance, and personalized care for all guests onboard, ensuring memorable and enjoyable voyages in a delightful setting. The shipboard team comprises dedicated professionals who contribute to an outstanding onboard atmosphere and hospitality experience. The role of Pastry Chef aboard American Cruise Lines' vessels is a vital position that combines culinary expertise with artistic creativity. Tasked with overseeing the creation of a wide variety of desserts, pastries, breads, and other baked goods, the Pastry Chef is an essential member of the culinary team. This role requires mastery in confectionary work and an understanding of the subtlety of flavors and presentation aesthetics that elevate the guest dining experience. The Pastry Chef is responsible for adhering to the daily menu matrix and for the innovation and continuous research of new recipes to delight guests and crew with delicious sweets. The position includes working in a dynamic, well-equipped galley with beautiful water views, living aboard the ship with comfortable quarters, and collaborating closely with the Executive Chef and culinary staff. Working hours are extensive, often around 14 hours per day, and the role demands the ability to adapt to changing needs promptly, ensuring the highest quality and consistency in every pastry product. American Cruise Lines offers a rewarding career for culinary professionals passionate about baking and eager to contribute to the evolving cruise experience on America’s rivers, including paid training, travel expenses, uniforms, and an opportunity to work across various nationwide job sites for the 2025 season.

• Associate's degree in culinary arts or pastry and baking, and/or 3-5 years of experience in pastry production
• Ability to reach, bend, and frequently lift/move items up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work standing for extended periods
• Ability to work around 14 hours per day
• Basic knowledge of professional baking and pastries
• Strong problem solving and organization skills
• Self-motivated and committed to quality service
• Ability to multi-task and work in a team
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Flexibility to adapt to last-minute schedule or production changes
• Pass a pre-employment drug test
• Complete a criminal background check
• Possess Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)