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Norwegian Cruise Line

$60 - $80/hr

Must maintain strong working knowledge of Norwegian Cruise Line's products, including the current fleet and ship itineraries * Must be able to multi-task and work in a high energy sales environment ...

Norwegian Cruise Line

NY · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Must maintain strong working knowledge of Norwegian Cruise Line's products, including the current fleet and ship itineraries * Must be able to multi-task and work in a high energy sales environment ...

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NY · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

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How much do cruise line ship chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for cruise line ship chef in the United States is $24.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cruise Line Ship Chef vs Restaurant Chef?

AspectCruise Line Ship ChefRestaurant Chef
CredentialsCulinary degree, food safety certificationsCulinary degree, food safety certifications
Work EnvironmentOnboard cruise ships, confined spaces, international locationsRestaurant kitchens, local or international settings
Employer & IndustryCruise lines, hospitality industryRestaurants, hospitality industry
Job FocusPreparing meals for passengers and crew, managing onboard kitchen staffPreparing meals for restaurant guests, managing restaurant kitchen staff

The main difference between a Cruise Line Ship Chef and a Restaurant Chef lies in their work environment and scope. Cruise Line Ship Chefs work onboard ships, preparing meals for passengers and crew in a confined, international setting. In contrast, Restaurant Chefs work in land-based restaurants, focusing on local or international cuisine. Both roles require culinary training and certifications, but their daily responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Cruise Line Ship Chef job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,225 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Personal Cruise Consultant

Sunrise, FL • On-site

Norwegian Cruise Line
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Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Initiates calls and acts on leads to identify travel needs, present Norwegian Cruise Line products, and make travel recommendations.

  • Establishes and maintains customer relationships by providing exceptional service, meeting customer needs, and following up to close sales and meet revenue goals.

  • Participates in sales meetings, training, and marketing campaigns to promote cruise products and stay informed about industry and company offerings.

Norwegian Cruise Line rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 9 rated cruise lines

Job description

Company Description
Norwegian Cruise Line is the innovator in cruise travel with a 47-year history of breaking the boundaries of traditional cruising, most notably with the introduction of Freestyle Cruising which revolutionized the industry by giving guests more freedom and flexibility. Today, Norwegian invites guests to "Feel Free" on one of 14 purpose-built Freestyle Cruising ships, providing guests the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed, resort style cruise vacation on some of the newest and most contemporary ships at sea. Recently, the line was named "Europe's Leading Cruise Line" for the sixth consecutive year, as well as "Caribbean's Leading Cruise Line" and "World's Leading Large Ship Cruise Line" by the World Travel Awards. Norwegian Cruise Line is also listed as one of America's Best Employers on Forbes List.
Norwegian Cruise Line is the official cruise line of the Miami Dolphins/Sun Life Stadium, The New York Knicks, Blue Man Group and Legends in Concert; and the official cruise line partner of The GRAMMY Awards and is an official partner of the Rockettes and Radio City Music Hall.
Job Description
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Promotes sales to direct consumers by initiating calls, acting on leads and/or prospects in order to identify travel needs, present/explain Norwegian Cruise Line products and make travel recommendations.
  • Establishes and maintains quality customer relationships by delivering exceptional customer service, establishing rapport, identifying and meeting customer needs and expectations to include meeting customer retention goals and following up with consumers as necessary, in order to close sale and meet/exceed revenue goals.
  • Builds and maintains effective relationships with new and existing consumers. Maintains consumer prospect lists/contact database in order to identify client travel trends; Proactively and consistently seeks opportunities to promote and sell Norwegian Cruise Line products based on client travel history.
  • Acquires in depth industry and company knowledge in order to articulate cruise product features, benefits, pricing and make recommendations to include promotions, itineraries, and auxiliary products such as stateroom upgrades, onboard credits and other shipboard amenities.
  • Attends and actively participates in daily team meetings or relevant sales training in order to ensure appropriate sales techniques are being used and accurate information is being communicated to direct consumers.
  • Participates in department approved mass e-mail campaigns targeting specific guests' profiles.
  • Perform other job related functions as assigned.

Qualifications
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration or related field preferred.
EXPERIENCE: Minimum one year of sales experience; 2 years sales experience preferred. Cruise sales a plus.
Additional Information
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Must have excellent verbal communication skills, in order to effectively communicate with direct guests on the telephone and internally.
Maintain strong working knowledge of Norwegian Cruise Line products, including current fleet and ship itineraries.
Proven record of excellent customer service and retention skills.
Must be able to multi-task and work in a high energy sales environment that is goal/quota driven. Problem solving, research and resolution skills.
Negotiation skills and ability to think through solutions is required in order to balance the interest of the guests and guest satisfaction while ensuring revenue and adherence to Norwegian's program guidelines.
Customer service skills.
Adherence to dress code is strictly enforced.
*Please Apply Online At https://www.ncl.com/about/careers/corporate-employment*
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