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Cruise Line Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Cruise Director

Sandy, UT · On-site

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Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is looking to add Cruise Directors to our shipboard team for our 2026 season. American Cruise Lines ...

Cruise Director

Farmington, UT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

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Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is looking to add Cruise Directors to our shipboard team for our 2026 season. American Cruise Lines ...

Culinary Trainer

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

American Cruise Lines, the largest river cruise line in the United States, is looking for a Culinary Trainer to join our team in Salt Lake City, UT . This is an excellent opportunity for an ...

Line Cook

Sandy, UT · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Line Cook American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the United States, is looking to add Line Cooks to our shipboard team for the 2026 season on America's rivers. Our shipboard team supports ...

Line Cook

Farmington, UT

$15 - $18.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Line Cook American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the United States, is looking to add Line Cooks to our shipboard team for the 2026 season on America's rivers. Our shipboard team supports ...

IT Support Tech

Sandy, UT · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

IT Support Tech American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the United States, is looking to add an IT Support Tech to our team in our Sandy, UT office. Our IT team supports our shipboard staff ...

IT Supervisor

Sandy, UT · On-site

$71K - $77K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the United States, is looking to add an IT Supervisor to our team in our Sandy, UT office. Our IT team supports our shipboard staff and corporate ...

Lead Line Cook

Sandy, UT · On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Lead Line Cook American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the United States, is looking to add Lead Line Cooks to our shipboard team for the 2026 season on America's rivers. Our shipboard team ...

Lead Line Cook

Farmington, UT · On-site

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Lead Line Cook American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the United States, is looking to add Lead Line Cooks to our shipboard team for the 2026 season on America's rivers. Our shipboard team ...

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Talent Acquisition Specialist

Sandy, UT · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Company Description American Cruise Lines is the largest river and small-ship cruise line in the United States, offering more than 50 itineraries across the country's most scenic waterways and ...

Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to ...

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Sales Representative

Sandy, UT · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Company Description American Cruise Lines is the largest river and small-ship cruise line in the United States, offering more than 50 itineraries across the country's most scenic waterways and ...

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Travel Sales Specialist

Sandy, UT · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Company Description American Cruise Lines is the largest river and small-ship cruise line in the United States, offering more than 50 itineraries across the country's most scenic waterways and ...

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Sales Representative

Sandy, UT · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Company Description American Cruise Lines is the largest river and small-ship cruise line in the United States, offering more than 50 itineraries across the country's most scenic waterways and ...

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Inside Sales Representative

Sandy, UT · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Company Description American Cruise Lines is the largest river and small-ship cruise line in the United States, offering more than 50 itineraries across the country's most scenic waterways and ...

Culinary Trainer American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line in the United States, is seeking a Culinary Trainer to deliver dynamic classroom and hands-on training to shipboard culinary staff.

Deckhand

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$1.0K - $1.4K/wk

The talent and dedication of American Cruise Lines' employees have made us America's Leading Small Ship Cruise Line. Work Schedule: * 7 days per week while onboard the ship, for up to 28 weeks.

Deckhand

Springdale, UT · On-site

$1.0K - $1.4K/wk

The talent and dedication of American Cruise Lines' employees have made us America's Leading Small Ship Cruise Line. Work Schedule: * 7 days per week while onboard the ship, for up to 28 weeks.

Hotel General Manager

Springdale, UT · On-site

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  • Retirement

Hotel General Manager American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is looking to add Hotel General Managers to our shipboard team for our 2026 season. American ...

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How much do cruise line jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for cruise line in Utah is $18.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.77 and $19.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by staff working on a cruise line, and how can they be managed?

Staff working on a cruise line often face unique challenges such as adjusting to long periods away from home, adapting to living and working in close quarters with colleagues, and maintaining high levels of customer service for diverse guests. Managing these challenges typically involves effective communication, building strong team relationships, and practicing self-care to maintain physical and mental well-being. Many cruise lines offer support resources, structured schedules, and recreational activities for crew members to help create a positive work environment and foster team spirit.

What are cruise line jobs?

Cruise line jobs refer to a wide range of positions available on a cruise ship or with cruise companies, including roles in hospitality, entertainment, navigation, engineering, guest services, and more. Employees may work as chefs, waitstaff, cabin stewards, entertainers, deck officers, or in other specialized roles to ensure the smooth operation of the ship and a positive experience for guests. These jobs often require working and living onboard for extended periods, offering travel opportunities and unique work environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cruise line crew member, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cruise Line Crew Member, you need excellent customer service skills, hospitality experience, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale systems, safety procedures, and STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping) certification is commonly required. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability help crew members stand out in the dynamic, multicultural environment onboard. These skills are vital to ensure smooth operations, guest satisfaction, and safety on a cruise ship.
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Infographic showing various Cruise Line job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,211 per year, or $18.9 per hour.

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Job description

Cruise Director
American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is looking to add Cruise Directors to our shipboard team for our 2026 season. American Cruise Lines only operates within the United States and has no more than 200 passenger vessels that create a one-of-a-kind small ship experience. With newly constructed vessels being added to our fleet, it is a great opportunity to join our shipboard management team.
The Cruise Director is the most visible advocate for guests and is responsible for creating a fun atmosphere onboard while always engaging guests through a series of activities, shows, events, presentations and socializing throughout the cruise. The Cruise Director manages the entertainment, presentations, activities, events and communications on board. This leadership role requires an energetic, creative, talented individual with previous cruise/resort experience, extraordinarily polished presentation skills, collaborative approach, team spirit, and a passion for guest satisfaction. The Cruise Director reports to the Hotel Manager.
At American Cruise Lines, we are driven by our values-Optimism, Commitment, Patriotism, and Merit. These values shape our culture, our service, and our people, guiding us as we work together to Share America's Story on the Finest American Ships.
Responsibilities:
  • Schedule and execute engaging entertainment, enrichment and activity programs that enhance and elevate the guest experience.
  • Effectively communicate to guests via the shipboard daily program, television, stage, public address system and one-on-one interaction and socialization.
  • Socialize with guests at every opportunity including, but not limited to, mealtimes and cocktail hour.
  • Greet guests as they depart for and return from shore excursions.
  • Make daily Noon announcement/update; make every effort to make all PA announcements as the "voice" of the cruise.
  • Meet with Excursions Director, Guest Speakers, Guest Instructors and Resident Entertainers at the start of every cruise to review scheduling.
  • Create the daily Ship to Shore.
  • Host Officer Introduction and Excursion Briefing.
  • Assist in the delivery of the Safety Briefing with the Captain.
  • Ensure lounges are prepared for activities, events, presentations and shows (lounge configuration, A/V requirements, etc.).
  • Confirm entertainers 48-hours in advance; assist entertainers and onboard speaker's A/V needs.
  • Create and update bulletin board daily.
  • Work with Excursions Director to prepare folders and materials for turnaround day.
  • Act as company representative at pre-cruise hotels on turnaround day.
  • Promote onboard sales and brand loyalty by hosting re-booking events.
  • Oversee proper VIP guest service delivery.
  • Communicate and report regularly to the Home Office as to the status of the cruise, guest issues and recovery, and the evaluations of Guest Speakers, Instructors and Entertainers.
  • Perform bartending duties as needed with other management personnel.

Qualifications:
  • Cruise ship experience preferred, but candidates with upscale hotel/resort experience will be considered.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
  • Extremely polished speaking/presentation skills required.
  • Strong interpersonal and social skills required.
  • Strong critical thinking skills required.
  • Must possess a strong sense of production and presentation.
  • Basic knowledge of audio/visual equipment required.
  • Must be enthusiastic, outgoing, confident, and always have a can-do attitude.
  • Excellent time management and attention to detail.
  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
  • Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Attributes for Success:
  • Ability to engage guests throughout each cruise.
  • Superior time management.
  • Ability to manage and solve problems.
  • Sense of urgency in all guest, crew, and home office requests.
  • Positive attitude and receptive to continuous performance feedback.

Work Schedule:
  • 7 Days per week while onboard the ship.
  • 6 to 8 weeks working and living onboard the ship / 1 to 2 weeks off.
  • This is a full-time, exempt position.

Essential Functions:
  • Ships experience forces from wind, waves, and currents, prompting them to exhibit six distinct motions known as ship motions. The six motions are surge, sway, heave, roll, pitch, and yaw. This position requires the ability to live and satisfactorily perform job duties in an environment that is subject to constant motion.
  • Ability to work around 12 hours per day.
  • Ability to assist in the event of an on-board emergency by quickly climbing up a ladder, opening, and passing through a 20" diameter hatch.
  • Ability to stand for your entire shift.
  • Ability to frequently lift up to 20 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to frequently bend, squat and reach.
  • Ability to live and work on board a vessel for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to use stairs frequently.

Compensation and Benefits:
  • Competitive daily rate.
  • Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match.
  • Covered Expenses: American Cruise Lines provides travel, room and board, uniforms, and training.

Applicant Acknowledgment
By proceeding to apply for the above position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the description of the job position for which I am applying, I agree that it accurately reflects the essential functions of the position, and I represent that I can complete the essential functions of the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
American Cruise Lines is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. ‎American Cruise Lines bases all employment decisions on business needs, job requirements, and individual ‎qualifications without regard to protected characteristics, including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin and citizenship, age (40 and over), disability (including perceived disability), generic information, military service, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. ‎This policy applies to all aspects of employment and employment decisions, including, but not limited to, ‎hiring, selection, job assignment, training, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access ‎to benefits.‎
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This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position and such duties and responsibilities may change without notice.