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Connect Staffing

Cook / Kitchen Team Member

Sparks, NV · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Cook, Line Cook, Prep Cook, Short Order Cook, Military Mess Hall, Cruise Ship Cook. Pre-Employment Requirements * Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. frequently. * Must have reliable transportation.

Connect Staffing

Cook / Kitchen Team Member

Sparks, NV · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Cook, Line Cook, Prep Cook, Short Order Cook, Military Mess Hall, Cruise Ship Cook. Pre-Employment Requirements * Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. frequently. * Must have reliable transportation.

Connect Staffing

Banquet Hall Cooks and Servers

Sparks, NV · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

Cook, Line Cook, Prep Cook, Short Order Cook, Cook/Server, Banquet Cook, Catering Cook, Food Service Worker, Military Mess Hall Cook, Cruise Ship Cook. Pre-Employment Requirements * Background check ...

Connect Staffing

Banquet Hall Cooks and Servers

Sparks, NV · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

Cook, Line Cook, Prep Cook, Short Order Cook, Cook/Server, Banquet Cook, Catering Cook, Food Service Worker, Military Mess Hall Cook, Cruise Ship Cook. Pre-Employment Requirements * Background check ...

Princess Cruises

Demi Chef de Partie

New York, NY

$20.75 - $26.25/hr

Cruise ship experience is recommended. * Strong knowledge of Western cuisines and a basic ... Possession of an STCW Ship's Cook Certificate is recommended for this role. Candidates holding this ...

Princess Cruises

Demi Chef de Partie

New York, NY · On-site

$20.75 - $26.25/hr

Cruise ship experience is recommended. * Strong knowledge of Western cuisines and a basic ... Possession of an STCW Ship's Cook Certificate is recommended for this role. Candidates holding this ...

Princess Cruises

$17.75 - $22.50/hr

Cruise ship experience is recommended. * Strong knowledge of Western cuisines and a basic ... Possession of an STCW Ship's Cook Certificate is recommended for this role. Candidates holding this ...

Princess Cruises

$19.25 - $24.25/hr

Cruise ship experience is recommended. * Strong knowledge of Western cuisines and a basic ... Possession of an STCW Ship's Cook Certificate is recommended for this role. Candidates holding this ...

Princess Cruises

$17.75 - $22.50/hr

Cruise ship experience is recommended. * Strong knowledge of Western cuisines and a basic ... Possession of an STCW Ship's Cook Certificate is recommended for this role. Candidates holding this ...

Skagway Brewing Company

Line Cook

Skagway, AK · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Training & development Located in the seasonal Alaskan cruise ship port of Skagway, the Skagway ... The Line Cook (grill, saute, and/or fry station) is an important team player, responsible for ...

Princess Cruises

$17.75 - $22.50/hr

... batch cooking/ preparation process is practice and always meet the cost target. * Thinks ... Previous cruise ship experience is mandatory for this position. * Extensive knowledge of ...

Princess Cruises

Chef De Partie

New York, NY

$20.75 - $26.25/hr

... batch cooking/ preparation process is practice and always meet the cost target. * Thinks ... Previous cruise ship experience is mandatory for this position. * Extensive knowledge of ...

Princess Cruises

Chef De Partie

New York, NY · On-site

$20.75 - $26.25/hr

... batch cooking/ preparation process is practice and always meet the cost target. * Thinks ... Previous cruise ship experience is mandatory for this position. * Extensive knowledge of ...

Princess Cruises

$17.75 - $22.50/hr

... batch cooking/ preparation process is practice and always meet the cost target. * Thinks ... Previous cruise ship experience is mandatory for this position. * Extensive knowledge of ...

Princess Cruises

$19.25 - $24.25/hr

... batch cooking/ preparation process is practice and always meet the cost target. * Thinks ... Previous cruise ship experience is mandatory for this position. * Extensive knowledge of ...

Princess Cruises

Sous Chef

New York, NY · On-site

$54K - $73K/yr

As the world's leading cruise line, our guests have high expectations of us, and we have high ... Possession of an STCW Ship's Cook Certificate is recommended for this role. Candidates who hold ...

American Cruise Lines

Lead Line Cook

Chattanooga, TN

$15.75 - $20/hr

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 ...

American Cruise Lines

Lead Line Cook

Florence, AL · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

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 ...

American Cruise Lines

Lead Line Cook

Cincinnati, OH

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

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 ...

American Cruise Lines

Lead Line Cook

Muskegon, MI

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

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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How much do cruise ship cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for cruise ship cook in the United States is $16.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical working hours and conditions for a cruise ship cook?

Cruise Ship Cooks commonly work long shifts, often 10 to 12 hours per day, with workweeks that can extend up to seven days in a row during a voyage. The work environment is fast-paced, and you will be part of a team preparing meals for passengers and crew, often serving several hundred or even thousands per meal. Living quarters are aboard the ship, so adaptability to communal living and limited personal space is important. While the schedule can be intense, it offers unique opportunities for travel, professional growth, and building international culinary experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cruise ship cook?

To thrive as a Cruise Ship Cook, you need strong culinary skills, experience in high-volume kitchen environments, and usually a culinary degree or related certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, international food safety standards, and inventory management systems is often required. Teamwork, adaptability, and effective communication are vital soft skills in ensuring smooth kitchen operations and guest satisfaction. These attributes are crucial for producing consistently high-quality meals and maintaining efficiency on a fast-paced, multicultural cruise ship.

What is a cruise ship cook?

A Cruise Ship Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking meals for passengers and crew on a cruise ship. They work in a fast-paced kitchen, following recipes and maintaining food safety standards. Depending on their rank, they may specialize in certain cuisines or assist with buffet and fine dining preparations. Teamwork and adaptability are crucial, as they work long hours in a dynamic environment.

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Cook / Kitchen Team Member

Connect Staffing

Sparks, NV • On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Connect Staffing is hiring entry level Cook / Servers for a pop-up banquet hall serving meals to construction workers at a Data Center project in McCarran, NV. This is a temp position paying $16-$19/hr depending on experience. In this role, you will prepare and cook menu items from scratch using a grill, sauté station, and fryer, while also taking guest orders and delivering food and beverages to tables. This is a working kitchen environment with steady volume throughout the project.
Pay: $18-$21/hr
Schedule: Daytime shift. Evening, weekend, holiday, and overtime shifts may be required
Location: McCarran, NV 89437
Job Type: Temp 2-3 year project
Primary workplace language(s): English
Work Environment: Pop-up banquet hall / scratch kitchen serving a Data Center construction crew in a rural area
Responsibilities
  • Work both back-of-house and front-of-house in a from-scratch kitchen serving large volumes of construction workers in a banquet-style setting.
  • Operate grill, sauté station, and fryer following recipes and quality standards.
  • Wash, chop, and portion ingredients for service.
  • Maintain cleanliness of kitchen stations, service areas, and dining areas throughout the shift.
  • Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times.

Minimum Requirements
  • 6+ months of recent cook, prep cook, or similar experience

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in catering, buffets, banquet halls, food production or restaurant kitchen environment. Experience operating a grill, sauté station, or commercial fryer.
  • Familiarity with scratch cooking and following standardized recipes.
  • Experience taking guest orders and delivering food in a restaurant or banquet setting.
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices (ServSafe or equivalent a plus).
  • Experience in high-volume or catering / banquet-style food service.
  • Previous experience in a kitchen, food service, or restaurant environment - or a strong willingness to learn (entry-level candidates welcome).
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English.
  • You may be a great fit if you've held any of these titles: Cook, Line Cook, Prep Cook, Short Order Cook, Military Mess Hall, Cruise Ship Cook.

Pre-Employment Requirements
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. frequently.
  • Must have reliable transportation.
  • Must provide and wear non-slip shoes.
  • Must pass a drug screen.
  • Must pass a background check.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (E-Verify).
  • Must be able to communicate effectively in English.

Benefits
  • Weekly pay.
  • Direct deposit / Paycard.
  • Health and dental benefits available.
  • Earn referral bonuses.

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