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American Cruise Lines

Waiter

Norfolk, VA

$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.

American Cruise Lines

Waiter

Norfolk, VA · 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.

American Cruise Lines

Executive Chef

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$69K - $95K/yr

S. cruise line, dedicated to providing immersive travel, exceptional service, and world-class cuisine while sharing America's story on the finest ships in America. We offer over 50 itineraries across ...

American Cruise Lines

Executive Chef

Norfolk, VA

$69K - $95K/yr

S. cruise line, dedicated to providing immersive travel, exceptional service, and world-class cuisine while sharing America's story on the finest ships in America. We offer over 50 itineraries across ...

American Cruise Lines

Sous Chef

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

Sous Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United ... Ships experience forces from wind, waves, and currents, prompting them to exhibit six distinct ...

American Cruise Lines

Pastry Chef

Norfolk, VA · On-site

Pastry Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United ... Ships experience forces from wind, waves, and currents, prompting them to exhibit six distinct ...

American Cruise Lines

Pastry Chef

Portsmouth, VA · On-site

Pastry Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United ... Ships experience forces from wind, waves, and currents, prompting them to exhibit six distinct ...

American Cruise Lines

Sous Chef

Norfolk, VA

$48K - $65K/yr

Sous Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United ... Ships experience forces from wind, waves, and currents, prompting them to exhibit six distinct ...

American Cruise Lines

Pastry Chef

Petersburg, VA

Pastry Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United ... Ships experience forces from wind, waves, and currents, prompting them to exhibit six distinct ...

American Cruise Lines

Pastry Chef

Norfolk, VA

Pastry Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United ... Ships experience forces from wind, waves, and currents, prompting them to exhibit six distinct ...

American Cruise Lines

Executive Sous Chef

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$62K - $80K/yr

Executive Sous Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the ... Regularly check-in with the ship's crew regarding the overall satisfaction of the meals provided.

American Cruise Lines

Executive Sous Chef

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$50 - $70/hr

American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the United States, is ... Regularly check-in with the ship's crew regarding the overall satisfaction of the meals provided.

American Cruise Lines

Executive Sous Chef

Norfolk, VA

$62K - $80K/yr

Executive Sous Chef American Cruise Lines, the largest cruise line operating exclusively within the ... Regularly check-in with the ship's crew regarding the overall satisfaction of the meals provided.

American Cruise Lines

Travel Director

Mount Vernon, VA · On-site

Travel Director/Adventure Guide - National Parks American Cruise Lines is seeking Travel Directors to join our shipboard team for the 2026 cruising season. The Travel Director role is responsible for ...

The St. James

Line Cook (4607)

Springfield, VA · On-site

$16.50 - $20.75/hr

Other duties as required by the Food & Beverage Director, and/or the Leadership teams of The St ... A high school diploma and at least two years of experience cooking in a hotel, cruise ship, or ...

The St. James

Line Cook (4607)

Springfield, VA · On-site

$16.50 - $20.75/hr

Other duties as required by the Food & Beverage Director, and/or the Leadership teams of The St ... A high school diploma and at least two years of experience cooking in a hotel, cruise ship, or ...

Erickson Senior Living

Line Cook

Springfield, VA · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

... talented Line Cook to join our vibrant dining team and bring flavor, creativity, and energy to ... a "cruise ship on land" for its resort-style amenities and engaging lifestyle. We're proud to be ...

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What is the difference between Direct Cruise Line Ship and Cruise Ship Officer?

AspectDirect Cruise Line ShipCruise Ship Officer
CredentialsSTCW certification, maritime licensesSTCW certification, maritime licenses
Work EnvironmentOnboard cruise ships, passenger and crew areasOnboard cruise ships, navigation and safety duties
Industry UsageOperational role managing ship functionsNavigation, safety, and operational responsibilities

The Direct Cruise Line Ship refers to the vessel itself, often managed by the cruise line, while the Cruise Ship Officer is a crew member responsible for specific operational or safety duties onboard. Both roles require similar certifications and work in the same environment, but the ship is the platform, and the officer is a personnel role within that platform.

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Waiter

American Cruise Lines

Norfolk, VA

$1.0K - $1.4K/wk

Full-time, Temporary

Posted 25 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide guests with an elegant and memorable dining experience.

  • Set up and break down dining areas, including arranging tables, linen, silverware, china, and glassware.

  • Relay orders to the galley, serve courses and beverages, and ensure presentation and garnishing are proper.

Job description

Waiter
American Cruise Lines, the largest U.S. cruise company, offers unique experiences exploring America’s rivers and coasts. We’re hiring Waiters for the 2026 cruising season. You’ll work in our shipboard hotel and restaurant providing outstanding hospitality and serving as a proud representative of our brand. This is a temporary position where we challenge you to work onboard for 28 weeks.
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:
  • Responsible for providing guests with an elegant and memorable dining experience.
  • Efficiently set-up and break-down breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktail hour including setting tables, arranging linen, silverware, china and glassware.
  • Cater to all culinary requests in an efficient manner.
  • Acknowledge guests by name, escort them to their tables, present food, and beverage menus, suggest particular courses and wines and kindly answer any questions they may have regarding menu items.
  • Efficiently relay orders to the galley, and serve various courses and beverages with care, ensuring that all items look presentable and are properly garnished and decorated before serving.
  • In addition to the routine restaurant duties, Waiters may be required to perform other functions, such as greeting guests upon embarkation, serving afternoon teas and snacks, and cater evening entertainment.
Highlights:
  • Pay: Wages range from $1,000 to $1,400 per week with additional bonuses. With all major living expenses covered aboard, you have an extraordinary chance to save your earnings.
  • Hospitality Experience: This is an introductory position to the cruise industry and a strong foundation for a career in hospitality.
  • Covered Expenses: American Cruise Lines provides travel, room and board, uniforms, and training.
  • Travel the Country: We have over 50 itineraries, spanning over 35 states in America.
  • Crew Connections: Create lifelong memories and relationships with fellow crew members and guests from all over the country.
Qualifications:
You must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and an American citizen or Green Card holder. You must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
Under Federal Law and the Department of Transportation, we are required to pre-employment drug test all shipboard employees which includes testing for Marijuana and other controlled substances. To provide safe and conscientious service to our guests, the consumption of alcohol is strictly prohibited. All shipboard employees also have emergency and safety functions essential to the safe operation of the ship that are included in your training.
American Cruise Lines has grooming standards that include limitations on visible tattoos and piercings. This is a temporary employment position not to extend beyond 28 weeks of shipboard work. We encourage you to utilize the skills you develop to apply for management positions within American Cruise Lines, but such positions cannot be expected and are not guaranteed.
Successful individuals work well under pressure, keep composure and have a positive attitude. 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.
  • This is a temporary position with no guarantee of future employment.
  • This is a full-time, nonexempt 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.
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.

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