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American Cruise Lines

Hotel General Manager

Mobile, AL · On-site

Hotel General Manager American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United ... Ensure Chefs are following approved menus and recipes. * Oversee crew orientation, scheduling, crew ...

Big Bad Breakfast

Assistant General Manager

Tuscaloosa, AL · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

BBB was founded in 2008 by James Beard award-winning and Michelin-recommended chef John Currence ... We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant General Manager to join our dynamic team. The ...

Jim 'N Nick's

General Manager

Dothan, AL · On-site

AGM / Chef: $75k to $85k * Assistant Manager / Kitchen Manager: $65k-$75k * Monthly Bonus Opportunity: General Manager bonus plans offering achievable, top-dollar rewards for results you control.

Erickson Senior Living

Executive Chef

Riderwood, AL · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

The Executive Chef will oversee daily culinary operations, including à la minute and high-volume ... Partnering with the General Manager, this role will drive menu execution, develop and mentor the ...

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What is a general manager chef?

A General Manager Chef is a professional who oversees both the culinary and administrative operations of a restaurant, hotel, or food service establishment. This role combines the responsibilities of a head chef—such as menu planning, food preparation, and kitchen leadership—with those of a general manager, including staff management, budgeting, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The General Manager Chef ensures the smooth running of both the kitchen and the front-of-house, maintaining high standards for food quality, service, and business performance.

How does a general manager chef balance administrative duties with hands-on kitchen responsibilities?

A General Manager Chef typically splits time between overseeing kitchen operations and managing broader administrative tasks such as budgeting, scheduling, and staff management. Balancing these responsibilities requires strong organizational skills—many General Manager Chefs delegate day-to-day kitchen tasks to sous chefs or team leads while focusing on menu planning, procurement, and quality control. They also play a key role in training staff and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. This dual focus allows them to maintain high culinary standards while also driving the business side of restaurant operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a general manager chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a General Manager Chef, you need strong culinary expertise, management experience, and a background in hospitality, often supported by a culinary degree or equivalent industry experience. Familiarity with kitchen management software, inventory systems, and food safety certifications like ServSafe is typically required. Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills help you motivate teams and maintain high service standards. These skills are crucial for ensuring operational efficiency, staff satisfaction, and consistently excellent guest experiences.

What is the difference between General Manager Chef vs Executive Chef?

AspectGeneral Manager ChefExecutive Chef
Primary RoleOversees restaurant operations, staff management, and business strategyManages kitchen operations, menu creation, and culinary staff
CredentialsHospitality management experience, possibly business or restaurant management certificationsProfessional culinary training, culinary certifications, and experience
Work EnvironmentOffice and restaurant management settingKitchen and culinary environment
Industry UsageCommon in restaurant chains, hotels, and hospitality businessesPrimarily in fine dining, hotels, and culinary establishments

The main difference is that the General Manager Chef focuses on overall restaurant operations and business management, while the Executive Chef concentrates on culinary excellence and kitchen management. Both roles require culinary knowledge, but the General Manager Chef also emphasizes business skills and staff oversight.

How to become a general manager chef at a restaurant?

To become a general manager chef, candidates typically need extensive experience in culinary arts and restaurant management, often starting as a chef or kitchen supervisor. Developing leadership skills, obtaining relevant certifications such as ServSafe or management courses, and demonstrating strong operational knowledge are essential steps to advance into a general manager chef role.

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Hotel General Manager

Mobile, AL • On-site

American Cruise Lines
Travel Arrangement Services • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about American Cruise Linesexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Supervise and evaluate the shipboard hotel management team and oversee daily guest experience operations.

  • Manage food service, culinary operations, housekeeping, and guest services to ensure service standards and guest satisfaction.

  • Oversee crew management, including orientation, scheduling, discipline, and ensuring compliance with company procedures.

Job description

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 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 Hotel General Manager is the senior hotel officer who is responsible for managing the daily guest experience through hospitality, customer service, housekeeping, and food service operations on the ship. The Hotel General Manager supervises and evaluates the shipboard hotel management team and is the primary representative of American Cruise Lines to the guests.

The Hotel General Manager ensures all shipboard employees follow approved company procedures including service standards for dining, culinary, housekeeping, shore excursions, onboard enrichment, guest services, crew morale, and training. The Hotel General Manager is responsible for service excellence and superior guest satisfaction, which is a critical measure of success. The Hotel General Manager is accountable for the performance of all Hotel Department crew members, particularly the Hotel Officers and Executive Chef. The Hotel General Manager is expected to provide gracious hospitality to the guests while being safe, courteous, professional, and efficient.
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:
  • Supervise the Assistant Hotel Manager, Housekeeping Manager, Restaurant Manager, Cruise Director, Excursions Director, Executive Chef amp; Guest Service Coordinator.
  • Hold officers and crew accountable to American Cruise Lines’ standards.
  • Comply with American Cruise Lines’ Operations Manual, service standards, and procedures.
  • Responsible for assessing the management team and providing immediate corrective feedback.
  • Anticipate the needs of guests and crew.
  • Respond quickly to guest requests and ensure follow-up.
  • Identify and resolve problems immediately and request home office support as needed.
  • Ability to speak and present in front of all guests in person using a microphone.
  • Management presence during meals services, cocktail hour, and onboard events.
  • Oversee food service and culinary operations for guests and crew to include food quality, presentation, service, and timely delivery.
  • Ensure Chefs are following approved menus and recipes.
  • Oversee crew orientation, scheduling, crew appearance uniform standards, and discipline.
  • Lead and direct ship officers in achieving weekly sales goals.
  • Maintain impeccable cleanliness in passenger areas and ensure all housekeeping standards are followed.
  • Manage shipboard business transactions, accounting, timecards, and home office reporting.
  • Responsible for managing all hotel and food inventories.
  • Work with the Executive Chef to ensure food and hotel supplies are ordered and received timely.
  • Complete daily ship inspection with Mate amp; Assistant Hotel Manager to generate daily work list and follow up to ensure tasks are completed.
  • Create positive crew experiences.
  • Coordinate all staff to create specific, measurable, achievable, and realistic game plans in order to provide our guests with a memorable cruise on each of our itineraries.
  • Perform bartending duties as needed with other management personnel.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • 3+ years of hotel or food and beverage management experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business or hospitality management is preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
  • Willing to live and work aboard the ship.
  • Optimism and a hardworking drive to succeed.
  • Cruise industry experience not required.
  • Ability to meet moderate physical demands, including lifting, bending, climbing, and long periods of walking or standing.
  • Ability to satisfactorily pass US Coast Guard regulated pre-employment drug test and periodic consortium testing. This includes testing for marijuana and other controlled substances.
  • Available to travel and work a flexible schedule including 14 to 15 hour days for six to eight weeks at a time.
  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
  • Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
Work Schedule:
  • 7 Days per week while onboard the ship.
  • 6-8 weeks working onboard / 1-2 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.
  • Continuous growth in the company.
  • 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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