American Cruise Lines Employment Opportunities

American Cruise Lines operates the newest and most modern fleet of five specially designed ships, with thirteen unique itineraries in the Pacific Northwest and along the east coast of the US from Maine to Florida. We operate our ships for much of the year, spending the winter months in Florida and the Carolinas, the summer months cruising along New England and the Pacific Northwest, and the fall foliage season in the Hudson River Valley and Chesapeake Bay. Our ships are designed to travel along the smooth, inland and coastal waterways visiting unique ports of call along the way. The ships are equipped with the latest safety, navigating, and communications systems. Our itineraries are specially designed for those seeking culturally enriching destinations and hands on experiences exploring each port of call. Our passengers expect a professional and friendly atmosphere, so we choose our crew carefully to present a professional image and a great cruise experience to our guests.

Working onboard is fun, but it is also hard work. The pace is quick, the hours are long, and you can't go home at the end of the day. But everyday, when you wake up, and walk out on deck, you're reminded just how far away you are from the mundane life of a land lover. If you are looking for a unique job experience and are flexible about close living quarters and long days, then this is the job for you.

Shipboard Positions:

Captain

Mate

Hotel Manager/Assistant Hotel Manager

Cruise Director

Chef

Second Chef

Steward

Deckhand

Galley Steward / Dishwasher

To Apply:
Please carefully read the general requirements listed below. If you meet the general requirements you may apply for a position online by clicking the "Apply Online" button below. Or you can download and print the appropriate application for your desired position, fill it out completely, sign where indicated, and return to our corporate offices at the following address:

American Cruise Lines, Inc
Attn: Personnel Dept.
741 Boston Post Road, Suite 200
Guilford, CT 06437

Or fax it to 203-453-0417 attention: Personnel Dept

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If you have any questions regarding any of the shipboard positions, please call 800-230-7029. Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST or email your questions to careers@americancruiselines.com.

General Requirements

You must be at least 18 years of age.

You must have a high school diploma.

Our vessels are U.S. registered. Therefore, all shipboard employees must be able to legally work in the United States.

All positions require pre-employment, random, and reasonable cause alcohol and drug testing, as per US Coast Guard regulations.

Physical Demands; All shipboard positions can be physically demanding. Repetitive motion, bending, climbing and often heavy lifting, are requirements of most positions. Every crewmember works every day while on board.

Uniform/Grooming Standards; At ACL it is important that your attire and personal grooming reflect a positive and professional image. The company has a uniform policy that all crewmembers need to adhere to.

Description of Crew Positions

Captain: Please call 800-230-7029 or email careers@americancruiselines.com for information and requirements for this position.

Mate: Supervises, trains and coordinates activities of the deck department. Responsible for assisting in the piloting, navigation, safety, first aid, cleanliness and small boat operations. Responsibilities include training deckhands, planning, assigning and directing work, and resolving problems. This is a licensed position with education requirements.

Hotel Manager/Assistant Manager: Supervises and responsible for the dining room service and housekeeping aboard the vessel and all other passenger services. The Hotel Manager will maintain the highest standards and impeccable cleanliness required by the company. The Hotel Manager also serves as a business agent for the vessel in all ports. The Hotel Manager will supervise the scheduling and organization for all passenger shore excursions. This position is responsible for the dining service onboard the vessel and frequently interfacing with passengers during meals. The Hotel Manager is responsible for training shipboard hotel personnel. This position requires a bachelor degree in Hotel Administration or equivalent.

Cruise Director: Responsible for maintaining company's high level of personalized service and overall cruise experience to passengers. Must process an outstanding personality to interact with passengers and crew. Organizes and assists in onboard and ashore activities. This position requires a bachelor degree in Hotel Administration or equivalent.

Chef: Food service is one of the most important elements of the cruise experience for our passengers and we make every effort to maintain our high level of standards. The chef will be responsible for all functions within the galley and the coordination of meal service including three guest meals and three crew meals per day. The Chef will coordinate all galley activities in regards to food preparation, inventory, preparing the food, training, and the receiving of food stores. The chef is also responsible for maintaining the company's high standards in sanitation and adhere to proper food safety techniques. This position requires a degree from an accredited culinary institution.

Second Chef: Responsible for assisting the Chef in the preparation and service of shipboard meals for guests and crew. Will work as an important part of the galley team participating in all activities including cleaning and overall organization of storage areas and the galley as well as inventories. This position requires a degree from an accredited culinary institution.

Steward: Responsibilities include dining room set-up, service and sanitation of all meals. Daily Stateroom Service and Housekeeping including cleaning, bed making and bathrooms. Our vessels are small and intimate and we have a strong commitment to excellence and a passion for personal attention to all of our guests. Stewards will have a high level of guest interaction and are expected to demonstrate superior customer service skills and respond immediately and quickly to our guests needs.

Deckhand: Participating in steering the ship, docking and anchoring maneuvers: handling lines and gangways. Standing gangway, wheel and deck watches. These watches include security, maintenance and passenger assistance. Loading and unloading passenger luggage and ship stores. Duties also include general maintenance of the ship consisting of painting, cleaning, etc.

Galley Steward / Dishwasher: Responsible for assisting the chef, cleaning pots, pans and dishes, sweeping and mopping, and general sanitation of the galley.

To Apply:
Please carefully read the general requirements listed above. If you meet the general requirements you may apply for a position online by clicking the "Apply Online" button above. Or you can download and print the appropriate application for your desired position, fill it out completely, sign where indicated, and return to our corporate offices at the following address:

American Cruise Lines, Inc
Attn: Personnel Dept.
741 Boston Post Road, Suite 200
Guilford, CT 06437

Or fax it to 203-453-0417 attention: Personnel Dept

If you have any questions regarding any of the shipboard positions, please call 800-230-7029. Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST or email your questions to careers@americancruiselines.com.