Nashville Riverboats Cook
About The Position
Line Cook - Nashville Riverboats Manthey Hospitality | Nashville, TN | Full-Time & Part-Time Love culinary execution, fast-paced kitchens, and creating memorable guest experiences? Manthey Hospitality is hiring Cooks to support high-quality dining operations for Nashville Riverboats. Short Order Line (Grill & Fry) Prep Salad Prep Pastry Nashville Riverboats delivers unforgettable sightseeing cruises, dining experiences, weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. We blend Southern hospitality, live entertainment, and scenic river cruising into one-of-a-kind experiences.
Requirements
- 2-3 years of cooking experience in high-volume restaurants, catering, or banquet environments
- Strong working knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and sanitation practices
- Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced, space-constrained galley conditions
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative, professional mindset
- Comfortable working aboard vessels in tight spaces and dynamic environments
- Ability to follow detailed recipes, procedures, and safety expectations
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts as needed
- Ability to work onboard for 2–5 hour cruises; occasional extended shifts up to 12 hours
Nice To Haves
- Prior banquet or event-based cooking experience strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook menu items to recipe standards for lunch cruises, dinner cruises, weddings, and special events
- Set up, stock, maintain, and break down assigned kitchen stations
- Prepare ingredients including vegetables, sauces, stocks, and desserts
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in accordance with health department and maritime standards
- Follow FIFO, proper labeling, dating, and safe food-handling procedures
- Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, surfaces, and storage areas
- Communicate with kitchen leadership and service teams to ensure timely, accurate meal delivery
- Receive and store deliveries; monitor inventory and report shortages
- Support vessel operations and partner with other departments as needed
- Perform additional duties as assigned by culinary leadership
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Medical & Ancillary Benefits (Full-Time Employees)
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Free Parking
- Complimentary Cruise Tickets & Brand Discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
