Waiter

American Cruise Lines•Catskill, NY

2h•$1,000 - $1,400•Onsite

About The Position

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 2027 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.

Requirements

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and an American citizen or Green Card holder.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
Must pass a pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for Marijuana and other controlled substances.
Consumption of alcohol is strictly prohibited.
Successful individuals work well under pressure, keep composure and have a positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

This is an introductory position to the cruise industry and a strong foundation for a career in hospitality.
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.

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.