Dishwasher

Dishwasher Position at American Cruise LinesAmerican Cruise Lines, the largest U.S. cruise company, offers unique experiences exploring America's rivers and coasts. We're hiring Dishwashers for the 2026 season. You'll work in our shipboard galley to ensure the proper sanitation of all pieces needed to provide an outstanding dining experience. 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 the cleanliness and sanitation of the galley including cutlery, glassware, dishes, and surrounding areas.Receive and carry food deliveries which require lifting boxes that weigh up to 50 lbs.Ensure that the commercial dishwasher is operating properly and efficiently, reporting any maintenance issues to management.Creating genuine rapport with our guests and catering to all galley requests in an efficient manner.In addition to the routine Dishwasher duties, Dishwashers may be required to perform other functions, such as greeting guests upon embarkation, and providing assistance during special events including but not limited to afternoon teas and snacks and participate in 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.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.