Nashville Riverboats Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

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.

What You’ll Do

• 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

What You Bring

• 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
• Prior banquet or event-based cooking experience strongly preferred
• 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

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical & Ancillary Benefits (Full-Time Employees)
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Free Parking
• Complimentary Cruise Tickets & Brand Discounts

Ready to help Nashville Riverboats make waves? Apply today!

Equal Opportunity Statement

Manthey Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

This job posting is a condensed summary of the role and not a full job description. A complete description will be reviewed during the interview process. Responsibilities and duties may change based on business needs and may include additional tasks not listed above.