Cook I

Cook I - Bring Your Culinary Skills Aboard!

City Cruises (Spirit of Norfolk!)

Do you enjoy creating great food and being part of a team that delivers memorable guest experiences? Join our crew as a Cook I aboard our scenic passenger vessel and help keep buffet and galley operations running smoothly while guests enjoy unforgettable dining experiences and skyline views.

Schedule: Shifts include nights, weekends, and holidays based on business demands. Schedule variations will be communicated in advance.

What You'll Do

• Provide friendly and efficient hospitality to guests and coworkers following our RESPECT service standards.
• Maintain and replenish buffet areas to ensure food quality, freshness, and presentation.
• Rotate food properly and monitor freshness standards.
• Read and follow ticketing systems to deliver food accurately.
• Prepare, portion, arrange, and garnish hot and cold food items.
• Deliver food promptly from the galley to dining areas.
• Assist with daily galley cleaning, including equipment, surfaces, and floors.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and service standards.
• Maintain a professional appearance and support additional duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Previous kitchen or culinary experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Energetic, dependable, and team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to take direction and work well under supervision.
• Strong communication and service skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods and performing physical tasks.
• Ability to lift and move food supplies, containers, and provisions.
• Must meet minimum state age requirements.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

The Experience

This is not your typical kitchen role. Work aboard a unique waterfront venue while helping create memorable dining experiences for guests. The role requires comfort working in a warm, fast-paced kitchen environment, standing for extended periods, lifting heavy items, and completing vessel safety requirements.

Bring your energy, passion for food, and teamwork to the waterfront. Join our crew and help make every cruise an unforgettable experience!

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