Housekeeper, Hospitality ​/ Hotel ​/ Catering

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American Cruise Lines provides a temporary Housekeeper position for the 2026 season. The role lasts 28 weeks onboard a shipboard hotel, where you will serve guests with outstanding hospitality and represent the brand.

Wages range from $1,000 to $1,400 per week, with additional bonuses.

• Travel, room, board, and uniforms provided.
• Coverage of expenses while aboard.
• Career foundation in the cruise industry.

Optimism
, Commitment
, Patriotism
, and Merit guide everything we do. We share America’s story on the finest American ships.

• Create and maintain a clean, safe, and attractive environment for guests.
• Prioritize comfort and cleanliness in staterooms, facilities, and common areas.
• Greet guests by name and respond promptly to housekeeping inquiries and service requests according to company standards.
• Vacuum, sweep, and mop floors.
• Organize inventory and stock linen and supplies.
• Clean spills with appropriate equipment and notify managers of necessary maintenance requests.
• Collect and dispose of trash.
• Properly clean upholstered furniture and lounge spaces.
• Build genuine relationships with guests and attend to all housekeeping requests efficiently.
• Perform additional functions as required, such as greeting guests upon embarkation and assisting during special events, including afternoon tea, snacks, and evening cocktail parties.

• Pay – Wages range from $1,000 to $1,400 per week with additional bonuses.
• 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 to and from your assigned vessel, room and board, uniforms, and paid 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.

• At least eighteen (18) years of age and an American citizen or Green Card holder.
• Willing and able to work a minimum of twelve (12) hours per day, seven (7) days a week, for up to twenty-eight (28) weeks.
• Must be able to meet moderate physical demands, including lifting, bending, climbing, and extended periods of standing or walking.
• Pre-employment drug test required, testing for marijuana and other controlled substances.
• Consumption of alcohol strictly prohibited.
• Visible tattoos and piercings subject to grooming standards.
• Temporary employment position not to extend beyond twenty-eight (28) weeks of shipboard work.
• Employees encouraged to apply for management positions within the company, but such positions cannot be expected or guaranteed.

Entry level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

American Cruise Lines is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or genetic information. Successful individuals work well under pressure, keep composure and have a positive attitude. The talent and dedication of American Cruise Lines’ employees have made us America's Leading Small Ship Cruise Line.