WHO WE ARE
Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery”.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Line Cook aboard a Lindblad Expeditions vessel, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional meals to both guests and crew in a fast-paced, team-oriented galley. This is a hands-on position responsible for prepping ingredients, cooking hot dishes, assisting with plating during meal service, and supporting daily culinary operations across the board.
You’ll work closely with the Head Chef and broader galley team to execute a high standard of food quality, presentation, and cleanliness while accommodating a variety of dietary needs. In addition to cooking responsibilities, you’ll assist with inventory, provisioning, cleaning, and dishwashing as needed — flexibility and teamwork are essential.
This role is physically demanding and requires a high level of stamina, professionalism, and attention to detail. Line Cooks work approximately 12+ hours per day on a rotational schedule of about 8 weeks on / 4 weeks off. It’s an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys life at sea, and takes pride in creating memorable culinary experiences for others.
Candidates must be genuinely prepared for sustained physical demand in a remote, at-sea environment before applying.
WORK SCHEDULE
Chefs work an average of 12 hours per day, every day, with no days off throughout your 8-week rotation onboard.
LIVING CONDITIONS
Crew quarters are compact and shared — you will bunk with one or two roommates for the full duration of your rotation, with minimal personal space. The vessel operates in remote locations with limited or no port access between expeditions, so cell service and internet may be unavailable for extended periods. You must bring a sufficient supply of any prescription medications, as refills cannot be obtained while underway.
This lifestyle suits people who are adaptable, self-sufficient, and genuinely energized by close-knit team environments and remote travel. If those conditions sound like a challenge rather than an adventure, this may not be the right fit.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is a physically demanding role performed in a moving marine environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and climb steep interior stairs repeatedly throughout a 12-hour shift — including during periods of significant vessel motion. The employee must regularly lift and carry items up to 50 pounds. Work rotates continuously across cabin cleaning, dishwashing, laundry, and food service, often without extended breaks. Work is performed in confined spaces and high-humidity environments including the galley.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES