Riverboat Jobs

Our riverboat staff enjoy some of the best views of St. Louis’ working riverfront as well as the Gateway Arch. If you love the Mississippi River, having fun, and working with the best team – take a look at our available positions below and apply today!

New BSD employees are eligible for a $500 hiring incentive! To qualify, employee must be on time for all shifts and maintain 15.5 hours per week. Employees receive $150 on first and second paychecks and $200 on their third paycheck (payment dates may vary depending on start date).

Free Metro Transportation
BSD employees are eligible for free rides on any MetroBus or MetroLink train.

Free Parking on Levee for Riverboat Staff
Available through 2025 calendar year.

View all open positions and apply today!

Work on the River

Deckhand: $15.74/hr

Crew the Mississippi! ⚓ The Gateway Arch Riverboats seek reliable Deckhands to join our team. Help ensure safe and memorable cruises for our guests while working on the mighty Mississippi. This vital role is part of our U.S. Coast Guard-required crew.

APPLY HERE
A deckhand wearing an orange life vest throws a thick hitching rope from the Riverboat around a large rung on the dock to tie up the boat for safety.

Bartender: $15/hr

Shake things up on the Mississippi! We’re hiring bartenders for the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch. Serve drinks with a view, whether we’re cruising under the stars or hosting dockside events. If you’re energetic, guest-focused, and ready to make waves, we want you!

APPLY HERE

Cruise Coordinator: $18.34/hr

Set sail on your next career! We’re looking for a Cruise Coordinator to oversee guest comfort and experiences aboard the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch. If you’re ready for a leadership role with riverfront views, climb aboard!

APPLY HERE
tables set up for a Dinner Cruise on a riverboat

Riverboat Captain: $32.19/hr

You’re the Captain Now! 🚢 The Gateway Arch Riverboats are hiring Captains who can create unforgettable experiences for our passengers. Safely operate our vessels, engage with guests, and bring the river to life with captivating narrations. Adherence to regulations and company policies is essential while operating the vessel.

APPLY HERE
riverboat captain standing on the top deck of the boat smiling.

Server: $15/hr

Food, fun, and the Mississippi! We’re hiring servers to join the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch. Work as part of a great team, serve delicious food, and keep the good vibes flowing—onboard and at the Paddlewheel Café.

APPLY HERE

Ticket Sales Agent: $16/hr

Your office has river views! Be a Ticket Sales Agent for the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch. Help guests get their tickets, shop, or grab snacks—and enjoy being part of our daily cruises!

APPLY HERE
Photo of mugs, cups, candy, and other riverboat souvenirs in the Riverboats Gift Shp

Prep Cook: $15.79/hr

Chop, prep, and make waves! Join the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch as a Prep Cook. Help create delicious meals for guests while keeping the kitchen shipshape!

APPLY HERE
A chef smiles for a portrait while holding spatulas over a stovetop inside the galley at the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch.

Line Cook: $16.30/hr

Where great meals meet great views! Be a Line Cook for the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch. Cook up delicious food, keep the kitchen shipshape, and be part of something special on the Mississippi.

APPLY HERE
A full table plated before a Skyline Dinner Cruise

Galley Dishwasher: $15.28/hr

Behind every great meal is a clean galley! Join the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch as a Dishwasher, keeping dishes sanitized and organized while supporting unforgettable guest experiences.

APPLY HERE
An empty table ready before a Skyline Dinner Cruise

Work at the Gateway Arch

Coming soon

Check back later in 2025 for Gateway Arch positions to be posted…

Gateway Arch Jobs Page
Two Tour Guides at the Gateway Arch smiling and posing for a photo before a Tram Ride to the Top tour.

Equal Employment Opportunity M/F/D/V & Drug-Free and Alcohol-Free Workforce

Equal Employment Opportunity M/F/D/V

The Gateway Arch and the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers, supporting diversity in the workplace. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other factor protected by law.

Drug-Free and Alcohol-Free Workforce

An important factor in providing excellent service is assuring a drug-free and alcohol-free workforce. Therefore, the Gateway Arch and the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch have established a goal of providing a 100 percent drug-free and alcohol-free workplace. Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment and will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their employment. Employees selected for safety-sensitive positions must also submit to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with the Gateway Arch and Riverboats at the Gateway Arch policy as well as regulatory requirements provided by the Coast Guard and the Federal Transit Administration. In addition, thorough background and criminal checks are completed for all new hires.

Applying Online

You will need an email address to apply online. Apply now.

  • If you have previously applied for a job with the Gateway Arch or the Riverboats at the Gateway Arch, you can log in with the email address and password you provided then.
  • Allow approximately 30 minutes to complete the application, as the online application cannot be saved until it is completed.
  • The system automatically times out after 20 minutes of inactivity. If this happens, your information will be lost. Your application is not saved until you have clicked the “Submit” button on the last page.
  • Do not use your Internet browser’s Back button. This will cause the page to expire and your application will not be saved. To toggle between pages, be sure to use the Next and Previous buttons at the bottom of each page.
  • The Gateway Arch and Riverboats at the Gateway Arch reserve the right to cancel, or end early, any posted position.