Sous Chef - Job Cruise

Job Description:

As a Sous Chef at Princess Cruises, you will play a key role in ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality food products in the assigned Galley section. You will be responsible for supervising the production process, adhering to recipes, and maintaining accurate production quantities and presentation.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise product delivery in the assigned Galley section, ensuring consistency by adherence to recipes, adequate production quantities, correct execution methods, and picture presentation.
• Control mise-en-place during preparation and frequent tastings, driving consistency through recipe accuracy, production quantities, and presentation.
• Successfully supervise production schedules and Galley manning, coordinating with the other Sous Chefs and department heads.
• Contribute to food and beverage improvement strategies as directed by the Executive Chef or Food and Beverage Director.
• Supervise Galley staff during operational activities, monitoring compliance with production and storage requirements.
• Conduct daily briefings with staff and ensure Chefs De Partie conduct station briefings.
• Observe crewmembers' performance and provide prompt correction, improvement, or reinforcement.
• Control production levels based on guest demand and inform the Executive Chef of changes or discrepancies.

Requirements:

• Formal qualification in Culinary Arts from a recognized culinary training institution.
• Minimum of six years' experience in a high-volume hotel or food service environment, including prior cruise ship experience.
• At least two years in a leadership role as Sous Chef or higher.
• Proficient knowledge of international cuisine and recipes, with the ability to execute diverse culinary styles to a high standard.
• Proven ability to adapt production methods to optimize cost efficiency.
• Demonstrated experience in training and supervising a multicultural team, with strong performance monitoring skills.
• Effective leadership and organizational skills to manage large culinary teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant job-related software applications.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Own comfortable single cabin.
• Company-paid travel to and from the ship.
• Access to exclusive areas and benefits onboard.
• Vibrant recreation and welfare program.
• Exceptional learning and development opportunities.
• Chance to travel the world.
• Welcoming, inclusive, and dynamic work environment.