SBN - Chef De Cuisine - CSSI

Job Title: Chef De Cuisine

We are seeking an experienced Chef De Cuisine to join our culinary team on board our cruise ships. As a key member of the galley team, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of food preparation, ensuring high-quality cuisine is delivered to our guests within budgetary limitations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Executive Chef in their duties, including menu planning, food preparation, and inventory management.
• Ensure all standard operating procedures are in place, adhered to, and followed throughout the ship.
• Evaluate and train galley staff as per Seabourn personnel policy.
• Oversee the care, treatment, and training of galley equipment.
• Control inventory and maintenance records of durable (non-food) items.
• Control hours worked in the team, minimizing overtime where possible.
• Maintain log sheets of all liquors and wines used in food preparation.
• Actively participate in yield and portion control with the Executive Chef.
• Ensure waste control is in place, grocery breakage is minimized, and garbage separation is followed.

Public Health:

• Familiarize yourself with and execute the Seabourn HESS-MS procedures relevant to your position.
• Control and monitor cooling logs and blast chiller procedures, following up on daily checklists.
• Conduct physical spot checks in all fresh produce fridges in the Main Galley.

Requirements:

• Formal degree in food management from a recognized international culinary institution.
• Proof of continuing education through certificates or letters of participation in specialized courses.
• Strong command of the English language, combined with writing skills.
• 5+ years of experience in a 5-star hotel, cruise ship, or high-profile restaurant, performing similar functions.
• 2+ years in the same or similar position.
• Certification from an accredited advanced food safety program.
• Extensive knowledge of VSP, preferred.

If you are a motivated and experienced chef looking for a new challenge, please apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team.