Chef
- Category:
- Galley Jobs
- Position:
- Sole Chef
- Job posted:
- 22 November 2024
Location: Florida/Bahamas/Caribbean
Employment Type: Seasonal
Salary: DOE
Certifications: USA Passport or Greencard, STCW, Food Safety
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled, motivated Chef for a U.S.-flagged, 120ft private yacht. This is a unique
opportunity for a culinary-trained chef with an excellent attitude, strong organizational skills, and
the ability to work closely with the Chief Stewardess. The ideal candidate is a team player who
can seamlessly provide daily meals for both guests and crew, adapt menus to dietary needs, and
deliver a “family style” experience that includes beach setups and informal service all while
maintaining a clean workspace. This program is busy, and requires organization and presence.
The perfect candidate will have a positive attitude and a “can-do” work ethic.
Key Responsibilities:
• Guest & Crew Meals: Prepare and serve daily meals for guests and crew, with an
emphasis on fresh, family-style presentations.
• Menu Planning: Develop diverse, varied menus for both guests and crew,
accommodating dietary restrictions, allergies, and nutritional needs.
• Provisioning: Source ingredients skillfully while traveling; maintain a well-stocked,
organized pantry.
• Food Safety: Adhere to strict food safety and storage guidelines, ensuring freshness and
quality.
• Event Setup: Execute informal “family style” setups and assist with occasional beach or
off-yacht dining experiences
• Organization: Maintain a clean, organized workspace with an emphasis on time
management.
• Presentation & Creativity: Deliver beautifully presented, creative dishes that enhance
the guest experience.
• Cleanliness: Due to the compact nature of our galley, maintain a consistently clean and
organized workspace is essential. This includes adhering to daily, weekly and monthly
cleaning routines and a strong focus on attention to detail.
• Computer Skills: Utilize digital tools for menu planning, accounting, and provisioning
documentation.
Required Qualifications:
• Experience: Proven background in professional culinary settings with excellent
provisioning and menu planning skills.
• Personality: Strong communication and teamwork skills, calm under pressure, with a
proactive and “can-do” attitude.
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Certificates and Qualifications:
A valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate is required from all applicants. Please sign up for an STCW course and obtain the certificate if you don't have it yet.
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