Culinary Specialist

Ingram Barge Company • Paducah, KY

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About The Position

Are you ready to navigate your way toward a new career? Do you yearn for a position that gives you creative freedom in the kitchen while helping mariners maintain a balanced diet? If so, look no further – Ingram Marine Group is looking to bring quality cooks onboard! Preparing and serving three satisfying yet nutritious and well-balanced meals to a crew of 8-10 Maintaining galley, dining room and associated equipment in a sanitary condition Working in a safe and efficient manner following Ingram’s safety standards Providing adequate food for both meals and snacks Practicing good inventory and ordering procedures Preparing meals and storing foods in compliance with sanitary food handling practices Promoting a positive yet professional atmosphere in the galley

Requirements

• Possess a valid Driver’s License
• Possess or be willing to obtain a ServSafe certification
• Must be able to obtain required Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card by time of interview.
• Pass a post-offer process if an offer is made (background check, drug screen, physical)
• Have previous culinary or dietary work experience
• Be able to lift and carry items up to 40 pounds
• Be able to climb ladders, as well as be able to board and ride in a skiff to reach assigned vessel
• Have sufficient reasoning and mathematical abilities
• Be able to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form
• Have adequate computer skills to utilize email, vendor ordering and other programs
• Must be able to read and write the English language in order to comply with USCG regulatory requirements
• Ability to uphold Ingram’s high safety standards
• Ability to work away from home for extended periods (21 or 28 day hitches)
• Ability to prepare a variety of meals – heavy repetition of meals should be avoided
• Ability to demonstrate teamwork and acceptance of diversity
• Ability to maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance
• Ability to respond quickly in an unexpected circumstance
• Demonstration of critical thinking and decision making skills
• Strong communication skills with all levels within the organization
• Must have Culinary/Cooking Experience!!!
• Must obtain a Drivers License!!!

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving three satisfying yet nutritious and well-balanced meals to a crew of 8-10
• Maintaining galley, dining room and associated equipment in a sanitary condition
• Working in a safe and efficient manner following Ingram’s safety standards
• Providing adequate food for both meals and snacks
• Practicing good inventory and ordering procedures
• Preparing meals and storing foods in compliance with sanitary food handling practices
• Promoting a positive yet professional atmosphere in the galley

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees