Pastry Chef

Lindblad Expeditions•Seattle, WA

55d•Onsite

About The Position

Lindblad Expeditions is a pioneer in Expedition Travel, committed to ensuring guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery” in remote and pristine locations. The Pastry Chef is a key, hands-on member of the galley team, with creative license to develop a variety of baked goods, from breads and pastries to plated desserts and special occasion items. This role involves supporting dietary needs, managing daily production, assisting with inventory and ordering, and upholding sanitation standards. While pastry is the focus, the Pastry Chef will also contribute to broader galley operations, including cleaning, provisioning, and occasional support with crew meals or dishwashing. This position is ideal for someone with strong baking and pastry skills, excellent time management, and a passion for a dynamic, team-driven environment. The role requires candidates to be genuinely prepared for sustained physical demand in a remote, at-sea environment.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the culinary industry on board passenger ships preferred.
Good time management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Ability to get along with co-workers and support a team environment.
US Passport, or US Permanent Resident Card with valid passport.
STCW Basic Safety Training required.
STCW Crowd Management required, training provided.
USCG Medical Certificate required, training provided.
STCW Maritime Security Awareness required, training provided.
Current First Aid/CPR certification required.
TWIC required.
Completion of formal training at a culinary or Baking and pastry school preferred.
Communication Skills: Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos. Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor.

Nice To Haves

Completion of formal training at a culinary or Baking and pastry school preferred.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the culinary industry on board passenger ships preferred.

Responsibilities

Participates in the actual baking of guest breakfast, lunch, and dinner breads (both sweet and savory), as well as any spreads, jams, or butter accompanying breads, as well as any baked goods for meal periods.
Prepares and plates guest dinner and lunch desserts, including mise en place, sauce, and garnish.
Prepares mid-morning and high tea pastries and baked goods, and any out-of-the-blue and "welcome" baked goods.
Prepares and produces baked goods and desserts per required dietary restrictions (GF, vegan, kosher, lactose-free).
May assist in production of crew meals.
Works with the Head Chef on inventory and baking/pastry orders.
Responsible for all baking and pastry area food service sanitary compliance, including all equipment and countertop equipment, deck, bulkheads and overheads.
Respects and follows proper FIFO for all baking and pastry pantry.
Helps maintain organization in the walk-in cooler and freezer, and respects the designated areas of storage within the walk-ins.
Helps maintain the cleanliness of the galley area and food storage rooms.
Adheres to all CDC Vessel Sanitation Program and Health Canada requirements.
Assists in dishwashing as needed and/or assigned.
Assists in loading, handling and proper storage of food and related items to maintain inventory at appropriate stocking levels and to ensure proper rotation of perishable and non-perishable food items.
Participates in on board safety training, meetings and drills, as directed by the Captain, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, flooding and medical emergencies.
Adheres to Company’s policy on uniform, to promote company’s image, safety, and standards.
Participates in shore side training as required by the company.
Familiar with the ISM codes and requirements.
Maintains familiarity with all duties under the company Safety Management System and Emergency Station Billet duties.