Pastry Chef

Lindblad Expeditions • Seattle, WA

199d • $185 - $203

About The Position

The Pastry Chef is a key member of our galley team, responsible for preparing all baked goods and desserts served onboard — from freshly baked breads and pastries to plated desserts, teatime treats, and special occasion items. This hands-on role plays a central part in shaping the guest dining experience, delivering consistent quality and presentation while also supporting dietary needs such as gluten-free, vegan, and allergy-sensitive items. Working closely with the Head Chef, the Pastry Chef manages daily production, assists with inventory and ordering, and ensures sanitation and food safety standards are met at all times. While the primary focus is baking and pastry, this role also contributes 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 working in dynamic, team-driven environments. Pastry Chefs work approximately 12 hours per day on a rotational schedule of 8 weeks on / 4 weeks off.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• May be responsible for training and guiding others and/or reviewing their work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with dietary restrictions and special dietary needs.
• Strong communication skills in English.

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.
• 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 good.
• Ability to prepare and produce baked goods and desserts as per required dietary restrictions (GF, Vegan, kosher, lactose free).
• May assist in production of crew meal.
• Works with Head Chef on inventory and baking/pastry orders.
• Responsible for all baking and pastry area food service sanitary compliance.
• Respects and follows proper FIFO for all baking and pastry pantry.
• Helps maintain organization in the walk-in cooler and freezer.
• 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.
• Participates in on board safety training, meetings and drills, as directed by the Captain.
• 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.
• Maintains familiarity with all duties under the company Safety Management System and Emergency Station Billet duties.

Benefits

• $193 - $203 a day
• Target base salary for this role based on experience and vessel: $185 - 195/daily
• Breakdown of the total compensation range: $143- $153 base daily rate + $50 guaranteed tip + additional 10% vacation pay
• Bonus opportunity target: 5%

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees