Sous Chef Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Formal culinary school training preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience on a passenger ship's culinary team preferred.
• Strong time-management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to step up and act as Head Chef when needed.
• Solid supervisory skills and a collaborative, team-first approach.
• Clear communication with galley team members, office personnel, and guests—including the ability to share the vision of the department and program with guests.
• US Passport or valid passport with US Permanent Residence Card required.
• STCW Basic Safety Training (BST) required.
• STCW Crowd Management (CM) required.
• STCW Maritime Security Awareness (MSA) required.
• USCG Medical Certificate required.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification required.
• TWIC required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Head Chef in preparing all guest and crew meals, following the Company menu matrix and recipes.
• Cooks and prepares breakfast, lunch, and dinner—including meat, fish, and vegetarian dishes—for both guests and crew.
• Handles butchering, prepping, portioning, and cooking as directed by the Head Chef.
• Supports the Head Chef in training and developing Pantry Chefs, fellow Sous Chefs, and galley stewards in line with Company policies and menus.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the galley and food storage areas.
• Adheres to all CDC Vessel Sanitation Program and Health Canada requirements.
• Assists with dishwashing as needed.
• Loads, handles, and properly stores food and related items, maintaining appropriate stock levels and ensuring correct rotation of perishable and non-perishable goods.
• Participates in onboard safety training, meetings, and drills as directed by the Captain—including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, flooding, and medical emergencies.
• Completes shoreside training as required by the Company.
• Maintains familiarity with the ISM Code, the Company Safety Management System, and assigned Emergency Station Billet duties.
• Adheres to the Company uniform policy, upholding its image, safety, and standards.

Benefits

• Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Room and board when scheduled
• Travel Day Pay
• Travel Expenses Paid
• Travel benefits for employees and their family
• Uniforms Provided
• Training Opportunities