Chef

European Waterways; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

European Waterways is hiring for various seasonal crew positions aboard their hotel barges. Roles include Captain, Pilot, Tour Guide, Chef, and Host/Hostess, all requiring teamwork, enthusiasm, and customer service skills. Join a dynamic environment where you can gain new skills and experience the beauty of hotel barging with international guests.

Qualifications

• Fluency in French and English preferred for most roles.
• Relevant licenses and experience advantageous.
• Must possess strong people skills and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• The Captain oversees the vessel and crew, ensuring safety and service quality.
• The Pilot manages navigation, vessel maintenance, and ensures passenger comfort.
• The Chef prepares meals and maintains kitchen safety standards.
• The Host/Hostess provides guest services and manages housekeeping.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mechanical Skills

Organization

Customer Service

Education

Relevant Culinary Training and Certificates

Job description

Hotel barging offers a unique opportunity to explore beautiful regions in detail and meet interesting people from around the world.

If you are interested in any of the vacancies below, please contact Isabelle Price, HR Manager, with your C.V. at [e-mail]

Employment as a crew member with European Waterways is ideal for team players who value hard work, enthusiasm, and people skills, ensuring passengers have excellent holidays and become ambassadors of the unique hotel barging experience.

Many crew members join seasonally and return annually, gaining new skills and some eventually owning their own hotel barges after years of service. Please watch our video below to learn more about us.

Captain

The Captain is responsible for the vessel, crew, and passengers, requiring energy, leadership, communication, and knowledge of the vessel and cruise area. They must ensure the vessel's good condition, oversee crew duties, and handle paperwork such as logs and accounts. Fluency in French and a French canal passenger license are recommended. The role demands a dynamic, flexible individual with a passion for barging and hospitality, mechanical skills, and initiative.

Pilot

The Pilot navigates the vessel through canals and rivers, manages mechanical checks, and performs maintenance. A relevant driving license, mechanical aptitude, and energy are essential. Fluency in French and English is preferred. Training for a license is available for candidates without one.

Tour Guide

The Tour Guide is a communicator with a love for history, culture, and gastronomy. They must be confident driving the van, maintaining it, and knowledgeable about the region. Fluency in French and English and a clean driving license are desired.

Chef

The Chef prepares regional and international cuisine, manages menus, and maintains kitchen hygiene and safety. Relevant culinary training and certificates are required. Responsibilities include shopping, stock management, and cooking for guests and crew. Fluency in French (if applicable) and English is preferred.

Host/Hostess

The Host/Hostess ensures guest comfort, manages interior housekeeping, and provides excellent customer service. Responsibilities include serving meals, cleaning, laundry, and maintaining the interior. Organizational skills and a friendly demeanor are essential.

Contact

If you are interested in any of the vacancies above, please contact Isabelle Price, HR Manager, with your C.V. at [e-mail]