Executive Sous Chef – Maritime Fine Dining

Silversea; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Silversea is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie/Sous Chef to oversee daily food preparation, menu planning, and station execution aboard a luxury dining operation. You will lead, schedule, and train a team of cooks while ensuring impeccable presentation and adherence to recipes.

Expect responsibilities include managing dietary requirements, guest engagement, sanitation compliance, and efficient inventory control in line with maritime regulations.

Qualifications

• 7 years experience in international 5-star establishments including 1 year as Sous Chef.
• 2+ years as Sous Chef in Michelin-starred or Relais & Châteaux property.
• Valid STCW95 certification is required.
• Deep knowledge of International and European cuisines; master knife skills.
• Fluent professional English for guest engagement and safety coordination.
• Physically/medically fit for sea service and high integrity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food preparation, menu planning, and station execution.
• Lead, schedule, and train Chef de Parties and Cooks.
• Coordinate special dietary requirements and engage guests for feedback.
• Maintain sanitation standards and readiness for health inspections.
• Manage inventory, minimize waste, and monitor labor hours per regulations.

Skills

Experience (7+ yrs)

Fine Dining - Sous Chef

Maritime Certifications - STCW95

Cuisine knowledge - Intl/European

English - Fluent

Fit for sea service

Job description

Silversea is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie/Sous Chef to oversee daily food preparation, menu planning, and station execution aboard a luxury dining operation. You will lead, schedule, and train a team of cooks while ensuring impeccable presentation and adherence to recipes.

Expect responsibilities include managing dietary requirements, guest engagement, sanitation compliance, and efficient inventory control in line with maritime regulations.