Executive Sous Chef — Michelin-Grade Maritime Galley

Silversea; South Shields; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Silversea aboard ships seeks a seasoned culinary leader to oversee daily food preparation, menu planning, and station execution, ensuring exact recipes, portions and presentation meet five-star standards.

You will mentor Sous Chefs and Cooks, drive a positive, high-performance kitchen, monitor guest satisfaction, uphold sanitation and maritime compliance, and manage inventory and labor.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in international 5-star establishments, including at least 1 year as a Sous Chef.
• Fine dining pedigree with 2+ years as Sous Chef in Michelin or Relais & Châteaux property.
• STCW95 certification is required.
• Deep knowledge of International and European cuisines; knife skills across galley stations.
• Fluent, professional English (verbal and written) for guest engagement and safety coordination.
• Physically/medically fit for sea service with high integrity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food preparation, menu planning, and station execution in your assigned outlet.
• Manage, schedule, and train a team of Chef de Parties and Cooks.
• Coordinate special dietary requirements and monitor guest satisfaction.
• Maintain sanitation standards and readiness for health inspections, including log-keeping.
• Manage inventory, minimize waste, and monitor labor hours in compliance with maritime regulations.

Skills

7+ years experience

Sous Chef experience

Job description

Silversea aboard ships seeks a seasoned culinary leader to oversee daily food preparation, menu planning, and station execution, ensuring exact recipes, portions and presentation meet five-star standards.

You will mentor Sous Chefs and Cooks, drive a positive, high-performance kitchen, monitor guest satisfaction, uphold sanitation and maritime compliance, and manage inventory and labor.