Maritime Sous Chef: 5-Star, Michelin-Standard Dining

Silversea; Warrington; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Silversea seeks an experienced culinary leader to oversee daily food preparation, menu planning, and station execution across its international cruise operations. The role requires ensuring recipe fidelity, portion control, and immaculate plating while upholding safety and sanitation standards.

You will mentor a team of Chef de Parties and Cooks, coordinate guest dietary needs, and engage with guests in a hospitality-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience: 7+ years in international 5-star establishments, incl. 1 year as Sous Chef.
• Fine dining pedigree: 2+ years as Sous Chef in Michelin-starred or Relais & Châteaux property.
• Maritime certifications: STCW95 valid.
• Technical skills: International and European cuisines, knife skills, galley station proficiency.
• Language: Fluent, professional English.
• Fitness and integrity: Physically fit for sea service with high moral integrity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food preparation, menu planning, and station execution.
• Lead, schedule, and train Chef de Parties and Cooks; foster a high-performance kitchen.
• Coordinate dietary requirements and engage with guests for feedback.
• Maintain sanitation standards and readiness for health inspections.
• Manage inventory, minimize waste, and monitor labour hours in line with maritime regs.

Skills

Culinary knowledge

Knife skills

Galley proficiency

English language

Job description

Silversea seeks an experienced culinary leader to oversee daily food preparation, menu planning, and station execution across its international cruise operations. The role requires ensuring recipe fidelity, portion control, and immaculate plating while upholding safety and sanitation standards.

You will mentor a team of Chef de Parties and Cooks, coordinate guest dietary needs, and engage with guests in a hospitality-driven environment.