Maritime Sous Chef - Elite Fine Dining & Kitchen Leader

Silversea; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Silversea seeks a seasoned culinary leader for its luxury ship kitchen. You will oversee daily food prep, menu planning, and station execution across outlets, ensuring pristine presentation and portion control.

You will lead and mentor Chef de Parties and Cooks, foster a collaborative, high-performance environment, and coordinate dietary needs while maintaining guest satisfaction. Strong sanitation and maritime compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in international 5-star establishments, including at least 1 year as a Sous Chef.
• At least 2 years as Sous Chef in a Michelin-starred or Relais & Châteaux property.
• Valid STCW95 certification is required.
• Fluent, professional English (verbal and written) for guest engagement and safety coordination.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food preparation, menu planning, and station execution with strict portion controls.
• Lead, schedule, and train Chef de Parties and Cooks; foster a positive, high-performance kitchen environment.
• Coordinate special dietary requirements and allergies; visit the dining room to monitor guest satisfaction.
• Maintain flawless sanitation standards and readiness for health inspections with meticulous log-keeping.
• Manage inventory, minimize food waste, and monitor labor hours in line with maritime regulations.

Skills

International cuisines

Knife skills

Galley stations proficiency

English fluency

Education

STCW95 certification

Job description

Silversea seeks a seasoned culinary leader for its luxury ship kitchen. You will oversee daily food prep, menu planning, and station execution across outlets, ensuring pristine presentation and portion control.

You will lead and mentor Chef de Parties and Cooks, foster a collaborative, high-performance environment, and coordinate dietary needs while maintaining guest satisfaction. Strong sanitation and maritime compliance are essential.