Senior Sous Chef – Michelin-Level Maritime Kitchen Leader

Silversea; Southampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Silversea Cruises is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead daily culinary operations across its luxury dining outlets. You will oversee menu planning, station execution, and strict portion control while delivering impeccable presentations aboard our ships.

With at least 7 years in international 5-star settings and STCW95 certification, you will mentor a team of chefs, ensure guest dietary requirements are met, and uphold flawless sanitation and safety standards in line with maritime

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in international 5-star establishments, including at least 1 year as a 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; strong knife skills.
• Fluent, professional English for guest engagement and safety coordination.
• Physically fit for sea service and display high moral integrity.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team leadership

Knife skills

English fluency

Culinary expertise

Maritime safety

Job description

Silversea Cruises is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead daily culinary operations across its luxury dining outlets. You will oversee menu planning, station execution, and strict portion control while delivering impeccable presentations aboard our ships.

With at least 7 years in international 5-star settings and STCW95 certification, you will mentor a team of chefs, ensure guest dietary requirements are met, and uphold flawless sanitation and safety standards in line with maritime