Shipboard Butcher & Quality Prep Lead

Silversea; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Silversea is seeking a skilled butcher to deliver high-quality production of all meat and fish for guests and crew aboard our luxury vessels. The role requires extensive meat preparation, precise portioning, and strict adherence to Public Health standards.

You will report to the Executive Chef and work closely with the cruise kitchen team, ensuring inventory accuracy and safe handling. English fluency and STCW95 certification are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have STCW95 certification and at least 4 years’ experience in a luxury setting.
• Extensive experience in thawing, deboning, cleaning, grinding, mincing, portion cuts and marinating meat.
• Knowledge of Public Health policies and procedures applicable to onboard operations.
• Ability to read, interpret and demonstrate culinary fundamentals.
• Physically and medically fit with a high degree of integrity.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and portions meat, poultry, and fish for guests and crew.
• Maintains inventory and ensures adequate daily supplies.
• Inspects received products for freshness and quality.
• Manages stock rotation and defrosting procedures.
• Completes requisitions to ensure butcher shop supplies.
• Controls portions to minimize waste and manage costs.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation per Public Health standards.
• Monitors temperatures and readiness for inspections.
• Operates equipment, reports defects and minimizes breakage.
• Supports training and communicates issues to supervisors.

Skills

Butchery skills

Public Health knowledge

Culinary fundamentals

Physical fitness

English proficiency

Education

STCW95 certification

Experience in luxury cruise kitchens

Job description

Silversea is seeking a skilled butcher to deliver high-quality production of all meat and fish for guests and crew aboard our luxury vessels. The role requires extensive meat preparation, precise portioning, and strict adherence to Public Health standards.

You will report to the Executive Chef and work closely with the cruise kitchen team, ensuring inventory accuracy and safe handling. English fluency and STCW95 certification are essential.