Sous Chef – Maritime Fine-Dining Leader

Silversea; Hawton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Silversea Cruises is seeking an experienced Sous Chef with a strong Michelin-level background to lead culinary operations aboard our ships. The role requires overseeing daily production, ensuring recipe adherence, and maintaining spotless presentation across galley stations.

You will train and manage a brigade of cooks and chefs, foster a collaborative, high-performance kitchen culture, and ensure guest satisfaction through attentive service and meticulous health and safety practices.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in international 5-star establishments, incl. 1 year as Sous Chef.
• 2+ years as Sous Chef in Michelin-starred or Relais & Châteaux property.
• STCW95 certification is required.
• Fluent English (verbal and written) for guest engagement and safety coordination.
• Physically/medically fit for sea service and 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 allergies; visit dining room to monitor guest satisfaction.
• Maintain flawless sanitation standards and readiness for health inspections.
• Manage inventory, minimize waste, and monitor labor hours in compliance with maritime regulations.

Skills

7+ yrs exp

Fine dining

STCW95

English proficiency

Physical fitness

Job description

Silversea Cruises is seeking an experienced Sous Chef with a strong Michelin-level background to lead culinary operations aboard our ships. The role requires overseeing daily production, ensuring recipe adherence, and maintaining spotless presentation across galley stations.

You will train and manage a brigade of cooks and chefs, foster a collaborative, high-performance kitchen culture, and ensure guest satisfaction through attentive service and meticulous health and safety practices.