STCW-Certified Maritime Sous Chef Fine-Dining Lead

Silversea; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Silversea in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead daily operations in a luxury cruise kitchen. You will oversee food preparation, menu planning, and station execution across multiple galley sections, ensuring consistency with recipes and presentation.

You will manage, schedule, and train Chef de Parties and Cooks, coordinate special dietary needs, and maintain rigorous sanitation and inventory controls in line with maritime regulations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in international 5-star establishments, including at least 1 year as a Sous Chef.
• 2+ years as a Sous Chef in Michelin-starred or Relais & Châteaux property.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food preparation, menu planning, and station execution in your assigned outlet.
• Manage, schedule, and train a talented team of Chef de Parties and Cooks.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performance kitchen environment.
• Coordinate special dietary requirements and allergies and monitor guest satisfaction.
• Maintain sanitation standards and readiness for health inspections, with meticulous log-keeping.
• Manage inventory, minimize waste, and monitor labour hours in line with maritime regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Culinary expertise

Food safety

English proficiency

Maritime knowledge

Knife skills

Galley operations

Michelin/Relais & Châteaux experience

Job description

Silversea in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead daily operations in a luxury cruise kitchen. You will oversee food preparation, menu planning, and station execution across multiple galley sections, ensuring consistency with recipes and presentation.

You will manage, schedule, and train Chef de Parties and Cooks, coordinate special dietary needs, and maintain rigorous sanitation and inventory controls in line with maritime regulations.