HAL -1st Commis TAM - SBI

Holland America Line; Indonesia; On-site; IDR 644,930,000 - 967,395,000; Full time

Job summary

Holland America Line seeks a skilled Galley Cook to prepare and portion meals for guests and crew aboard our premium cruise ships, adhering to menus, recipes, and USPH standards.

The role requires 2+ years in a 5-star hotel, cruise ship, or high-profile restaurant, with high-volume production experience, strong food-safety credentials, and English proficiency; a culinary degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a 5 star+ hotel, cruise ship or high-profile restaurant.
• Experience in high-volume operation of at least 100 meals per service.
• Certification from accredited advanced food safety program; VSP knowledge preferred.
• Extensive kitchen machinery and knife safety knowledge.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Degree from accredited culinary college or university preferred.

Responsibilities

• Comply with waste separation and environmental policy.
• Act as ambassador for minimizing food waste when preparing products.
• Ensure quality, quantity, attractiveness, and correctness of all food items.
• Implement and follow food handling and cleaning procedures per USPH.
• Follow HACCP procedures as set by the company.
• Maintain and return equipment to prevent damage or loss.
• Report malfunctioning equipment to Chef de Partie.
• Adhere to company rules on appearance and conduct.
• Meet Guest Satisfaction Scores for food in the assigned area.
• Follow instructions from Chef de Partie / Chef de Cuisine.
• Maintain productivity, cleanliness, and sanitation throughout the shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety certification

VSP knowledge

HACCP knowledge

English proficiency

High-volume operations

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Tools

Kitchen equipment handling

Knife safety

Job description

Handles and prepares food for service to guests and crew according to the company’s menus and recipes.

Handles and prepares food for service to guests and crew according to the company’s menus and recipes.

DepartmentGalleyEmployment TypeFixed Term ContractLocationIndonesia - SBIWorkplace typeOnsiteReporting ToChef de Cuisine TAM

Key Responsibilities

• Comply with company policy regarding waste separation and environmental compliance.
• Act as a company ambassador for food waste by creating minimal food waste when preparing any product.
• Responsible for overall quality, quantity, attractiveness and correctness of all food items prepared and served.
• Implementing and executing food handling and cleaning procedures for the galley in accordance with USPH standards.
• Follows all HACCP procedures set by the company.
• Properly utilizes, maintains, and returns equipment and utensils to prevent damage, loss, or undue maintenance.
• Reports any malfunctioning equipment or furnishings in need of repair or refurbishing to Chef de Partie.
• Responsible for performance, appearance, dress and personal conduct in accordance with company rules and regulations.
• Ensure Guest Satisfaction Scores are met for food ratings in assigned area.
• Follows guidelines and instructions established by Chef de Partie and/or Chef de Cuisine.
• Maintains a high level of productivity, cleanliness, and sanitation throughout entire work shift.
• Perform other job related functions as assigned.

Desired Skills & Experience

• 2+ years’ experience in a 5 star+ hotel, cruise ship or high-profile restaurant performing the functions of a similar position.
• Experience in high volume operation of at least 100 meals per service.
• Certification from accredited advanced food safety program. Extensive knowledge in VSP preferred.
• Extensive kitchen machinery and knife safety knowledge.
• Ability to effectively read, write and speak English.
• Preferred: Degree from accredited culinary college or university.

About Holland America Line

Holland America has been showing guests the world’s rare and renowned treasures for over 150 years. The premium cruise line calls on more than 450 ports in nearly 100 countries across all seven continents and offers itineraries ranging from short getaways to around-the-world Grand Voyages. On board Holland America’s perfectly sized ships, guests will find fresh regional cuisine featuring locally sourced ingredients while enjoying the cruise line’s award-winning, personalized service. Once the sun goes down, they’ll have their pick of music venues boasting some of the most recognizable names in the industry: B.B. King’s Blues Club; Rolling Stone Lounge; and Billboard Onboard. Holland America is based in Seattle, Washington.