SBN - Chief Baker - SBI

Holland America Line; Indonesia; On-site; IDR 1,064,774,000 - 1,419,698,000; Full time

Job summary

Seabourn is seeking an experienced bakery team lead to direct and oversee all onboard bakery production for guests and crew. You will plan daily schedules, supervise staff, and ensure strict adherence to HACCP and USPH standards while controlling costs and maintaining quality.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a luxury hospitality setting, with supervisory experience in multinational teams and a culinary bakery degree. English proficiency is essential for onboard collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a 5-star hotel, cruise ship or high-profile restaurant in a similar role.
• 3+ years supervisory experience in a multinational setting.
• Experience handling high-volume operation (≥500 meals per service).
• Advanced food safety certification; VSP knowledge preferred.
• Proficient reading/writing/speaking English.
• Culinary degree from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Direct, supervise and assist the preparation of bakery products onboard for guests and crew.
• Prepare daily schedule for all bakery team members.
• Monitor HACCP procedures and USPH compliance within bake shop operations.
• Control food costs by monitoring production, consumption and forecasts.
• Train and develop bakery staff; ensure cleanliness and proper equipment use.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef to maximize guest satisfaction with bakery items.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Team leadership

High volume operations

Brand ambassador onboard

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Culinary degree (bakery)

Job description

Directs and oversees team members and all preparation of bakery products onboard for guests and crew.

Department GalleyEmployment TypeFixed Term ContractLocationIndonesia - SBIWorkplace typeOnsiteReporting ToExec Pastry ChefThis role's hiring manager:Rajat AdhikaryView Rajat's Profile

Key Responsibilities

• Comply with company policy regarding waste separation and environmental compliance.
• Conduct regular training with all departmental members on food waste separation and environmental compliance as per Global HESS policies.
• Direct, supervise and assist the preparation of all bakery products onboard as per company standards.
• Actively involved in daily bakery production while supervising, assisting, and training team members in bake shop.
• Prepare daily schedule for all bakery team members.
• Evaluate, and conduct monthly ratings for each member of the bakery department.
• Responsible for performance, appearance, dress and personal conduct of all team members assigned to the bakery department.
• Monitors and controls actual hours worked for all bake shop team members.
• Implementing and executing food handling and cleaning procedures for the bake shop in accordance with USPH standards.
• Follows all HACCP procedures set by the company.
• Controls food cost by monitoring production, consumption and forecasts.
• Check quality and quantity of items ordered and received from stores.
• Works closely with the Executive Chef in order to achieve the highest possible Guest Satisfaction Scores from bakery products served.
• Ensures proper food storage in accordance to USPH procedures and thereafter in accordance to standard corporate recipes, reporting any discrepancies to the Executive Chef.
• Supervises and inspects overall operation cleanliness and clean up after each service period following provided checklists and cleaning schedules.
• Assigns all cleaning responsibilities within the bakery department according to the cleaning schedule and follows up on overall cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
• Reports and malfunctioning equipment or furnishings in need of repair or refurbishing to the Executive Chef.
• Works closely with galley leadership and other department leaders.
• Perform other job related functions as assigned.

Core Capabilities

• Multi-tasking and all around leader.
• Builds a strong team and fosters collaboration.
• Able to manage high volume.
• Acts as a corporate brand ambassador with onboard teams supporting and driving all long- term company goals and brand direction.
• Good communication skills.

Note: Other duties as assigned included and not limited to Health, Environmental, Safety and Security responsibilities.

Desired Skills & Experience

• 5+ years' experience in a 5 star+ hotel, cruise ship or high-profile restaurant performing the functions of a similar position.
• 3+ year experience in a supervisory position preferably in a multi-nationality setting with a proven ability to provide orientation and training.
• Experience in high volume operation of at least 500 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 bakery program.

About Seabourn

At Seabourn, we are passionate about travel. We believe that traveling for pleasure has a redemptive power that enriches people’s lives. And we believe that people should travel well. Cruising on a Seabourn ship is unlike any other form of travel. The experience is luxurious, yet relaxed - elegant, yet casual - sumptuous, yet understated. Our intimate ships visit the most desirable destinations worldwide, sailing to the heart of landmark cities, as well as to hidden gems where larger vessels cannot follow. Our ships attract interesting people, who seek to share experiences beyond the expected in places beyond the ordinary. Our acclaimed staff offers a unique style of heartfelt hospitality that is sincere, thoughtful and personal.