Maritime Sous Chef - 5-Star Gourmet Galley Lead

Silversea; Norway; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Silversea is seeking an experienced Senior Culinary Leader for an onboard role, responsible for overseeing all aspects of daily food preparation, menu planning, and station execution across a luxury outlet at sea.

You will manage and train Sous Chefs and Cooks, ensuring exceptional guest engagement, strict sanitation, and compliance with maritime regulations. Fluency in English and STCW95 certification are required for safety and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience - Minimum 7 years in international 5-star establishments, including at least 1 year as a Sous Chef.
• Fine Dining Pedigree - At least 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef in a Michelin-starred or Relais & Châteaux property.
• Maritime Certifications - Valid STCW95 certification is required.
• Technical Skills - Deep knowledge of International and European cuisines, masterful knife skills, and proficiency across all galley stations.
• Language - Fluent, professional English (verbal and written) for guest engagement and safety coordination.
• Fitness & Integrity - Must be physically/medically fit for sea service and display high moral integrity.

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.
• Coordinate special dietary requirements and allergies. Actively visit the dining room to monitor guest satisfaction and handle feedback with sincere hospitality.
• Maintain flawless sanitation standards. Guarantee 100% readiness for announced or unannounced Public Health inspections, including meticulous log-keeping.
• Monitor inventory, minimize food waste/breakage, and monitor labor hours in strict compliance with ILO and MLC maritime regulations.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu planning

Food preparation

Guest engagement

Sanitation standards

Education

STCW95 certification

Job description

Silversea is seeking an experienced Senior Culinary Leader for an onboard role, responsible for overseeing all aspects of daily food preparation, menu planning, and station execution across a luxury outlet at sea.

You will manage and train Sous Chefs and Cooks, ensuring exceptional guest engagement, strict sanitation, and compliance with maritime regulations. Fluency in English and STCW95 certification are required for safety and service excellence.