Chief Cook

Leading Edge; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 48,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime services company is seeking an experienced Chief Cook for offshore vessels in the Middle East. This role involves managing galley operations, preparing diverse menus, and ensuring food safety standards. Candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant experience, expertise in Arabic, Indian, and Continental cuisines, and good English communication skills. The position requires a minimum commitment of 2 years with 6-month rotations. Apply via [e-mail].

Qualifications

• 3-5 years as a Chief Cook, preferably offshore or maritime experience.
• Proven expertise in managing diverse cuisines for crew.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Plan and serve meals for 30-100 crew members.
• Manage kitchen staff and oversee operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintain inventory and control costs.
• Prepare daily reports and maintain digital logs.

Skills

Expertise in Arabic, Indian, and Continental cuisines

Inventory management

Food safety standards compliance

Good English communication

Computer literacy (Excel, Word)

Job description

Location: Offshore Middle East (KSA, UAE, Qatar) Vessels, Barges, Rigs

Contract: Willingness to work 6 month rotations, minimum 2 year commitment.

Age: below 50

Position Overview

Experienced Chief Cook (Arabic, Indian, Continental cuisines) for offshore vessels, barges, and rigs across Middle East locations (KSA, UAE, Qatar). Responsible for managing galley operations, meal planning, inventory, hygiene compliance, and delivering high quality nutrition to crew members.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prep, and serve diverse menus (Arabic, Indian, Continental) for 30-100 crew members.
• Manage inventory, procurement, and cost control; maintain stock levels and reduce waste.
• Ensure strict food safety, HACCP, and sanitation standards (ISO 22000/HAACP).
• Supervise kitchen staff (chefs, stewards) and handle shift scheduling.
• Prepare daily meal reports, budget tracking, and maintain digital logs (MS Office/Google Suite).
• Adapt menus for dietary restrictions, cultural preferences, and health requirements.
• Maintain equipment (ovens, grills, cold storage) and coordinate repairs.

Required Experience

• 3-5 years as a Chief Cook (offshore or maritime preferred).
• Proven expertise in Arabic, Indian, and Continental cuisines.
• Offshore experience on vessels, barges, rigs (6 month rotations).
• Good English (written & spoken) and computer literate (Excel, Word, inventory software).

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