2nd Cook

Interlake Steamship Company; Middleburg Heights (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Interlake Steamship Company seeks a 2nd Cook to support the Chief Steward in Galley operations. The role covers meal prep, sanitation, stocking, and light hotel services for vessel guests, with potential cross-department placement.

A valid Ordinary Seaman and FH endorsement, plus Coast Guard medical clearance, are required. The position is full-time and based in Middleburg Heights, OH, with duties that may involve guest accommodations and adherence to the Station Bill.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid US Coast Guard Medical Certificate and TWIC.
• Endorsement as Ordinary Seaman and Food Handler required.
• First Aid/ CPR/ AED and Servsafe certifications are required.
• Minimum 5-year company or union physical with 'Fit for Duty' status.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily meal preparation and meal service in galley.
• Oversee bakery needs and stocking for galley provisions.
• Assist with cleaning and sanitation of galley spaces.
• Manage provisioning rotation and linen/guest spaces oversight.
• Ensure safety and comfort of guests aboard vessels per duties.

Skills

Meal prep

Cleaning

Guest services

Galley operations

Education

US Coast Guard Medical Certificate

TWIC

Ordinary Seaman endorsement

Food Handler endorsement (FH)

First Aid/ CPR/ AED certification

Servsafe certification

Fit for Duty – 5 year physical

Job description

2nd Cook

Human Resources Full-time Regular Middleburg Heights, OH, US

Job Summary:

The ‘General Purpose Maintenance – Galley’ crewmember may be either an experienced or entry level position assisting the Chief Steward in all aspects of Galley Department operations. This can include meal preparation, cleaning/sanitation, stocking, rotation, light hotel services, and oversight of vessel guests.

The ‘General Purpose Maintenance’ crewmember may work in either the deck, engine, or galley department as appropriate. This position requires an endorsement as Ordinary Seaman and Food Handler (F.H.) on a Merchant Mariner Credential.

Primary Responsibilities:

Second Cook (and Porter as applicable):

• Assist in the preparation of daily meals, night lunch, and salad bar
• Manage bakery needs of the galley department
• Assist with cleaning/sanitation of all Galley spaces
• Assist with stocking and rotation of galley provisions and consumables
• Oversee light hotel services (i.e. Captain quarters, guest quarters, and linen management)
• Oversee guest/owner spaces for cleaning and stocking
• Oversee company guests aboard vessels to ensure safety and comfort
• Any other duties as requested by the Chief Steward
• Respond in accordance with the duties listed on the Station Bill

Credential, License / Endorsement, and Certificate Requirements:

• Valid U.S. Coast Guard Medical Certificate
• Valid U.S. DOT Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Endorsement of U.S. Coast Guard as Ordinary Seaman AND Food Handler (F.H.)
• Certificate of completion for First Aid / CPR / AED course
• Certificate of completion for Servsafe (Food Handler)
• Minimum 5-year company (or Union) physical noting “Fit for Duty” status