At-Sea Pantry Chef — Expedition Kitchen, 8-Week Rotations

Lindblad Expeditions; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 19,372 - 21,217; Full time

Job summary

Lindblad Expeditions is seeking a Pantry Chef to join our shipboard galley team. You will prepare salads, garnishes, dressings and desserts, following recipes and assisting the Head Chef, while maintaining galley cleanliness and safety.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role with an 8 weeks on / 4 weeks off schedule and 12–14 hour split shifts at sea. Living conditions are compact, with shared cabins and limited connectivity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of recent cooking and/or food service experience.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and thorough, with strong follow-through on assigned tasks.
• Able to work independently, using creativity and initiative to complete tasks.
• Strong time management skills; able to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Able to get along with co-workers and support a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares salads, garnishes, appetizers, dressings, cookies, desserts, and similar items as directed by the Head Chef.
• Assists the Head Chef and/or Assistant Chef in preparing food items as directed.
• Assists the Head Chef in supervising and training the galley steward.
• Cleans countertops, working surfaces, sinks, and the dishwasher; able to serve as the shift’s dishwasher when needed.
• Adheres to all CDC Vessel Sanitation Program and Health Canada requirements.
• Maintains and organizes the storeroom, galley cupboards, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Supports the Steward in scraping and soaking all dishes, pots and pans, and cooking and eating utensils in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Supports the Steward in loading, running, and unloading the dishwashing machine and storing items in their proper locations.
• Assists in the proper storage, wrapping, handling, and display of food items.
• Rotates current stock, disposes of spoiled items, and replenishes provisions and supplies as received.
• Participates in onboard safety training, meetings, and drills as directed by the Captain.
• Adheres to the Company’s uniform policy to uphold its image, safety, and standards.
• Participates in shoreside training as required by the Company.
• Maintains familiarity with ISM codes and requirements.
• Understands all duties under the Company Safety Management System and Emergency Station Billet.

Skills

Verbal communication

Detail-oriented

Independent

Time management

Teamwork

Pressure tolerance

Job description

Lindblad Expeditions is seeking a Pantry Chef to join our shipboard galley team. You will prepare salads, garnishes, dressings and desserts, following recipes and assisting the Head Chef, while maintaining galley cleanliness and safety.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role with an 8 weeks on / 4 weeks off schedule and 12–14 hour split shifts at sea. Living conditions are compact, with shared cabins and limited connectivity.