CHEF

State of Louisiana; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) is seeking a Chef for the RV Pelican to manage galley purchases, meal planning, and cooking for crew, science parties, and visitors aboard research vessels in the Gulf, Caribbean, and western Atlantic. The role emphasizes high-quality meals and the ability to accommodate diverse dietary needs.

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of five years cooking in service settings, a ServSafe certification, and USCG Merchant Mariner documentation, with

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Five years of experience cooking in a service-oriented establishment.
• Hold a ServSafe Food Handler certification and USCG Merchant Mariner Documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vessel food purchases, planning, and cooking meals for crew, students, scientists, and dignitaries.
• Stowage of pantry, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Prepare at least three daily meals for up to 21 individuals.
• Provide menus for dietary restrictions.
• Perform kitchen cleaning and sanitation duties.
• Provide coffee services and related duties.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Friendly

Dependable

Education

ServSafe Food Handler

USCG Merchant Mariner Documentation

Job description

About This Job

The Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON), a program of the Board of Regents, as a consortium is a statewide academic endeavor to focus and strengthen the effectiveness of foundational marine science needed to address the environmental and socioeconomic challenges facing Louisiana and the nation.

LUMCON has provided unparalleled opportunities in marine science and education to the research community and public alike. Anchored by a first-rate marine laboratory, the DeFelice Marine Center, LUMCON is embedded in Louisiana’s dynamic wetland environment and conveniently located on a gateway to the open waters of the Gulf. From this facility, LUMCON operates a world-class fleet of research vessels unmatched in the Gulf. LUMCON is expanding its programs through the opening of a maritime research and outreach facility in Houma (Blue Works).

Position Overview

LUMCON is seeking a Chef for the RV Pelican. LUMCON vessels support science operations and associated functions in the Gulf, Caribbean, and western Atlantic Ocean. Scientists from all over the world are aboard LUMCON vessels for up to 200 days a year conducting research in support of major ocean science initiatives funded by the National Science Foundation, Office of Naval Research, National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration, and other federally supported ocean science agencies. The crew on the vessel must be prepared to accommodate a variety of demands associated with supporting the needs and circumstances associated with being at sea with the diverse clientele served by this operation. The Chef must have a wide repertoire and meet the culinary needs of the science party and crew. It is the goal of the Chef on LUMCON vessels to provide high quality meals.

The Chef is responsible for all galley purchases, planning and cooking meals for the crew, science parties, and visitors aboard. This role is vital in ensuring a positive and efficient experience for all visitors, guests, researchers, and staff upon the RV Pelican. The ideal candidate will be friendly, detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of handling a wide range dietary restrictions with professionalism and discretion.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Five years of experience cooking in a service-oriented establishment.
• Hold a ServSafe Food Handler certification and USCG Merchant Mariner Documentation.
• Able to conduct food-shopping services including online food ordering from various vendors.
• Have adequate transportation to and from work.
• Ability to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment, as necessary.
• Must pass drug and alcohol screening tests as mandated by the Department of Transportation agency regulations.
• Requires extended hours up to 14-15 hours on some days and extended days at sea.

Ideal Candidate/Preferred Qualifications

• Live within daily driving to vessel.

Essential Duties

• Conduct all vessel food purchases, food planning, and cooking meals for crew, students, scientists, and associated dignitaries.
• Stowage of vessel’s pantry, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Preparation of at least three daily meals for up to 21 individuals.
• Ability to provide additional menus for people with dietary restrictions.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation duties in the kitchen, serving line, and seating area. Remove garbage as necessary.
• Provide coffee services and perform related duties, as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force.
• Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, climb ladders and work at particular heights.
• Ability to work at sea on a moving vessel.

Vacancy Information

This is an unclassified position.

This position is located in Cocodrie LA.

In compliance with federal law, all individuals hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form (I-9) upon hire.

Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.

Contact Information

Kim Langlois
Employee Relations Specialist
[e-mail]

Board of Regents is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at http://www.laworks.net/Downloads/LRS/EmploymentResourceGuide_2018.pdf (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)