COOK

South Coast Marines Limited; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

South Coast Marines Limited seeks a skilled Ship's Cook to prepare nutritious meals for the crew aboard offshore vessels. You will maintain galley hygiene and ensure compliance with international standards, supporting crew welfare and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities include menu planning, inventory management, and strict adherence to food safety practices, MLC 2006, and maritime catering regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum required sea-time as ship's cook or catering staff.
• Knowledge of international food safety and hygiene standards.
• Experience in menu planning, inventory management and galley operations.
• Strong culinary skills and ability to prepare varied meals.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Good organizational and inventory management skills.
• Teamwork and communication abilities.
• Commitment to safety, care and crew welfare.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals for the crew.
• Maintain galley hygiene and comply with food safety standards.
• Manage inventory control of provisions and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with MLC 2006 food safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of galley and storage areas.
• Adhere to company policies and maritime catering regulations.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Inventory management

Culinary skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Crew welfare focus

Education

Ship's Cook Certificate

STCW Basic Safety

Medical Certificate

Seaman's Book

Passport

Intercontinental Cook Certificate

Job description

The Cook is responsible for preparing nutritious meals for the crew, maintaining galley hygiene, and ensuring compliance with international food safety standards. This role is vital in supporting crew welfare and operational efficiency by providing high-quality meals and maintaining safe, clean food preparation areas.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals for the crew.
• Maintain galley hygiene and comply with food safety standards.
• Manage inventory control of provisions and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with MLC 2006 food safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of galley and storage areas.
• Adhere to company policies and maritime catering regulations.

Required Documents & Certifications

• Ship's Cook Certificate (MLC 2006 compliant)
• STCW Basic Safety certification
• Valid Medical Certificate
• Seaman's Book and Passport
• International Passport
• National / Intercontinental Cook Certificate

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum required sea-time experience as a ship's cook or catering staff.
• Knowledge of international food safety and hygiene standards.
• Experience in menu planning, inventory management, and galley operations.
• Strong culinary skills and ability to prepare varied meals.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Good organizational and inventory management skills.
• Teamwork and communication abilities.
• Commitment to safety, care, and crew welfare.

Core Values Alignment

This role reflects South Coast Marines Limited's values of Safety, Flexibility, Care, and Client Comfort, ensuring crew welfare through professional catering services.

Location & Work Conditions

• Offshore / Onboard vessel operations.
• Rotational schedule as per company policy.

General Requirements

• Valid international passport.
• Previous SEV or offshore vessel experience preferred
• Updated CV with sea-time
• Valid medical certificates