Executive Sous Chef | Lead Culinary Innovation

Pocruises; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pocruises is seeking an Executive Sous Chef responsible for managing all shipboard food preparation and ensuring high culinary standards. The successful candidate will assist the Executive Chef in various duties, train and evaluate the galley staff, and ensure waste management and food cost controls are maintained. A formal degree in food management and extensive experience in high-profile culinary environments are required, along with strong knowledge of public health regulations. This role demands flexibility and physical fitness on a cruise ship environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a 5-star hotel, cruise ship, or high-profile restaurant.
• 2+ years in a similar position.
• Certification from an accredited advanced food safety program.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipboard food preparation to maintain culinary standards.
• Train staff to provide necessary service.
• Control food costs and manage waste.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation regulations knowledge

Effective planning

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Formal degree in food management

Certificates from specialized courses

Job description

Pocruises is seeking an Executive Sous Chef responsible for managing all shipboard food preparation and ensuring high culinary standards. The successful candidate will assist the Executive Chef in various duties, train and evaluate the galley staff, and ensure waste management and food cost controls are maintained. A formal degree in food management and extensive experience in high-profile culinary environments are required, along with strong knowledge of public health regulations. This role demands flexibility and physical fitness on a cruise ship environment.