Lead Chef de Partie: Multi-Section Kitchen Leader

Celebrity Cruises; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Celebrity Cruises is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to lead a high-volume galley on a cruise ship, directing and evaluating a team under the Sous Chef while maintaining top quality and consistency. You will oversee multiple sections, enforce company recipes, and ensure compliance with USPH standards, HACCP, and health regulations, while driving cost controls and operational efficiency.

Strong culinary knowledge, excellent communication, and proven leadership in multicultural environments

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in upscale hotel, resort, cruise ship, or convention banqueting service.
• At least 2 years as Chef de Partie; shipboard experience preferred.
• Strong management, communication, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs, coaches, supports, supervises, and evaluates (with the Sous Chef) all direct reports.
• Maintain recipe folders and ensure quality and consistency per corporate instructions.
• Oversee HACCP program and health inspections; ensure USPH/commercial standards are followed.
• Control production levels and implement cost-containment measures.
• Oversee all kitchen sections (Sauce, Entremetier, Fish, Roast, etc.) and coordinate staff accordingly.

Skills

Team leadership

Food knowledge

Cost control

Communication

Coaching

Education

Culinary school degree

Job description

Celebrity Cruises is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to lead a high-volume galley on a cruise ship, directing and evaluating a team under the Sous Chef while maintaining top quality and consistency. You will oversee multiple sections, enforce company recipes, and ensure compliance with USPH standards, HACCP, and health regulations, while driving cost controls and operational efficiency.

Strong culinary knowledge, excellent communication, and proven leadership in multicultural environments