Onboard Executive Chef — Culinary Leader & Trainer

HX Expeditions; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

HX Expeditions is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary operation onboard. You will report to the Hotel Manager, directing the galley and service teams to deliver exceptional dining experiences for guests and crew while maintaining safety, quality, and cost controls.

You will mentor and develop a diverse crew, drive menu planning for voyages, ensure health regulations are met, and uphold HX standards in a fast-paced marine environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as Executive Chef or similar on-board cruise or Expedition vessels
• Fluent in English (written and verbal)
• Knowledge of Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) regulations and procedures
• Experience managing large, multicultural teams
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, changing working environment
• Familiar with public health requirements per ship protocols

Responsibilities

• Ensure a high level of organization, service, nutrition, and guest/crew satisfaction onboard
• Oversee food delivery, quality, and presentation at buffets and restaurants
• Ensure all Food Services are available and checked prior to opening
• Daily menu briefing with the galley team
• Hold or attend the daily menu briefing with restaurant team
• Ensure recipes are followed and production aligns with occupancy
• Review daily food waste program and manage costs within budget
• Plan the menu layout for the next voyage and act on feedback with improvements

Skills

Executive leadership

Fluent English

VSP knowledge

Budget management

Cruise ship operations

Multicultural team mgmt

Job description

HX Expeditions is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the culinary operation onboard. You will report to the Hotel Manager, directing the galley and service teams to deliver exceptional dining experiences for guests and crew while maintaining safety, quality, and cost controls.

You will mentor and develop a diverse crew, drive menu planning for voyages, ensure health regulations are met, and uphold HX standards in a fast-paced marine environment.