Onboard Pastry Chef: Creative Desserts at Sea

Medium; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindblad Expeditions is seeking a Pastry Chef to join the galley team on expedition voyages. This hands‑on role emphasizes creative dessert production, breads, and dietary accommodations while supporting overall galley operations in a remote, at‑sea setting.

You'll work approximately 12 hours per day on a rotational schedule, with crew housing aboard ship and limited port access between expeditions. Strong baking and pastry skills, time management, and team spirit are essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of formal training at a culinary or Baking and pastry school preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the culinary industry on board passenger ships preferred.
• Good time management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to get along with co‑workers and support a team environment.
• May be responsible for training and guiding others and/or reviewing their work.

Responsibilities

• Participates in actual baking of guest breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, plus spreads, jams, and breads.
• Prepares and plates guest desserts, including mise en place, sauces and garnishes.
• Produces mid‑morning and tea pastries, and items for dietary restrictions (GF, vegan, kosher, lactose‑free).
• Assist in production of crew meals and coordinate with Head Chef on inventory and orders.
• Maintain sanitary compliance of baking and pastry areas and follow CDC Vessel Sanitation Program requirements.
• Assist in dishwashing as needed and support galley cleaning and organization.
• Load, handle, and store food properly to maintain inventory and rotation.

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

Multitasking

Leadership/Training

Education

Culinary or Baking & Pastry school

Job description

Lindblad Expeditions is seeking a Pastry Chef to join the galley team on expedition voyages. This hands‑on role emphasizes creative dessert production, breads, and dietary accommodations while supporting overall galley operations in a remote, at‑sea setting.

You'll work approximately 12 hours per day on a rotational schedule, with crew housing aboard ship and limited port access between expeditions. Strong baking and pastry skills, time management, and team spirit are essential.