Shipboard Chef de Partie — Elevate Maritime Dining

Silversea; Fairmont (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Silversea is seeking an experienced galley professional to deliver high-quality, efficient and technically excellent food preparation aboard our vessels. You will uphold public health standards and contribute to guest satisfaction across multiple outlets and events.

The role requires STCW95 certification, a minimum of 4 years in similar positions (1 year as Entremetier, Gardemanger or Poissonier) in International 5-star settings, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Valid STCW95 certification.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in a similar position with a minimum of 1 year as Entremetier, Gardemanger or Poissonier at an International 5-star establishment.
• Good knowledge of International and European cuisine.
• Knowledge and experience of Public Health policies and procedures.
• Ability to read, interpret and demonstrate culinary fundamentals.
• Demonstrates strong knife skills.
• Must be proficient in all stations in the galley.
• Physically and medically fit.
• Moral integrity is required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and presenting menu items according to standardized recipes, guest preferences, and dietary requirements.
• Managing assigned kitchen stations, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and timely setup for service, buffets, and special events.
• Monitoring food quality, storage, inventory, and requisitions to minimize waste and control costs.
• Supporting menu execution across various outlets (e.g., room service, specialty restaurants, events).
• Training and supervising junior kitchen staff, identifying development needs and ensuring adherence to standards.
• Maintaining strict compliance with public health, safety, and hygiene regulations, including equipment maintenance and inspection readiness.
• Collaborating with culinary leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations and exceptional guest satisfaction.
• Adapting to specialized roles (e.g., Poissoner, Entremetier, Gardemanger, Tournant, etc.), taking ownership of specific culinary areas.

Skills

Knife skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Education

STCW95 certification

Job description

Silversea is seeking an experienced galley professional to deliver high-quality, efficient and technically excellent food preparation aboard our vessels. You will uphold public health standards and contribute to guest satisfaction across multiple outlets and events.

The role requires STCW95 certification, a minimum of 4 years in similar positions (1 year as Entremetier, Gardemanger or Poissonier) in International 5-star settings, and excellent English communication.