Shipboard Chief Steward Cook — Culinary Leader & Manager

gCaptain; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 212,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive

Job summary

gCaptain seeks an experienced Steward Cook to lead onboard food service for a large crew. You will oversee production, sanitation, and day-to-day operations, ensuring meals meet naval standards and budgets.

Responsibilities include supervising up to 100 Steward Division staff, coordinating provisioning through government sources, and maintaining compliance with FSM processes and safety training. U.S. citizenship and maritime credentials are required.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen and meet MSC eligibility criteria.
• Must hold required maritime credentials (MMC, TWIC/CAC).
• Requires completion of MSC FSM and Serv-Safe/food-safety certs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food service for up to 700 personnel daily aboard.
• Manage procurement and budgeting for mess operations.
• Supervise sanitation training and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Document performance and oversee payroll guidelines.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food service management

Maritime hospitality

Supervisory experience

Education

FSM - Food Service Management System

Serv-Safe Manager Certification

USCG MMC / Merchant Mariner Credential

Tools

FSM software

Job description

gCaptain seeks an experienced Steward Cook to lead onboard food service for a large crew. You will oversee production, sanitation, and day-to-day operations, ensuring meals meet naval standards and budgets.

Responsibilities include supervising up to 100 Steward Division staff, coordinating provisioning through government sources, and maintaining compliance with FSM processes and safety training. U.S. citizenship and maritime credentials are required.