Shipboard Sous Chef – Lead a Diverse Culinary Team

The Walt Disney Company; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Disney Cruise Line is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary team aboard a Disney ship. You will lead a multi-cultural crew and ensure all items meet the highest standards of flavor and presentation, working under the Chef de Cuisine.

This shipboard role requires three years of formal culinary training, at least three years in a high-volume kitchen, and ship experience. You will manage food quality, safety, and timetables while embracing a diverse maritime environment.

Qualifications

• Three years formal culinary training from an accredited school or recognized apprenticeship.
• Minimum three years experience as Chef de Partie with two years in a high-volume kitchen; shipboard experience REQUIRED.
• Ability to lead a culinary team and work without regular supervision.

Responsibilities

• Complete proper menu preparation for all allergy and dietary needs; train staff accordingly.
• Exceed Disney Cruise Line and Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) requirements; lead the culinary team through weekly inspections.
• Implement recipe guidelines through booklets, plate presentation and audits.
• Provide feedback on recipes to the Chef de Cuisine and Manager Food Operations.
• Coordinate communication between galley crew and Chef de Cuisine/Manager Food Operations.
• Maintain food quality standards during storage, production and service.
• Follow opening and closing procedures for all kitchens/production areas.
• Monitor equipment maintenance; report needs via onboard systems.
• Organize daily menu presentations and food tastings.
• Provide performance feedback to Chef De Cuisine.

Skills

Culinary leadership

HACCP knowledge

Food safety

Shipboard exp

Menu planning

Recipe following

Time management

Communication

Kitchen stations

Basic computer skills

Education

Culinary training

Job description

Disney Cruise Line is seeking a Sous Chef to join our culinary team aboard a Disney ship. You will lead a multi-cultural crew and ensure all items meet the highest standards of flavor and presentation, working under the Chef de Cuisine.

This shipboard role requires three years of formal culinary training, at least three years in a high-volume kitchen, and ship experience. You will manage food quality, safety, and timetables while embracing a diverse maritime environment.