TUI - JUNIOR COOK

Ismira; United States; Remote; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Shared accommodation

Medical insurance

Job summary

ISMIRA Agency is actively recruiting for the Junior Assistant Cook for TUI Cruises, a boutique river cruise brand with intimate itineraries. The role involves preparing groundwork for daily menu items under supervision of the section leader or Executive Chef, following provided recipes and guidelines.

This seasonal position runs from spring to fall (8–10 months). Benefits include free meals, shared accommodation, medical insurance during contract, and competitive salary packages on

Qualifications

• Experience in Galley operation.
• Ship experience preferred.
• English language knowledge (B2 level).
• Ability to work in multicultural environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and courteous service at assigned workstations according to company standards.
• Maintain full knowledge of food menus and company recipes.
• Welcome and greet guests professionally as per company standards.
• Ensure proper setup and procedures at assigned workstation.
• Promote a positive working environment across all departments.
• Support and relieve the dishwasher or other galley staff during absences.
• Follow correct food item rotation (FIFO), storage, labeling, and temperature control at all workstations.
• Report guest complaints, breakage, or equipment damage to the supervisor immediately.
• Maintain cleanliness in front- and back-of-house areas according to HACCP and safety regulations.
• Handle all equipment, machinery, and chemicals correctly.

Job description

ISMIRA Agency actively recruiting for position JUNIOR COOK for TUI Cruises!

TUI River Cruises designed as boutique 'floating hotels' with a maximum of 155-190 guests, offering an intimate and relaxed atmosphere with a focus on immersive destination experiences. TUI Aria - adult only, modern & beautiful river ship, the largest in European fleet.

The primary responsibility of the Junior Assistant Cook is to prepare the ground work for the daily menu items under the supervision of the section leader or Executive Chef, and following recipes and guidelines provided.

Conditions

• One of the most reputable brands in European river cruising
• Seasonal work from spring to fall (8-10 months)
• Days off & vacation during contract
• Free food and shared accommodation
• Competitive salary packages
• Medical insurance provided during contract
• Beautiful European routes (you work and travel at the same time)
• Modern, well-maintained river ships
• Multinational team and positive working environment
• Safe workplace standards and great conditions

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide professional and courteous service at assigned workstations according to company standards.
• Maintain full knowledge of food menus and company recipes.
• Welcome and greet guests professionally as per company standards.
• Ensure proper setup and procedures at assigned workstation.
• Promote a positive working environment across all departments.
• Support and relieve the dishwasher or other galley staff during absences.
• Follow correct food item rotation (FIFO), storage, labeling, and temperature control at all workstations.
• Report guest complaints, breakage, or equipment damage to the supervisor immediately.
• Maintain cleanliness in front- and back-of-house areas according to HACCP and safety regulations.
• Handle all equipment, machinery, and chemicals correctly.
• etc.

Requirements

• Age 18+ from EU and also all nationalities we work with
• Experience in Galley operation
• Ship experience preferred
• No visible tattoos = no aggressive tattoos.
• For non-EU candidates, a German Visa D will be required.
• Safety certificates and US Visa are NOT needed.
• Knowledge of English language (B2 level).
• Able to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Comfortable working in multicultural environments.
• Highly organized, disciplined, and dependable.

Nationalities that we process:

Last updated: December 19, 2025