Shipboard Galley Assistant | Culinary Support for Crews

Crew Life at Sea Ltd.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

Crew Life at Sea Ltd. is seeking a Cook Assistant to join ships crew onboard a container vessel.

You will support the Ships Cook with meal prep, maintain galley cleanliness, hygiene standards, and assist with daily catering operations to ensure nutritious and timely meals for the crew. Requirements include basic food preparation knowledge, hygiene standards, STCW Basic Safety Training, and a valid Seafarers Medical Certificate.

Qualifications

• Basic food preparation knowledge and strict hygiene standards are required.
• Ability to work in a team and follow instruction in a galley environment.
• Must have STCW Basic Safety Training and a Valid Seafarers Medical Certificate.
• Willingness to work long hours in a marine setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation (cutting, peeling, portioning ingredients).
• Support cooking and serving meals as directed by ships cook.
• Maintain galley cleanliness, mess rooms, and storage areas.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment.
• Follow HACCP and sanitation standards where applicable.
• Help store provisions and monitor stock levels.
• Assist with loading and unloading stores during port calls.
• Dispose of waste according to MARPOL and environmental rules.
• Assist during safety drills and emergencies as required.

Skills

Food preparation basics

Hygiene standards

Teamwork

Education

STCW Basic Safety Training

Seafarers Medical Certificate

Job description

Crew Life at Sea Ltd. is seeking a Cook Assistant to join ships crew onboard a container vessel.

You will support the Ships Cook with meal prep, maintain galley cleanliness, hygiene standards, and assist with daily catering operations to ensure nutritious and timely meals for the crew. Requirements include basic food preparation knowledge, hygiene standards, STCW Basic Safety Training, and a valid Seafarers Medical Certificate.