Full Time Yacht Chef
This position will work closely with the Executive Chef facilitating the preparation of the highest standard, nutritious and health-focused cuisine, designing menus according to the Principal’s preferences. The position is also responsible for managing the galley, both operationally and financially, and overseeing the crew's food preparation, focusing on a healthy and varied diet.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Plan highest standard, health-focused menus according to the Principal’s personal preferences, providing the Principal with a variety of healthful, creative, and interesting food and beverages
Prepare and serve the Principal, and any guests of the Principal, with up to three meals per day, on up to five days per week. The schedule will remain subject to change by the Principal
Prepare in advance “ready to heat” meals for any number of days on which in-person meal service by the Head Chef is not expected
Help plan, prepare, and oversee catering for dinner parties, cocktail parties, holiday meals, luncheons, and other entertainment of the Principal’s guests
Responsible for overseeing that the crew receive a healthy and varied diet, the best that the budget allows
Responsible for the operational and financial management of the galley, including for all the orders placed by chefs, ensuring that the correct produce is purchase and budgets are adhered to, and according to the Principal’s personal preferences
Responsible for the condition of all dry food and fresh produce, ensuring the excellent condition of the goods and expiration dates are monitored
Ensure that the galley, dry and cold stores, and all equipment are maintained to the highest levels of hygiene and cleanliness
Assist the Executive Chef and the Captain with hiring, instructing, and directing any food service personnel needed for meals and events
Other duties as assigned by the Principal, the Executive Chef, and the Captain
Minimum Qualifications: Experience, Skills and Certifications:
Culinary Arts degree
Experience working at five-star or recognized gourmet establishments
Ability to create inventive, original, and also nutritious and balanced dishes on a regular basis
Must be open to working most holidays including Thanksgiving and New Year
Ability to adjust to schedule changes on a short notice, staying positive and efficient
Ability to work under pressure with deadlines and changing priorities, maintaining a calm demeanor
Must have a keen understanding of food/kitchen sanitation and able to maintain a neat and safe galley
High-energy and ability to grasp new concepts quickly
Knowledge of safety standards as applied to yachts and similar vessels
Organized, efficient, punctual, reliable, creative
Ability to gracefully accept direct feedback
Must be able to handle very sensitive and highly confidential issues with diplomacy and discretion
Longevity in past positions with excellent references from past employers
Expected Work Habits:
Be prompt and on time to all meetings, scheduled work and timelines
Maintain and enforce a safe and secure environment on board, reporting any safety issues to the Safety Office, and operational defects to the Chief Engineer
Efficient, punctual, reliable, proactive, self-starter
Personable and able to work with various individuals effectively, including other members of the crew
Flexibility, integrity and creative problem-solving skills
Must have and express a positive approach to problems and situations that may arise
Physical Demands and Requirements:
Able for work actively full-time in a kitchen environment, on a yacht
Able to reach, bend, stoop, lift, carry, use dexterity and communicate as needed in performing job duties
Able to travel extensively among the Properties without assistance, including traveling internationally
Possess valid unrestricted driver’s license, adequate vehicle insurance coverage, and vehicle for use in performing job duties and travel among the Properties
Able to use a standard computer, telephone, other related equipment
Able to provide on-call availability and responsiveness during non business hours
Authorized to work legally in the US and be willing to undergo an in-depth background investigation
Compliance with the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy