Chef De Partie - The Seven Seas Group
Job Description
Chef De Partie - The Seven Seas Group
Department: Galley
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract
Location: Panama - The Seven Seas Group
Reporting To: Sous Chef
Description
Key Responsibilities
- Ensures product quality in his area of responsibility by regularly monitoring tasting panels and inspecting mise en place during preparation periods.
- Assures food production of the assigned area and gives the right instructions to team to maintain the food production up to standard and Assures minimum food spoilage.
- Supervises product delivery, ensuring quality and consistency, adequate production quantities, correct execution methods, and picture presentation as the minimum standard.
- Effectively supervise assigned Galley Staff during operational activity, including monitoring compliance with production and storage requirement such as temperature/ blast-chiller log recording.
- Always participate to the daily meeting with the Galley management and organizes staff meetings to deliver information on the menus, upcoming production, and events, according to Company Standard.
- Always controls food consumption in the assigned food production areas trough portions and production control, ensure batch cooking/ preparation process is practice and always meet the cost target.
- Thinks strategically. Has abroad and forward-thinking approach, focuses on financial results.
- Continually trains the staff in correct production methods and skills, culinary techniques, menu and recipe knowledge, product holding techniques, and presentation and delivery of the product.
- Ensures appropriate training and orientation is provided to new-to- vessel / first contract Galley staff.
- Maintains current, accurate knowledge of public health standards and ensures continuous compliance with all hotel related public health policies.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Minimum of five years of relevant culinary experience, including at least one year as Chef de Partie in a high-volume production environment within international hotels, resorts, or the cruise industry.
- Previous cruise ship experience is mandatory for this position.
- Extensive knowledge of international cuisines, with strong expertise in Western/Continental cuisine, and a thorough understanding of USPH/HACCP standards and food safety management practices.
- Formal qualification in Culinary Arts or an equivalent credential from a recognized culinary training institution.
- Proven ability to lead and supervise a multicultural team in a dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications and other job-related software.
- Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
Additional Information
- A competitive salary package.
- Your own comfortable double cabin - your private space to relax and recharge.
- Company-paid travel to and from the ship, so you can focus on the journey ahead.
- Access to exclusive areas and benefits onboard (depending on the rank and occupational group).
- A vibrant recreation and welfare program designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.
- Access to exceptional learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.
- The chance to travel the world, exploring exciting destinations while doing what you love.
- A welcoming, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued.