Cook

Job Description

Prepares and cooks a variety of meals and food options for vessel crews over 130 people.

Reports to:

Chief Steward

• Cooks midnight meal and breakfast according to menu and supplies.
• Bakes assorted bread, pastry and dessert items.
• Uses appropriate equipment and sanitation procedures for cutting and slicing meats, vegetables and baked goods.
• Reads and follows recipes including measuring, weights and preparation instructions.
• Adapts recipes for group size based on menu selection for the meal.
• Plans menu items with the Chief Steward to ensure supplies are fully used and meal options are diversified, using foods in season and local availability when possible.
• Maintains adequate supply of food for each meal, working with Galley Assistants to monitor steam tables, salad bar and snack options to ensure availability for crew.
• Orders supplies and keeps records and accounts.
• Directs activities of one or more workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Maintains a clean working environment. Cleans kitchen and all dishes on a daily basis.
• Assists with meal preparation, service and maintaining the steam and cold tables, and cleaning up and properly storing leftovers and ingredients.
• Washes dishes, pots, pans and utensils during meal‑times and throughout the day as needed; maintains dishwasher supplies and cleanliness.
• Maintains cleanliness of the dining and lounge areas at all times, including mopping floors, cleaning tables, chairs, counters, condiment holders, walls and lounge areas.
• Cleans and stocks beverage station in the dining area, including coffee machines, juice and water dispensers.
• Stocks dining hall with items used by the crew, such as condiments, cereal, bread, paper products and utensils.
• Cleans and fills steam tables, ensuring they are powered on/off as required based on scheduled meal service.
• Stocks all dining area condiments, cereals, bread, paper products and utensils regularly.
• Assists cooks with stocking galley supplies for the daily menus and maintains cleanliness of dry storage and cooler areas.
• Assists with preparing salad items, maintains a clean salad storage area and monitors left‑over storage and freezer area, ensuring the freezer is clean and defrosted as needed.

• Assists the vessel Housekeeper as needed. Performs additional tasks as directed by the Chief Steward.
• Participates in all backload and offload activities.
• Learns and follows all hygiene and safety rules and protocols, including using only approved cleaning products and regular use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Participates in crew meetings, safety orientations and drills as required.
• Operates safety‑sensitive equipment and machinery only with authorization and proper training.
• Develops awareness of galley environment and potential hazards, immediately notifying supervisors and communicating with coworkers to maintain safe working conditions.

• Typical equipment: automatic dishwasher, standard cleaning equipment, cleaning solutions, standard food preparation knives and utensils.
• Standard Personal Protective Equipment: hairnets, aprons, gloves. When necessary: hard hats, hearing protection devices, respirators, survival suits and life preservers.

• Shifts are 12 hours per day, 7 days a week for the duration of the fishing contract.
• Contracts are seasonal, duration based on the season and availability of fish.
• Conditions in the galley may vary in temperature and weather may cause the vessel to move unexpectedly during operation.
• Crew members are provided with a bunk, mattress and locker in crew quarters.
• Crew lounge provides access to two computer kiosks for short‑term usage during breaks.

• Pay is crew share based with a daily minimum guarantee.
• Room and board provided by the company.
• 401(k), medical, dental, vision insurance, upon meeting qualification periods.
• Work between seasons in the shipyard, based on availability, paid hourly.

• Promotion from within whenever possible.
• On‑the‑job training. Opportunities for additional training available with supervisor approval.
• Wi‑Fi access available.

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