Chef De Partie

The hiring establishment is a leading cruise line company known for delivering exceptional onboard experiences to passengers across the globe. This company operates state-of-the-art cruise vessels that combine luxury, comfort, and world-class hospitality to ensure every guest enjoys their journey to the fullest. With a focus on high standards in service quality, hygiene, and safety, the company aims to set benchmarks in the maritime hospitality industry through continuous improvement and dedication to excellence. The cruise line boasts a multicultural work environment, offering career growth opportunities and comprehensive training programs to its employees. The company culture embraces teamwork, respect, and professionalism, all crucial for the smooth operation of its various departments, including the culinary sector.

The available position is for a senior supervisory role within the ship's galley (kitchen), reporting directly to the Executive Chef. The role involves managing the day-to-day operations within an assigned area of the galley to ensure that all food preparation, storage, and administrative tasks meet the highest standards of quality and hygiene. This includes overseeing food production, enforcing strict adherence to budget constraints, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations such as USPH/HACCP, ISM/ISO, and SQM standards. The position requires a detailed-oriented, proactive individual capable of planning, organizing, and managing both human and material resources efficiently.

This leadership role also involves supervising and training the galley crew, scheduling work shifts, conducting personnel evaluations, and fostering a positive, productive work environment. The role requires excellent communication skills, both in German and English, alongside proficiency in relevant IT systems such as MS Office and hospitality management software (FIDELIO, Fidelio Cruise, Micros). The candidate must have robust culinary knowledge, including expertise in international cuisines, food-cost calculation, inventory management, and sanitation protocols.

The role demands a strong sense of responsibility for ensuring all operational facets of the galley align with the company’s business goals, cost-effectiveness, and the overarching philosophy of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a motivated team player with management skills, integrity, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment aboard a modern cruise ship, providing a unique opportunity to develop a career in the hospitality industry with international exposure and growth potential.