Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.75 - $30.75
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Travel opportunities
Professional development opportunities
Meal provisions
Job Description
FW Charters is a prestigious company based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, specializing in providing unique and luxurious private yacht charter experiences. Catering to discerning owners and guests, FW Charters emphasizes top-tier service, comfort, and culinary excellence aboard their yachts. With a commitment to exceeding client expectations, FW Charters blends maritime expertise with hospitality, creating unforgettable voyages and exceptional onboard experiences.
The current opportunity is for a talented and experienced private yacht chef who will be responsible for delivering outstanding culinary services to the yacht's owners and guests. This role involves planning, preparing, and presenting restaurant-quality meals including breakfast, lunch... Show More
The current opportunity is for a talented and experienced private yacht chef who will be responsible for delivering outstanding culinary services to the yacht's owners and guests. This role involves planning, preparing, and presenting restaurant-quality meals including breakfast, lunch... Show More
Job Requirements
- Ability to work scheduled shifts including evening hours, weekends, and holidays
- Extensive travel is required onboard ship
- Ability to work in a moving environment and adapt to sea conditions
- Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds
- Stamina to stand for extended periods
- Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment
- Frequent bending, squatting, twisting, turning, reaching, pulling, pushing, and walking
- Ability to work in confined spaces for prolonged periods
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with guests and crew
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to receive direction and take action
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions
- Ability to deal with complex situations
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide
Job Qualifications
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred
- Minimum 3-5 years of professional cooking experience in fine dining, private estates, or yacht environments
- Food safety certifications as required by the Captain
- Strong knowledge of a variety of cuisines and current culinary trends
- Experience with menu planning and dietary accommodations such as allergies, vegan, gluten-free
Job Duties
- Plan, prepare, and present restaurant-quality meals for owners and guests including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks
- Accommodate diverse dietary requirements, preferences, and restrictions with creativity and professionalism
- Manage all galley operations including inventory management, provisioning, and food storage
- Maintain the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness in accordance with maritime regulations
- Create custom menus that reflect seasonal ingredients, guest preferences, and local specialties from various ports
- Coordinate with crew members to ensure seamless meal service
- Manage food budgets and minimize waste while maintaining premium quality
- Adapt cooking techniques to the challenges of a galley kitchen in varying sea conditions
- Handle special occasions and events with appropriate menu planning and presentation
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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