Position: Executive Sous Chef – Ultra-Luxury Cruise Line
Start Date: Immediate
Rotation: 4 months on / 2 months off
Monthly Salary: USD 7,875 (net, tax-free)
Vessel Size: ≈ 1,000 guests
About the Opportunity An award-winning cruise group celebrated for Michelin-level dining and six-star service is seeking an accomplished Executive Sous Chef. You will co‑lead a multicultural brigade across multiple specialty and main‑dining galleys, maintaining flawless culinary standards while the ship sails year‑round itineraries in the Mediterranean, Alaska, Asia and beyond.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership – Oversee day‑to‑day production in all galleys, ensuring consistency, presentation and taste meet luxury‑brand expectations.
Team Management – Train, coach and schedule a brigade of 30+ chefs, demi‑chefs and stewards representing more than 20 nationalities.
Menu Execution & Innovation – Deliver rotating fine‑dining menus, tasting menus and themed events using premium, globally sourced ingredients.
Quality & Compliance – Guarantee HACCP, USPH and company sanitation protocols; coordinate regular inspections and crew briefings.
Cost Control – Track food cost, waste and inventory; collaborate with the Provision Master and Executive Chef on ordering and forecasting.
Succession Planning – Mentor junior leaders and prepare for promotion to Executive Chef within the line’s flagship culinary programme
Candidate Profile
Experience – Minimum five years in Michelin‑starred, Relais & Châteaux, or comparable luxury‑hotel kitchens, including at least two years as Sous Chef or higher.
Leadership – Proven ability to direct large, multicultural teams in a high‑volume setting while preserving craft‑level finesse.
Technical Expertise – Strong grasp of modern plating, classic techniques, allergen management and contemporary dietary trends (plant‑based, gluten‑free, etc.).
Compliance – Advanced knowledge of HACCP; comfortable with USPH or equivalent maritime standards.
Language – Fluent English required; French, Italian or Spanish highly advantageous.
Certificates & Visas – Valid STCW Basic Safety (or willingness to obtain), PEME Medical, and eligibility for a C1 / D seaman’s visa.
What We Offer
Tax‑Free Compensation – USD 7,875 per month; all onboard living expenses covered (accommodation, meals, laundry, medical).
Work–Life Balance – Predictable 4 : 2 rotation and paid travel to and from the vessel.
Career Growth – Clear pathway to Executive Chef, ongoing training with guest‑chef partnerships and accredited leadership courses.
Global Exposure – Operate cutting‑edge galleys while visiting marquee ports on five continents.
Inclusive Culture – Join an organisation committed to diversity, environmental stewardship and genuine guest connection.
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