Exciting Assistant Cook job opportunity in Explora Journeys

Explora Journeys is a luxury cruise line dedicated to providing unparalleled ocean travel experiences within the tourism industry. As a privately owned lifestyle brand of the MSC Group, we offer all-inclusive luxury cruises. Our guests can indulge in exquisite dining experiences, wellness programs, entertainment, and exploration of various destinations. With a rich history spanning 300 years, we are committed to harnessing the unique energy of the sea and inspiring both inner and outer discovery. Our focus is on vibrant, cosmopolitan, and relaxed European luxury at sea, combined with environmental sustainability.

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Assistant Cook Job Description:

As an Assistant Cook at Explora Journeys, you’ll play a vital role in our culinary team, ensuring exceptional dining experiences for our guests. Here are the key responsibilities:

Assistant Cook Responsibilities:

• Possess basic professional knowledge of all sections in a classic kitchen.
• Identify flavour balance and take corrective action when needed.
• Share responsibility for the overall product with the section leader.
• Possesses advanced knife-handling skills.
• Ensure accurate timing of food preparation.
• Prepare all basic food items for the menu as requested by the supervisor.
• Able to work in any section of a galley.
• Possess excellent food knowledge and a full understanding of culinary terms.
• Read, understand, follow and prepare company recipes.
• Maintain and ensure that Public Health regulations (US, Anvisa, Shipsan, Canadian, Australian, etc.) are followed at all times on board.
• Correctly apply food safety procedures and food quality requirements related to all processes.
• Ensure that the assigned area of responsibility is ready for the announced or unannounced inspection conducted by Ship Management or local authorities.
• Responsible for cost containment through the proper use, handling, and maintenance of records, reports, supplies, and equipment within the assigned section.
• Possess familiarity with the galley layout in terms of safety and security.
• Ensure that all safety procedures are followed.
• Attend any early stand-by in the galley for USPH purposes.
• Assist the Procurement team with storing operations and quality control.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Minimum of 3 years in kitchen operations.
• Food Safety/HACCP certificate required.
• Communicate effectively with senior management.
• Must be cost and quality-conscious.
• Adhere to specific scheduled work hours yet be flexible if circumstances require it.
• High School education or international equivalent & Culinary School degree.
• Possess a valid passport and a seaman book.

If you are passionate about culinary arts and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply and embark on an exciting career journey with Explora Journeys. For more information about this job, contact us.