WANDERLUST? Your river journey starts here!
Take the opportunity to explore some of Europe’s most beautiful ports and cultures: follow the Danube to Vienna, admire the Eiffel Tower from the Seine, or discover Amsterdam’s canals with your team. Historic old towns, local markets, and cultural highlights are waiting to be explored. With enthusiasm, motivation, and team spirit, you’ll unlock excellent career opportunities—and make friendships that last a lifetime.
Since English is the main language on most river ships, the job posting is already provided in English.
sea chefs—your employer with a variety of assignments—whether ocean-going, expedition, luxury, or river cruises. As an experienced partner in hotel and crew management for international cruise lines, sea chefs offers unique career opportunities aboard cruise ships in the premium and luxury sectors.
Discover the world with us and experience #WorldClassMoments!
Your Job
Here’s what you can expect on your journey with us:
- Responsibility for the workflow in your assigned area of the galley and the related administrative tasks, in collaboration with the Executive Chef
- Ensuring that all operations are carried out consistently and cost-effectively (quality and hygiene standards)
- Regular inspections of the galley and storage areas, including pantries, lockers, and the crew mess (cleanliness, hygiene, maintenance, safety), with a particular focus on adherence to all agreed-upon standards
- Supervising and training staff to ensure strict adherence to all agreed-upon regulations (HACCP), particularly regarding safety, environmental, and hygiene regulations within the area of responsibility
- Responsibility for equipment setup and the planning, organization, and documentation of inventories
- Review and monitoring of stock movements and orders within the area of responsibility
- Instruction, training, and supervision of the assigned crew (including documentation)
- Continuous improvement of workflows and standards, including contributions to manuals and regulations
Your Course & Your Talents
Here’s what you bring to the table:
- Professional training as a chef and work experience in a management position (hotel kitchen or onboard a cruise ship)
- Strong economic and budget-oriented mindset; ability to analyze and explain business goals
- Very good knowledge of all cleaning procedures, cleaning agents, chemicals (including storage), and HACCP
- Extensive knowledge of food, ingredients, and recipes (modern, international cuisine), as well as food-cost calculations, inventory management, and production control for guest and crew menus
- Fluent in spoken English and strong communication skills
- Management skills, authority, flexibility, and self-discipline
- Well-groomed appearance, friendly and professional demeanor toward guests and crew members
- Ability to work under pressure and motivate employees
Why sail with Sea Chefs?
You can look forward to:
- Traveling the world
- Paid and organized travel
- An international work environment
- Free room and board
- Exclusive crew areas
- Great career opportunities
- Development and training courses
- Paid insurance
- Free uniform cleaning
- And much more
Do youhave any questions about a job on board and/or our application process?
You can find comprehensive information and the FAQ on our website.
We look forward to receiving your application—regardless of your age, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, ideology, and/or sexual orientation. Please apply online only.