OSM Thome Recruitment is looking for experienced Chef De Partie for unique career opportunities in the cruise industry, on behalf of Royal Caribbean Group.

Supervises and coordinates activities of a particular workstation engaged in preparing and cooking food products for various outlets per instruction of the direct supervisor onboard. Be part of something extraordinary. If you’re ready to lead in the kitchen while sailing the world, we invite you to apply and embark on your next adventure.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Oversee and supervise food preparation and production across assigned sections including Main Galley, Windjammer, Room Service, Specialty Restaurants, Cold Kitchen, and more.
• Prepare dishes in accordance with standardized corporate recipes and ensure consistent quality, taste, and presentation.
• Lead a team of junior cooks and chefs by providing coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
• Conduct daily recipe reviews, assign and coordinate tasks, and manage workstation organization to ensure speed and efficiency.
• Maintain strict food safety and sanitation standards (HACCP, USPH, Anvisa, Shipsan, Canadian, and Australian).
• Manage requisitions, inventories, waste control, and monitor equipment performance; report maintenance needs as necessary.
• Support ongoing culinary training programs and onboard certification efforts, ensuring all direct reports are prepared and compliant.
• Participate in public health inspections and internal audits by ensuring cleanliness, documentation, and procedural adherence.
• Collaborate with Sous Chef and Executive Chef to meet food cost targets, implement operational improvements, and develop staff.
• Maintain high standards of personal grooming, hygiene, and workplace safety in alignment with company policies.

Qualifications and competence:

• Culinary degree or equivalent certification required.
• Minimum 6–8 years’ experience in high-end culinary environments such as upscale hotels, resorts, cruise ships, or banqueting services.
• At least 2 years’ experience as a Chef de Partie in a high-volume kitchen (shipboard experience preferred).
• Strong leadership, time management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to motivate and develop an international team.
• Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques including braising, sautéing, broiling, grilling, and advanced knife skills.
• In-depth understanding of global public health standards and HACCP compliance.
• Proficient in English (spoken and written); additional languages such as Spanish, French, or German are a plus.
• Solid computer literacy, including recipe management, requisition systems (e.g., Crunch Time), and intermediate office tools.
• Familiarity with basic accounting principles is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, management, and corporate teams in a multicultural, dynamic setting.

How to apply for the job:

Register your profile with OSM Thome Recruitment tool on https://jobs.osmthome.com/jobs

Upload your English CV to OSM Thome.

Please prepare for a very short video recording to present yourself in 60 seconds.

OSM Thome Recruitment will contact you for the next steps of the recruitment process.

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