Job Summary:

Responsibilities:

• Manage all galley staff and oversee operation of all galleys and food outlets
• Coordinate of all food offering including group offerings and special requests
• Oversee proper preparation of special dietary meals and food allergies for guests and crew
• Monitor all Culinary standards, inventory and cost control
• Complete random food and menu audits
• Maintain close relationship with shoreside F&B management team
• Ensure Disney Cruise Line and USPH Sanitation requirements are met in all galleys and food store rooms
• Set departmental goals
• Maintain Operating Guidelines and OJT material for areas of responsibility and revise as necessary
• Ensure facilities and equipment are maintained and in good working order
• Oversee inventory control (par levels turnover and replenishment)
• Monitor/implement garbage separation and disposal procedures
• Monitor handling, maintenance, and reordering of operating equipment
• Ensure hazardous materials are used and stored properly in operations under their control, including regular inventory and availability of MSDS
• Facilitate department meetings
• Provide leadership for all direct reports; responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Managing personnel files
  • Review and approve all renewal contracts before distribution
  • Conducting performance reviews, including discipline as needed
  • Ensuring Project Onboard compliance
  • Monitoring STAR, while making necessary corrections
  • Onboard training, new hire and ongoing
  • Succession planning
• Provide crew recognition and communication
• Participate in all Castaway Cay job responsibilities associated with position and line of business as directed by DCL leadership
• Execute additional job responsibilities, as assigned by DCL leadership, based on operational need
• Comply with all company set policies and procedures, along with all maritime and ship rules, regulations and procedures
• Participate in emergency duties as specified in the ship Assembly Plan

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum five years experience in high volume galley/F&B operation
• Certified Executive Chef or equivalent degree in Culinary Arts
• Excellent working knowledge of food and beverage products, services, and equipment
• Demonstrated ability to calculate cost potentials/projections and understanding of the impact on budget
• Technical and functional understanding of the ship-based food and beverage operation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Be able to speak, read and write fluent English
• Willingness to live and work onboard one of our vessels for a certain length of time (based on position)
• Be able to work a seven-day, 70-84 hour week with limited time off
• Be able to adhere to Disney Cruise Line appearance guidelines
• Agree to share a cabin with other crew members
• Enjoy working in a high-volume, fast-paced, guest-service oriented environment
• Be flexible with your work schedule, job duties and work locations
• Appreciate diversity among guests and crew

Preferred Qualifications:

• College education or equivalent industry experience
• Ship experience

Additional Information:

This is a SHIPBOARD role.

Applicants must:

• Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel
• Be committed to the position you are applying for at least 2-3 contracts before a transfer or promotion
• Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency duties and/or associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan
• Be willing and able to uphold the general safety management responsibilities specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control
• Be willing to follow and embrace United States Public Health requirements and guidelines as well as Environmentality requirements and Company practices
• Be willing to be appreciative of working and living in a multi-cultural environment
• Be comfortable living in a confined space with strict rules and regulations
• Adhere to a structured lifestyle, personally and professionally

Your Responsibilities:

• Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this)
• Complete a pre-employment medical
• Obtain a criminal background check
• Bring approved work shoes

**Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.