Assistant Cook

About the role

Norwegian Cruise Line is hiring an Assistant Cook. The cook delivers food of the highest quality in terms of freshness, taste and consistency, strictly following USPH/FDA guidelines, and covers batch, à la minute and line cooking techniques. The post reports directly to the Chef Tournant.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare all food fresh and of the highest quality, following recipes, methods and instructions from the supervisor
• Keep the immediate work area clean at all times and maintain an organized, efficient flow of production despite forecast and menu changes
• Handle mise-en-place and food service for the station, and check food temperatures, chilling, reheating and holding procedures
• Report waste daily, check the station on arrival for safety and equipment issues, and leave it clean with food properly stored and labelled
• Maintain USPH/FDA standards and follow the Safety and Environmental Protection Policy and SEMS
• Perform other related duties as assigned, and work 7 days a week in close quarters with cabin-mates

Required profile

• Intermediate English verbal and writing skills
• At least one year of experience preparing food by roasting, broiling, braising, sautéing, frying and grilling, including breakfast items
• At least one year in food production and/or line capacity, and in a high-volume hot production operation
• Six months of basic cooking skills (knife skills, basic cuts, cooking methods) and operating basic equipment such as steamers, fryers, kettles and robocoups
• High school diploma or equivalent; a two-year culinary degree is preferred
• Professional appearance, good hygiene, respect for colleagues and guests, and ability to live in close quarters