Introduction Our Company Coral Expeditions is Australia’s pioneering cruise line. We specialise in a unique style of immersive adventures by small expedition ship. With humble beginnings hosting cruises on the Great Barrier Reef, the company has grown into a borderless fleet of three ships carrying between 72 and 120 guests. For four decades, Coral Expeditions has operated with a single purpose – to take small groups of likeminded explorers to remote places with expert guidance and warm Australian hospitality. We offer a wide range of domestic and international destinations. Coral Expeditions is wholly owned by the NRMA and joins a connected family of companies including NRMA Parks and Resorts, NRMA Roadside Assist, NRMA Marine and Ferries as well as SIXT Car Rentals. Description The Role As a Lead Chef you will manage and oversee the Galley operations in an efficient and effective manner. Previous experience as a Head or Senior Sous Chef with leadership abilities. Managing kitchen teams while fostering a collaborative and positive team environment. What you will bring to us At least 5 years experience within a commercial kitchen. Ensuring the timely delivery of quality meals to guests and crew as per the menu plan. High level of customer service and take great pride and passion for the guest dining experience. Experience in day to day running of a kitchen/galley. Including rosters, reporting and stocktakes. Understanding of food cost and portion control. Maintain product quality, presentation, food safety and consistency. Demonstrated safe working practices mindset. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Tolerance of others to work and live in a small environment for long periods of time. Excellent personal presentation. What we can offer you Shipboard rosters are generally 3-4 weeks on and 3-4 weeks off. This will vary with international itineraries being 6 weeks on and 6 weeks off. Free accommodation and meals onboard. An opportunity to see spectacular places. Career paths in Maritime with internationally recognised experience. Salary of $89,049 per annum. As we screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications and experience meet our needs, we will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue in the recruitment process. We wish you every success! Skills And Experiences Qualifications Required Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Diploma in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management First Aid & CPR. Passport. Qualifications willing to obtain with us AMSA endorsed Certificate of Safety Training (CoST). Crowd Control & Crisis Management. AMSA Medical. AMSA endorsed Marine Cook Certificate. Australian Seafarers book or other country equivalent discharge book. Coral Expeditions are a team of seafarers who embrace life on the blue highway. Ship life is not for everyone, and this should be considered before applying.
