Cook

Assist in all aspects of meal and food preparations, maintenance of salad bars, caring for and stocking of the mess rooms, assisting with meal service, washing, and stowing of dishes and helping preserve a high level of sanitation in all steward department areas. Must have knowledge in general culinary preparations such as: making composed salads, cooking vegetables and starches, basic baking skills, snack preparation and sandwich making. Must be able to accomplish these tasks with little supervision while upholding to high food sanitation and safety standards. Must be able to understand and follow a recipe and have some knowledge of basic nutrition, raw ingredients, and preparation techniques. Assist and contribute to menu planning and recipe development Assists in receiving and organization of stores, cleaning and maintaining the galley and associated spaces. Must be able to prepare meals in the event the Steward is temporarily unable to attend to his/her duties. Participate in drills, emergency procedures and help guard the safe working practices of the vessel. Current USCG Merchant Mariner Documents with Food Handling and VPDSD endorsements Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Basic Safety Training Certificates Passport ServSafe Food Handler Certification within six months of hiring Good communication skills Relevant experience and/or training in basic food service (non-fast food)