Garde Manger - Cruise Ship Galley

About the role

Portside Consulting is recruiting a Garde Manger for an international cruise line, working in a multicultural galley on contracts of several months at sea. The role runs the cold kitchen production under the Chef de Partie.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare salads, dressings and cold sauces, cold cuts, charcuterie and cheese platters, canapés, appetisers and buffet display platters
• Work to recipe, portion and presentation standards for high-volume service in main dining rooms, buffets and events
• Follow strict public health and food safety standards (USPH/HACCP), with particular care for cold-chain temperatures, labelling and allergen control
• Keep the section clean and organised and assist with stock rotation
• Work long shifts in a multicultural galley team

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years' garde manger / cold kitchen experience in a professional hotel, resort or cruise ship kitchen
• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent
• Valid passport
• Good spoken and written English

Preferred

• Culinary qualification (degree, diploma or certificate)
• 4- or 5-star hotel, banquet or buffet experience
• Cruise ship experience (an advantage, not a requirement)

Only applicants who meet all the must-have requirements will be considered. Applicants should send their CV through Portside Consulting, listing kitchen roles, establishments and dates of employment.