Line Cook

WHO WE ARELindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery”.
ABOUT THE ROLEThe Line Cook is responsible for food preparation and assisting in the storing and inventory of food and related products. In addition, you assist and support the Steward in washing dishes and cleaning the galley.
WORK SCHEDULE The line cook works 12+ hours per day of varied shifts, approximately 8 weeks on, 4 weeks off rotational schedule.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES  

Food Preparation:

• Acts as a prep cook, and prepares multiple sauces, vegetables and hot dishes on a daily basis
• Works on a daily prep list based on stock levels, and usage directed by head chef
• Assists Chef de Partie composing crew meals within allotted time
• Assists the Head Chef and/or the Sous Chef and Chef de Partie in plating of guest breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as crew meals
• Working the action station during meal periods; Example but not limited to; Omelets, carving stations and the sauté action station.
• Providing alternatives to all dietary restrictions, crew and guest.
• Assists Pantry Chef where is needed.
• Assists in OOTB, on the ship or on shore
• Assisting in setting up/ break down of the hot line.
• Assisting during plating breakfast, lunch and dinners with Sous Chef and Chef De Partie.
• Assists the Head Chef with supervising/training/ developing the galley steward.
• Following company policies, and menus/ matrix. 

Galley Cleaning:

• Assists with cleaning all counter tops and working surfaces in the galley, clean the galley sinks, dry stores, walk-in coolers and dishwasher.  Assist in daily dishwashing operations.
• Adheres to all CDC Vessel Sanitation Program and Health Canada requirements.
• Maintains and organizes the refrigerators, dry stores, and freezers.
• Assists/supports with scraping/soaking of all dishes, pots & pans, cooking utensils, and eating utensils in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Assist/supports in loading, running and removing items from the dishwashing machine and placing items in appropriate storage locations.

Storage/Inventory:

• Assists in the proper storage, wrapping, handling and display of food items.
• Rotates present stock, disposes of spoiled items, and replaces with provisions and other supplies as received.

Safety and Security

• Participates in on board safety training, meetings and drills, as directed by the Captain, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, flooding and medical emergencies.
• Adheres to Company’s policy on uniform, to promote company’s image, safety, and standards.
• Participates in shore side training as required by the company. 
• Familiar with the ISM codes and requirements
• Maintains familiarity with all duties under the company Safety Management System and Emergency Station Billet duties.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum 1 year recent cooking and/or food service experience.
• Must have the ability to work on their feet in a galley of high temperature for 12-14 hours a day for the duration of the rotation
• Must also be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis, walk up and down multiple flights of stairs while carrying product.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Detail oriented and thorough; able to follow through on assigned tasks.
• Ability to work independently using creativity and initiative to complete assigned tasks.
• Strong time management skills; able to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Work well under pressure.
• Ability to get along with co-workers and support a team environment.

Licenses/Certificates:

• Current First Aid/CPR certification required.
• US Passport required.
• STCW Basic Safety Training preferred.
• STCW Crowd Management preferred.

Our BenefitsVacation Pay (10% of the daily rate for each day worked)7 Paid H