Sous Chef Job at UnCruise Adventures, Seattle, WA

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  • UnCruise Adventures
  • Seattle, WA

Job Description

Update 3/6/2025 - There are available positions for the Summer 2025 Alaska Sailing Season, we are actively interviewing.

 

ABOUT UNCRUISE
At UnCruise Adventures, we work together to provide an enriching adventure experience while inspiring an appreciation of local cultures and the natural world. This means we kayak among icebergs, travel to hidden waterfalls, snorkel with sea lions, dive with manta rays, and share air with whales. Our destinations include Alaska, the Hawaiian Islands, & Baja California.  

CREW PERKS  
  • Room and board when scheduled  
  • Rotation schedule (6-8 weeks sailing with 2-3 weeks off)  
  • Travel stipend  
  • Pro deals  
  • Credential reimbursement (qualifications required)  
  • Heath care benefits (once qualifications are met)  

JOB SUMMARY
This position is for the Summer 2025 Alaska Sailing Season (March - October).
The Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the entire galley team in all food preparation and galley sanitation efforts; this includes prep, production, plate up, and clean-up of six meals per day (3 guest meals, 3 crew meals). This multi-tasking position will also be responsible for the preparation of crew meals and must be capable of executing a variety of cooking skills and different cuisines on a daily basis.  The Sous Chef will also assist with washing dishes on a rare occasion, loading and storing food provisions, participating in galley cleaning, and other sanitation duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Minimum of 2-3 years experience cooking in a general kitchen or galley setting.
  • Excellent knife skills and the ability to follow any recipe from start to finish. 
  • Possess extensive knowledge in various cuisines with the ability to create meals without a recipe. 
  • Good time management skills: ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
  • Must be hardworking, flexible and willing to communicate professionally with the Chef and other crew members.
  • Able to get along with co-workers and support a team environment.
  • Experience with passenger vessels is preferred, but not required.
  • Comfortable living and working in close quarters with other crew members for many weeks at a time, with no days off. This may include crew from the galley. Having your own room is not an option due to limited berthing.

Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

  • Valid Passport  
  • CPR / First Aid / AED   
  • ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification
  • ServSafe Allergens  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Participate in the production and presentation of all guest meals.
  • Create and prepare a variety of nutritious, fresh, and creative crew meals, on time as scheduled.
  • Execute standard recipes as directed by the Chef.
  • Prepare entrees and crew meals for special diets such as gluten free, dairy free, and vegan, as directed by the Chef, with or without a recipe.
  • Daily prep and cleaning responsibilities are subject to change under Chefs discretion.
  • Assist in galley clean up after every meal including dish area support and disposal of trash. 
  • Assist in maintaining proper food handling and storage procedures in accordance with CDC/FDA guidelines. 
  • Guest Interaction: Interact with guests in a friendly and courteous manner at all times.  Participate in evening activities and in galley tour as directed by Chef or Hotel Manager.

Safety and Security:                                                              

  • Comply with all CDC/FDA vessel sanitation requirements.
  • Participate in on board safety training, meetings and drills as directed by the Captain, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, flooding and medical emergencies.
  • Maintain familiarity with all duties under the company Safety Management System including Emergency Response Activities.

ONBOARD ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Living Conditions- Crew live in close quarters with 4 to 8 people of all genders per room depending on the vessel. Having your own room is not an option due to limited berthing.
  • Length of Work Shift- Physically able to work 12 hours per day, 7 days a week for 6 to 8 weeks at a time. Rotations off the vessel are usually 2 to 3 weeks.
  • Mobility- Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, kneeling, crawling, and pushing/pulling.  Must ascend and descend stairs and ladders, sometimes while carrying tools or objects. Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time.
  • Handling/Strength- Able to handle, lift, and lower objects totaling 50 pounds between the ground/deck level to a height of about 4 to 6 feet, and able to repeat these movements.  Able to carry these objects up to 100 feet continuously for 20 minutes.
  • Environmental Conditions- Able to work in all weather conditions, around loud noise, in small spaces, and fit through a 28-inch-wide hatch.

BASE PAY

  • $170 / day + $70 tip guarantee

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
This job description is intended only to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee in this position.  It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills or abilities required, or persons so classified or assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
It is the policy of UnCruise Adventures not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, creed, religion, marital status, citizenship, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, ancestry, national origin, or veteran status in its educational programs, activities, or employment as required by law.

 

Job Tags

Full time, Summer work, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Afternoon shift,

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