Island Demi Chef de Partie - Bahamas

About the role

Disney Cruise Line is hiring an Island Demi Chef de Partie for its private island in the Bahamas. The role can be assigned to any area of the kitchen and requires competence in the cold pantry, hot kitchen and crew pastry/bakery. It works alongside the Island Chef de Partie and stewards, and applicants must be interested in working on a private island in the Bahamas.

Key responsibilities

• Galley ordering and stock control in partnership with the Island Chef de Partie
• Monitor and ensure opening and closing procedures for the crew galley and production areas are followed, together with the Island Chef de Partie and stewards
• Monitor sanitation laws, policies and procedures and ensure compliance
• Follow recipe standards, equipment care, proper storage and stock rotation, and all standard operating procedures
• Assist the Island Chef de Partie in maintaining food quality standards during storage, production and service
• Suggest improvements to the operation and carry out additional duties assigned by leadership

Required profile

• Minimum 1 year of formal culinary training from an accredited school
• Either 2 years of work experience (including an accredited school or recognized apprenticeship) or 3 completed contracts as a Cook 1 or comparable role on a cruise ship
• Operational knowledge of a busy kitchen, cost control and food waste/spoilage
• Proficiency in safe food handling, HACCP, and familiarity with Bahamian and USPH standards
• Ability to convert recipes and a commitment to growing in the F&B industry
• Willingness to follow Bahamian health requirements, safety and environmental rules, and to live in a confined space with strict rules
• Good communication skills and physically fit to lift, bend or stand for long periods
• Must obtain a criminal background check, wear approved work shoes, and pass drug and alcohol testing within the first week onboard
• Must be legally authorized to work in the Bahamas