Chef de Partie

As a Chef de Partie, you will assist the Sous Chef in ensuring the designated job duties are always completed correctly and promptly according to our company standards, policies and procedures.

Mandatory requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher course (minimum 2 years duration) in Gastronomy
  • Previous experience of 3 years in luxury restaurants, 5* hotels or on board in management positions, with people in charge.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Advanced English exclusive. Bilingual language management.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Supervises product delivery in assigned Galley station, ensuring quality and consistency by always requiring adherence to Company recipes, adequate production quantities, correct execution methods, and picture presentation as the minimum standard.
  • Continually ensures product execution in the assigned section through control of mise en place during the preparation and frequent tasting, as instructed by the Executive Chef or his / her representative.
  • Always ensures that assigned section recipe files are maintained and available to assigned staff. 
  • Effectively supervises assigned Galley staff during operational activities, as directed by the Executive Chef or his / her representative, including monitoring compliance with production and storage requirements such as temperature / blast-chiller log recording.
  • Always creates an effective and efficient daily production schedule for assigned section, under the direction of the Executive Chef or his / her representative, as required by the itinerary and various outlets.
  • Continually trains and coaches assigned staff correct production methods and skills, culinary techniques, menu and recipe knowledge, product-holding techniques, and presentation and delivery of the product.
  • Ensures batch cooking/preparation process is practiced to eliminate waste.
  • Always meets cost targets as directed by the Executive Chef or his/her representative.

Qualifications:

  • Must have at least five years of experience in the galley with at least two years of experience as Demi Chef de Partie a high production culinary environment at a large Food and Beverage establishment and or Cruise Ship
  • Must possess a formal qualification in culinary arts from a recognized culinary training institution
  • Must possess the ability to supervise multicultural crew members
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4 stepsBoarding process

If you’re from Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Nicaragua, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela, or have permanent residency in any of these countries, follow the 4 steps below.

Step 1

Application

Step 2

Interview

Step3

Pre Boarding

Step 4

Boarding

Step 1

Aplication

Make a thorough registration! The first filter is through the form and CV, ensure it’s as comprehensive as possible. When filling out your details, provide your previous experiences, company, activity, position, and dates of the same. Bear in mind that the most recent experiences are the most relevant (last 2 years).

  • It’s not necessary for you to apply to more than one position.
  • Make sure to check available vacancies and their requirements.

Some recommendations for a complete CV:

  • CV in format (Word or PDF)
  • Full name as it appears on your passport or ID
  • CV in English
  • Previous job positions with work responsibilities
  • Employment dates in chronological order (month and year of start and end in the position, from most recent to oldest)

Step 2

Interview

Upon receiving your application, based on your experience and training, if you qualify for any of the available vacancies, you will receive an email where you can choose a date and time for an interview with Selection Partners.
  • The interview will be conducted in English
  • You will be evaluated for all the vacancies and companies available at the time.
  • There is no need to apply for more than one position.
  • Some positions require a second interview with the cruise company. If so, you will have a second interview with the head office recruiters who will decide on your hiring.
NOTE! It’s possible that at the time of receiving your application, the vacancies have been filled or there are other candidates with a more suitable profile for the position. If so, you will need to keep an eye out for new opportunities. Some positions require a second interview with the cruise company. If so, you will have a second interview with the head office recruiters who will decide on your hiring. Once approved for the role
  • You will receive the job offer specifying the position on board, salary, and contract duration
  • You will be informed in detail about the hiring conditions, such as airfare costs (mostly covered by the cruise companies) or other expenses related to boarding.
  • After your confirmation, you will need to send reference letters, complete an online English test, and attend an informational conference via Skype.

Step 3

Interview

Upon receiving your application, based on your experience and training, if you qualify for any of the available vacancies, you will receive an email where you can choose a date and time for an interview with Selection Partners.
  • The interview will be conducted in English
  • You will be evaluated for all the vacancies and companies available at the time.
  • There is no need to apply for more than one position.
  • Some positions require a second interview with the cruise company. If so, you will have a second interview with the head office recruiters who will decide on your hiring.
NOTE! It’s possible that at the time of receiving your application, the vacancies have been filled or there are other candidates with a more suitable profile for the position. If so, you will need to keep an eye out for new opportunities. Some positions require a second interview with the cruise company. If so, you will have a second interview with the head office recruiters who will decide on your hiring. Once approved for the role
  • You will receive the job offer specifying the position on board, salary, and contract duration
  • You will be informed in detail about the hiring conditions, such as airfare costs (mostly covered by the cruise companies) or other expenses related to boarding.
  • After your confirmation, you will need to send reference letters, complete an online English test, and attend an informational conference via Skype.

Pre-boarding

Upon completing the previous stage, you will be directed to the embarkation department, entered into the system of each cruise company, and will start the necessary documentation process (visas, medical exams, criminal records, and other certifications or documents as required by each company).

You will be awaiting an embarkation date which will occur within 3 to 5 months after completing the aforementioned documentation.

In the event that you decide not to proceed with the process, the vacancy will be offered to another candidate, and if you wish to resume later on, you will need to start the process from the beginning.

Step 4

Interview

Upon receiving your application, based on your experience and training, if you qualify for any of the available vacancies, you will receive an email where you can choose a date and time for an interview with Selection Partners.
  • The interview will be conducted in English
  • You will be evaluated for all the vacancies and companies available at the time.
  • There is no need to apply for more than one position.
  • Some positions require a second interview with the cruise company. If so, you will have a second interview with the head office recruiters who will decide on your hiring.
NOTE! It’s possible that at the time of receiving your application, the vacancies have been filled or there are other candidates with a more suitable profile for the position. If so, you will need to keep an eye out for new opportunities. Some positions require a second interview with the cruise company. If so, you will have a second interview with the head office recruiters who will decide on your hiring. Once approved for the role
  • You will receive the job offer specifying the position on board, salary, and contract duration
  • You will be informed in detail about the hiring conditions, such as airfare costs (mostly covered by the cruise companies) or other expenses related to boarding.
  • After your confirmation, you will need to send reference letters, complete an online English test, and attend an informational conference via Skype.

Boarding

The cruise company will assign a boarding date. At this time, you will receive the documents you need to sign. Most companies cover flights, although in certain specific cases you will have to buy your one-way ticket. Your Selection Partners boarding administrator will provide you with all the necessary info such as your flight specifications, details of your boarding, emergency contacts and transport contacts, hotel details, and everything required for you to board safely.

Paso 1

Aplication

Make a thorough registration! The first filter is through the form and CV, ensure it’s as comprehensive as possible. When filling out your details, provide your previous experiences, company, activity, position, and dates of the same. Bear in mind that the most recent experiences are the most relevant (last 2 years).

  • It’s not necessary for you to apply to more than one position.
  • Make sure to check available vacancies and their requirements.

Some recommendations for a complete CV:

  • CV in format (Word or PDF)
  • Full name as it appears on your passport or ID
  • CV in English
  • Previous job positions with work responsibilities
  • Employment dates in chronological order (month and year of start and end in the position, from most recent to oldest)

Paso 2

Interview

Upon receiving your application, based on your experience and training, if you qualify for any of the available vacancies, you will receive an email where you can choose a date and time for an interview with Selection Partners.
  • The interview will be conducted in English
  • You will be evaluated for all the vacancies and companies available at the time.
  • There is no need to apply for more than one position.
  • Some positions require a second interview with the cruise company. If so, you will have a second interview with the head office recruiters who will decide on your hiring.
NOTE! It’s possible that at the time of receiving your application, the vacancies have been filled or there are other candidates with a more suitable profile for the position. If so, you will need to keep an eye out for new opportunities. Some positions require a second interview with the cruise company. If so, you will have a second interview with the head office recruiters who will decide on your hiring. Once approved for the role
  • You will receive the job offer specifying the position on board, salary, and contract duration
  • You will be informed in detail about the hiring conditions, such as airfare costs (mostly covered by the cruise companies) or other expenses related to boarding.
  • After your confirmation, you will need to send reference letters, complete an online English test, and attend an informational conference via Skype.

Paso 3

Interview

Upon receiving your application, based on your experience and training, if you qualify for any of the available vacancies, you will receive an email where you can choose a date and time for an interview with Selection Partners.
  • The interview will be conducted in English
  • You will be evaluated for all the vacancies and companies available at the time.
  • There is no need to apply for more than one position.
  • Some positions require a second interview with the cruise company. If so, you will have a second interview with the head office recruiters who will decide on your hiring.
NOTE! It’s possible that at the time of receiving your application, the vacancies have been filled or there are other candidates with a more suitable profile for the position. If so, you will need to keep an eye out for new opportunities. Some positions require a second interview with the cruise company. If so, you will have a second interview with the head office recruiters who will decide on your hiring. Once approved for the role
  • You will receive the job offer specifying the position on board, salary, and contract duration
  • You will be informed in detail about the hiring conditions, such as airfare costs (mostly covered by the cruise companies) or other expenses related to boarding.
  • After your confirmation, you will need to send reference letters, complete an online English test, and attend an informational conference via Skype.

Pre-boarding

Upon completing the previous stage, you will be directed to the embarkation department, entered into the system of each cruise company, and will start the necessary documentation process (visas, medical exams, criminal records, and other certifications or documents as required by each company).

You will be awaiting an embarkation date which will occur within 3 to 5 months after completing the aforementioned documentation.

In the event that you decide not to proceed with the process, the vacancy will be offered to another candidate, and if you wish to resume later on, you will need to start the process from the beginning.

Paso 4

Interview

Upon receiving your application, based on your experience and training, if you qualify for any of the available vacancies, you will receive an email where you can choose a date and time for an interview with Selection Partners.
  • The interview will be conducted in English
  • You will be evaluated for all the vacancies and companies available at the time.
  • There is no need to apply for more than one position.
  • Some positions require a second interview with the cruise company. If so, you will have a second interview with the head office recruiters who will decide on your hiring.
NOTE! It’s possible that at the time of receiving your application, the vacancies have been filled or there are other candidates with a more suitable profile for the position. If so, you will need to keep an eye out for new opportunities. Some positions require a second interview with the cruise company. If so, you will have a second interview with the head office recruiters who will decide on your hiring. Once approved for the role
  • You will receive the job offer specifying the position on board, salary, and contract duration
  • You will be informed in detail about the hiring conditions, such as airfare costs (mostly covered by the cruise companies) or other expenses related to boarding.
  • After your confirmation, you will need to send reference letters, complete an online English test, and attend an informational conference via Skype.

Boarding

The cruise company will assign a boarding date. At this time, you will receive the documents you need to sign. Most companies cover flights, although in certain specific cases you will have to buy your one-way ticket. Your Selection Partners boarding administrator will provide you with all the necessary info such as your flight specifications, details of your boarding, emergency contacts and transport contacts, hotel details, and everything required for you to board safely.