Cook at Sea Harvest Corporation (Pty) Ltd

ROLE OVERVIEW:

• The Cook is responsible for planning, preparing, and serving nutritious, high-quality meals for the vessel’s crew while ensuring compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and health standards. The role involves maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised galley, managing food supplies and inventory, and ensuring adequate provisioning for each voyage to support the wellbeing and operational needs of the crew.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Meal planning and preparation:

• Preparing daily menus, accommodating dietary requirements and cooking meals as scheduled

Galley hygiene and safety:

• Complying with food safety and maritime regulations

Stock control and ordering:

• Monitoring stock levels, rotating provisions and placing orders as required

Recordkeeping and reporting:

• Completing meal logs, stock records and maintaining cleaning schedules

Crew support and communication:

• Communicating mealtimes and addressing requests or concerns

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

• Grade 10 or equivalent
• SAMSA Certificate of Proficiency: Efficient Cook
• Minimum 2 – 4 years’ experience preparing meals onboard on vessels
• Knowledge of hygiene and food safety standards relevant to vessels
• Knowledge and understanding of basic nutrition and portion control

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to plan and prepare varied meals for diverse crew
• Ability to adapt and work under pressure
• Budgeting and stock control skills
• Good communication and teamwork
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Attention to detail and cleanliness