Chief Cook - Marine

Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since our founding in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage supports your growth and values your impact. We welcome Military Veterans and Reservists, and military experience may substitute for some requirements.

About the role

The Chief Cook oversees the preparation of all food while maintaining the highest standards of food safety in an ocean-going vessel’s galley operations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in training, drills, and exercises
• Clean and sanitize work area, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware
• Record inventory of consumables (food and sanitary)
• Maintain appropriate levels of all inventory items
• Communicate with shore-side support personnel for all additional items needed
• Prepare a variety of food for a crew of 19 in accordance with USCG and Savage Marine Management System food handling provisions and procedures
• Plan and utilize food stores effectively
• Oversee the appropriate treatment of garbage and other waste and ensure appropriate disposal

Requirements

• USCG MMC endorsement Chief Cook Department (F.H.) endorsement
• All Required STCW endorsements for a chemical tanker capable of foreign voyages
• Valid TWIC card and Passport
• Other certificates and endorsements as deemed required for the operation and by Savage Marine
• Good communication skills
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Proven and effective manager and leader

Qualifications

• High School diploma
• ABS Nautical Systems NS5 experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Able to work in confined spaces, carrying heavy tools, climbing and descending ladders
• Consistently lift and carry loads greater than 25 pounds
• Current USCG medical certificate, renewed every 2 years

Benefits

• Travel assistance to & from the vessel paid for by the employer
• Profit Sharing
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Supplemental coverage options
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off
• Opportunity for growth