? Culinary Opportunities – Cruise & Maritime (Entry to Skilled Level)

Positions: Assistant Cook | Cook | Assistant Chef de Partie (ACDP)

? Where You Could Work

- Ultra Luxury: Viking, Oceania, Regent (fine dining, small ships)
- Modern Luxury: Virgin Voyages (multiple concepts, no buffet)
- Expedition: National Geographic (adaptable, adventure style)
- Emerging Market: AROYA Cruises (Middle East luxury)
- Industrial: Tankers & Offshore (high volume, non-guest focused)

?️ What You’ll Do

- Prepare food following recipes and standards
- Maintain cleanliness and food safety (USPH)
- Work in different kitchen sections
- Support service under pressure
- (ACDP) Manage a section and junior staff

? Basic Requirements

- Assistant Cook → entry level / culinary school or experience
- Cook → solid kitchen experience (3–4 years)
- ACDP → strong experience + leadership

? Ship experience = not mandatory, but helps

? Strong culinary background = key

? Reality Check

- Long hours (10–11 hrs daily)
- Fast-paced, structured environment
- High standards depending on brand

? Important – Costs & Commitment

- ⚠️ Documentation costs apply (medical, visa, STCW, etc.

aprox 1,500 usd to be reimbursed onboard on your first month onboard)
- ✅ Carsea services are 100% FREE
- ? We guide you through the entire process step by step

? BUT:

- You must be ready to complete documents in 2–4 months max
- This is a serious commitment process, not casual

? Process

1. Apply
2. Interview with Carsea
3. Interview with cruise line
4. Offer + documentation
5. Embark

⚠️ Bottom Line

This is a career opportunity, not just a job.

If you’re not ready to commit time, money (docs), and discipline… this is not for you.

Requirements:

Culinary Requirements by Level

Assistant Cook (Entry Level)





- 6 months – 2 years kitchen experience OR culinary school + internship
- Basic culinary skills (knife skills, hygiene, food prep)
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions
- English level: B1 minimum
- Ship experience: Not required

Cook (Intermediate Level)

- 3–4 years total kitchen experience
- Minimum 1 year as Cook or similar position
- Ability to manage a station and work independently
- Solid knowledge of hot and cold kitchen operations
- English level: B1–B2
- Ship experience: Not required (preferred)

Assistant Chef de Partie – ACDP (Advanced Level)

- 4–5+ years kitchen experience
- Minimum 1–2 years in a leadership or section responsibility role
- Ability to manage a section independently
- Strong knowledge of food production, organization, and supervision
- Basic inventory and requisition knowledge
- English level: B2 preferred
- Ship experience: Preferred but not mandatory

General Requirements (All Levels)

- Experience in:
- Restaurants
- Hotels
- or industrial kitchens (offshore/tankers)
- Up-to-date CV with no unexplained gaps
- Verifiable employment references
- Ability to work:
- 10–11 hours per day
- 7 days per week
- Strong work ethic, discipline, and hygiene standards
- Ability to work under pressure in structured environments

Important Notice

- Candidates must cover documentation costs (medical, visa, STCW if applicable)
- Carsea recruitment services are 100% free
- Full guidance is provided throughout the process

Commitment required:

Candidates must be able to complete documentation within 2–4 months maximum

Required Documents

- CV in English (Harvard format)Updated, professional, no unexplained gaps
- 2 Reference LettersFrom previous employers
- Preferably covering the last 1–2 years
- Signed and/or on company letterhead
- Valid PassportMust be valid for the full duration of the process and contract

Required Skill Profession

Cooks And Food Preparation Workers

📌 Assistant Cook | Pastry cook | Assistant Chef de Partie (ACDP) Luxury Cruise Lines MX, ARG, COL, CHL (Ciudad de México)
🏢 Carsea
📍 Ciudad de México