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)
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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 ****** 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
Apply
Interview with Carsea
Interview with cruise line
Offer + documentation
Embark
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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:
***** 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 Letters
From previous employers
Preferably covering the last 1–2 years
Signed and/or on company letterhead
Valid Passport
Must be valid for the full duration of the process and contract

📌 Assistant Cook | Pastry Cook | Assistant Chef De Partie (Acdp)- Luxury Cruise Lines- Mx, Arg, Col, Chl (Xico)
🏢 Carsea
📍 Xico