Chef De Partie 3 - Baker for Azamara Cruises

V.Ships Leisure is looking for Chef De Partie 3 - Baker on behalf of Azamara Cruises.
The role ensures the smooth and efficient operation and control of the Bakery Shop and production on a day-to-day basis according to the company policies. 

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the production, quality, and presentation of the bread assortment to be used in the daily menus. 
• Assists the Chief Baker in preparing production forecasts and recording leftovers to avoid unnecessary wastage and keep food cost within the budgets.   
• Assists in the setup of the bread display in the various buffets. 
• Extra duties may be assigned by the Executive Sous Chef. 
• Must have a complete knowledge of the United States Public Health rules and regulations and ensure that they are followed daily. 
• Ensures the cleaning of the bakery shop as per the Executive Chef’s schedule, exercising proper methods to minimize equipment damages. 
• Ensures that the Bakery is ready for any announced or unannounced USPH inspections done either by the ship’s management or USPH inspectors. 
• Responsible for the requisition and transportation of the necessary items from the main stores to the bakery shop when assigned.     
• Ensures recipes and yields are in accordance with the company’s standards. 
• Assists the Chief Baker with the completion of the daily consumption re-cap as required by the Executive Chef.   
• Is aware of, and/or acquires the necessary knowledge to comply with the ship’s standard operation, to assist guests and crew with inquiries. 
• Attends meetings, training activities, courses and all other work-related activities as required. 
• Performs related duties as required.   
• Shipboard employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management. 
• Ensure that Commis Chefs in your area are fully trained in Bakery and USPH procedures for future developments.  
• This position is responsible for cost containment through the proper use, handling and maintenance of records, reports, supplies and equipment. 

Education/Experience/Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years’ experience as a Baker in an upscale hotel, resort, cruise ship or convention banqueting service (shipboard experience preferred). 
• Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques, requirements, and use of equipment. 
• Completion of high school or basic education equivalency required. 
• Completion of a minimum of two contracts as a Commis 1 Baker with a performance rating of proficient or above. 
• No disciplinary action on file for the last 12 months. 
• Ability to speak English clearly, distinctly, and cordially with guests. 
• Ability to read and write English to understand and interpret written procedures. 
• This includes the ability to give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms and to effectively present information and respond to questions from guests, supervisors, and co-workers. 
• Ability to speak additional languages such as Spanish, French, or German is preferred. 

About Azamara

Since 2010, Azamara® has delivered a unique way to travel that we call Destination Immersion® experiences. Our intimate, club-like ships can fit in smaller ports bigger vessels can’t visit, and as a crew member, you'll experience destinations that aren’t even on the map for other cruises. With smaller ports, longer stays, and more overnights than other cruise lines, Azamara makes it easier than ever to be immersed in the heart of local cultures in the ports we visit.