Assistant Butcher for Silversea Cruises

V.Ships Leisure is looking for Assistant Butcher on behalf of Silversea Cruises
Responsible to assist the Butcher in delivering high quality, efficient, individualized and technically excellent production of all fish for guests and crew in accordance with Company Policies and strictly upholding any Public Health standards and towards a goal of achieving total guest satisfaction. Reporting to the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef and Butcher.   

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares all fish for guests and crew under the supervision of the Butcher.   
• Assists the Butcher in maintaining an accurate inventory of fish stores in conjunction with the Hotel Stores Manager. 
• Ensures that adequate supplies of fish are available each day.  
• Verifies that the quality of fish received is in accordance with Company standards.  Responsible for fish stock rotation. 
• Responsible for the correct storage of all fish and defrosting procedures.  
• Assists with the preparation of requisitions and checks all items required for the butcher shop.  
• Collects and cross checks requisitions.  
• Ensures economical food production and minimization of food waste.  
• Assists with guest chef programs and special functions. 
• Ensures that all set-ups are completed on schedule.  
• Ensures that his/her assigned station is set up according to Company standards, maintaining in a clean and orderly fashion.  
• Responsible to transport produce using the correct procedures and utensils from the main galley to assigned outlets.  
• Assists with regular inventories of the galley department equipment.  
• Properly cleans and maintains area and equipment according to Public Health standards.  
• Executes strict Public Health practices in all aspects of the position.  
• Ensures the readiness for any announced or unannounced Public Health inspection, whether it’s completed internally or by external authorities.  
• Ensures that the logging of all fridge and freezer temperatures in assigned areas are in accordance with Company procedures and Public Health standards.  
• Properly and carefully uses ship equipment and truthfully reports faulty or broken equipment.  
• Strives to minimize breakage and wastage and follows proper procedures when disposing of garbage.  
• Displays cost and quality awareness.  
• Assists managers and supervisors with the training and induction of new personnel. 
• Proactively responds to issues or potential problems quickly and efficiently involving relevant people as required.  Communicates any challenges, complaints or service difficulties to immediate supervisor.  
• Attends all training sessions with the aim to further improve his/her level of performance.  
• Adherence to the Company’s code of conduct at all times.  
• Practices preventative maintenance. 
• Keeps the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef and Butcher promptly and fully informed of all problems and matters of significance.  
• Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures set forth by the Company, is accountable for such practices.  
• Incorporates Company service standards, personalized service and sincere hospitality by creating positive experiences for guests, efficiently engaging with guests and anticipating guest needs.  
• Practices good people management, maintaining proper conduct with all departments around the ship.   
• Observes and enforces uniform and grooming standards according to Company policies.  
• All other duties as assigned.  

Education/Experience/Qualifications:

• Valid STCW certification. 
• Minimum of 4 years experience in a similar position at an International 5 star establishment.  
• Extensive experience of thawing, de-boning, cleaning, grinding, mincing, portion cutting and marinating meat.   
• Knowledge and experience of Public Health policies and procedures. 
• Ability to read, interpret and demonstrate culinary fundamentals. 
• Physically and medically fit. 
• Moral integrity is required. 
• Excellent fluent English (verbal and written). English is the working and safety language on board Silversea vessels. This also includes the ability to give and receive instructions in verbal and written forms and to effectively and efficiently engage with guests and crew members.  

About Silversea

Silversea is the defining name in luxurious cruise travel, distinguished in the ultra-luxury market by its elegant, all-suite ships, all-inclusive pricing, worldwide itineraries and genuine hospitality. Silversea is proud of their reputation as the "World's Best" cruise line and seeks individuals who take personal pride in their work to join their award-winning staff. Silversea understands that their employees are their greatest asset and are committed to investing their resources in recruiting the very best. If you would like to work for one of the most respected organisations in the travel industry, "World's best cruise line" Silversea invites you to explore their current career opportunities.