Cook Assistant

Cape Town - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Summary:
The Cook Assistant supports the Ships Cook in preparing meals for crew members onboard a container vessel. The role focuses on food preparation galley cleanliness hygiene standards and assisting with daily catering operations to ensure nutritious safe and timely meals for the crew.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in food preparation (cutting peeling portioning ingredients)
Support cooking and serving of crew meals as directed by the Ships Cook
Maintain cleanliness of the galley mess rooms and food storage areas
Wash dishes utensils and cooking equipment
Follow food safety hygiene and sanitation standards (HACCP where applicable)
Assist with storing provisions and monitoring food stock
Help with loading and unloading stores during port calls
Dispose of waste according to environmental and MARPOL regulations
Assist during safety drills and emergencies as required

Requirements & Qualifications:

Previous experience as a cook assistant messman or galley hand preferred
Basic knowledge of food preparation and hygiene standards
STCW Basic Safety Training
Valid Seafarers Medical Certificate
Ability to work long hours and in a team environment
Physically fit and able to work in a marine setting

Working Environment:

Merchant / container vessel
Small crew environment with shared responsibilities
International maritime workplace

Job Summary: The Cook Assistant supports the Ships Cook in preparing meals for crew members onboard a container vessel. The role focuses on food preparation galley cleanliness hygiene standards and assisting with daily catering operations to ensure nutritious safe and timely meals for the crew. Key ...