NOC / Decorator (M/F) - Cruise Ship

About the role

Mystic Cruises, an ocean cruise company based in Portugal offering cruises to the Mediterranean, Baltic and North Seas, is looking for a NOC / Decorator (M/F) for its shipboard crew. The role covers buffet decoration, ice and vegetable carving and showpiece production, within the galley and in line with the company's safety, quality and environmental standards.

Key responsibilities

• Decorate all buffets and keep decorations available, in good condition and ready for service
• Perform vegetable, ice and cheese carving for showpieces and live presentations in front of passengers
• Produce butter, cheese and ice sculptures
• Keep the assigned galley section clean and follow HACCP and SHIPSAN protocols
• Follow instructions of the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, Senior Chef de Partie or Head Gardemanger, and work overtime when requested
• Minimise food spoilage, use food surpluses safely and keep food costs low
• Comply with personal hygiene and uniform requirements, including handwashing and no smoking or mobile phones on duty
• Take part in emergency drills and in-port manning duties as scheduled

Required profile

• At least 3 years of practical kitchen experience in a hotel or restaurant kitchen (one year on a cruise ship preferred)
• Basic school education
• Certified medically and physically fit to work in a food preparation area
• Good command of English
• Able to lift and move up to 25 kg and take part in emergency lifesaving drills

Required skills

• Sound knowledge of USPH/SHIPSAN sanitation standards and HACCP controls
• Good knowledge of buffets, decoration and showpieces
• Good knowledge of international cuisine
• Ability to deal with quality control