Baker - CDP Level

About the role

This is a Baker position on a Silversea vessel, reporting to the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef. The baker delivers a high-quality, efficient and individually tailored bakery operation in line with company policies and public health standards, aiming for total guest satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and bake breads, pastries and other baked goods according to company recipes, quality standards and production requirements.
• Plan, requisition, collect and manage ingredients and bakery supplies, keeping frozen bread products adequately stocked.
• Maintain consistent product quality, taste, presentation and appearance while minimizing waste and controlling food costs.
• Prepare specialty items, buffet decorations, early riser trays and products for guests with dietary restrictions, allergies or ingredient limitations.
• Support guest chef programs, cooking demonstrations, special events and themed functions.
• Ensure proper food storage, handling, transportation, temperature monitoring and inventory control in line with company and public health standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized and fully operational workstation, and keep bakery equipment clean and well maintained, reporting malfunctions.
• Adhere to food safety, sanitation and public health regulations, ready for announced and unannounced inspections.
• Assist with inventory counts, equipment accountability and waste disposal, support the training of new team members, and communicate operational issues to supervisors.
• Deliver excellent guest service and perform other duties assigned by the kitchen leadership.

Required profile

• Valid STCW95 certification.
• At least 4 years of experience in a similar position at an international 5-star establishment.
• Experience with European baking techniques.
• Knowledge of public health policies and procedures.
• Ability to read, interpret and demonstrate culinary fundamentals.
• Physically and medically fit; able to stand, walk long distances, lift up to 50 lbs and work overtime with irregular hours.
• Fluent English, spoken and written, as it is the working and safety language on board.